Windows 11

Microsoft has announced new security features coming to Windows 11 Enterprise at Ignite 2024. The company has also introduced the Windows Resiliency Initiative to make Windows more robust and secure for enterprise customers. Windows 11 Enterprise gets hotpatching support and PDE Microsoft has announced Hotpatch support for Windows 11 Enterprise 24H2 and Windows 365. This…

Microsoft has announced plans to use AI models to enhance Windows search on its new Copilot+ PCs. These search improvements are coming to File Explorer, Windows Search, and Settings. The improved Windows Search experience is designed to make it easier for users to find files, including documents and photos. This feature will eliminate the need…

In this episode of First Ring Daily, Brad Sams and Paul Thurrott discuss Microsoft finally releasing a Windows 11 ISO for ARM-based PCs and the various caveats that come with it.

Microsoft released yesterday the November 2024 Patch Tuesday updates for all supported versions of Windows 11 and Windows 10. This month, the company has fixed a total of 89 Windows vulnerabilities, with eight of them more likely to be exploited by attackers. 89 vulnerabilities fixed in the November 2024 Patch Tuesday updates Among the 89…

Microsoft has once again pushed back the release of its controversial Recall feature for Copilot+ PCs. The company has confirmed that Recall will be available for Windows Insiders in December. In May, Microsoft announced the AI-powered Recall feature as an upcoming feature exclusively for the first wave of Copilot+ PCs. It’s designed to periodically capture…

This article delves into the Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) and its implementation in Microsoft Windows. We’ll explore what it is, the fundamental concepts, functionality, advancements in Windows 11, and essential troubleshooting techniques. It aims to offer you a comprehensive understanding of IPP. Introduction to Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) Microsoft announced support for the Internet Printing…

Microsoft has rolled out the optional preview cumulative update for Windows 11 version 24H2. The KB5044384 patch brings a couple of new features, improvements, and bug fixes for the latest version of Windows 11. The KB5044384 preview update enables users to customize the Copilot key on their keyboard, allowing it to open a different app…

Microsoft has introduced significant enhancements in Windows 11 version 24H2, drastically speeding up the Windows Update process. This major update is designed to reduce installation and restart times, while also lowering CPU usage during monthly updates. In a recent blog post, Microsoft has outlined several improvements to how Windows manages cumulative updates. One key change…

Microsoft has acknowledged a new issue leading to the Blue Screen of Death on certain Asus devices. The company has placed a safeguard hold that prevents the installation of Windows 11 version 24H2 on the affected computers. On the Windows Health Dashboard, Microsoft explained that users attempting to install the Windows 11 version 24H2 update…

Microsoft is currently investigating reports that specific SSD models are triggering Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) crashes on PCs running Windows 11 version 24H2. Western Digital and SanDisk have released new firmware updates to resolve this issue and ensure that affected users can prevent further system failures. According to the reports on the Western Digital…

In this episode of First Ring Daily, Brad Sams and Paul Thurrott discuss the various driver issues that continue to plague Windows on ARM devices.

Microsoft has announced that it’s expanding support for passkeys in Windows 11. The company has updated the Windows 11 API to support third-party passkey authentication services, including 1Password and Bitwarden. Passkeys are a modern authentication method designed to replace traditional passwords with a more secure alternative. They use cryptographic keys stored securely on a user’s…