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As cybersecurity headlines seem to endlessly parade acronyms and arcane numbers before the public’s weary eyes, it’s easy for eyes to glaze over: yet the real stories hiding behind identifiers like CVE-2025-3620 could not be more vital. Let’s peel away the layers on the latest “use after free”...

If your computer has ever frozen on a kaleidoscopic blue error screen, congratulations, you’re a member of a not-so-exclusive club: the Windows 11 Bad Update Victims Society. It’s a club whose meetings are frequent—if you check your calendar, there’s probably a “day with a ‘y’ in it” circled for...

Windows 11 KB5052094 Update: Revolutionizing the Start Menu and Cross-Device Experience Microsoft’s recent release of Windows 11 KB5052094 in the Release Preview channel signals a robust and highly anticipated update for users, especially those on the 23H2 version. This update introduces a slew...

Microsoft’s April 2025 Patch Tuesday Updates are making waves across the Windows ecosystem with a mixed bag of critical security fixes and exciting quality-of-life improvements. In this detailed analysis, we will delve into the key highlights, the vulnerabilities addressed, and best practices...

Update Overview In a move that has stirred up mixed reactions among Windows 10 users, Microsoft’s latest update—KB5055518 (Build 19045.5737)—has removed the long-standing feature of displaying clock seconds in the Calendar flyout. Delivered as part of the Windows 10 April 2025 Patch Tuesday...

Microsoft’s latest cumulative update, KB5053602, arrived on March 11, 2025, bringing key improvements and fixes for OS builds 22621.5039 and 22631.5039. In this in-depth look, we’ll break down what this update means for Windows 11 users and IT administrators, explore the patches and enhancements...

Windows 11 cumulative updates have once again taken center stage as Microsoft rolls out KB5053598 and KB5053602, promising an array of bug fixes, performance enhancements, and security improvements that Windows users have been eagerly anticipating. In today’s in-depth article, we break down the...

Windows users, get ready to embrace one of the biggest updates of the year. Windows 11 KB5051987 for the 24H2 release is here, and it’s not just a minor tweak—it’s a comprehensive overhaul geared towards enhancing usability, security, and overall system performance. If you haven’t heard yet...

Happy New Update Day! Well, maybe not a public holiday, but if you're a Windows 11 user, Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday update (KB5050021) for OS Builds 22621.4751 and 22631.4751 just hit the streets. What's the scoop? This update, which applies to Windows 11 Enterprise/Education version 22H2...

Another Patch Tuesday has rolled in, and for January 2025, Microsoft has served up Windows 11 KB5050009 for devices running the 24H2 version. This update is relatively uneventful compared to some prior months, largely due to Microsoft's festive pause on rolling out new optional updates in...

It’s that time of the month again: Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday is here, and it’s bringing the first security update of 2025 for good ol' Windows 10. Say hello to KB5049981, a mandatory update focused less on shiny new features and more on plugging up security holes and nagging bugs. With Windows...

On December 10, 2024, Microsoft unleashed two significant cumulative updates for Windows 11 users: KB5048667 and KB5048685, aimed at versions 24H2 and 23H2, respectively. These updates are more than just routine maintenance; they address various security vulnerabilities and bugs that could...

December has rolled in, and with it, an important helpin' of updates for Windows 11 users—specifically KB5048667! As part of December's Patch Tuesday, this release not only boasts of a shiny new build but also introduces various features aimed at enhancing the user experience. If you’re...

Microsoft has rolled out its latest Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11, including versions 24H2 (KB5044284), 23H2 (KB5044285), 22H2 (KB5044285), and 21H2 (KB5044280). If you've ever felt that anticipation akin to opening a holiday gift when checking for updates, you're not alone. October's...

What’s New in KB5044284 (OS Build 26100.2033)? On October 8, 2024, Microsoft rolled out an important update for Windows 11, known as KB5044284, associated with OS Build 26100.2033. This release not only addresses significant security issues within the operating system but also includes notable...

If you've faced issues with automatic updates on Windows 11, you're not alone. Many users encounter disruptions that hinder critical updates from successfully installing. Fortunately, Microsoft provides multiple methods to manually install updates, ensuring your device is always up-to-date with...

Introduction Windows Insiders on the Release Preview Channel can now access Windows 11 Build 22621.2213 (KB5029351), introducing a range of new features and enhancements. Here's a brief overview of the key updates in this release: Features and Improvements App Defaults Functionality: Added new...

I am trying to find some info about this error: Session "Microsoft.Windows.DirectToUpdate" failed to start with the following error: 0xC0000035. Google & bing show nothing related to this. I have processed all the usual suspects: SFC, WU reset, DSIM restore, Manual installs from WU catalog, In...

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Microsoft are to include a 'changelog' with each new released update: Windows 10 update history - Windows Help As some of may be aware Windows 10 non insider versions were recently updated to 10586.104: Updates for Windows 10 Version 1511 February 9, 2016 — KB3135173 (brings system to...