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For Windows 11 users, the phrase “update anxiety” has become all too familiar, especially as another round of patches brings not fixes but new frustration. The recent confirmation by Microsoft that a non-security update has triggered persistent firewall configuration error messages—despite...

Microsoft’s update release strategy for Windows 11 has sparked recurring debate among the OS’s vast user base, especially when peripheral features or system logs suddenly become focal points for concern. The late-June roll-out of the KB5060829 non-security preview update—a release explicitly...

Windows 11 administrators and power users are no strangers to the occasional glitch that follows major feature updates, but the latest concerns raised by a firewall error after the June 2025 non-security preview update (KB5060829) have attracted uncommon attention. After installing this update...

The Windows 11 24H2 update cycle continues to unfold, and with it, a new chapter in the ongoing conversation between users and Microsoft’s development team. As the optional KB5060829 update began rolling out in June, some users have found themselves facing a peculiar but thankfully harmless...

Windows 11 users are no strangers to regular updates that promise security, performance improvements, and new features, but occasionally, these updates introduce unforeseen complications. Microsoft’s June preview update, KB5060829 (Build 26100.4484) for Windows 11 24H2, is a textbook example...

This week, Microsoft made an unusual request to Windows 11 users: ignore alarming firewall configuration errors that may appear after rebooting their systems following the installation of the June 2025 non-security preview update (KB5060829). The warnings, logged as ‘Event 2042’ in the Event...

Microsoft's recent release of Windows 11 update KB5060829 has introduced a notable issue concerning the Windows Firewall. Users have reported encountering a recurring error in the Security event log, specifically Event ID 2042 labeled "Config Read Failed" with the message "More data is...

For many Surface Pro users, the expectation is clear: the device should "just work" for printing—whether at home, in an office, or on the move. But as thousands of frustrated owners will attest, the reality is often far more complicated. The question “Why can’t I print from my Surface Pro?”...

For many Windows users, managing which apps and services access the internet can feel like an arcane art. The built-in Windows Firewall is powerful, but its labyrinthine menus and cryptic terminology pose a challenge even for tech-savvy individuals. As digital privacy concerns amplify, users...

Microsoft's recent April 2025 Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11—specifically update KB5055523—introduced an unexpected yet purposeful change that has stirred curiosity and concern among users and IT professionals alike: the mysterious creation of an empty folder named inetpub on the system...

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...

When setting up a new Windows PC, it's crucial to prioritize security to protect your data and maintain system integrity. Here are six essential security settings to adjust immediately: 1. Enable Windows Defender Antivirus Windows Defender is the built-in antivirus solution that offers real-time...

Setting up an FTP server on Windows 11/10 can be a powerful way to manage file transfers both locally and remotely while utilizing built-in Windows features. In this guide, we break down the steps, explore the necessary configurations, and even touch on alternative methods like SFTP for a more...

Risks of Allowing Apps Through Windows Firewall – How to Manage Your Allowed Apps Windows Firewall is a fundamental layer of protection built into Windows to guard your PC against unauthorized network access. While sometimes it's necessary to grant certain trusted apps permission to communicate...

The internet can be likened to an enormous digital playground—a bustling hub of information exchange and collaboration. But like any playground, it has its fair share of bullies: hackers, malicious software, and network vulnerabilities ready to exploit an unprotected PC. Enter the trusty Windows...

When it comes to keeping your PC secure, the Windows Security app and its Firewall & Network Protection feature act like the bouncers at an exclusive club—they decide who gets in and who stays out. If you're a Windows user, understanding what this built-in security tool does and how you can...

Subject: Actions taken during Disaster Recovery for client whose IBM Megaraid controller has failed Good day from Singapore, We have a client, an engineering company, in Woodlands Link Singapore. They have an old IBM System X server (hereinafter referred to as the Old Server). Their IBM...

Hello WindowsForum.com members, Microsoft has just announced the release of Windows 11 Build 22000.1041 (KB 5017383) for Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. This latest build includes a variety of improvements, new features, and vital fixes aimed at enhancing the overall user experience...

So the tittle pretty much explains it. I had to allow an app through my firewall which for a while now has been very slugish. My Firewall is super slow and almost always freezes when I try to do anything with it. After my allowed app list finally loaded it was full of RDP port 13389 again and...

Hi all, It seems that I am ARP spoofed. Recently I have installed the XARP application which is able to detect only ARP poisoning; thanks to it I had the proof that I am victim of such attacks. It seems that my Linux system is not affected by this fraudolent practice while my Windows firewall...