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  1. Microsoft Releases Out-of-Band Update KB5039705 to Fix May 2024 Security Patch Issues

    Recently, on May 23, 2024, Microsoft issued an out-of-band update KB5039705 (OS Build 17763.5830) to rectify issues related to the installation failure of the May 2024 Windows security update. This unexpected update came to address specific problems encountered by users during the installation...
  2. Optimize Windows Update for Business Reports with New Diagnostic Alert

    Introduction Windows Update for Business reports play a vital role in monitoring compliance status and ensuring organizational security. However, sometimes devices fail to send diagnostic data, leading to inconsistencies in the reports. Microsoft has introduced a new alert...
  3. June 2024 Windows 11 Update: New Features and Known Issues Revealed

    Release Date: 6/11/2024 Version: OS Builds 22621.3737 and 22631.3737 For more detailed information regarding Windows update terminology, refer to the article on the types of Windows updates and monthly quality update types. Additionally, to gain insight into Windows 11, version 23H2, explore its...
  4. 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...
  5. Unveiling Windows 11 2023 Update: Key Features and Enhancements

    Microsoft recently announced the availability of the Windows 11 2023 Update, also known as Windows 11, version 23H2. This update brings a limited scope of new features and functionalities delivered through a streamlined and reliable update experience. Version 23H2 continues the trend of...
  6. Discover New Features in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.770

    Introduction Hello Windows enthusiasts! Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.770 to the Dev Channel. Here's a comprehensive overview of what's new, improved, and noteworthy in this build: Key Highlights Automatic Save for Screen Recordings: The Snipping Tool now...
  7. Explore Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.670: Dev Channel Updates

    Introduction Windows enthusiasts, get ready as Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.670 (KB5037869) is now available in the Dev Channel. An important reminder: Insiders in the Dev Channel will now start receiving updates based on Windows 11, version 24H2 through an enablement package (Build...
  8. NEWS Microsoft’s newest Windows update breaks VPNs, and there’s no fix

    Microsoft said this week that the most recent Windows security update for Windows 10 and Windows 11 may break VPN connections. Microsoft's newest Windows update breaks VPNs, and there's no fix :eek:
  9. Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4233: New Features and Enhancements

    Introduction Microsoft announces the release of Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4233 to the Release Preview Channel for users on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update showcases new features, enhancements, and fixes to improve the Windows experience for users. Highlighted Features Windows...
  10. Explore the Latest Features in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.3350

    Introduction Microsoft is elated to announce the launch of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.3350 (KB5035955) in the Beta Channel. This update brings forth a variety of enhancements, fixes, and a sneak peek at upcoming features, delivering a refined user experience. New Features and...
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    winre.wim file missing - need help restoring

    Hello, I'm currently fighting a problem related to Windows Update and the update named 0x80070643. While doing research on this problem, I discovered that winre is not only disabled, but the winre.wim file is missing. Is there a straight-forward way to to rebuild/restore this file? I do not...
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    Windows 10 How to stop download of non-existing update?

    Hello, my win10pro, ver. 22H2, repeatedly tries to install update KB5001716, (KB5001716: Update for Windows Update Service components - Microsoft Support) failing with 0x80070643 ... quite likely so, because this update does not even exist in the update catalog Microsoft Update Catalog . How...
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    Windows 10 - can't updated - 0x80070643

    I'm currently unable to run Windows Update. It keeps coming back with "Error Encountered" and tells me to search on 0x80070643. I do this and after following a couple of links, I'm taken to a somewhat involved manual way to fix. I should note the initial Microsoft page indicated they were...
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    External Storage Issue

    I use an external Drive to store my files. I frequently get diconnected (usually on Windows updates) and then it takes days to reconnect. I use two computers and both access the ext Drive wirelessly, and usually they can both connect.
  15. accounts crashes in windows Server 2019 Essentials

    Hello all. I must point out that I'm ot a windows IT pro. I'm just a home user who bought a windows server licence (server 2019 Essentials) for a movie/file server. After probably 2 or 3 updates ago everthing was working just fine, but now when i hit the " settings" button on the left>and go...
  16. Can't install cumulative updates

    Hello! I would like to know what are the ways to update Windows to the latest build without using Windows Update? I have been unable to install the "Cumulative Updates" for a few months due to error 0x800f0991. I have tried running the image repair commands through CMD but it did not resolve. I...
  17. Windows 10 Build 19045.3754: Key Features and Enhancements Unveiled

    Introduction Microsoft has announced the release of Windows 10 Build 19045.3754 (KB5032278) in the Release Preview Channel for Windows 10, version 22H2. This release includes several notable updates. New Features and Improvements Windows 10 Enhancements: Users of Home or Pro consumer devices...
  18. Update Active Hours Setup -- Silly Question

    While it is true my experience in computers goes back to the bad old analog days from 1960 and then after upgrading to digital sometime in 1968, when I left the Air Force, I finished my BSEE/Computer Science degrees. Then, 33 years later I retired to laptops and yard work. While this preamble...
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    Windows 10 Updates / Login Problems

    Good morning all. I am desperately seeking help with this annoying problem. My Windows 10 Acer V5 laptop has until last week booted into my account without requesting a password or pin - great. But a few days ago I was prompted to download and install Windows Upates and this is when everyting...
  20. Latest Windows 11 Build 22621.2500 Hits Release Preview Channel

    Introduction Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel can now access Windows 11 Build 22621.2500 (KB5031455). This update introduces various features and enhancements aimed at improving the user experience. Key Highlights Digital Handwriting Improvement: Digital handwriting features...