Windows 11 users who rely on Task Manager for performance monitoring and troubleshooting are in for a subtle but impactful shift. The recent rollout of the KB5058411 update—part of the Windows 11 24H2 cycle—delivers a noteworthy upgrade: a smarter, unified approach to CPU usage calculation that...
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If you’ve ever puzzled over the inconsistent CPU usage numbers between the various tabs in Windows Task Manager, you’re far from alone. For years, Windows users and IT professionals have questioned why the Processes tab, Performance tab, and other system monitoring tools each seemed to tell a...
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The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has recently issued a critical advisory highlighting multiple vulnerabilities across various Microsoft products, including Windows 10, Windows 11, and Microsoft Office. These security flaws pose significant risks, potentially allowing...
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Have you ever noticed your Windows PC suddenly responding a bit sluggishly, with apps taking just that extra beat to open, or certain programs acting in a way that feels just a tad off? These everyday tech hiccups can be both annoying and puzzling, especially when there’s no obvious culprit like...
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With the rollout of Windows 11 24H2’s KB5058411 update, a subtle but significant technical refinement to Task Manager has arrived—one poised to bridge a longstanding rift in how power users, developers, and system administrators interpret system resource data. This May 2025 feature update is...
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Windows 11 has introduced a sleek interface, enhanced multitasking capabilities, and bolstered security features. To fully harness these improvements, integrating a selection of high-quality, free applications can significantly elevate your laptop's performance and productivity. This article...
In September 2024, a significant security vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-6769, was disclosed, affecting multiple versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server editions from 2016 through 2022. This flaw enables authenticated attackers to escalate their...
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Qualcomm has recently introduced the Adreno Control Panel, a beta application designed to enhance the graphics performance of devices powered by the Snapdragon X Elite platform. This tool offers users the ability to fine-tune GPU settings, aiming to optimize gaming experiences on Windows-based...
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In a recent revelation, Microsoft engineer Raymond Chen shed light on an intriguing aspect of Windows operating systems: the method by which Windows determines and displays CPU speeds is not as precise as many users might assume. This insight underscores the complexities involved in accurately...
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Visual Basic Scripting Edition (VBScript) has long held a crucial role in Windows environments, powering everything from automated administrative tasks to classic web pages crafted during an earlier era of the internet. Now, with Microsoft’s phased deprecation of VBScript and its upcoming...
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The ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity poses a formidable challenge for organizations reliant on Microsoft Windows. Nowhere was this more apparent than in April 2025, when Microsoft’s disclosure of CVE-2025-29824—a zero-day privilege escalation flaw in the Windows Common Log File System...
Microsoft’s PowerToys has, over the years, become a vital suite of utilities for power users and casual enthusiasts alike, weaving enhancements directly into the Windows experience. Yet as Windows evolves—with new workflows, multitasking habits, and the expectation that digital tools should...
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Windows 11 users are often greeted with a robust suite of built-in resource management tools, such as Task Manager and Resource Monitor, that provide a reasonable snapshot of system health and performance. But for power users, system administrators, or anyone seeking granular insight, these...
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For Windows users seeking to rejuvenate their daily digital workspace, the quest for a vibrant, functional, and interactive desktop often leads to third-party wallpaper engines. Among the most noteworthy entrants to this realm is Sucrose—a free, fully open-source wallpaper engine designed...
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For many Windows users, Task Manager is the digital equivalent of a fire extinguisher: we reach for it only when an app freezes, a fan spins out of control, or performance inexplicably crawls. But beneath its utilitarian façade, Task Manager conceals a treasure trove of features—many of which...
Microsoft’s April 8, 2025 Baseline Public Preview: A New Chapter in Windows Security and Usability
On April 8, 2025, Microsoft rolled out a pivotal update for Windows 11 and the broader Windows ecosystem, marking a milestone that IT professionals and users have been anticipating for months. This...
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Microsoft's recent Windows Server 2025 security updates have left many IT administrators scratching their heads as Remote Desktop sessions reportedly freeze shortly after connection. In a detailed announcement on its release health dashboard, Microsoft confirmed that systems running Windows...
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Nestled at the intersection of gaming and productivity, Microsoft Edge’s Game Assist feature emerges as a compelling new addition for enthusiasts using Windows 11. This innovative tool, harnessed through the ever-popular Windows Game Bar, boldly promises to untangle the chronic friction gamers...
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The evolution of Windows 11 has been marked by subtle yet significant transformations, but few are as universally impactful as the recent overhaul of the Task Manager. For many years, the Task Manager has served as the Swiss Army knife for troubleshooting, diagnostics, and power-user...
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Is your mouse pointer waltzing across the screen with the panache of a ghostly marionette, programs launching and closing as if your PC has developed a mind of its own? Or perhaps new user accounts have appeared mysteriously, and your once-pristine desktop now sports a lineup of unfamiliar...