For the better part of two decades, Patch Tuesday has been both a blessing and a bane for Windows administrators. The routine delivery of security patches has safeguarded billions of devices, but the necessity to reboot mission-critical servers has led to countless late nights and meticulously...
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Few tech rumors spread faster than the notion of being charged for something long considered free, and the idea that Microsoft would soon charge Windows 11 users $1.50 per month just for system updates has certainly set corners of the internet abuzz. However, peeling back the layers of recent...
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Microsoft’s upcoming update to Windows 11’s voice typing feature is about to change the way users interact with their devices—and the language they use. For years, one of the most notorious quirks in digital communication has been the way speech-to-text services censor profanity by automatically...
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The recent Windows 11 preview update KB5055627 marks a significant step forward in refining File Explorer, one of the most frequently used components of the operating system. For users of Windows 11 version 24H2, this update addresses longstanding performance complaints and introduces meaningful...
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The Mysterious “inetpub” Folder: An Unexpected Windows 11 Quirk
Windows 11 users have recently encountered an unexpected twist following the cumulative update KB5055523—a seemingly innocuous yet puzzling folder named “inetpub” appearing on the C drive. This odd discovery, highlighted by multiple...
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Securing a new Windows PC is a vital step that often gets overlooked in the excitement of setting up a fresh machine. However, investing time in strengthening your system’s security from day one pays dividends in peace of mind, data protection, and resilience against evolving cyber threats. The...
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Windows Server 2022 DPI Scaling Issues via RDP & Horizon
Windows Server 2022 users have recently encountered a perplexing issue: display scaling anomalies occur whether you’re connecting via RDP or through VMware Horizon (now Omnissa). The anomaly—where visual elements appear either oversized or...
It’s tempting to leap straight into customizing a new Windows 11 PC—installing favorite apps, adjusting the wallpaper, tweaking just about every setting until the whole machine feels unmistakably yours. But amidst the excitement, the crucial work of securing your device can quietly slip through...
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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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has recently issued an urgent cybersecurity advisory regarding a critical vulnerability identified in the Windows 11 version 24H2 update. This security flaw, highlighted by both PTA and Microsoft, fundamentally affects devices installed or updated...
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Rolling out updates is a bit like hosting a dinner party for the in-laws: you’re never quite sure who’s going to show up early, complain about the appetizers, or inadvertently bring the place to its knees—possibly with a blue screen, if we’re talking Windows. Enter Windows 11’s KB5055627, a...
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Windows updates continue to keep IT professionals and enthusiasts on their toes. The latest April 2025 cumulative update for Windows 11 (KB5055523) and Windows 10 (KB5055518) has introduced a curious new quirk: an empty “inetpub” folder appearing in the root of the C: drive, even on systems...
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Something strange is happening on the C: drive of millions of PCs worldwide, and it’s not a ghost in the machine. If you’ve recently updated your Windows 11 system and discovered an unfamiliar, empty folder named ‘inetpub’ sitting quietly in the corner like a wallflower at a prom, you’re not...
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Here's a detailed breakdown of the official release notes for Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5570 (Dev Channel), based on the Windows Insider Blog for this build:
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The creation of the inetpub folder on Windows systems by the April 2025 cumulative update has sparked significant discussion in the Windows community for its dual role as a security measure and a potential vulnerability. Historically, the "C:\inetpub" directory is tied to Microsoft's Internet...
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a critical cybersecurity advisory concerning a serious vulnerability found in Microsoft's Windows 11 version 24H2. This security flaw specifically affects devices installed or updated using outdated physical installation media such as...
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When you get a new Windows 11 PC, it's exciting to start personalizing the device with your favorite apps, wallpapers, and settings. However, the excitement should not overshadow one critical step: securing your device from the outset. Security is the foundation upon which all your digital...
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When setting up a new Windows PC, especially running Windows 11, the excitement of personalization often overshadows a crucial step: securing the device from the outset. Locking down security settings early not only prevents a host of vulnerabilities but also establishes peace of mind. Users...
In March 2025, a significant number of Windows 11 users encountered an unexpected issue following the installation of OS Build 26100.3476: the disappearance of the Microsoft Copilot app from their systems. This anomaly, which also affected some Windows 10 installations, led to the unintentional...
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Windows Server 2025 is facing an unexpected road bump that has caught the attention of IT administrators and system users alike. Recent reports indicate that Remote Desktop sessions on Windows Server 2025 systems are freezing after installing security updates—more specifically after installing...
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