All articles tagged with #windows update
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Forbes
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Forbes
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Forbes
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by pcworld.com
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.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Verge
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.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BleepingComputer
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.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Forbes
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.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Forbes
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.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Windows Central
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.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Forbes
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.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by BleepingComputer
Microsoft is developing a new unified update orchestration platform for Windows that will manage updates for apps, drivers, and system components more efficiently, currently in private preview, aiming to improve the update experience for developers, IT admins, and users.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Verge
Microsoft is expanding Windows Update to support third-party app updates through a new orchestration platform, allowing developers to integrate their app updates into Windows Update, primarily targeting business apps but open to all, with features like scheduled updates and native notifications.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Neowin
Microsoft is developing a new Windows Update orchestration platform to centralize and streamline software updates for all applications, aiming to replace individual app updaters with a smarter, integrated system. Currently in private preview, this system will allow app developers to connect their updates to Windows Update using new APIs, enabling more efficient scheduling and notifications, with the goal of reducing update-related issues and simplifying update management.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PC Gamer
Microsoft is testing a new Windows Update hot patching method that aims to reduce the need for reboots to four times a year, with the feature expected to be included in the Windows 24H2 update later this year. However, users will need to have Virtualization Based Security (VBS) enabled to avoid a restart, which may negatively impact gaming performance, leading to potential trade-offs for users.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PCWorld
The upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update may require a CPU instruction called POPCNT, which is present in CPUs dating back to the last decade. Without this instruction, older PCs simply won't boot the update. This requirement has raised questions about why Windows 11 needs this specific instruction. The update is expected to launch this fall, and while the industry previously faced uncertainty about hardware compatibility with Windows 11, it now appears that most PCs will likely be compatible with the upcoming update.