On Windows 10, you can uninstall the Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2) when you no longer need to use the platform, and in this guide, you will learn how to complete the task. WSL2 is the second version of Microsoft’s integration to run Linux on Windows 10 using a lightweight virtual machine instead of a direct translation between Linux and Windows available with the first version. Although the ability to run Linux on Windows 10 is a useful feature for developers and users who need access to both operating systems, it might come a time when you no longer need the platform, or you may need to reset it to fix problems....

UPDATED 2/26/2021: Windows 10 20H2 (October 2020 Update) is now slowly rolling out to compatible devices, and here is how to install the feature update manually on devices running version 2004, 1909, or an older version. Although it’s recommended to wait until Windows Update offers the new feature update automatically to make sure you don’t run into problems, there are at least a couple of ways to upgrade manually using the Windows Update settings and Media Creation Tool....

To share files between Android and Windows 11 (or 10), install and open “Quick Share” and choose “Receive from everyone.” On Android, open “Quick Share” and set it to “Everyone.” On Windows, select the images using the app, choose the Android device to transfer the file, and accept. You can also use “Quick Share” to transfer files between Windows devices. On Android, you can share files easily through a wireless connection with the Quick Share from Google (formerly Nearby Share) support available for Windows 11 (and 10) devices....

Microsoft reveals that it will try to make it impossible to bypass the hardware requirements to install Windows 11 on incompatible devices. Windows 11 is expected to release sometime in October as the most significant update for the OS in more than a decade with a new user interface, apps, and features, but even though it will be a free upgrade for existing Windows 10 devices, Windows 11 will come with new system requirements that will leave many PCs without the possibility to upgrade....

Microsoft kicked off its Ignite annual developer and IT professional conference in Orlando, and while, this isn’t a hardware event, the company is making a slew of announcements about software and services, including for Office, Cortana, Microsoft Edge, Azure, as well as new platform to build apps for Windows 10 , Project Silica to store data on quartz glass, and much more. Ignite 2019 announcements If you couldn’t attend, or you didn’t have time to watch the keynote, here you can check out the most important announcements for Ignite 2019....

Ahead of the BUILD conference in San Francisco , Microsoft is rolling out four new updates specifically for Windows 10 build 10061 . These are just security updates, two of them has been released to address several vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer and Adobe Flash Player, while the remaining two updates are security updates, which the company hasn’t described what they actually fix in Windows 10. KB3049508 deals with vulnerabilities in Adobe Flash Player in Internet Explorer....

Windows 11 builds 26200.7309 and 26100.7309 for version 25H2 and 24H2 roll out to everyone with a bug that breaks File Explorer. After installing this update, when opening File Explorer, the app will display a giant white flash before loading files. Microsoft has fixed this issue with the December 2025 Security Update (KB5072033). – UPDATED 12/9. Microsoft is now rolling out the Windows 11 December 2025 update , builds 26200....

Microsoft announces a new version of OneNote. The app will combine both available versions into one. OneNote will also introduce a new interface and new features. Some of the changes are available for testing now and more are coming in the future. Microsoft plans to release a new unified version of OneNote for Windows 11 with a design overhaul to keep it familiar and modern. According to the announcement , some of the features are already available for testing, but more changes are coming....

A panoramic view of the Himalayas or one of Mount Rainier National Park are among the breathtaking photographs that are part of this week’s background for your desktop. 12 stunning images of snow-covered mountains and lakes and all their splendor are just the peaceful sight you need before getting your fingers into typing for long hours. You can download all of them free for Windows. You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section....

Skype receives a design update for mobile devices. The update brings new colors for the light and dark themes. Introduces a new Today tab with personalized articles around the web. The update also brings live translation for calls and a redesigned stage for videos. Microsoft is rolling out an updated version of Skype even though Microsoft Teams has been the preferred communication service for a long time. The new update for the mobile app reveals a new interface design and features....

The Surface Studio 2 is the same amazing all-in-one desktop as the last model, but with better tech specs. It’s not a secret that Microsoft has been trying to steal some of the Apple market with its Surface devices, and with the Surface Studio being the most impressive and most disappointing device. When the Surface Studio first became available in 2016 , it offered an unseen touchscreen experience, but it was already shipping with last generation hardware....

Microsoft releases Windows 10 build 14936 as part of the Redstone 2 update , which the company plans to roll out early next year. The new update is available for PC and Mobile devices enrolled in the Fast ring. According to the company, Windows 10 build 14936 doesn’t include any visual changes or new features. However, on this flight people using the Bash shell command-line utility will notice that the Windows Subsystem for Linux will install Ubuntu version 16....

Microsoft pushes Windows 10 build 15058 for PC enrolled in the Fast ring only weeks before the official launch of the Creators Update . This new rollout is just another minor update without new features or changes. However, Windows 10 build 15058, includes a number of bug fixes and improvements to help finalize the update, but there are still a few known issues that you should be aware of before installing....

Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 10 build 17723 for devices enrolled in the Fast ring of the Windows Insider Program. This is the twentieth preview that becomes available as part of the Redstone 5 development , and it includes a new set of enhancements and features expected to arrive in September or October. Windows 10 Insider Preview build 17723 , according to the software maker, uses machine learning to prevent reboots to apply updates while you’re using your device....

As part of the April 2019 Update development, Windows 10 build 18342 is now rolling out for devices enrolled in the Fast ring of the Windows Insider Program. This is the 23rd preview releasing to testers with several new improvements and a slew of fixes. Windows 10 build 18342 , according to Microsoft, is a small update that includes (unclear) improvements for the new “Windows gaming technology,” changes for the Windows Subsystem for Linux, Windows Sandbox, File Explorer, and more....

Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 10 build 18885 to testers with devices enrolled in the Fast ring of the Windows Insider Program. This is the ninth preview releasing as part of the 20H1 development , and it delivers a small number of changes and fixes. Windows 10 build 18885 , according to the company addresses the issue preventing devices on build 18362.53 (May 2019 Update) to switch to the new development....

Microsoft is making available Windows 10 build 18965 for devices enrolled in the Fast ring of the Windows Insider Program. This is the preview number 25 as part of the 20H1 development , and it’s a minor update with a small set of changes. Windows 10 build 18965 , according to the company, separates the ability to restart apps automatically on reboot from the “Use my sign-in info to automatically finish setting up my device” option under Sign-in options in accounts settings....

Windows 10 update KB5001330 releases in the Release Preview Channel for commercial PCs. The update is also available in the Beta Channel for all Insiders. Build 19043.928 only includes fixes and improvements. Microsoft is getting closer to releasing the Windows 10 21H1 with the release of build 19043.928 (KB5001330) in the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for commercial devices. According to the company , the update KB5001330 is a patch that addresses several problems with version 21H1, including error 0x800f081f error when attempting to install an early version of KB5000842....

Windows 10 May 2021 Update receives the update KB5001391 (prerelease). The update increases the version number of Windows 10 to build 19043.964. This release only fixes a Blue Screen error and applies the build 19043.962 fixes. As part of the May 2021 Update (version 21H1) development, Microsoft is now making available Windows 10 build 19043.964 for devices enrolled in the Beta and Release Preview channels of the Windows Insider Program....

Microsoft begins testing update KB5031356 for Windows 10 22H2. The update bumps the version number to build 19045.3570. The update KB5031356 introduces security fixes and improvements. Microsoft is also releasing updates for versions 21H2, 1809, 1607, and 1507. Microsoft releases the update KB5031356 (build 19045.3570) for Windows 10 22H2 . The update is rolling out in the Stable Channel as a mandatory install with security fixes and changes. According to the announcement from the official site, the update introduces a redesigned search experience with the option to revert to the previous experience....