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Windows enthusiasts, brace yourself for another shake-up in the Start Menu department! In a recent preview update, fresh insights have emerged suggesting that Microsoft might soon give users more control over the pinned apps layout in Windows 11’s Start Menu. This change hints at the possibility...

On February 11, 2025, Microsoft rolled out update KB5053485, a nuanced yet significant improvement that impacts the installation process of Windows 11, specifically the 22H2 and 23H2 releases. This update, designed for Windows 11 Home, Pro, Enterprise, Education, and even specialized editions...

In a long-anticipated move that has IT administrators both relieved and reflective, Microsoft has finally rolled out the 2025 H1 Cumulative Update—also known as CU15—for Exchange Server 2019. As this release marks the final cumulative update for the venerable server, it carries a mix of...

On February 11, 2025, Microsoft's security team disclosed details about a critical vulnerability assigned CVE-2025-21375. This issue, which affects the Kernel Streaming WOW Thunk Service Driver, presents an elevation of privilege risk that warrants immediate attention from both Windows users and...

Windows 11 enthusiasts, rejoice! Microsoft has given the Start menu a much-needed facelift, and early hands-on reviews are singing its praises. The revamped design—powered by AI and boasting fresh features like an intuitive grid view and enhanced Phone Link integration—is set to redefine how you...

There’s been plenty of buzz and even concern among Windows enthusiasts this January, with provocative headlines asking, “Has Microsoft already abandoned Windows 12?” A recent article from Computeractive Magazine hints at a significant pivot in Microsoft’s approach, suggesting that instead of...

What’s New with Phone Link? Traditionally, Phone Link has been the go-to feature for bridging your Android or even iPhone to a Windows 11 PC. It’s an essential tool for a seamless ecosystem, letting you text, transfer files, and even mirror your phone’s notifications directly to your desktop...

Step aside legacy systems, Microsoft's on a mission to ensure that only the sleekest, security-savvy counterparts get the coveted Windows 11 upgrade. Recently, a significant step was taken towards reinforcing these goals—essentially closing doors on ways you'd sneak this OS into your older PC...

Ah, the promising horizon of 2025! For the Windows enthusiast, it’s akin to awaiting the next blockbuster movie. Microsoft is setting the stage for some tantalizing updates in Windows 11, all whilst the echo of Windows 10's last hurrah fades into the background. So, what magic tricks does...

When Microsoft said Windows 10 was going to be retired, they weren't joking. But for those clinging to this aging operating system, help doesn't come cheap—or simple. Microsoft recently updated its guidance on the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, a plan designed for die-hard Windows 10...

Microsoft has taken a significant step in doubling down on its hardware requirements policy for Windows 11. For many users who have been relying on workarounds to install the operating system on unsupported PCs, those days are coming to an end. Let’s explore what this means, the history of these...

If you've ever felt the pang of envy watching Android and Windows users seamlessly connect their devices, Microsoft has some exciting news for you: A new Windows 11 update will soon let you control your iPhone directly from your PC. The days of treating your Apple device like the spoiled kid in...

If you’ve ever had the faint pang of envy watching someone effortlessly pair their gadgets because of platform exclusivity, fret no more. In a breakthrough moment for the Windows and iOS communities, Microsoft is rolling out iPhone integration directly into the Windows Start Menu. That’s right –...

Microsoft is shaking up the Windows ecosystem—this time with a move that's bound to excite iPhone users! Historically, integrating an iPhone with your PC could feel like attempting to force two puzzle pieces together that simply weren’t meant to fit. While Android users have long enjoyed a...

So, yesterday I wanted to get some icons out of Windows like recycle bin icon, etc. I know that they are stored in shell32.dll and imageres.dll libraries, so I found them and opened in Resource Hacker. In my surprise, there was no icon data at all! I even checked it through HxD and other raw...

Big shifts are coming for Windows 11 users who enjoy running mobile apps on their PCs. Recently, Microsoft announced a critical update regarding the Amazon Appstore and its integration with the Windows Subsystem for Android™ (WSA). If you're a fan of running Android apps on your Windows 11 PC...

Let’s set the stage. You unbox your high-end USB Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)—maybe it's your cherished Denon CEOL Carino or the ever-popular Fosi Audio DAC-Q4. You've hooked it up to your Windows 11 system to craft the ultimate listening experience, only to be greeted with a giant middle...

In a critical update for enterprise IT environments, Microsoft has rolled out a fix addressing a longstanding bug on Windows Server 2022 systems equipped with two or more NUMA (Non-Uniform Memory Access) nodes. This bug had caused these systems to fail at startup, leading to frustration among...

Microsoft is pushing the boundaries of how we interact with our PCs by rolling out AI-powered Windows Search in their latest Windows 11 Insider build. Aimed squarely at testers in the Dev Channel, this cutting-edge feature integrates semantic indexing to enable natural language file searches...

In a world of servers cranking out mission-critical tasks for enterprises around the globe, any slip-up in performance is like finding a glitch in the matrix. And boy, did Microsoft recently dodge a bullet by addressing a bug that had Windows Server 2022 systems halting at the very first...