Administrators seeking to maintain high standards of security, productivity, and compliance know that keeping Windows endpoints up to date is a mission-critical task. Yet, the method used to deliver updates—ranging from everyday patches to feature-rich upgrades—can have just as much impact as...
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Microsoft’s commitment to enhancing the performance of Windows 11 has taken a new turn in its latest development and beta builds, with the introduction of dedicated telemetry designed to monitor and log sluggishness within the operating system. This shift marks a distinct move towards...
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For many Windows 11 users—particularly those running older hardware or struggling with resource constraints—complaints of sluggish performance have become all too familiar. Despite a modern user interface and ambitious AI features, Windows 11 has in some configurations felt less responsive than...
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Since the rollout of Windows 11 in October 2021, a recurring wave of performance complaints has trailed Microsoft’s flagship operating system, leaving a lingering sense of frustration and skepticism among users and enterprise IT professionals alike. Sluggish boot times, erratic responsiveness...
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Microsoft has once again energized the Windows Insider Program, simultaneously releasing new Windows 11 builds to both its Dev and Beta channels—a move that doubles as both an innovation accelerator and a careful, staged rollout strategy. For developers and early adopters, this is more than a...
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Windows 11 continues to evolve at a brisk pace, and today marks another milestone for enthusiasts and IT professionals alike seeking a first look at what’s next for Microsoft’s flagship operating system. With the release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5710 (KB5062676) to the Dev...
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Windows 11’s relentless march toward refinement continues with the latest preview, build 27902, now available to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. While this build won’t send shockwaves through the community with sensational new features, it dials in on reliability, stability, and ongoing...
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Windows 11 continues its rapid pace of innovation with the release of Insider Preview Build 27902 to the Canary Channel, a move eagerly anticipated by Windows enthusiasts and those who track the bleeding edge of Microsoft’s operating system development. This build, available via newly released...
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In recent weeks, Windows 11 users have encountered a persistent issue involving the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. Following the installation of the June 2025 non-security preview update (KB5060829), many reported recurring error logs in the Event Viewer, specifically Event ID 2042...
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Windows administrators and IT professionals managing modern Windows environments are now witnessing a pivotal shift in how security updates are deployed and experienced, especially with the recent landmark announcement: hotpatching is now generally available for 64-bit Arm architecture, starting...
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Microsoft continues its steady evolution of Windows 11, shipping new preview builds to both the Dev and Beta Channels that signal a significant step forward in usability, security, and AI integration. These latest releases—Dev build 26200.5702 and Beta build 26120.4733—underscore the company’s...
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For more than three decades, the iconic Blue Screen of Death—commonly known as the BSOD—has been synonymous with critical Windows errors. It’s a symbol that every long-time PC user knows: the abrupt interruption of a session, blue background, lines of technical data, and in recent years, even a...
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Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 in market share, marking a significant milestone in Microsoft's operating system evolution. According to StatCounter's July 2025 data, Windows 11 now holds 52% of the market, while Windows 10 has declined to 44.59% (thurrott.com). This shift comes...
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On July 8, 2025, Microsoft released its monthly Patch Tuesday updates, addressing a substantial number of vulnerabilities across various products. This release is particularly noteworthy due to the introduction of new features in Windows 11 and the resolution of critical security flaws.
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The July 2025 rollout of Microsoft Windows Security Updates marks another significant chapter in the ongoing effort to secure the world’s most popular desktop operating system and its enterprise-class server counterparts. With Microsoft delivering a sweeping 130 security updates, alongside...
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Microsoft’s July 2025 Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11, delivered through KB5062553 and KB5062552 for versions 24H2 and 23H2, mark another milestone in the rapid evolution of Windows as both a productivity platform and a vehicle for continuous security improvement. Admins, enterprise IT...
Following the installation of the June 26, 2025, KB5060829 update for Windows 11 version 24H2, users have reported encountering a recurring error message related to Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. This error, logged as Event ID 2042 in the Event Viewer, displays the message "Config Read...
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Microsoft has recently announced a significant enhancement to its Windows Autopatch service by enabling hotpatching for Windows 11 clients by default. This development aims to streamline the update process for enterprise customers, reducing the frequency of system restarts required after...
Windows 11 users have gravitated toward its modern design, enjoying a visually appealing interface, sharper icons, and a centered Start menu. However, not all design choices have been well received—foremost among the gripes is the persistent “Recommended” section in the Start menu. Positioned...
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For nearly four decades, the Blue Screen of Death has stood as a notorious hallmark of the Windows experience—a vivid blue warning whose sudden appearance often spelled panic, data loss, and the familiar groan of users both novice and expert. It became more than a simple system alert; it evolved...
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