March 7, 2024 at 01:01PM Microsoft’s Windows 10 KB5001716 update, aimed at enhancing Windows Update functionality, is ironically causing installation issues and 0x80070643 errors. The update, initially released in October 2023, is being reissued, leading to reported installation problems. To resolve this, users can uninstall the older update and reinstall the current KB5001716 update for … Read more
February 29, 2024 at 02:07PM Microsoft has released the optional KB5034848 Preview cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, providing new features and fixes, including USB 80Gbps and changes to gaming installations and printer alignment. This update lets users test upcoming features and fixes prior to their official release. It can be installed manually … Read more
February 27, 2024 at 02:54AM Microsoft reported that the February 2024 updates for Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 encounter installation issues, halting at 96% with error code 0x800F0922. Users may see a related Windows Event Viewer entry. The company promises to address the issue in an upcoming release and provides a temporary fix of deleting … Read more
February 15, 2024 at 03:09PM Microsoft claims to have fixed Windows Metadata connection issues affecting printers and hardware management in Windows operating systems. The issue caused intermittent connection errors and delays in managing printers, leading to support tickets. Microsoft released updates – Windows 10 KB5034763 and Windows 11 KB5034765 – addressing the problem and providing … Read more
February 13, 2024 at 03:28PM Microsoft has released the KB5034763 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and 22H2. It includes compliance with Europe’s Digital Markets Act and security updates. The update introduces no new features but focuses on bug fixes, including an improved weather experience and fixing known issues. See the BleepingComputer for detailed information. … Read more
February 8, 2024 at 04:41PM Microsoft has lifted the compatibility hold on updating to Windows 11 23H2 after resolving a bug impacting desktop icons’ erratic movement during Windows Copilot use on multi-monitor systems. The issue affected home users on specific Windows versions but not managed devices. The safeguard hold was removed, making Windows Copilot available, … Read more
January 26, 2024 at 03:02PM Microsoft has released Windows Server Insider Preview 26040, the first build for Windows Server 2025 in its Insider program. It includes the Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) Preview with new features and official branding. The build introduces SMB over QUIC alternative ports and brings changes to flighting for Windows Server insiders. … Read more
January 26, 2024 at 02:04PM Microsoft has announced the launch of flighting for Windows Server systems in the Windows Insider open software testing program. Admins can now choose to have new Insider builds installed automatically through Windows Update. The company plans to release new builds every two weeks, offering control to administrators on update deployment. … Read more
January 24, 2024 at 08:38AM Microsoft released the January 2024 preview update for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2, which includes Bluetooth audio bug fixes and addresses 24 known issues. The update, known as KB5034204, provides improvements for testing before the forthcoming February 2024 Patch Tuesday release. It is an optional update and can be … Read more
January 12, 2024 at 07:00PM Criminals exploit Windows Defender SmartScreen bypass vulnerability to spread Phemedrone Stealer malware, targeting sensitive data on PCs. The flaw CVE-2023-36025 was patched by Microsoft in November, but a proof-of-concept exploit has been created. The malware targets various browsers, applications, and cryptocurrency wallets, and uses obfuscation techniques to evade detection. Update … Read more