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Microsoft Confirms Windows 10 Optional Update Causes Sysprep Validation Errors

Microsoft has acknowledged a new issue in Windows 10 version 22H2, affecting users who installed the optional patch (KB5032278) released in November 2023. The company detailed on the Windows release health dashboard that the bug could trigger 0x80073cf2 errors when using the System Preparation (Sysprep) tool. The System Preparation tool (or sysprep.exe) is a utility…

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Microsoft’s New Dev Home App Now Available on Windows 10 PCs

Microsoft has recently rolled out an update for its Dev Home app that launched in preview on Windows 11 last year. This updated version now extends its support to Windows 10 PCs and can be easily downloaded from the Microsoft Store. Microsoft introduced its Dev Home app to help developers manage their projects and track…

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First Ring Daily: Windows or AI – Who Wins?

In this episode of First Ring Daily, Brad Sams and Paul Thurrott discuss the future of Windows 10 and what really matters for Microsoft: Will the company want to push Windows users to Windows 12, or is it more important for Microsoft to get them on board with AI?

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Microsoft’s January 2024 Patch Tuesday Updates Fix 49 Windows Vulnerabilities

Microsoft has released yesterday the January 2024 Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10 devices. This month’s Patch Tuesday includes fixes for 49 security vulnerabilities in Windows, Microsoft Office, Azure, SQL Server, and more. Microsoft also announced the end of mainstream support for Exchange Server 2019 on January 9. However, it will continue…

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Microsoft Disables MSIX Protocol Handler Amid Rising Malware Threats

Last Update: Jan 03, 2024

Microsoft has disabled the MSIX ms-appinstaller protocol handler by default due to active exploitation by financially motivated threat groups. The Windows feature, intended for installing applications directly from web servers, now acts as a pathway for deploying malware on Windows systems. The ms-appinstaller protocol is a Windows feature that allows users to install applications directly…

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Microsoft Details Windows Single Sign-on Changes to Comply with EU’s Digital Markets Act

Microsoft is planning to add a new single sign-on (SSO) option to Windows 10 and Windows 11 in January 2024. This update aims to make the operating system compliant with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). Single sign-on (SSO) is an authentication service that allows Windows users to access multiple apps or services with…

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Microsoft Releases New Printer Metadata Troubleshooter Tool to Fix Printer Renaming Issues

Microsoft recently acknowledged an issue where the HP Smart App was being installed, and printers were getting renamed on Windows 11 and Windows 10 PCs. Now, the company has released the Microsoft Printer Metadata Troubleshooter Tool, providing an easy solution for affected users to fix the printer bug on their Windows devices. Last month, many…

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Microsoft Releases December 2023 Patch Tuesday Updates for Windows 11 and 10

Microsoft released its monthly Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10 yesterday. The company rolled out 33 new patches to fix several vulnerabilities in Windows, Microsoft Office, Windows Defender, and other components. The December Patch Tuesday release is usually small, and this month follows suit with fewer security patches compared to recent months….

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Microsoft to Fix Windows Bug that Renames Printers to HP LaserJet

Microsoft has acknowledged a new issue plaguing Windows PCs, where the HP Smart App is being automatically installed without user consent. Simultaneously, a separate bug that renames all the installed printers as HP LaserJet M101-M106 has emerged. Microsoft detailed on the Windows release health dashboard that the problem is caused by a bug that incorrectly…

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Microsoft Announces Paid Extended Security Updates for Windows 10: What You Need to Know

Microsoft announced today that it will offer Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESUs) to both consumers and organizations. The company plans to end support for Windows 10 in October 2025 and will no longer release security updates and bug fixes beyond that date. Microsoft is reminding customers that Windows 10 version 22H2 will receive monthly…

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