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I went digging through Windows 11’s settings and found a 90s feature Microsoft never bothered to remove
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Key FactsWindows 11 KB5101684 Enhances Features, Fixes Bugs
Jul 29, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: neowin.net
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: neowin.net
- Cumulative Update KB5101684 for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2 introduces Voice Isolation, new touchpad controls, and enhanced Windows Hello sign-in security.
- File Explorer now displays file sizes with appropriate units and supports middle-click opening of folders in new tabs for streamlined navigation.
- Issues affecting MDM enrollment, SMB File History backups, and system reliability for the Start menu and sign-in screens have been resolved.
- Windows Hello's Enhanced Sign-in Security extends support to external fingerprint readers, enabling secure access on desktops and Copilot+ PCs.
Microsoft releases Windows 10 KB5099539 extended security update: Microsoft has released the Windows 10 KB5099539 extended security update, which includes the ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-releases-windows-10-kb5099539-extended-security-update/
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.
Microsoft's new Windows 11 recovery tool is the ultimate Undo button - how to enable it
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Windows 11 26H2: The end of endless restarts: Microsoft will coordinate driver, .NET, and firmware updates with the monthly quality update and reduce forced ...
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I dug into the Windows 11 features insiders got in May 2026 and here’s what matters most
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I Put 4 Windows Debloating Tools to the Test. The Results Were Embarrassing: Debloat tools claim to make Windows 11 more efficient by removing unnecessary ...
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Microsoft had quietly deleted key info about a Windows 11/10 update that you must install
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"Too many coincidences": Forced updates to newer Windows 11 versions: Microsoft is once again suspected of updating Windows users to the next Windows 11 version ...
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Top 10 cool features coming soon to Windows 11: Windows 11 has already received several cool features in 2025, and Microsoft is preparing more ...
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Microsoft tests adaptive energy saver to extend battery life on Windows laptops: Windows 11 Energy Saver mode – formerly called Battery Saver – is a one-click ...
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Key FactsWindows 11 Launches New Adaptive Battery Saver
Jul 15, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: techradar.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: techradar.com
- Microsoft is introducing an adaptive battery saver feature in the Windows 11 Canary testing channel.
- This new mode activates during low system demand to conserve energy without adjusting screen brightness.
- Users must opt in through system settings to enable the feature, as it is disabled by default.
- The capability is designed exclusively for laptops and is not available for desktop computers.
Microsoft signals Windows 11's next version will be a cinch to install: Microsoft announced that Windows 11 25H2 will be the next Windows update and will feature ...
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Key FactsWindows 11 25H2 Promises Faster Installation
Jun 30, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pcworld.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pcworld.com
- Microsoft announced Windows 11 25H2 as the next update with a simpler installation process than before.
- The update will use a shared servicing branch to deliver only missing code through Windows Update.
- This contrasts with the full code swap in early 2025 that took nearly two hours on older devices.
- Although no official release date was given, a rollout is expected around September or October.
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