Articles by Kristina Terech, Computing Writer

Kristina is a UK-based Computing Writer, and is interested in all things computing, software, tech, mathematics and science. Previously, she has written articles about popular culture, economics, and miscellaneous other topics.

She has a personal interest in the history of mathematics, science, and technology; in particular, she closely follows AI and philosophically-motivated discussions.

As well as being interested in STEM, she enjoys a variety of other activities - everything from art to cooking to languages. If there is an ongoing exhibition of any nature, there’s a good chance she has already seen it or at least heard of it. She likes making things with her hands - origami animals, needlecraft, papercraft, new recipes, shadow puppets - whatever catches her fancy that week.

She has dedicated a good chunk of her life to The Sims and enjoys Minecraft, and the fastest way to win her approval is a 10/10 picture of a raccoon (that she hasn’t seen before).

Articles by: Kristina Terech

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New Windows 10 update gives it Windows 11’s photo-sharing capabilities with Android devices – but you might want to hang on

By Kristina Terech published 4 June 24

Microsoft’s optional update for Windows 10 gives you instant access to phone photos on your PC.

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Want to install Windows 11 without linking it to a Microsoft account? It just got harder to do this, sadly, but it’s still possible

By Kristina Terech published 4 June 24

Skip the Microsoft sign-in for Windows 11 with this alternative workaround.

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Microsoft could be bringing more AI to the Edge browser - this time with website suggestions

By Kristina Terech published 3 June 24

Edge is set for another infusion of AI, whether you like it or not...

Microsoft’s full-screen reminders to upgrade to Windows 11 are back for Windows 10 users, and they might be here to stay

By Kristina Terech published 3 June 24

Microsoft is taking another angle in driving Windows 11 adoption.

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Google explains why AI Overviews couldn’t understand a joke and told users to eat one rock a day – and promises it'll get better

By Kristina Terech published 1 June 24

Google’s AI Overviews: great promise, unexpected hiccups

Windows 11 update introduces a long-awaited File Explorer feature – plus a Start menu change that may not go down so well

By Kristina Terech published 31 May 24

A new optional update introduces a basic piece of functionality for File Explorer, and it’s about time.

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Opera is drafting in Google Gemini to help supercharge the browser’s Aria AI assistant

By Kristina Terech published 29 May 24

Opera is enhancing Aria AI with Gemini, offering cutting-edge text-to-voice and image generation features.

OpenAI announces new Safety and Security Committee as the AI race hots up and concerns grow around ethics

By Kristina Terech published 29 May 24

OpenAI has established a Safety and Security Committee to address ethical concerns amid its pursuit of AGI.

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Windows 11 cleans house as long-standing apps like WordPad and Cortana get the axe in new preview build

By Kristina Terech published 28 May 24

Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 update drops Cortana and WordPad, while adding features like HDR support and Copilot enhancements.

Upgrade to Windows 11 or take the risk: Microsoft warns about Windows 10’s end-of-life date once again

By Kristina Terech published 28 May 24

Microsoft urges Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11, emphasizing the security risks of not doing so.

Microsoft finds a use for AI in Windows 11 that you might not hate: better weather predictions that could help keep you dry

By Kristina Terech published 28 May 24

The rain, in Windows 11, falls mainly on the Start menu...

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Next Windows 11 update might include a new PC optimization app - and a sneaky way for Microsoft to introduce ads

By Kristina Terech published 24 May 24

Windows 11 24H2 is introducing Microsoft’s PC Manager app, at least in China, but there are concerns further afield here.

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Windows 11 Photos and Paint apps are set for major upgrades with new AI features – but most users won’t get them

By Kristina Terech published 22 May 24

These Windows 11 apps now feature AI tools for image creation and styling, all running locally on your device.

Microsoft reveals AI-powered ‘Recall’ feature to transform Windows 11’s searchability, while confirming hardware requirements

By Kristina Terech published 21 May 24

Microsoft has revealed ‘Recall’ at Build 2024, an AI feature for Windows 11 PCs that could be revolutionary.

The new Windows 11 Bloom wallpaper, markedly more colorful than its predecessors

Windows 11 is getting a new look according to a leak - but it might be exclusive to AI-powered PCs

By Kristina Terech published 20 May 24

As Microsoft Build 2024 quickly approaches, leaks reveal a new colorful Windows 11 wallpaper and hints at exciting new AI-powered hardware announcements.

Microsoft still has tricks beyond just ads and AI: Windows 11's File Explorer set to get a slick new 'Shared' section

By Kristina Terech published 20 May 24

Microsoft is testing a new 'Shared' section in Windows 11's File Explorer, available in preview, but it requires that you activate it manually and it's still buggy according to reports.

OpenAI's ChatGPT might soon be thanking you for gold and asking if the narwhal bacons at midnight like a cringey Redditor after the two companies reach a deal

By Kristina Terech published 17 May 24

Reddit partners with OpenAI, granting real-time access to information like user posts for AI product development, while integrating AI features to enhance Reddit's experience.

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'We don't crush creativity' – Samsung kicks Apple when it's down with new ad after iPad Pro controversy

By Kristina Terech published 16 May 24

Samsung responds to Apple's controversial iPad advert with its own #UnCrush ad, continuing the debate on creativity.

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Microsoft stoops to new low with ads in Windows 11, as PC Manager tool suggests your system needs ‘repairing’ if you don’t use Bing

By Kristina Terech published 16 May 24

Ads disguised as repairs: This is Microsoft's latest sneaky move in Windows 11.

Could ChromeOS eventually run on your Android phone? Google’s demo of exactly that is an exciting hint for the future

By Kristina Terech published 15 May 24

Google has held a secret demo showcasing ChromeOS running on an Android device, hinting at potential future plans.

Windows 11 update delivers a fix for broken VPNs – but also sees adverts infiltrate the Start menu

By Kristina Terech published 15 May 24

Windows 11's May update gives with one hand, but delivers a nasty surprise with the other...

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Google Workspace is getting a talkative tool to help you collaborate better – meet your new colleague, AI Teammate

By Kristina Terech published 14 May 24

Introducing Google's AI Teammate: a virtual collaborator to help you track shared documents, chats, emails, and more to streamline teamwork and productivity.

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Microsoft Edge looks to be getting more AI - this time it should help make the browser look better

By Kristina Terech published 14 May 24

Microsoft is apparently planning an AI-powered theme generator that will let users create personalized browser themes.

Six major ChatGPT updates OpenAI unveiled at its Spring Update – and why we can't stop talking about them

By Kristina Terech published 13 May 24

OpenAI's spring update introduces GPT-4o, a revolutionary AI model with real-time audio, visual, and text processing, transforming interaction possibilities.

Ads in Windows 11 are becoming the new normal and look like they’re headed for your Settings home page

By Kristina Terech published 13 May 24

Microsoft looks to integrate Xbox Game Pass ads into Windows 11 settings, and this won’t be popular.

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