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technology9 days ago•72 min saved

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

technology15 days ago•48 min saved

Windows 11 KB5077181 Update Sparks Install Errors For Some PCs

The Windows Central article reports that the Windows 11 cumulative update KB5077181 is failing to install on a subset of devices, with users encountering errors during the installation. The piece notes the issue but does not provide a confirmed fix within the article, leaving affected users awaiting guidance from Microsoft.

via Windows Central|

#install-errors #kb5077181 #technology

technology1 month ago•8 min saved

Windows 11 26H2 confirmed for late 2026 with Copilot-powered Explorer and revamped search

Microsoft signals Windows 11 26H2 for late-2026 release, with 26H1 reserved for new ARM/Snapdragon X2 chips and 25H2 as the current feature update. An Insider build reveals an enablement package for 26H2 in Windows Update, suggesting a minor upgrade that could bring Copilot-driven features to File Explorer and the Windows Search experience, plus UI tweaks like Agenda View in the notifications center and a Modern Run, while major features may still arrive under 25H2.

via Windows Latest|

#26h2 #copilot #file-explorer

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Microsoft ties Windows 11 boot issues to December 2025 patch rollback

Microsoft says recent Windows 11 boot failures after the January 2026 updates are linked to devices that previously failed to install the December 2025 security update and were rolled back, leaving the system in an “improper state” that can prevent boot when applying new updates. The issue affects physical devices on Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2; the BSOD stop error is UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME. A partial fix is being developed to stop new no-boot scenarios, but it won’t repair already-bootless machines or prevent the improper state from forming. The cause and scope are still under investigation, with no VM impact reported at this time.

via BleepingComputer|

#boot-failure #december-2025-update #technology

security1 month ago•3 min saved

Windows 11 auto-replaces expiring Secure Boot certificates to preserve boot integrity

Microsoft is automatically updating expiring Secure Boot certificates on eligible Windows 11 24H2/25H2 devices via quality updates, with a phased rollout to high-confidence machines; admins can also deploy certificates manually via registry, WinCS, or Group Policy. To avoid boot issues, devices must receive the updates before the June 2026 expiry, or risk losing Windows Boot Manager and Secure Boot protections; administrators should inventory devices, verify Secure Boot status, update firmware, then apply the certificate updates.

via BleepingComputer|

#certificates #it-admin #secure-boot

technology3 months ago•2 min saved

Microsoft Addresses Windows 11 Password Login Issues Caused by Updates

Microsoft has confirmed a widespread issue affecting Windows PCs where the password icon disappears after recent updates, with no fix available yet. Users are advised to use workarounds like clicking randomly on the lock screen to trigger the password field. The problem impacts multiple Windows 11 update versions released since August.

via Forbes|

#microsoft #password-failure #technology

technology4 months ago•2 min saved

Microsoft's October Windows Update Causes BitLocker Recovery Issues

Microsoft has confirmed a problematic Windows update released in October 2025 that can trigger the BitLocker recovery screen, risking data loss for users who do not have their recovery keys, especially affecting enterprise Windows 11 and Windows 10 users. A fix is available but requires manual intervention by IT teams.

via Forbes|

#bitlocker #data-loss #microsoft

technology4 months ago•2 min saved

Microsoft Releases Urgent Patch for Active Windows Server WSUS Exploits

Microsoft has issued an emergency security update for Windows Server due to a critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-59287) that is actively being exploited in attacks, with CISA warning federal agencies to apply the update immediately to prevent remote code execution and system compromise.

via Forbes|

#cve-2025-59287 #cybersecurity #security-vulnerability

technology4 months ago•2 min saved

Windows 10 Support Ends: How to Extend or Upgrade Your System

The article explains how to resolve the issue of the Windows 10 ESU registration not appearing after support for version 22H2 ended, including a step-by-step guide to force registration via Command Prompt, with a recommendation to contact Microsoft Support if problems persist.

via pcworld.com|

#esu #extended-security-updates #technology

technology6 months ago•1 min saved

Lenovo Legion Go 2 to Feature Xbox-Style Windows and Major Upgrades in 2026

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 will be the first non-Asus handheld to receive the Xbox full-screen experience (FSE) update, which is expected to be available in spring 2026, enhancing gaming and navigation features on the device.

via The Verge|

#2026-release #handheld-gaming #lenovo-legion-go-2

technology6 months ago•9 min saved

Windows 11 25H2 Update Nears Release with Key Improvements and Changes

Microsoft released the KB5064081 preview update for Windows 11 24H2, introducing a standardized CPU usage metric in Task Manager, along with various new features and improvements across the OS, while addressing previous bugs and enhancing user privacy and interface customization.

via BleepingComputer|

#cpu-usage-update #kb5064081 #task-manager

technology6 months ago•2 min saved

Microsoft's Latest Windows Update Causes Critical System and Hardware Issues

Microsoft has released an emergency out-of-band update (KB5066189) to fix a critical issue affecting Windows 10 and Windows 11 users, where the Reset and Recovery features might fail after installing the August security updates. Users are advised to install this update to resolve the problem, which does not include additional security patches.

via Forbes|

#emergency-patch #kb5066189 #microsoft

technology7 months ago•3 min saved

Microsoft Issues Apology for Recent Windows Update Errors

Microsoft apologized after mistakenly claiming a Windows 11 update fixed a critical firewall error, which in reality worsened the issue. The error is a reporting bug with no harm to users, but it highlights ongoing update problems for Windows 11, while Windows 10 users face their own issues. Microsoft is promoting new features to encourage upgrades, despite the persistent bugs and security concerns.

via Forbes|

#firewall-error #microsoft-apology #os-upgrade

technology8 months ago•9 min saved

Top Tips and Tricks to Enhance Your Windows 11 Experience

The article outlines six essential Registry tweaks for Windows 11 users to enhance system control and customization, including disabling the Home page in Settings, stopping automatic updates, turning off the Lock Screen, disabling web results in Search, reverting to classic context menus, and enabling automatic Registry backups, with caution advised due to potential risks.

via Windows Central|

#lock-screen #registry-tweaks #system-customization

technology8 months ago•1 min saved

Microsoft Releases Emergency Patch for Zero-Day Exploit and Multiple Vulnerabilities in June 2025

Microsoft has issued an emergency update (KB5063060) for Windows to fix issues caused by the June Patch Tuesday update, which failed to install on some PCs, especially those with Easy Anti-Cheat software, and caused unexpected reboots when launching certain games. The update is now automatically downloaded and installed to address these problems.

via Forbes|

#easy-anti-cheat #emergency-update #kb5063060