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Microsoft coughs up yet more Windows 11 24H2 headaches

Microsoft has identified new issues with audio and gaming in Windows 11 24H2, placing safeguards until resolution.
Dirac Audio integration issues are causing speakers to stop functioning in upgraded devices, pending driver updates.
Auto HDR for gaming in Win 11 24H2 leads to gameplay issues, prompting similar safeguard holds.

If your Windows 10 PC can't be upgraded, you have 5 options before time runs out

Windows 10 will officially reach end-of-support on October 14, 2025, with no expected extensions from Microsoft.

How to upgrade an 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11: Two ways

Microsoft is making it harder to upgrade to Windows 11, especially for older PCs.

Windows restart issues fixed with Patch Tuesday update

Microsoft resolved issues with Windows 11 Patch Tuesday preview, ensuring stability and security for users after prior glitches with updates.

Microsoft coughs up yet more Windows 11 24H2 headaches

Microsoft has identified new issues with audio and gaming in Windows 11 24H2, placing safeguards until resolution.
Dirac Audio integration issues are causing speakers to stop functioning in upgraded devices, pending driver updates.
Auto HDR for gaming in Win 11 24H2 leads to gameplay issues, prompting similar safeguard holds.

If your Windows 10 PC can't be upgraded, you have 5 options before time runs out

Windows 10 will officially reach end-of-support on October 14, 2025, with no expected extensions from Microsoft.

How to upgrade an 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11: Two ways

Microsoft is making it harder to upgrade to Windows 11, especially for older PCs.

Windows restart issues fixed with Patch Tuesday update

Microsoft resolved issues with Windows 11 Patch Tuesday preview, ensuring stability and security for users after prior glitches with updates.
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For December's Patch Tuesday, 74 updates and a zero-day fix for Windows

OpenSSH service on Windows is failing to start, requiring manual intervention.
Windows Server 2008 faces update issues; Microsoft will fix soon.
Multiple critical patches released, including revisions for ongoing vulnerabilities.
#cybersecurity

CrowdStrike Falcon flaw sends Windows computers into chaos worldwide

A faulty driver in CrowdStrike's Falcon security software caused widespread issues for millions of Windows systems worldwide.

Zero Day Initiative - The December 2024 Security Update Review

Adobe's December security updates address 167 vulnerabilities across various products, focusing on cross-site scripting and code execution vulnerabilities.
Microsoft and Adobe's final patches for 2024 emphasize the importance of consistent security practices during the holiday season.

CrowdStrike Falcon flaw sends Windows computers into chaos worldwide

A faulty driver in CrowdStrike's Falcon security software caused widespread issues for millions of Windows systems worldwide.

Zero Day Initiative - The December 2024 Security Update Review

Adobe's December security updates address 167 vulnerabilities across various products, focusing on cross-site scripting and code execution vulnerabilities.
Microsoft and Adobe's final patches for 2024 emphasize the importance of consistent security practices during the holiday season.
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#privacy-concerns

Microsoft's Recall resurfaces in limited preview

Microsoft's Windows Recall system, aimed at enhancing productivity, faces significant privacy and security concerns leading to a limited public preview release.

Microsoft says patch installation stops Recall snapshots

Windows Insiders faced issues saving snapshots with Recall due to a non-security preview update, advising caution until resolved in future updates.

Microsoft's Recall resurfaces in limited preview

Microsoft's Windows Recall system, aimed at enhancing productivity, faces significant privacy and security concerns leading to a limited public preview release.

Microsoft says patch installation stops Recall snapshots

Windows Insiders faced issues saving snapshots with Recall due to a non-security preview update, advising caution until resolved in future updates.
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Xbox and Game Pass Apps Are Combining Into a Single App on iOS, Android

Microsoft is merging Xbox Game Pass features into a single Xbox app for mobile users this week.
New functionalities include browsing Game Pass catalogs, managing memberships, and claiming perks.

SharePoint Framework 1.20 Improves Viva Connections Components

SharePoint Framework 1.20 enhances Viva Connections cards with new visualizations and flexible Quick Views, streamlining developer customization.

I bought the cheapest Surface Pro 11 laptop: 3 takeaways as a Windows expert

Performance and heat management are impressive on the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X based Windows PCs.
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