May 24, 2024 at 03:05PM Microsoft announced that the Cortana, Tips, and WordPad applications will be automatically removed from systems upgraded to Windows 11 24H2 release. In addition, the company revealed plans to deprecate other features, including the Defender Application Guard for Office and VBScript, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance security. From the … Read more
May 23, 2024 at 01:42AM Microsoft announced the deprecation of Visual Basic Script (VBScript) in favor of advanced alternatives like JavaScript and PowerShell. The plan will be implemented in three phases, ultimately eliminating VBScript from Windows. Additionally, Microsoft’s Recall feature has raised privacy concerns, with the U.K. Information Commissioner’s Office seeking transparency and safeguards for … Read more
May 22, 2024 at 02:59PM Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 24H2 in the final testing stages. This update brings significant new features such as HDR background support, an energy saver mode, Sudo for Windows, integration of Rust in the Windows kernel, Wi-Fi 7 support, and improved voice clarity. Commercial customers can validate this update … Read more
May 21, 2024 at 06:09AM Microsoft is implementing new security measures for Windows 11, including deprecating NT LAN Manager (NTLM) in favor of Kerberos for authentication. Other changes involve enhancing user authentication, securing Windows Hello with virtualization-based security, and implementing Smart App Control with AI capabilities. These measures aim to strengthen overall security and counter … Read more
May 20, 2024 at 03:05PM Microsoft has unveiled ‘Recall,’ an AI-powered feature for Windows 11 that records and organizes user activities for easy access. It supports native language queries and requires specific hardware. Scheduled to roll out with support for select languages, Recall stores data locally and allows users to control captured information for privacy. … Read more
May 14, 2024 at 04:21PM Microsoft recently resolved a known issue causing VPN connection failures on Windows devices following April 2024 security updates. The impacted versions include Windows 11, 10, and Server 2008 and later. While the specific cause wasn’t provided, users are advised on how to seek support and temporarily mitigate the problem until … Read more
May 14, 2024 at 01:47PM Microsoft has released the KB5037771 cumulative update for Windows 11 23H3 as part of its April 2024 Patch Tuesday security updates, containing thirty bug fixes and changes, including a fix for a bug breaking VPN connections. The update also brings new features to the Start menu and Widgets, and addresses … Read more
May 6, 2024 at 01:11PM Microsoft is testing a change in the Windows 11 Task Manager to display memory speeds in mega-transfers per second (MT/s) instead of megahertz (MHz). This shift is due to advancements in DDR memory technology, which allow for increased data transfer rates without increasing clock speed. The feature is currently in … Read more
May 1, 2024 at 10:12AM Microsoft confirms that the April 2024 Windows security updates disrupt VPN connections across various Windows platforms. Affected versions include Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows Server 2008 onwards. Microsoft is investigating the issue and advises users to seek help through specific support channels. While no immediate fix is available, users … Read more
April 24, 2024 at 11:24AM Microsoft has introduced Start menu ads in the optional KB5036980 preview update for Windows 11, aiming to showcase apps from the Microsoft Store. It follows recent improvements to the Start menu and can be disabled in settings. This update allows Windows admins to test upcoming fixes and features, but does … Read more