Here’s a concise summary of the key updates from Microsoft's release of the updated Hardware Lab Kit (HLK) and Virtual Hardware Lab Kit (VHLK) for Windows 11 version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025, as reported by Windows Report and supported by other sources:
What Are HLK and VHLK?
HLK (Hardware...
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Fedora 42’s arrival as an official Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2) distribution marks a significant milestone for both Fedora enthusiasts and the broader Windows open-source community. This integration brings some long-awaited legitimacy and convenience to users who have previously relied...
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The recent announcements from Microsoft regarding enhancements to hardware and driver compatibility testing in Windows 11 version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 mark a significant shift in how device makers and developers approach certification for modern Windows platforms. As the company phases...
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Microsoft’s announcement of the broad availability of Windows 11 24H2 marks a significant moment for Windows users and IT professionals alike, promising new features, security improvements, and an ongoing commitment to cloud integration. However, the roll-out is not without its share of...
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Microsoft’s release of Windows 11 24H2 marks a significant development in its ecosystem, extending broad availability to millions of users around the globe. This milestone was met with announcements touting improved features, streamlined updates, and an evolving security landscape. However, as...
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it management
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Windows 11’s 24H2 update—a release Microsoft describes as reaching “broad availability”—arrives at a critical juncture for individuals and businesses alike eagerly following the evolution of the world's most popular desktop operating system. With an ambitious slate of new features, enhanced...
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Microsoft’s recent announcement of Windows 11 24H2 reaching “broad availability” should by all accounts be a momentous event for the Windows ecosystem. The company’s latest feature update, now being pushed out to eligible users across the globe, embodies the characteristic ambitions and...
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As Microsoft ushers in the broad availability of Windows 11 version 24H2, users and IT professionals worldwide are pausing to assess not only the latest features but also the new hurdles accompanying this major release. Behind the marketing fanfare and declarations of streamlined updates, a...
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The milestone of Windows 11 24H2 reaching broad availability signals both progress for Microsoft’s flagship operating system and familiar frustration for IT professionals and end users. Despite the celebratory tone emanating from Redmond, the rollout is again marred by a new “known issue,” this...
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windows 11
windows 24h2
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windows update
With the countdown to Windows 10’s official end of support now under half a year, millions of users, businesses, and IT professionals are facing one of the biggest crossroad moments in recent PC history. The question looms: What should you do when your trusted Windows 10 machine is no longer...
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For years, Omnissa – formerly the end-user computing arm of VMware, now spun off under new leadership and direction – has been known for its robust endpoint management tools. IT departments across the globe have relied on its solutions to provision, secure, and monitor fleets of desktops...
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Omnissa, the newly independent company that spun out from VMware’s end-user computing division, is signaling a bold expansion beyond its historic domain. Traditionally recognized for robust endpoint management—think PCs, laptops, and mobile devices—Omnissa is now poised to reshape how...
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Omnissa, the company that emerged from the acquisition of VMware’s end-user compute (EUC) portfolio, is now making a decisive push beyond its legacy as a leader in endpoint device management. Quietly, yet with significant implications for enterprise IT, Omnissa released a beta Windows Server...
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Within the heart of the gaming industry’s technological fabric lies enormous complexity—and for the world-renowned Sega Europe Ltd, operating through its legendary Creative Assembly studio in Horsham, UK, the role of the Associate Systems Engineer is a cornerstone in powering creative...
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When a senior Microsoft manager publicly proclaims a preference for macOS over Windows 11—especially in a forum as visible as X (formerly Twitter)—the resulting ripple is bound to be felt across the technology landscape. The digital ink spilled following Merill Fernando’s tweet has not only...
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The recent social media activity of Merill Fernando, a senior product manager at Microsoft, has sparked a nuanced debate about the reality of cross-platform preferences—even among leaders at the world's top software companies. When Fernando tweeted a tongue-in-cheek photo of pop singer Katy...
Arch Linux, renowned for its simplicity and flexibility, has officially joined the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) ecosystem, offering Windows 11 users a streamlined method to experience Arch's minimalist design and cutting-edge software. This collaboration between Arch Linux and Microsoft...
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virtualization
windows 11
windows subsystem for linux
windows terminal
wsl 2
Parallels Desktop 20.3 introduces a suite of enhancements that significantly improve the virtualization experience for Mac users. This update focuses on bolstering x86 emulation, integrating OBS virtual camera support, enabling USB device functionality in macOS virtual machines (VMs), and...
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performance improvements
remote management
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x86 emulation
Microsoft has announced that, effective May 27, 2025, it will discontinue support for its Remote Desktop app for Windows, urging users to transition to the new Windows App. (windowscentral.com)
Introduction to the Windows App
The Windows App is a unified client designed to provide seamless...
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it support
microsoft
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remote work
remote work tools
software update
tech news
tech transition
user experience
virtualization
windows 11
windows 365
windows app
In an era where operating system loyalties often evoke fervent debates, a public admission by Merill Fernando, Product Manager at Microsoft, that macOS better suits his workflow than Windows 11, has ignited both reflection and controversy across tech circles. Such candor from a core member of...
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productivity tools
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remote access
system stability
tech industry trends
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user experience
virtualization
windows 11