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Microsoft Weekly: Windows 11 launch edition; Windows 10 21H2 is coming; Closer Look: Paint in Windows 11

Microsoft Weekly: Windows 11 launch edition; Windows 10 21H2 is coming; Closer Look: Paint in Windows 11

October 10, 2021

Sunday, October 10.

Microsoft Weekly: Windows 11 launch edition — www.neowin.net

This week in Microsoft Weekly, we look at all things Windows 11 as the OS is now generally available. We also look at some new apps incoming, new Xbox Game Pass titles, and more in our digest.

Microsoft is working on a redesigned Notepad app for Windows 11

It seems that Microsoft is working on a redesigned Notepad for Windows 11. It features rounded corners, new options in settings, and a simplified menu. Two screenshots of the app have leaked.

Windows 10 version 21H2 is coming - here's what you need to know about it — www.neowin.net

While Windows 11 might be in the limelight right now, those with PCs that are unable to upgrade to the OS will probably be more interested in Windows 10 version 21H2, which is also coming soon.

Sordum's new app helps restore the classic Context Menu on Windows 11

The classic right-click Context menu that was present on Windows 10 can be enabled on Windows 11 by editing the registry. For those who don't want to do that, a tool has been released by Sordum.

Closer Look: Paint in Windows 11 — www.neowin.net

Today, we're taking a look at the updated Paint app in Windows 11. The software has been updated with new icons, redesigned menus, and it no longer features integration with Paint 3D.

Weekend PC Game Deals: Simulate rigs, observe Ghosts, and complete collections

This weekend's PC game deals include the latest wave of Choice selections from Humble, a couple of giveaways from Epic and Ubisoft, free events ranging from sports games to strategy titles, and more.

TWIRL 34: William Shatner prepares himself to go to space for real — www.neowin.net

This week there are a number of notable rocket launches. William Shatner will experience space, more taikonauts are going to the CSS and NASA is launching Lucy to explore Jupiter's Trojan asteroids.