In addition to the new improvements shipping with the Windows 10 version 1909, November 2019 Update , during the development cycle, it’s also when Microsoft does a house-cleanup to remove features that may be obsolete, no longer useful, or are getting replaced with newer experiences. Usually, the functionalities that are getting removed from Windows 10 are not significant. In the case of version 1909, the system will no longer sync taskbar settings across devices, and Microsoft is also removing the PNRP APIs....

Microsoft released Windows 11 25H2 on September 30, 2025, as a minor feature update for version 24H2 users. The update introduces no new features, but known issues can still block or delay the upgrade on some devices. At the time of writing, no active upgrade-blocking issues are reported, though several problems were recently mitigated or resolved. Microsoft released the Windows 11 2025 Update (version 25H2) on September 30, 2025. However, several known issues may still prevent your device from upgrading....

Microsoft is aware of deactivation problems on Windows 11 and 10 devices. The problem occurs when significant hardware changes are made to the system. The company is investigating the reports from devices activated using Windows 7 and 8 product keys. Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 11 (and 10) are having activation issues, and the problem seems to be related to a recent change that blocks users from activating a setup of Windows 11 and 10 using a product key from an older version of the operating system, including Windows 7 and 8....

Microsoft releases Windows 11 build 22557 in the Dev Channel. The flight packs a lot of features and changes. Some features include Taskbar drag and drop, folders for Start, Do Not Disturb, Live Captions, and more. Microsoft is rolling out the “Windows 11 build 22557” in the Dev Channel. This massive update introduces a slew of new features and improvements that the company may or may not decide to include in future releases of Windows 11 ....

Windows 11 build 22572 is now available with new features in the Dev Channel. Build 22572 introduces redesigned Print Queue, new icons for features, and more improvements. Microsoft also announced upcoming changes coming to the search experience. Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 22572 for devices enrolled in the Dev Channel of the Windows Insider Program. This is another significant update with various visual changes, new features, and improvements....

Microsoft is rolling out a preview of Windows 11 22H2 (build 22621.2070). The update is available in the Stable Channel as KB5028254. This non-security update includes a slew of fixes and improvements. These changes will become available for everyone during the August 2023 Patch Tuesday update. This update was previously available as build 22621.2066 in the Release Preview Channel. UPDATED 7/26/2023: Microsoft is rolling out the Windows 11 build 22621....

UPDATED 2/16/2025: Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 26120.3281 (KB5052086) in the Dev and Beta Channels of the Windows Insider Program. This update brings new features and improves existing features as part of the development of version 24H2. According to the company , the update KB5052086 for Windows 11 rolls out the Resume feature to resume working on a file you started working on your iPhone or Android phone on your computer....

The final version of Windows 11 is now ready for download in the Release Preview Channel. The upgrade is available as an optional update through Windows Update. You can also download the Windows 11 build 22000.194 ISO file to create a bootable USB flash drive. Microsoft is now making available the final version of Windows 11 (build 22000.194) in the Release Preview Channel of the Windows Insider Program. This represents the first preview of what’s expected for the company to start shipping on October 5 , minus a few remain patches that may still be needed to address any remaining issue....

Microsoft upcoming Moments updates for Windows 11 spotted. The first update is expected to have the 228xx build range. And the second update will be in the 229xx build range. The first update is said to roll out in October 2022 and the second sometime in 2023. Although Microsoft plans to roll out Windows 11 22H2 (build 22621) on September 20 , the company is also expected to make some additional smaller updates known as “Moments” soon after the major release, and references from the first two have already been spotted....

Windows 11 to show Microsoft account benefits to local account users. The notification has four different variants and will be available from the Start menu. Microsoft account users will also get similar notifications, but for backing up files to OneDrive. Windows 11 will soon begin showing notifications to switch to a Microsoft account in the Start menu for users with local accounts. Although you can set up an installation with a local account , Microsoft really wants you to use a Microsoft account to show you personalized ads and collect additional information about you....

Security researcher publicly discloses vulnerability on Windows 11. The reason for the disclose was due to frustration with the low payout in the bug bounty program. The vulnerability has been fixed by Microsoft, but the researcher finds a workaround to a more severe security whole. A security researcher, Abdelhamid Naceri, has publicly disclosed a vulnerability that gives system privileges to an attacker on Windows 11 , 10, and Windows Server to run elevated commands from standard privilege level....

Microsoft is now pushing out the January 2025 Patch Tuesday Update for Windows 11 24H2 , known as KB5050009 (build 26100.2894), and builds 22621.4751 and 22631.4751 (KB5050021) for Windows 11 23H2 and version 22H2 respectively with some security fixes and changes. Alongside these releases, the company is also making available the update KB5050021 (builds 19044.5371 and 19045.5371) for Windows 10 22H2 and 21H2 with minor improvements. In addition, older versions of the operating system are getting updated this January....

With Windows 8.1 Preview now available for download , many tech enthusiasts may be asking if they should install the update or not. The fact is that the preview is not a final product and an unexpected error can occur, but Microsoft says that it’s OK to install and even Windows 7 users will be able to install the update. However there are several things you should keep in mind before installing:...

Apparently Microsoft has temporarily removed the Windows RT 8.1 update from the Windows Store due to the fact that it was causing updating issues to a “limited” number of users. This information first popped up in the Microsoft forums by an employee going by Reagan_L username. If you were planning to update to your Surface RT to Windows RT 8.1 this weekend and you couldn’t find the update in the Windows Store, you now know why and you don’t have to keep search for a solution....

“If you’re running Windows RT, your device won’t upgrade to Windows 10. We will have an update available in September 2015 that will improve the Start menu and lock screen. Check Windows Update on your Windows RT device to make sure it is ready to download the update when available.” Windows 10 packs a number of new features over Windows 8.1, including Tablet mode, which allows users with 2-in-1 devices to use a small Start menu when using a keyboard and mouse and a full screen Start menu experience when using a touch-enabled device....

Aerial Views is yet another theme with 14 illustrations of mountains, farms, water, and fields seen from way up in the air that you can download and set as backgrounds on your desktop. The wallpapers are high-resolution (4K), and they’re available for free to use on Windows 10. If the images rotate too quickly on your desktop, after applying the theme on Settings > Personalization > Background , and use the Change picture every drop-down menu to adjust the image rotation frequency....

If the images rotate too quickly on your desktop, after applying the theme on Settings > Personalization > Background , and use the Change picture every drop-down menu to adjust the image rotation frequency. You can find more great themes in the Desktop Fun section. To install, use the download link below, click the Get button in the Microsoft Store, then the Apply button, and then select the collection from the “Themes” settings page....

Your desktop backgrounds deserve an upgrade, thus Bing put together the most beautiful and impressive images from some of the national parks in the United States. These photographs will leave you with a sense of adventure and inspire you to hike a few interesting spots. Mountains, rivers, waterfalls and so much more that nature can offer, and you can find them all by downloading this theme of wallpapers free for Windows 10....

Windows 11 build 26200.5722 (KB5062669) introduces an AI agent in the Settings app for AMD and Intel Copilot+ PCs, a redesigned SCOOBE experience, and updates to Task Manager and Lock Screen. The update also includes an image grid view in Search and fixes for Taskbar, File Explorer, and more. Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 26200.5722 (KB5062669) in the Dev Channel as part of the version 25H2 development....

Windows 11 build 26200.5742 (KB5064075) arrives in the Dev Channel update for version 25H2 with a redesigned Start menu’s mobile sidebar and migrates more Control Panel settings into the Settings app. It includes various bug fixes for File Explorer, Task Manager, and other system components to improve stability and performance. You can also download Windows 11 build 26120.5742 in the Beta Channel, which includes (almost) the same changes as the Dev Channel....