Windows 10 KB5043064 update released with 6 fixes, security updates

September 10, 2024 at 02:23PM Microsoft has released the KB5043064 cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 and 21H2, including 6 fixes and security updates fixing 142 vulnerabilities. Users can install it manually or schedule an update time. It addresses various issues, including Bluetooth and BitLocker bugs. However, there are issues with account profile pictures and … Read more

Microsoft to start force-upgrading Windows 22H2 systems next month

September 10, 2024 at 10:47AM Microsoft announced that Windows 11 installs reaching end of support on October 8 will be force-upgraded to Windows 11 23H2. The update applies to various Windows 11 editions, ensuring security and ecosystem health. Details on end-of-service dates and installation are provided. The forced rollout follows previous automatic updates and offers … Read more

Microsoft shares workaround for Outlook crashing after opening

August 16, 2024 at 06:37PM Microsoft has provided a workaround for a known issue where classic Outlook crashes for Microsoft 365 users. The issue arises from corrupted mailbox client and server rules, impacting Office 365 accounts and cannot be resolved through previous build reversion or Outlook profile creation. A temporary fix requires manual removal of … Read more

Microsoft shares temp fix for Outlook, Word crashes when typing

August 15, 2024 at 09:59AM Microsoft has shared a temporary fix for a known issue causing crashes in Microsoft 365 apps like Outlook, Word, and OneNote after updating to Version 2407 Build 17830.20138 or higher. Affected users can confirm the issue through Event Viewer and are advised to perform an online repair or reinstall language … Read more

Microsoft: Windows 11 22H2 reaches end of service in October

July 8, 2024 at 02:59PM Microsoft has announced that multiple editions of Windows 11, version 22H2, including Home, Pro, and Education, will reach end of servicing on October 8, 2024. This means they will no longer receive monthly security updates after this date. Windows 11 21H2 Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions will also reach … Read more

Microsoft forgets about SwiftKey’s support site

July 8, 2024 at 10:18AM A recently expired Microsoft certificate has resulted in an alarming error for SwiftKey users seeking support. The predictive keyboard, acquired by Microsoft in 2016, suffered from an expired TLS certificate for its support site, raising concerns about the company’s attention to maintaining services. Despite ongoing improvements, SwiftKey’s support site oversight … Read more

Microsoft deprecates Windows DirectAccess, recommends Always On VPN

June 12, 2024 at 11:08AM Microsoft has deprecated its DirectAccess remote access solution and recommends companies to transition to ‘Always On VPN’ for increased security and ongoing support. Always On VPN, introduced as a successor to DirectAccess, supports modern VPN protocols and is more flexible, requiring users to plan and execute a migration to avoid … Read more

Microsoft shares temp fix for Outlook encrypted email reply issues

May 16, 2024 at 01:31PM Microsoft has provided a temporary fix for a known issue preventing Microsoft 365 customers from replying to encrypted emails using the Outlook Desktop client. The issue affects customers on Current Channel Version 2402 and higher. A workaround suggests using new Outlook or Outlook Web Access temporarily. Additionally, reverting to the … Read more

Microsoft won’t fix Windows 0x80070643 errors, manual fix required

May 2, 2024 at 10:11AM Microsoft confirmed it won’t provide an automated fix for the 0x80070643 error caused by recent Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) updates. The updates were meant to fix a BitLocker vulnerability but mistakenly display an ‘ERROR_INSTALL_FAILURE’ message. Users are instructed to manually resize the WinRE partition by 250 MB to accommodate the … Read more

Recent Windows updates break Microsoft Connected Cache delivery

April 5, 2024 at 06:33PM Microsoft has reported that recent Windows 10 updates are causing issues with Microsoft Connected Cache (MCC) node discovery on enterprise networks. This problem affects systems running Windows 10 21H2 and 22H2 configured to find MCC endpoints using DHCP Option 235. Microsoft is working on a solution, and temporary workarounds are … Read more