automatic updates

For years, Microsoft’s approach to Windows Update has sparked robust debate and, at times, outright frustration among its vast user base. The subject has again surged into focus following recent reports that Windows is installing updates on some PCs without explicit user consent—a practice...

Microsoft's approach to Windows updates has long been a point of contention among users, particularly regarding the balance between maintaining system security and respecting user autonomy. Recent developments have reignited this debate, as the company has initiated automatic updates to Windows...

In recent months, Microsoft has reignited controversy by implementing automatic updates on Windows PCs without explicit user consent. This practice has raised significant concerns among users who prefer to control when and how their systems are updated. Historically, Microsoft has faced...

Microsoft’s approach to rolling out the Windows 11 24H2 update marks an inflection point in both its software deployment philosophy and broader user relations. Unlike previous feature updates for its flagship operating system, the 24H2 release is now being pushed automatically to all eligible...

For users of Windows 11, the experience of staying updated with Microsoft’s latest releases is increasingly becoming less optional and more a component of the operating system’s life cycle. Microsoft’s approach to its most recent “feature update”—Windows 11 24H2—marks a substantial change for...

For many Windows users, the universal struggle of keeping software up to date is a familiar, often frustrating experience. The task is deceptively simple—after all, isn't updating applications just a matter of clicking the "update" button when prompted or letting background updaters do their...

As part of Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to enhance user experience with every new release, the company has recently rolled out KB5059093—an Out of Box Experience (OOBE) update targeting Windows 11 version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025. This update exemplifies Microsoft’s dual focus on streamlining...

A quiet Windows setup screen—that ritual blue void—has long been the modern shaman’s cave for IT pros, a sanctuary for existential questions like, “How long will this spinning circle last?” and “Will Cortana awaken from her slumber to haunt me, again?” With KB5059093, Microsoft attempts to...

Few things divide the Windows user base as sharply as automatic updates. On one hand, they’re a bulwark against cyber threats, constantly patching holes and keeping millions of machines shielded from emerging exploits. On the other hand, nothing tests patience quite like a forced system...

Hello, Apps I've set to turn on on startup actually reset by themselves. I can't tell what instigates it. If I change the app's settings and restart my computer, the app doesn't reset. But, when my computer is off for the night, the setting is reset to not turn on on startup. If someone could...

On November 18, 2024, Microsoft rolled out a significant update package for the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE), specifically designated as KB5046906, KB5046910, and KB5046915. These updates are targeted at improving recovery and setup processes for the latest Windows 11 versions...

A Closer Look at the Persistent 0x80070643 Error in Windows 10 WinRE Updates Over the past year and a half, Windows 10 users have experienced a recurring issue during a seemingly routine system update: the infamous Windows Update error 0x80070643. This error, now resurfacing following the...

Automatic updates are a cornerstone of modern software maintenance, ensuring users receive the latest features, bug fixes, and security patches with minimal effort. Yet even the best-laid plans can derail—especially when third parties change the rules. VMware Workstation users have recently...

Chromium UI Flaw Patched: CVE-2025-1917 and What It Means for Microsoft Edge Users In today’s fast-paced tech landscape, vulnerabilities in software components are akin to road bumps on a busy highway. Recently, the cybersecurity community has taken note of Chromium’s CVE-2025-1917, identified...

Microsoft has released its February 2025 Patch Tuesday security updates, addressing a total of 55 vulnerabilities across various Windows products. Among these, 3 are classified as critical, and 4 are zero-day vulnerabilities, with 2 actively exploited in the wild. Critical Vulnerabilities...

If you’re running Windows 11 on your PC, brace yourself. Microsoft is taking the wheel on software updates once again. Whether you're comfortably cruising on the 23H2 or 22H2 versions of Windows 11, the inevitable 24H2 update is rolling out—and for eligible PCs, there’s no escape. But here’s the...

Hold on to your digital hats, folks—Microsoft is firing up the auto-update engines to roll out Windows 11 version 24H2 to users running versions 22H2 and 23H2. If you’ve been hesitating to manually click that “Check for updates” button, you might find yourself waking up one morning to a freshly...

In a surprising turn of events, Microsoft recently outlined details regarding the hotpatching feature for Windows 11's forthcoming 24H2 update, only to subsequently remove the document from its official site. This feature has been in the works for some time and is aimed at revolutionizing the...

Keeping your Windows apps up to date can feel like a chore—what with the constant rollout of patches, new features, bug fixes, and sometimes random widget updates you didn't even know were a thing. But Microsoft has done us all a favor by incorporating a built-in feature for automatic app...

In today's fast-paced digital landscape, staying current is essential, especially for Windows users. With the increasing number of updates rolled out by Microsoft—each designed to enhance performance, security, and usability—it's crucial to have a strategy that minimizes disruptions to your...