Do Son Steam is now native 64-bit on Windows. Valve confirms that 32-bit Windows 10 users will stop receiving all updates and security fixes on January 1, 2026.
Windows 11
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Many users are now aware that Windows 11 PCs enable device encryption by default. When a system...
Microsoft has moved its automated telephone activation to a new Online Product Activation Portal for all perpetual licenses. Offline IID/CID still supported.
Microsoft published a guide outlining recommended Windows 11 gaming PC specs from entry-level 1080p to high-end 4K, emphasizing NVMe SSDs for DirectStorage.
A military-grade backdoor, ValleyRAT, saw an 85% surge after its builder was leaked. The kernel-mode rootkit bypasses Windows 11 defenses and is now a dangerous commodity for cybercriminals.
Microsoft is integrating Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) into WebView2, enabling seamless, modern authentication like passkey and Conditional Access for embedded web apps.
Responding to user complaints, Windows 11 Build 26220 adds a setting to disable AI actions in the File Explorer context menu, reducing significant UI clutter.
Windows 11's missing Agenda View returns, but its WebView 2 implementation causes high CPU usage. Microsoft accepts the trade-off for easier Copilot/Teams integration.
Windows 11 preview update KB5070311 introduced a bug where File Explorer, Home, and Gallery flash bright white upon launch, severely disrupting the dark mode experience.
Microsoft confirmed a Windows 11 bug where the password login icon vanishes from the lock screen after the August update, forcing users to click an invisible space to sign in.
Windows 10 support ends, yet Dell reports Windows 11 adoption is significantly slower than expected. Over 500M PCs fail hardware checks, slowing transition.
A major bug in the Windows 11 July update (KB5062553) is causing widespread crashes in core system components like File Explorer, Taskbar, and Start Menu on 24H2/25H2.
Microsoft is testing a new preloading mechanism in Windows 11 Build 26220 to combat the notorious File Explorer lag and stutter, making app launch noticeably faster.
A Microsoft bug is forcing Windows 10/11 users into BitLocker Recovery Mode after updates. Affected Intel-based PCs need the recovery key to regain access to data.
Microsoft released an unusual Windows 11 Insider test build (26220.7052) that installs without requiring a system restart, hinting at future update process improvements.
Microsoft officially acknowledged and fixed Windows 11 driver installation error 0x80070103 in Build 26200.7019. The update is expected to roll out to all users in November.
Windows 11 adds Bluetooth audio sharing (Build 26220.7051), enabling dual wireless audio streaming—but the feature is currently restricted to Copilot+ PCs.
A Windows 11 bug (v. 24H2/25H2) prevents Task Manager from closing, causing multiple background processes to multiply and drain system resources. Fix coming soon.
Microsoft's Mixed Reality Link brings the Windows 11 virtual desktop experience to Meta Quest 3 users. It supports cloud PCs and challenges the expensive Apple Vision Pro.
Meta Description: Microsoft released the KB5067036 preview fix for a two-year-old bug where "Update and Shut Down" unexpectedly caused a reboot instead of powering off.
The Windows 11 26H1 update is expected to be a Copilot+ PC exclusive for Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2