August 30, 2024 at 04:07PM Windows 11’s Spotlight feature offers dynamic desktop backgrounds and fun facts, but its pop-up occupies 20% of desktop space, linking to Bing search results. In response, Microsoft is testing changes in Build 22635.4145 for the beta channel, introducing hotspots for additional information and a decluttered user experience. This build also … Read more
August 27, 2024 at 03:06PM Microsoft has released the optional KB5041587 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, improving sharing to Android devices and fixing various File Explorer issues. The update enhances Windows sharing capabilities and address multiple File Explorer bugs. It also includes additional fixes and improvements for Windows 11 22H2 and … Read more
August 27, 2024 at 01:22PM SafeBreach security researcher Alon Leviev has developed the Windows Downdate tool to enable downgrade attacks on current Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server systems, reintroducing old vulnerabilities. Based on the meeting notes, it appears that SafeBreach security researcher Alon Leviev has released a tool called Windows Downdate. This tool … Read more
August 18, 2024 at 03:08PM Windows 11 Build 27686 brings notable enhancements, including 2TB support for FAT32 storage, improved Windows Sandbox, and increased control over HDR settings. A significant undocumented change is the ability to set power mode for different power states. This update allows users to set separate power modes for when the PC … Read more
August 16, 2024 at 07:28AM Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 27686, featuring hidden HDR-related changes. The update allows HDR video streaming without enabling HDR for the entire system. The HDR settings have been expanded to include “HDR video streaming, games, apps and more,” suggesting further HDR-related features. The update also includes minor visual changes … Read more
August 15, 2024 at 05:54PM Microsoft removed the 32GB size limit for FAT32 partitions in the latest Windows 11 Canary build, enabling a maximum size of 2TB. It looks like you’ve provided a snippet of meeting notes about Microsoft removing the 32GB size limit for FAT32 partitions in the latest Windows 11 Canary build. The … Read more
August 13, 2024 at 01:38PM Microsoft has launched the KB5041585 cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2, bringing various enhancements and changes. Notably, this update enables users to drag apps directly from the Pinned section of the Start menu and pin them to the taskbar. Based on the meeting notes, the main takeaway is that Microsoft … Read more
August 10, 2024 at 12:28PM Microsoft has announced that multiple editions of Windows 11 21H2 and 22H2 will no longer receive updates after October 8, 2024. This affects various editions including Home, Pro, Pro Education, and Pro for Workstations. Windows Update will automatically initiate a feature update to keep devices secure and productive. Customers can … Read more
August 5, 2024 at 09:18AM Cybersecurity researchers have identified design weaknesses in Microsoft’s Windows Smart App Control and SmartScreen, potentially allowing threat actors to gain access without triggering warnings. These vulnerabilities include bypassing protections with a legitimate EV certificate, reputation hijacking, seeding, tampering, and LNK stomping. This underscores the need for additional scrutiny in download … Read more
July 27, 2024 at 04:33PM Windows 11 now offers the ability to end tasks directly from the taskbar with a new “End Task” feature. Users can enable this by navigating to Settings, then For developers, and toggling the “End Task” option to On. Once enabled, right-clicking on an app in the taskbar allows for quick … Read more