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Windows 11 February preview adds Sysmon, network speed test, and BitLocker improvements
technology20 hours ago

Windows 11 February preview adds Sysmon, network speed test, and BitLocker improvements

Microsoft released the Windows 11 KB5077241 optional preview with 29 changes: improved BitLocker reliability; built-in network speed test for Ethernet, Wi‑Fi, and cellular; native Sysmon support (off by default) and auto Quick Machine Recovery on eligible Pro devices; plus UI and reliability tweaks (faster wake from sleep, smarter taskbar overflow, WebP desktop backgrounds, and RSAT on Arm64). It’s a non-security preview that can be installed via Settings > Windows Update or the Microsoft Update Catalog.

via BleepingComputer|
#bitlocker#network-speed-test#preview-update
Windows 11’s February Update Brings Notable Quality-of-Life Improvements
technology1 day ago

Windows 11’s February Update Brings Notable Quality-of-Life Improvements

Microsoft released the Windows 11 optional non-security feature update KB5077241, delivering several quality-of-life enhancements: faster and more reliable wake from sleep, visual and performance tweaks to the sign-in screen, Settings, and Taskbar; a new top-line indicator for Windows Search results; a built-in network speed test accessible from the taskbar; Camera pan/tilt controls in Settings; plus additions like Sysmon integration and a redesigned Widgets panel. The update is optional and will roll out to others with next Patch Tuesday unless installed sooner, and there are no known issues reported yet.

via Windows Central|
#kb5077241#technology#wake-from-sleep
technology1 day ago

Windows 11 26H2: Copilot search, Explorer overhaul, and more feature unlocks

Windows 11 26H2 will roll out in late September to early October 2026 as a lightweight enablement package that unlocks features added since 25H2. Highlights include Ask Copilot taskbar search, deeper Copilot integration in File Explorer with a dockable side panel, a WinUI-based Run window, an Outlook-linked agenda in the notification center, Sysinternals System Monitor for security, expanded camera controls and Emoji 16.0, a gaming-mode with an Xbox-style full-screen interface, and agentic AI features. The update extends support to 24 months for consumers and 36 months for businesses and does not require a full OS reinstall.

via PCWorld|
#copilot#enablement-package#file-explorer
Apple's Budget MacBook Could Grow Its Ecosystem
technology5 days ago

Apple's Budget MacBook Could Grow Its Ecosystem

Rumors suggest Apple will unveil a lower-cost MacBook around $699 to fill the entry-level gap and lure new customers (including Windows users) into its ecosystem, timed with three invite-only events in London, Shanghai, and New York; if true, the device could broaden Apple’s base with a colorful, affordable option that competes with Chromebooks and relies on ecosystem lock-in, though price and upgrade options will matter.

via AppleInsider|
#apple#budget#ecosystem
Windows 11 Insider update adds built-in speed test and more enhancements
technology5 days ago

Windows 11 Insider update adds built-in speed test and more enhancements

Microsoft's Windows 11 Insider builds 26100.7918 (24H2) and 26200.7918 (25H2) introduce a built-in network speed test accessible from the taskbar or Quick Settings, using a browser–powered Ookla test via Bing for Ethernet, Wi‑Fi, and mobile connections. The release also adds optional System Monitor integration, Emoji Update 16.0, native WebP desktop backgrounds, pan/tilt controls for compatible webcams, broader archive support, full‑screen widget settings, and performance tweaks for recovery, storage searches, and the Windows Update page, with a gradual rollout to users.

via Notebookcheck|
#insider-preview#network#speed-test
Windows 11 adds a quick taskbar speed test for Insiders via Bing
technology6 days ago

Windows 11 adds a quick taskbar speed test for Insiders via Bing

Microsoft is testing a Windows 11 feature that adds a taskbar button to launch a network speed test via Bing (backed by Ookla). The tool is available to Windows 11 Insiders in the Release Preview channel and shows download/upload speeds and latency after testing. While convenient, it currently redirects to Bing rather than running entirely in-system, and some users may prefer a fully integrated, in‑OS speed test like Ookla’s Speedtest before a broader release.

via ZDNET|
#bing#insider-preview#speed-test
Windows 11 Preview adds built-in network speed test from the taskbar
technology6 days ago

Windows 11 Preview adds built-in network speed test from the taskbar

Microsoft’s Windows Insider builds 26100.7918 and 26200.7918 add a built‑in network speed test accessible from the taskbar: open the test via the Wi‑Fi/Cellular Quick Settings or the network icon in the system tray, and it launches in your default browser to measure Ethernet, Wi‑Fi, and Cellular performance to help troubleshoot connectivity.

via TechPowerUp|
#build-26100-26200#network-speed-test#taskbar
technology7 days ago

Winhance: Free Open-Source Tool to Debloat and Personalize Windows 11

PCWorld highlights Winhance, a free open-source tool that centralizes Windows 11 debloating, updates management, privacy controls (including ad-related prompts), and appearance customization into one easy interface, letting users uninstall pre-installed apps, tweak security and privacy settings, and personalize the UI—potentially making Windows setup as straightforward as Linux.

via PCWorld|
#customization#debloat#open-source