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fromTechRepublic
4 days ago

Microsoft Confirms Windows Update Bug Blocking Security Fixes

This issue occurs on devices that have limited free space on the EFI System Partition (ESP), especially if it has 10 MB or less available.
Software development
fromtheregister
1 week ago

Windows update prompt joins the Post Office queue

“Let's cross this one off your list” are words to strike fear into the hearts of many a Windows user, particularly when they appear on some Post Office digital signage. Spotted by an eagle-eyed Register reader in East Dulwich, London, the screen is one of two public displays designed to entertain and inform customers waiting to be ignored by a member of staff.
UK news
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fromTechzine Global
10 months ago
Privacy technologies

Microsoft set to withdraw direct kernel access from security software

Microsoft is limiting security software's kernel access to enhance OS security after a significant incident last year.
fromComputerworld
11 months ago
DevOps

Coming soon to enterprises: One Windows Update to rule them all

Microsoft aims to unify update management for Windows and apps, simplifying processes and reducing costs for system administrators.
Software development
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Microsoft's "commitment to Windows quality" starts with overhaul of beta program

The Release Preview channel will serve as a hidden option for IT shops to test upcoming updates without needing to wipe PCs.
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Copilot swallows your browser. You're welcome

Microsoft embeds web browsing into Copilot with links opening in a side panel, allowing users to maintain context without leaving the assistant while raising competition concerns.
Software development
fromTechRepublic
3 months ago

Microsoft's Patch Fixes Are Breaking Windows, Forcing a Second Emergency Update

A January Microsoft update caused critical bugs, and subsequent fixes introduced new failures, forcing two emergency patches and widespread user disruption.
Tech industry
fromComputerworld
3 months ago

Microsoft releases second out-of-band fix for Windows in a week

January Windows updates caused Outlook and other apps to hang or mishandle files stored on cloud services, prompting Microsoft to release emergency out-of-band fixes.
Information security
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Your Windows PC needs this patch to ward off nasty bootkit malware - update now

Install the January Windows update to refresh expiring Secure Boot certificates and maintain protection against bootkit malware.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
5 months ago

Windows patch causes multiple Message Queuing errors

December 2025 Windows security updates changed MSMQ folder permissions, requiring write access and causing MSMQ queues, IIS sites, and applications to fail on affected systems.
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