Do Son Microsoft has officially removed the outdated and vulnerable PowerShell 2.0 from Windows 11 (starting with Build 27981), streamlining the OS and bolstering security.
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Microsoft Edge continues to actively discourage Google Chrome downloads using ads and warnings, though these tactics have ceased within the EU due to regulatory pressure.
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 24H2 preview (KB5060829) causes ignorable firewall errors in Event Viewer due to an unfinished feature. It also brings PC migration and taskbar improvements.
Microsoft silently updated a blog post, correcting Windows' active user count back to 1.4 billion after an initial "over one billion" implied a 400 million user drop in 3 years.
Microsoft's claim that Windows 11 PCs are 2.3x faster than Windows 10 PCs is critiqued as misleading, stemming from a comparison of new hardware vs. old, not the OS itself.
Microsoft unveils Windows 11 25H2 as the 2025 annual update, offering seamless upgrades via Enablement Packages and extending support for consumer and enterprise editions
Windows 11 25H2 Dev Build introduces deeper password manager integration, starting with 1Password, allowing Windows Security to use and save passkeys in 1Password vaults.
Following the 2024 CrowdStrike BSOD incident, Microsoft's Windows Resiliency Initiative is moving security drivers out of the kernel into user mode to boost system stability.
Microsoft confirms any activated Windows 10 PC can receive ESU updates, regardless of Windows 11 hardware compatibility. Get one year of security updates via payment or free options.
Microsoft is replacing Windows' iconic Blue Screen of Death with a new black-and-white interface this summer, removing the QR code and emoticon for faster IT diagnosis.
Windows 11 24H2 Update Fix: Microsoft Releases KB5062324 to Resolve Cumulative Update Install Issues
Windows 11 24H2 Update Fix: Microsoft Releases KB5062324 to Resolve Cumulative Update Install Issues
Microsoft released KB5062324 to fix an issue preventing Windows 11 24H2 from installing cumulative updates. Users can now resume receiving the latest security patches.
Microsoft strongly urges Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11, citing superior security, performance, AI features, and a smoother UX, despite offering ESU.
Microsoft now offers one year of free Windows 10 ESU updates via Windows Backup or Microsoft Rewards points, extending security support until October 2026.
Windows 11 preview builds now allow users to reposition the system indicator bar (volume, brightness) to the top-center or top-left, enhancing accessibility and control.
Microsoft shortens Windows 11 24H2 System Restore point retention to 60 days, purging older points. This follows a previous reduction in Windows 10's rollback window.
Microsoft is purging old drivers from Windows Update, offering a cleaner experience. But will this new OEM-focused policy lead to unexpected compatibility issues?
Windows 11's Recall feature now allows EU users to export snapshots for sharing with third parties, but with strict security measures and a one-time export code.
Microsoft disabled Windows Hello facial recognition in dark environments on Windows 10/11 due to a security flaw that could allow local spoofing attacks.
Microsoft is testing an enhanced Windows Backup feature (KB5061087) for Windows 10, aiming to streamline data migration to new Windows 11 PCs.
Windows 10's June 2025 update integrates Bing events into the calendar, displaying holidays and observances. A subtle push for Bing, but non-intrusive.
Microsoft has released an out-of-band update (KB5063060) for Windows 11 24H2 to fix game crashes caused by Easy Anti-Cheat compatibility issues.
Windows 11 24H2 Update Alert: Microsoft Pulls & Reissues June 2025 Patch Due to Compatibility Issues
Windows 11 24H2 Update Alert: Microsoft Pulls & Reissues June 2025 Patch Due to Compatibility Issues
Microsoft's June 2025 cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2 was briefly pulled due to compatibility issues and has now been reissued with a throttled rollout.