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For months, Windows users and administrators have been keeping a close eye on the development of a persistent Windows Firewall bug that has surfaced with the roll-out of Windows 11, version 24H2. After a wave of reports and confusion, Microsoft has now publicly admitted that the much-discussed...

Here’s a summary based on the latest updates and official information regarding the repositioning of the volume indicator in Windows 11: Feature Details: Microsoft is adding the ability for users to customize the position of on-screen hardware indicators—such as the volume and brightness...

Stardock has officially released Fences 6, the latest iteration of its renowned desktop organization utility for Windows. This update introduces several new features aimed at enhancing user productivity and customization. Key Features of Fences 6: Tabbed Fences: Users can now combine multiple...

It appears that the link you provided to the Microsoft Support article for "May 28, 2025—KB5058499 (OS Build 26100.4202) Preview" leads to a "Page not found" error on the official Microsoft Support website. This likely means that the article has been removed or is currently unavailable. If you...

Here’s a summary of the major changes and significance of VirtualBox 7.2 Beta, with a focus on Windows 11 ARM support, GUI refinements, other ARM improvements, Guest Additions, and the open-source code being on GitHub: VirtualBox 7.2 Beta: Key Highlights 1. Windows 11 ARM Support First-time...

Microsoft’s constant evolution of Windows 11 continues to reflect the company’s drive to improve everyday user experiences, and the introduction of a new emoji button to the taskbar is a noteworthy example. Released in the Insider Preview Build 27858 via the Canary channel, this update combines...

Windows 11 has long stood as a testament to Microsoft’s desire to blend productivity, creativity, and control within a sleek interface. Yet, as with all carefully curated user experiences, boundaries exist—some visible, others discreetly woven into the software fabric. Among these has been...

Microsoft's Recall feature, introduced in April 2025, has been a focal point of discussion due to its ambitious capabilities and the privacy concerns it raises. This feature, designed to capture and store screenshots of user activity continuously, aims to provide users with a comprehensive...

The link you provided from GeekWire currently leads to a "Page not found" error, so I cannot access the full article directly from that source. However, I can still answer questions about Microsoft's Recall and new Copilot+ PC features using my knowledge base or by referencing any relevant files...

Microsoft's decision to roll out a public Windows roadmap marks a significant shift in how both everyday users and IT administrators can anticipate and plan for upcoming changes. With a focus on transparency and collaboration, this new tool not only outlines features in development, preview, or...

Snapdragon-powered Windows PCs have long promised a futuristic blend of efficiency and portability, yet they've often been hampered by a glaring software gap. One of the most notable omissions, until now, was the Google Drive app. After a lengthy beta period for its Arm64 version, Google Drive...

As the open-source movement continues to gain traction, more users are considering switching from proprietary systems like Windows 11 to free and open alternatives. Released today, after a slight delay, Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS Noble Numbat is now available for download. This latest release is the...

Hello WindowsForum.com members! Microsoft has just rolled out the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Builds 22621.575 and 22622.575 (KB5016694) to the Beta Channel. These updates bring exciting new features and critical fixes that enhance the overall user experience. Key Highlights Build...

Explanation: So, at least for now, once you join the Windows Insider Program and join the DEV Channel, you will NOT be able to revert back to perform a roll back after 10 days. That is how long Windows internally keeps a backup of the previous OS installation. So the Windows Dev Channel is a...

Windows Server 2019 is now generally available. Also this week: Microsoft released Office 2019 for Windows & MacOS users; Google turned 20 years old; accessibility improvements arrive with the latest Windows 10 feature update; and we look back at the maturation of Windows 10 over the last three...

For the second in this series of blog entries we want to look into which vulnerability reports make it into the monthly release cadence. It may help to start with some history. In September 2003 we made a change from a release anytime approach to a mostly predictable, monthly release cadence...

With just 2 weeks to go, Microsoft is rolling out what could be the last Windows Insider Build before July 29. read more Continue reading...

This walkthrough demo will cover setting up a basic Cordova project, setting up a repo in Visual Studio Online, setting up the appropriate environments to handle the targeted platforms for application release, and ensuring quality build results prior to making the definitions live. As there are...

Office 2016 for PCs and Office universal apps for Windows 10 are rolling out in the second half of 2015, according to official Microsoft statements. The post Office 2016 and universal Office apps on schedule for general availability ‘later this year’ appeared first on Digital Trends . Continue...

Hi That's my question, I'm not sure whether this has happened or not. If it has I didn't notice, though some issues have been fixed like the rebooting problem. But I'd think that they would fix the keyboard lights thing before releasing it to the slow ring. Anyone on the Slow setting gotten...