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  1. Five Key Windows 11 Features Needing Improvement for Better User Experience

    Introduction Windows 11 is a bold reimagining of Microsoft's iconic operating system. However, as users have discovered, even the most ambitious redesigns can come with their fair share of missteps. As the journey toward a more refined user experience continues, it's crucial to spotlight...
  2. Essential Windows 11 Update KB5040555: Key Fixes and Improvements Revealed

    Microsoft has rolled out its latest update, KB5040555, to the Windows 11 Insider Beta Channel. While this patch may appear modest in size, it is packed with critical fixes and improvements. This release, published on August 5, 2024, aims at refining the user experience and addressing a few pesky...
  3. Restore the Windows 10 Taskbar in Windows 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

    The launch of Windows 11 has been met with mixed reactions, especially concerning its redesigned taskbar. Many users who appreciate the classic functionality and design of the Windows 10 taskbar have been exploring ways to revert their interface to a more familiar setup. In this article, we'll...
  4. Windows Insider Build 22635.4005: Minor Fixes and Enhancements Explained

    Microsoft recently released a new build for members of the Windows Insider Program in the Beta Channel. The latest build, numbered 22635.4005, is attached to the KB5040555 knowledge base article. While it might sound significant at a glance, this particular release can be considered rather...
  5. July 2024 Windows 11 KB5040442 Update: Security Enhancements & Key Improvements

    On July 9, 2024, Microsoft released the KB5040442 update for Windows, including OS Builds 22621.3880 and 22631.3880 . This update comes with essential security patches and improvements for Windows 11, with specific enhancements for versions 22H2 and 23H2. Windows 11 End of Service Notice The...
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    "Open file location" or “Save image as” opens to Desktop folder instead of target folder.

    (Newcomer to this forum) Basically, trying to ‘save to a target folder’ or ‘open from a target folder’ goes to the Desktop folder instead of the target folder. Examples: Enter a file name in desktop search bar. List of possible files, desired file is in a target folder within another folder...
  7. Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22631.2265: New Enhancements and Fixes

    Introduction Microsoft introduces the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.2265 and Build 22631.2265 (KB5029347) to the Beta Channel, bringing a range of enhancements and fixes to Windows Insiders. Here’s a summary of the key improvements in this update: Changes and Improvements in...
  8. Microsoft Unveils Windows 11 Insider Preview Builds 22621.1095 & 22623.1095

    Hello WindowsForum.com members, Exciting news for Windows Insiders! Microsoft has just released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.1095 and Build 22623.1095 (KB5022364) to the Beta Channel. Here's everything you need to know about these new builds: Build Highlights Build 22623.1095...
  9. Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25236: Key Changes and Fixes

    Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25236 to the Dev Channel, bringing a plethora of improvements and bug fixes. This build is primarily aimed at testing the servicing pipeline but also introduces several new functionalities and known issues that users should be aware of. Key...
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    Windows 10 Since windows 10 upgrade, desktop is very slow/reluctant to load Thunderbird and Chrome from task bar

    Hi, Since I did a windows 10 upgrade, my Lenovo desktop is very slow/reluctant to load Thunderbird and Chrome programs from the task bar. I've deleted cookies, etc, it makes no difference. I have to click Thunderbird at least twice, before it registers, (but then sometimes opens 2 instances)...
  11. Releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.282 to Beta and Release Preview Channels

    Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.282 to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. This update includes the following improvements: We fixed an L3 caching issue that might affect performance in some applications on devices that have AMD Ryzen...
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    Windows 11 Tweaks to improve and Issues to be fixed ( DEV INSIDER CHANNEL - WIN 11 ( BUILD- 22000.65 CO_RELEASE )

    1. MOST TABS AND MOUSE SCROLLS ARE JERKY. HOVERING OVER HIDDEN TASKBAR TAKES TIME TO SHOW SOMETIMES. MAKE IT FLUID. SETTINGS PANE TAKE TIME TO LOAD, WIN 10 WAS FASTER. 2. REMOVE SEARCH BAR IN START LOGO DIALOG BOX, THERE IS ONE IN SEARCH BOX ITSELF. 3. WHEN YOU TOGGLE OFF SUGGESTIONS IN...
  13. Windows 10 No "run as admin".

    I need to run anaconda as admin to update it. I have a problem. Nothing will "run as admin" from taskbar, or right click menu, or Windows-S search menu. My computer is running Windows 10 update 20H2. It was updated from a Windows 7 computer, I have no Windows 10 media. These say I now need do...
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    Windows 10 Problems with my pc

    Hello I tried to install a software for iphone earlier. Since then my pc going crazy Once I log in, only the icons on my desktop showing up, it takes some minutes till icons on my taskbar showing up. Internet doesn’t work at all, cant even conncet it, only flight mode function is available. when...
  15. Windows 10 Finally Success, I was about to give up!

    Hi I posted about having issues doing a clean install on my old computer, that I'm going to pass on to my nephew. Neemobeer and nmsuk gave me some help getting around the issue with running the install do to a formatting conflict. Once I got past that the install went smoothly and Windows...
  16. Windows 10 Windows 10 cumulative update history

    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...
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    Windows 7 Blank desktop no taskbar can't righclick, same with safemode

    Hi guys dunno if you can help me with this? My icons and taskbars suddenly disappeared about an hour ago, when I restart I get my login screen ok but once I log in I get a black screen with mousse arrow that moves around. If I Ctrl alt del I can shut down and which point all the icons are...
  18. Windows 7 Favorites/Links no longer work

    I use a "Links Toolbar" on my Win 7 taskbar by the notification tray to access my favorite sites. The toolbar is named "Links". Here is the problem. I changed a theme last night and for some reason when I went to use one of the links what happened was clicking it opened a "Open File Security...
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    Windows 7 USB error code 43 and Explorer freezing.

    First time post here, so let me know if I leave out anything that could be useful. I've been having a few problems with my fairly new windows 7 and I'm not sure if they're related. It started out with USB mass storage devices (Thumb drives, external HDs, etc...) not being recognized. I get...
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    Windows 7 my windows explorer has stopped working.

    sir, I am a person who like to install different types of softwares.I had also installed softwares like speedupmypc,registeryBooster and driverScanner.The problem started when i scanned and tried to fix problems with driverScanner.However i was more cautious after that.After that my system...