Windows 11 is moving towards a mobile-style UI for security controls

Microsoft introduces new app permission prompts in Windows 11 to protect users from unwanted changes and software installs.

Microsoft announces new mobile-style Windows security controls

Microsoft wants to introduce smartphone-style app permission prompts in Windows 11 to request user consent before apps can ...

Windows 11 is getting mobile-style app permissions

Microsoft does an admirable job at keeping Windows 11 secure (which is more than you can say for other parts of the OS), but it wants to do better. New systems will allow for per-app permissions, and ...
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How to Seamlessly Connect Your Android Phone and PC with Microsoft's Phone Link

In a web browser on your computer, go to www.aka.ms/phonelinkQRC and scan the QR code. Tap View Permissions and enable the permissions the app requests (Phone, SMS ...

New Windows 11 Features Arrive This Month, Including Cross-Device Resume

Windows 11’s February 2026 update expands Cross-Device Resume, eases Smart App Control toggles, adds MIDI upgrades, and ...