Windows 11 KB5040527 update fixes Windows Backup failures

July 25, 2024 at 02:41PM Microsoft has released the optional KB5040527 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, addressing issues with Windows Backup, upgrade failures, and Windows Defender Application Control. Users can install the update via Windows Update or from the Microsoft Update Catalog. This release comes with additional fixes and improvements and … Read more

Microsoft fixes bug blocking Windows 11 Photos from starting

July 18, 2024 at 10:42AM Microsoft has resolved a bug preventing the Microsoft Photos app from launching on some Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 systems. This issue affected devices with certain configuration settings enabled. The problem has been fixed with the release of Photos app version 2024.11070.15005.0 and newer. Affected users can obtain the update … Read more

Microsoft: Windows 11 23H2 now available for all eligible devices

July 18, 2024 at 07:37AM The Windows 11 2023 Update, also known as Windows 11 23H2, is now broadly available to all eligible devices. This release will offer new features and enhancements more frequently, with a list of updates including a new AI-powered digital assistant, revamped File Explorer, Dynamic Lighting support, improved volume mixer, and … Read more

Microsoft announces new Windows ‘checkpoint’ cumulative updates

July 16, 2024 at 12:24PM Starting in late 2024, Microsoft will introduce checkpoint cumulative updates for devices running Windows Server 2025 and Windows 11, version 24H2 or later. This new type of updates aims to deliver security fixes and new features using smaller, incremental differentials to save bandwidth and time spent on installations. Admins won’t … Read more

Microsoft shares temp fix for Windows 11 Photos not launching

July 15, 2024 at 12:03PM Microsoft has provided a temporary fix for a bug preventing the Microsoft Photos app from launching on certain Windows 11 systems. The issue affects devices with specific CSP policies enabled and can be resolved by installing the latest Windows App SDK. Microsoft is working on a permanent fix and will … Read more

Microsoft fixes bug causing Windows Update automation issues

July 14, 2024 at 11:37AM Microsoft has fixed the issue caused by the June 2024 KB5039302 preview update, which affected Windows 11 systems, primarily in enterprise environments. Home users are unlikely to be impacted. The fix was deployed through Known Issue Rollback and will also be included in a future update. Enterprise admins must set … Read more

Microsoft fixes Windows 11 bug causing reboot loops, taskbar freezes

July 10, 2024 at 11:30AM Microsoft resolved a known issue causing restart loops and taskbar problems on Windows 11 systems after installing the June KB5039302 preview update. The issue affects Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2 systems, with a recommendation to install the latest security update for fixes, particularly affecting virtualization environments. The update was paused … Read more

Windows 11 KB5040435 update released with 31 fixes, changes

July 9, 2024 at 01:43PM Summary: Microsoft’s KB5040442 cumulative update for Windows 11 23H3 includes 31 improvements and changes, such as the return of the “Show Desktop” button and security updates for vulnerabilities. The update can be installed via Windows Update or Microsoft Update Catalog. It introduces various new features like Game Pass recommendation cards … 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

Notepad finally gets spellcheck, autocorrect for all Windows 11 users

July 8, 2024 at 01:32PM Microsoft has introduced spell check and autocorrect features in Notepad for Windows 11 users. The features have been tested by Windows Insiders and are now rolling out to all users. However, the autocorrect feature has limited effectiveness. Users can customize the features in Notepad settings and this marks a series … Read more