Microsoft stopped nagging some Windows 10 users with full-screen Windows 11 ads:
In a rather surprising and unexpected move, Microsoft quietly stopped nagging ...
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You definitely want to install these 90 Windows security patches: Microsoft releases a huge number of fixes to combat a jaw-dropping 90 security flaws that ...
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Windows 11 finally fixes BitLocker BSODs while adding new features: The latest cumulative update for Windows 11 fixes a notable crash error and bundles together ...
pcworld.com/article/2427330/windows-11-update-fixes-bitlocker-bsods-while-bringing-new-features.html
Microsoft posts guidance for CVE-2024-21302 VBS flaw that downgrades modern Windows PCs
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Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for just $23 with this deal: Buy a lifetime Windows 11 Pro license with more productivity features that will help you get things done ...
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Windows 11: Bitlocker will soon encrypt PCs by default - | this does not only have advantages
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After update mishap: Microsoft disables patch for Bitlocker vulnerability - Golem.de
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Reminder: Windows 11 24H2 enables default BitLocker encryption on more devices: Here's your reminder that Windows 11 24H2 will enable BitLocker encryption ...
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Microsoft is enabling BitLocker device encryption by default on Windows 11: Microsoft is making a big security change to Windows 11. BitLocker device encryption ...
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Microsoft is simplifying the Windows 11 File Explorer context menu for OneDrive folder
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Windows 11: Secure Boot certificate expiring, what to do?: The important Windows Secure Boot certificate expires on October 19, 2026. Microsoft explains what ...
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Windows 11 Is Finally Becoming the OS It Should Have Been From the Start: Microsoft is completely redesigning parts of its OS so it doesn't hog all the ...
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Microsoft fixes bug causing Windows black screens, Explorer crashes: Microsoft has resolved a known issue that was causing black screens, desktop loading issues ...
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Microsoft fixes VPN issues caused by September Windows updates: Microsoft has resolved a known issue that caused Always On VPN connection issues after installing ...
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Patch-Day: 1.400 Schwachstellen und eine ausgenutzte Sicherheitslücke: Wieder ein Patchday der großen Zahlen: Microsoft schließt mehr als 1.400 Sicherheitslücken ...
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Microsoft quietly gave Windows 10 another year, but it can't keep kicking the can down the road
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Key FactsMicrosoft Extends Windows 10 Security Updates Through October 2027
Oct 11, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: xda-developers.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: xda-developers.com
- Following the October 14, 2025 retirement, Microsoft is offering another year of security updates.
- The extension keeps Windows 10 secure until October 2027 and remains available even without prior ESU enrollment.
- It provides security updates only, without new features like those included in some Windows 11 updates.
- Memory and storage prices surged in 2026, while Windows 11 requires TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot.
I wouldn't be surprised if Microsoft extended Windows 10 to 2028, as it planned for enterprise systems with paid ESU plans.— Abhishek, XDA author, expressing a personal expectation about Windows 10's extension and ESU plans.
Windows update patches a whopping 1,400 security bugs - including 2 zero days - ZDNET
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I was ready to pay for a remote desktop app, but Windows 11 already ships one for free
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Key FactsWindows 11 Includes Free Remote-Access Tools
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: xda-developers.com
- Quick Assist is preinstalled on Windows 11 Home and Pro and also works with Windows 10 devices.
- The helper needs a Microsoft account; the other person only needs internet access and enters a time-limited six-digit code.
- Quick Assist supports screen viewing, annotations, and remote control; taking control requires consent and can be withdrawn at any time.
- Windows Remote Desktop can host sessions only on Windows 11 Pro or higher editions; msra.exe requires no Microsoft account.
Microsoft Warns Old Windows PCs Face An Update Cutoff In 2027: Users on older versions of Windows 11 or ESU Windows 10 are advised to update before June 19 ...
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Windows 11 version 26H2 is rolling out now — here’s how to get the update now and get the most out of the 2026 update
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Windows, Surface And RTX Spark Event: Everything AI Microsoft Unveiled: At its Windows & Surface event today, Microsoft formally launched the its RTX Spark based ...
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VLC was painfully slow on my Windows 11 PC until I found what was throttling it: It turns out VLC wasn't to blame at all; it was Microsoft all along
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Key FactsVideoLAN Links Slow VLC Launches to Defender Bug
Sep 29, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: xda-developers.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: xda-developers.com
- On August 12, VideoLAN highlighted the problem and said a Defender update had quarantined VLC’s plug-in cache.
- On affected PCs, VLC sometimes took around 15 seconds to launch, according to the author.
- When the article was published, Microsoft had not released a patch for the Defender bug.
- Users can regenerate VLC’s cache and exclude the VideoLAN or VLC folder from Defender scans.
Microsoft releases Windows 10 KB5099539 extended security update: Microsoft has released the Windows 10 KB5099539 extended security update, which includes the ...
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Key FactsJuly 2026 Windows 10 Update KB5099539 Released
Jul 14, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: neowin.net
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: neowin.net
- The cumulative update KB5099539 for Windows 10 versions 21H2 and 22H2 addresses several known issues.
- Fixes include problems with OLE Automation, File Explorer's OneDrive shortcut, Recycle Bin dialogs, and hotkey handling.
- Security enhancements feature dynamic reporting of Secure Boot status and expanded certificate deployment.
- Networking and Remote Desktop components received updates, adding SHA-2 certificate support and network security hardening.
No Reason to Wait: How to Upgrade to Windows 11 for Free: Your Windows 10 PC is eligible for a Windows 11 upgrade. Now what? There are several ways to install ...
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Surprise Windows 11 update drops with helpful goodies galore: Microsoft has released an unscheduled update for Windows 11 that's brimming with helpful ...
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Windows keyboards get their own AI key: Microsoft predicts 2024 will be the "year of the AI PC" and is integrating Copilot into more and more applications ...
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