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Microsoft’s recent efforts to update Windows 11, particularly the 24H2 version, have been marked by a slew of challenging issues that have caused widespread frustration among users and IT professionals alike. While routine updates are expected to enhance stability, security, and functionality, Windows 11 24H2’s rollout has been anything but smooth, leading to notable blue screen crashes, device incompatibilities, and persistent bugs that demand urgent attention. This article delves into the...

When reinstalling Windows, especially when switching to specialized editions like Windows 10 LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel), setting up a fully functional and productive environment can be time-consuming and labor-intensive due to the need to reinstall multiple applications. This is where Ninite offers a straightforward, effective solution. Ninite is a lightweight automation tool designed to simplify the installation and updating of a wide variety of Windows software, making it...

Microsoft's licensing policies regarding Windows Server software have ignited significant controversy in the cloud computing market, drawing attention from major cloud providers and regulators alike. Recent statements and filings reveal the extent to which these licensing changes have become a critical competitive and regulatory battleground, especially in the UK cloud services market. The Licensing Cost Barrier: A Cloud Migration Deterrent Amazon Web Services (AWS) has asserted that...

Microsoft’s recent Windows 11 update, released in April 2025 as part of the 24H2 Patch Tuesday updates, has introduced an unexpected and somewhat enigmatic element to many users’ systems—a mysterious, empty folder named "inetpub" appearing on the system drive, typically C:\inetpub. While the folder may initially seem out of place or suspicious, it is a deliberate and critical part of a broader security strategy implemented by Microsoft to patch a serious vulnerability identified as...

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday on March 11, 2025, presented a typical suite of bug fixes, but it soon became clear that one particular vulnerability they rated "less likely" to be exploited was being weaponized aggressively by attackers. This flaw, identified as CVE-2025-24054, involves an NTLM (NT LAN Manager) hash-leaking vulnerability that quickly turned into a significant threat against governmental and private sector targets in Eastern Europe, specifically Poland and Romania. The exploit is...

Microsoft's recent decision to block the widely used C/C++ extension for Visual Studio Code (VS Code) from working in derivative products like VS Codium and Cursor has stirred significant controversy and debate within the developer community. This change, enforced starting with the C/C++ extension version 1.24.5 released on April 3, 2025, is a stark enforcement of existing licensing terms and marks a hard pivot in how Microsoft controls access to key proprietary VS Code extensions. The Core...

As the October 2025 end-of-support date for Windows 10 approaches, millions of Windows users face a critical crossroads. Windows 10, a stalwart operating system since its 2015 launch, has served countless desktops and laptops worldwide faithfully. However, Microsoft’s decision to cease mainstream updates—including security patches—after October 14, 2025, heralds a significant shift. Users must carefully evaluate their upgrade paths because continuing unsupported use exposes systems to...

Microsoft’s recent patch efforts have finally addressed a critical Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) bug that had been plaguing Windows 11 version 24H2 and the new Windows Server 2025 builds since early 2025. This flaw, introduced by a February update (KB5051987), caused remote desktop sessions to freeze completely—disabling keyboard and mouse input, forcing frustrated users and administrators into a repetitive cycle of disconnecting and reconnecting just to regain control. The problem severely...

When faced with the need to reinstall Windows—whether switching to the Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) edition or simply starting fresh—Ninite emerges as an indispensable tool that can streamline the lengthy and often tedious process of app provisioning. Though simple in concept, Ninite automates the installation and updating of multiple user-selected applications and runtimes on Windows, helping users rapidly re-establish a productive environment after a clean install or system refresh...

Microsoft's recent April 2025 Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11—specifically update KB5055523—introduced an unexpected yet purposeful change that has stirred curiosity and concern among users and IT professionals alike: the mysterious creation of an empty folder named inetpub on the system drive, typically C:\inetpub. This folder traditionally belongs to Internet Information Services (IIS), Microsoft's web server platform, and is normally only created when IIS is installed and enabled...

Microsoft’s recent move to restrict its C/C++ extension for Visual Studio Code (VS Code) exclusively to its first-party products has stirred significant concern and debate throughout the developer community. As of version 1.24.5 released on April 3, 2025, the extension now refuses to work on derivative code editors such as VS Codium — an open-source fork of Microsoft's VS Code — and Cursor, a commercial AI-powered code assistant built from the VS Code codebase. This enforcement represents a...

Microsoft's recent patch for Windows Server 2025 addresses a vexing issue that had caused Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) sessions to freeze, locking users out of controlling their remote sessions with keyboard and mouse. This problem originated from a flawed February 2025 update (KB5051987) that, after installation, rendered Remote Desktop sessions unresponsive, necessitating a manual disconnect and reconnect to regain functionality. The fix was eventually included in the April 2025...

Windows 11’s April 2025 cumulative update introduced a curious new element to many systems — an empty folder named "inetpub" located at the root of the system drive. While this folder traditionally relates to Microsoft's Internet Information Services (IIS) web server, its unexpected presence on systems without IIS enabled sparked both confusion and concern among users and IT professionals. Far from an accident, however, the "inetpub" folder is an intentional and critical component of a...

The introduction of the inetpub folder in Windows 11 with the April 2025 update KB5055523 has sparked considerable discussion and concern among users and IT professionals alike, revealing the complex interplay between system security enhancements and user experience. While superficially this folder appears as an innocuous, empty directory traditionally associated with Microsoft's Internet Information Services (IIS), its modern incarnation is a deliberate security mechanism designed to...

Windows 11 continues its evolutionary path with the latest Insider Preview Build 26200.5570 released to the Dev Channel, rolling out new features and refinements that underscore Microsoft's ongoing commitment to user empowerment, accessibility, and productivity enhancement. While incremental, these updates weave into the larger tapestry of Windows 11’s development—balancing ongoing innovations with usability, customization, and user control. Voice Typing Gains User-Controlled Profanity...

The story is that Microsoft is introducing a new feature in Windows 11 that allows users to disable the profanity filter in voice typing. This feature is currently being tested with Windows Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels. It adds a toggle in the voice typing settings that lets users choose whether explicit language is censored or transcribed exactly as spoken. This update gives users more control over how voice typing handles profanity, catering to different preferences for content...

Microsoft has officially begun rolling out its highly debated AI-powered Copilot Recall feature for Windows 11, marking a significant step forward in how users interact with their PCs through artificial intelligence. After a protracted period of delays, skepticism, and revision, the controversial tool designed to provide a near-photographic memory of user activities is finally accessible—albeit initially limited to a subset of Windows users with cutting-edge hardware. This milestone opens a...

The story is about Microsoft officially launching its "Recall" feature for Windows 11, almost a year after its initial announcement. Recall is currently only available on Copilot+ PCs, a special category of Windows 11 devices equipped with advanced AI processors (initially Snapdragon-powered, with AMD and Intel expected to support it later). Key points about the Recall feature: What is Recall? Recall acts like a "photographic memory" for your PC, continuously taking screenshots...

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has recently issued an urgent cybersecurity advisory regarding a critical vulnerability identified in the Windows 11 version 24H2 update. This security flaw, highlighted by both PTA and Microsoft, fundamentally affects devices installed or updated via outdated physical installation media—specifically DVDs or USB drives predating December 2024. The core of the issue is that such legacy installation media can prevent affected devices from...

When you bring home a brand-new Windows PC, the excitement to dive into personalization—changing wallpapers, adjusting settings, installing apps—is undeniable. But before you settle into your customized digital space, taking a moment to tighten up your security settings can be a game changer. In an era where digital threats are constantly evolving, leaving these essential security configurations to “later” is a risk not worth taking. Here, we explore six key security settings every Windows...