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Microsoft’s strategy for updating Microsoft 365 (M365) is undergoing a transformation, signaling deep changes not only for IT departments but also for every enterprise that relies on the world’s most popular productivity suite. The pace and pattern of software updates, now supercharged by...

Microsoft is set to introduce a pivotal security enhancement to Windows 11 with the rollout of the Administrator Protection feature. This initiative aims to fortify systems against breaches stemming from stolen credentials by redefining how administrative privileges are managed. Understanding...

Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Build 26100.4188 (KB5058499) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, marking a significant step in the evolution of Windows 11 version 24H2. This update introduces a suite of enhancements aimed at improving user experience, productivity, and system...

Navigating the extensive landscape of Windows 11 settings has long been a necessary, if sometimes tedious, aspect of modern PC ownership. Now, Microsoft is embarking on a significant overhaul of this experience—and at the heart of it is the company’s flagship generative AI, Copilot. In an...

Placeholders have long been a fundamental feature within Microsoft PowerPoint, guiding users as they build new presentations, organize content, and maintain consistency across slide decks. Yet for frequent PowerPoint users—across both Windows and Mac platforms—the appearance and interactivity of...

Microsoft has rolled out a new preview build for Windows 11 Insiders, and this one packs a series of impactful updates. Build 26120.3291 (KB5052070) is now available in both the Dev and Beta Channels, specifically targeting users with Copilot+ PCs. In this detailed overview, we break down the...

Microsoft is taking a creative twist on its subscription drive with the latest Windows 11 update KB5052094. In an effort to expand the reach of the ever-popular Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass, the update introduces a new referral card that lets eligible users invite their friends and family to...

Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 beta update, Build 27788, has rolled out to Insiders in the Canary channel—and while it brings an assortment of new features and enhancements, it also introduces a bug that may cause the Settings app to crash unexpectedly. What’s New in Build 27788? Build 27788...

Editor's take: Windows 11 24H2 increasingly shows how the Windows Insider program does nothing to improve Windows security and reliability. The number of show-stopper bugs experienced by customers who updated to the latest OS version is staggering. Meanwhile, Microsoft is just saying that...

Microsoft has officially rolled out the latest version of Windows 11 within the Insider Preview program, specifically for those in the Release Preview channel. The newly minted Build 26100.1876 comes tagged with the KB5043178 update, offering early access to features that will eventually make...

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Introduction Greetings Windows Community! In a significant stride towards enhancing user experiences, the Windows Insider team proudly announces the launch of the Beta Channel for Windows Insiders using Windows 10. This development signifies a dedicated space for active feature development...

Introduction Microsoft has initiated the rollout of an update for Paint to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels on Windows 11. The update, featuring Paint version 11.2402.32.0, introduces significant enhancements to the user experience, particularly focusing on brush size selection...

Introduction Microsoft has announced the release of Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3757 (KB5032278) to the Release Preview Channel for Windows Insiders using Windows 10, version 22H2. This update introduces Copilot in Windows (in preview) for devices running Windows 10, version 22H2 Home and Pro...

Hello Windows Insiders, The Photos app in Windows 11 lets you view, organize, and share photos from your PC, OneDrive, and iCloud. Today, we are excited to announce an update to the Photos app, rolling out to Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels. This update includes a broad set of new...

Attention WindowsForum.com Community! Great news for Windows Insiders! Microsoft has recently released Windows 10 version 22H2 Build 19045.2787 (KB5023773) to the Release Preview Channel. This build comes with several key improvements and fixes, further enhancing the overall performance and user...

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25281 to the Dev Channel. TL;DR Starting with this build, we are trying out improvements to Windows Spotlight and introducing a visual update to the graphics settings page. And of course, a handful of fixes too...

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.1028 and Build 22623.1028 (KB5021866) to the Beta Channel. Build 22623.1028= New features rolling out. Build 22621.1028 = New features off by default. December 2022 Bug Bash: Starting tomorrow December 7th...

Hello Windows Insiders, Today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to all Windows Insider channels (U.S. only). This update (version 2205.40000.14.0) includes several new updates as well as routine improvements to the platform and reliability. What’s New...

Hello Windows Insiders, Today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 starting with Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. This update (version 2204.40000.15.0) includes several exciting new features and improvements such as updating to Android 12.1, major...