This month’s Patch Tuesday update is causing problems. Here’s what to do if you’re affected. Last week, Microsoft released the KB5043076 update for Windows 11 on Patch Tuesday (the second Tuesday of every month). This update is a mandatory security update that’s being delivered to all users. Overall, it’s a beneficial updateContinue Reading
Earlier today, Microsoft released Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 10 (KB5041580 / KB5041578 / KB5041773 / KB5041782), and Windows 11 versions 23H2, 22H2, 21H2 (KB5041585 / KB5041592), as well as for 24H2 (KB5041571). Alongside these, the tech giant also quietly (and finally) retired KB5034441 and KB5034440 WinRE updates which wouldContinue Reading
Windows 11’s Start menu isn’t the best, and it has its fair share of detractors. It’s at the point where there are plenty of third-party Start menu replacement apps that add the features that Microsoft never got around to making. Fortunately, it seems that Microsoft isn’t done with the Windows 11 StartContinue Reading
This month’s update for Windows 11 is pretty impressive. There are the typical bug fixes that you would expect, but there are also lots of additions and improvements to the operating system. Like Windows 10, Windows 11 Copilot now offers a more app-like experience, and there is the very welcome returnContinue Reading
All Windows PCs use Microsoft’s antivirus by default. Image: IDG / Chris Hoffman Windows Defender is a capable antivirus solution built into Windows itself. Unless you’ve installed a different antivirus program on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC, your PC is using it right now. The good news is that Microsoft’s Defender antivirusContinue Reading
A new web page was launched to remind users about Windows 10’s imminent end-of-support. What you need to know Microsoft’s Windows 10 operating system continues to dominate the market share, despite being on the brink of reaching its end-of-support date slated for October 14, 2025. The tech giant recommends upgrading to its newerContinue Reading
The latest Windows 11 update fixes a bug that could prevent your PC from connecting to a VPN. What you need to know Windows updates normally improve the performance of your PC, but occasionally they come with bugs that make parts of your PC worse. That was the case withContinue Reading
Have you accidentally deleted a file from your PC? Here’s how you can recover files you’ve deleted on Windows 11 and 10. Have you ever deleted a file you didn’t think you’d need, only to find yourself looking for it weeks later? You’re not alone, and it’s no fun realizingContinue Reading
Be on the lookout for Phemedrone Stealer hitting Windows devices Windows PCs are being targeted with a new threat that is capable of working around its Defender antivirus solution, experts have warned. Named Phemedrone Stealer, the malware steals sensitive data from the compromised device, such as passwords and authentication cookies, and leaksContinue Reading
Microsoft Windows has released its January 2024 security updates. It is the first Patch Day of the year for Microsoft. The company has addressed a total of 48 unique vulnerabilities in Microsoft products and 5 unique vulnerabilities in non-Microsoft products. The updates provide system administrators and home users with actionableContinue Reading