The Mysterious “inetpub” Folder: An Unexpected Windows 11 Quirk
Windows 11 users have recently encountered an unexpected twist following the cumulative update KB5055523—a seemingly innocuous yet puzzling folder named “inetpub” appearing on the C drive. This odd discovery, highlighted by multiple...
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Windows updates continue to keep IT professionals and enthusiasts on their toes. The latest April 2025 cumulative update for Windows 11 (KB5055523) and Windows 10 (KB5055518) has introduced a curious new quirk: an empty “inetpub” folder appearing in the root of the C: drive, even on systems...
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Microsoft Warns of 0x80070643 WinRE Update Error on Windows 10 Devices: What You Need to Know
In April 2025, Windows 10 users encountered a perplexing update error that has stirred both concern and confusion. The error code 0x80070643 popped up during the installation of the latest Windows...
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