Windows has a new issue: printers may print on their own
Has your printer been acting strangely lately? By that, I mean printing pages even though you did not hit the print-button? Then it may be related to a new issue that Microsoft […]
Microsoft replaces Remote Desktop app for Windows with an app that is liked even less
Windows 11 users and administrators who want remote desktop connectivity can use the baked-in functionality. First, be enabling Remote Desktop on non-Home devices, and then downloading the Remote Desktop app for Windows […]
Windows 11: How to add JPEG-XL support officially
Microsoft's Windows 11 operating system supports a wide range of file formats by default. JPEG XL, a royalty-free open image format has not been on that default list up until now. What […]
Microsoft is working on a new migration app for Windows
Windows 11 includes a rather weak backup tool that uses OneDrive to back up some files and preferences. When you set up a new PC, you may restore these backed up files […]
New File Pilot Beta Redefines File Management on Windows 11
A new file management application, File Pilot, has entered beta testing, offering a modern and efficient alternative to Windows 11's native File Explorer. Designed from the ground up, File Pilot emphasizes speed […]
Firefox 135.0.1: important security update and bug fixes
Mozilla plans to release a point update for its Firefox web browser later today to address security issues and fix several non-security issues in the open source web browser. Firefox 135.0.1 comes […]
Revamp Windows 11 Start Menu: Simple Mod Offers Desired Features
Windows 11 users seeking greater customization of their Start Menu have a new solution: the Windows 11 Start Menu Styler mod, available through the Windhawk platform. This mod offers a range of […]
Windows 11 Update Brings Surprising Changes You Need to Know About
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22631.4969 (KB5052094) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, introducing several new features and improvements aimed at enhancing user experience and accessibility. One of the notable […]
Copilot App on Windows set to autostart on System log in
Microsoft has released so many Copilot-Apps and services in the past that it is difficult to keep track of them all. Last year, the company announced that it would split Copilot from […]
The Windows security updates for February 2025 are now available
The February 2025 security updates for client and server versions of Windows and other Microsoft products are now available. The updates will get installed automatically on most unmanaged Windows devices. Our overview […]
Windows 11: Microsoft sets status of issue to resolved without providing a solution
Microsoft confirmed a new Windows 11 issue in late December 2024 that prevented the installation of any new update on affected devices. This issue is now marked as resolved, but Microsoft has […]
Here is why Microsoft's "uninstall Edge" page offers no instructions to remove the browser
Windows users who do not want to use Microsoft Edge have two main options: ignore the web browser as best as they can, or try to uninstall it. Those who consider uninstalling […]
Microsoft Fixing a Major Chrome Issue That Broke Streaming on Windows 11
Microsoft is addressing a long-standing issue in Windows 11 that has been disrupting media streaming through Chrome and Edge, particularly for users casting content to Android TV via Chromecast. The problem, which […]
Microsoft Removes Information about Windows 11 Bypass for Unsupported PCs
Microsoft has quietly removed its official workaround that allowed users to bypass CPU and TPM requirements for installing Windows 11 on unsupported PCs. Originally introduced in October 2021, the bypass involved modifying […]
Windows 11: new AI-powered search for photos on OneDrive launches
Microsoft implemented a backup feature in Windows 11 in the past that is designed to get more user files synced to its OneDrive service. While it is usually not advised to use […]
Why Microsoft doesn't want to talk about Windows 12
This year is very important for Microsoft. It is the year that the most popular Windows operating system, Windows 10, is reaching end of support. It is used by hundreds of millions […]
Windows 11’s Start Menu Just Got a Huge Upgrade for iPhone and Android Users
Microsoft is rolling out a major update to Windows 11's Start menu, bringing seamless integration with both Android and iPhone devices. This new feature allows users to access text messages, images, call […]
Microsoft Confirms January Update Issues: Audio Problems Hit Windows PCs
Microsoft has acknowledged that the January 2025 Windows security updates are causing audio playback problems on some systems equipped with external DACs (digital-to-analog converters). These devices, widely used in home setups, professional […]
This is the simplest option to upgrade Windows 11 on unsupported hardware
Several methods exist to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware and to upgrade to a new version of Windows 11 from older versions. Microsoft allows this on one hand, but says it […]
Windows Control Panel unexpectedly says that some BitLocker settings are managed by your administrator
Microsoft has confirmed a new bug that is related to BitLocker. The issue impacts Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices, including the very latest versions. Windows may unexpectedly display a message about […]
Windows 11 is promoting Xbox PC Game Pass with a pop-up ad
Microsoft is displaying yet another ad on Windows 11. This time, a pop-up banner promotes the company's Game Pass subscription for PCs. I'm a fan of Xbox PC Game Pass, it is […]
Windows 11 KB5048685 Update causes Wi-Fi and Start Menu to stop working
The KB5048685 Update seems to be causing multiple problems for users on Windows 11 23H2. Microsoft released the cumulative update on December 10. Like most Patch Tuesday updates, this one was meant […]
Microsoft confirms Auto HDR bug in Windows 11 and blocks updates as a consequence
Windows 11, version 24H2 has not been out for long, but its number of issues is already longer than a polonaise at the German carnival. Gamers faced their fair share of issues […]
The revised Recall on Windows 11 is still recording information that it should not
Recall continues to be a privacy disaster. Reports suggest that the AI feature is recording sensitive information, even with the sensitive information filter enabled. When Microsoft announced Recall, it did so riding […]
Start11 adds support for Vertical Taskbar on Windows 11
Start11 is a popular Start Menu alternative for Windows 11. And now, the app lets you move the Taskbar to the side of your screen. Microsoft does not officially support a […]
Windows 11: Microsoft sticks to system requirements, despite sluggish conversion
Microsoft released Windows 11 in 2021 as the successor of Windows 10. Unlike previous Windows systems, Windows 11 came with an updated set of system requirements. Main requirements included a relatively modern […]
Windows 11: Microsoft is finally adding an option to turn off one of the most annoying things
What is the most annoying feature of Windows 11? If we would collect the input we would probably end up with a large list of annoyance. On that list is likely the […]
Microsoft's first ever Windows 11 desktop PC costs just $349, but there is a catch
Microsoft has released a lot of hardware throughout the years. Prominent examples are the company's Surface line of Windows devices, but also peripherals and other hardware. Today, Microsoft announced its very first […]
Microsoft releases the November 2024 security updates for Windows
Microsoft released the November 2024 security updates for all supported client and server versions of its Windows operating system. Security updates are also available for other company products, including Microsoft Office. Our […]
Update for Windows Update adds end-of-support actions
With last month's scheduled security update for Windows 10 and 11 came another update that Microsoft installed on select systems. KB5001716: Update for Windows Update Service components, was installed on Windows 10 […]
Here's a closer look at Rewrite AI in Notepad
Microsoft has introduced an AI feature in Notepad that can help you rewrite text. Say hello to Rewrite, let's take a deep dive into it. Windows 11's Notepad has an AI now […]
Microsoft rolls out AI updates for classic Windows apps to Insiders
Microsoft has released a new build to the Windows 11 Insider channels Dev and Canary. These introduce new AI capabilities in the classic Windows apps Paint and Notepad. The details: Notepad is […]
UnattendedWinstall: open source tool bypasses Windows installation restrictions and removes bloatware
Windows users have quite a few tools at their disposal that let them customize Windows installations or bypass the system requirements of the Windows 11 operating system. Rufus and FlyBy11 are two […]
Today marks the end of Microsoft Paint 3D - but not for everyone
If you have been using Windows PCs for at least a decade, you may remember a time when Microsoft started to push creativity. This culminated in the release of the Windows 10 […]
FlyBy11: update introduces more Windows 11 installation options and plugins
My first review of the open source tool FlyBy11 is less than ten days old. The initial version could be run in Windows 11 devices which did not meet the system requirements […]
Windows 11 Updates install faster and Microsoft has the numbers to back it up
Some months ago, Microsoft revealed improvements to Windows Update on Windows 11 that made updates smaller and faster to install at the same time. The key change was the introduction of checkpoint […]
Windows 11: Flyby11 enables upgrades on unsupported devices
Flyby11 is an open source script for Windows 11 that helps administrators upgrade a device to the latest release version, even if the computer does not meet all system requirements. Microsoft released […]
Windows 11 2024 is now available - what you need to know
Microsoft announced the release of Windows 11 2024, also known as Windows 11, version 24H2, a moment ago. The new feature update for Windows is rolling out to eligible devices starting today, […]
Windows Recall: Microsoft's second launch attempt after devastating criticism
When Microsoft announced the AI-feature Windows Recall earlier this year, it was confident that it would receive praise for the feature. The main idea behind Recall was to give users AI-powered access […]
Windows 11 KB5043145 update is causing crashes with a blue or green screen
Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 11 KB5043145 update is causing PCs to crash. The issue seems quite similar to a problem that affected users who had installed the July 2024 Security Updates. […]
