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Outside of the regular Patch Tuesday schedule, Windows 10 version 1809, October 2018 Update, is getting update KB4482887 to address a slew of issues. KB4482887 bumps the version number to build 17763.348, and according to the company addresses problems with Action Center, PDF in Microsoft Edge, shared folder, Windows Hello, and much more. Windows 10 update KB4482887 for version 1809 Microsoft has announced KB4482887 in the Windows support site , and it’s referred as “March 1, 2019—KB4482887 (OS Build 17763....

As part of the last Patch Tuesday of 2019, Microsoft is rolling out update KB4530684 for devices running the Windows 10 November 2019 Update and May 2019 Update to resolve some issues and improve security. KB4530684 bumps the version number to build 18362.535 and 18363.535 for the May 2019 Update and November 2019 Update respectively, and according to the company, addresses a problem while creating a local account, error on some devices, and improves the security of Windows 10....

UPDATED 9/17: Windows 10 version 1903, May 2019 Update, is the next major release available for compatible devices starting May 21, 2019. This is the first of two feature updates coming in 2019, and it delivers several new features and improvements meant to enhance the experience. The new version isn’t a massive update, but it’s a smaller release that includes many incremental changes and a few new features around performance, design, security, and productivity....

The Windows 10 activation process has changed for the better. Now if you upgrade your system, get a new product key from the Windows Store, or you purchase a new device, you’ll get something called “digital license” , which you can link to your Microsoft account for easier reactivation. However, it appears that there is a bit of confusion, as some users thinks that linking the digital licence with a Microsoft account is required to reactivate Windows 10 ....

Windows 11 25H2 maintains the same minimum requirements as Windows 11 24H2, including a 1GHz dual-core CPU, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, TPM 2.0, and Secure Boot. Copilot+ PCs require newer chips, such as Snapdragon X Elite, AMD Ryzen AI 300, or Intel Core Ultra 200V, along with 16GB of RAM, a 256GB SSD, and a 40+ TOPS NPU for enhanced AI features. Supported processors include Intel 8th Gen or newer, AMD Ryzen 2000 or newer, and select Qualcomm Snapdragon models....

Windows 11 is being updated in Insider preview builds to include a new “Perform speed test” shortcut in the system tray and Wi-Fi quick settings, which opens Bing’s speed-test tool in your default browser. Microsoft is working on a new feature that will enable you to run a network speed test on Windows 11 . However, the implementation isn’t exactly as you may think, because it’s simply a link that will take you to Bing to perform an internet search....

Windows 11 build 22000.1165 rolls out as update KB5018483. The update improves search and adds Task Manager to the Taskbar menu. These non-security includes fixes and improvements that will release during the next Patch Tuesday. The update KB5018483 is now available as an optional update in the stable channel for Windows 11 . Since this non-security update is part of the next cumulative update rollout, it only includes bug fixes, improvements, and new features....

Windows 11 build 22000.527 becomes available for all devices. The update described as KB5010414 brings new features and improvements. This is the same update as build 22000.526, but with some additional changes. Microsoft is now making available build 22000.527 as the update KB5010414 for Windows 11. The preview of the update contains the same changes as the build 22000.526 that the company tested in the Beta and Release Preview Channels, plus some additional improvements....

Windows 11 build 22579 is now available in the Dev Channel. Build 22579 adds an option to rename folders in the Start menu. You can now exclude USB removable drives from BitLocker encryption. Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 22579 for devices enrolled in the Dev Channel of the Windows Insider Program. This small update introduces new features and changes and delivers a slew of fixes. According to the changelogs , build 22579 for Windows 11 introduces a new policy to exclude USB removable drives from BitLocker encryption....

Windows 11 22H2 could reach RTM by May 20, 2022. Previews will continue but only to fix bugs and other problems. The final release of version 22H2 isn’t expected until the second half of the year. Microsoft may plan to sign off the final release of Windows 11 22H2 (Sun Valley 2) as soon as May 20, 2022. According to rumors , build 22621 is expected to become the final version for the next feature update of Windows 11 ....

Microsoft is rolling out a preview update for Windows 11 (build 22621.1485). The update is available in the Release Preview Channel as KB5023778. The preview brings updated profile menu changes, a Bing Chat AI button in Search, and Endpoint improvements. In addition, the update pushes new non-security fixes and enhancements. The update was previously available as build 22621.1483 through the Release Preview Channel. As part of version 22H2 development, Windows 11 build 22621....

Windows 11 22H2 receives build 22621.1250 and 22623.1250 (KB5023008) in the Beta Channel. This update rolls out a new setting to customize the Taskbar Search box. Also, it includes various fixes and improvements for the operating system. Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 22623.1250 (KB5023008) with new features enabled by default and the preview build 22621.1250 (KB5023008) with features turned off by default for devices enrolled in the Beta Channel ....

Windows 11 22H2 receives builds 22621.875 and 22623.875 (KB5018486) in the Beta Channel. The update brings fixes and improvements for both flights. This release doesn’t introduce any new features. Microsoft begins the rollout of build 22623.875 (KB5018486) with new features enabled by default and then build 22621.875 (KB5018486) with features turned off by default for Windows 11 devices in the Beta Channel. In this release , builds 22623.875 and 22621....

Windows 11 22H2 receives builds 22621.1610 and 22624.1610 (KB5025299) in the Beta Channel. This update rolls out with various changes and improvements for the Settings app. It also includes various fixes and changes for the operating system. Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 build 22624.1610 (KB5025299) with new features enabled by default and the preview build 22621.1610 (KB5025299) with features turned off by default for computers enrolled in the Beta Channel ....

The update KB5035942 shows weather and other content on the Lock screen. This release shows NPUs in the Task Manager’s Performance tab (if applicable). Microsoft is also rolling out various changes and fixes for Windows 11. This update was previously available as build 22631.3371 through the Release Preview Channel. UPDATED 3/27/2024: Microsoft is making available the Windows 11 builds 22621.3374 and 22631.3374 as the update KB5035942 for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2 in the Stable Channel as an optional non-security install with visual changes to the Lock screen and several improvements and fixes....

Windows 11 23H2 receives builds 22635.2419 (KB5031463) in the Beta Channel. This update re-introduces the Windows Ink experience and brings the Copilot icon to the Taskbar. The update also brings several fixes and improvements. Windows 11 build 22635.2419 (KB5029339) is rolling out in the Beta Channel of the Windows Insider Program with new features and improvements. According to the company , this update is available as an enablement package and will no longer split the channel into two different branches....

Windows 11 build 25276 releases in the Dev Channel. The update introduces changes for the Task Manager app to create kernel live dumps. The Accounts settings will now show OneDrive cloud storage details. In this update, the company is also updating the visual for the known compatibility issue dialog. And the Get Help app will now be the application to troubleshoot and fix network problems. Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 25276 for devices enrolled in the Dev Channel of the Windows Insider Program ....

Microsoft is rolling out a new preview of Windows 11 (build 25905) in the Canary Channel. This flight introduces Rust in the kernel, removes ARM32 support, and adds a new authentication policy. The update also ships with various changes and improvements. Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 build 25905 for computers enrolled in the Canary Channel of the Windows Insider Program, and it includes some new changes and improvements....

Windows 11 Pro will now ask you for a Microsoft Account to set up a computer. This means that you won’t be able to complete the OOBE with a local account. The change will affect new devices and clean installations of Windows 11. It’s not clear when the company will roll out this requirement. A Microsoft Account will be required to set up Windows 11 Pro. Until now, only the Home edition of Windows 11 required a Microsoft Account during the out-of-box experience (OOBE) to create an account on the computer....

Microsoft is building a new OneDrive app for Windows 11. An early preview has leaked onto the web. The app introduces a new experience that matches the design language of Windows 11. Microsoft plans to release a redesigned version of the OneDrive sync client for Windows 11 . A preview of the app has made its way onto the internet, giving us an early look at the experience. The new OneDrive app has four sections, including the main “Sync and back up” page, where you will find the backup, screenshots, and photos settings....