22 Nov, 2024

Microsoft shares more details on Windows 11 admin protection

Microsoft has shared more details about the new Windows 11 administrator protection security feature, which is available in preview and uses Windows Hello authentication prompts to block access to critical system resources. First introduced last month in a preview build for Windows 11 Insiders in the Canary Channel, admin protection is designed to “protect free floating admin […]

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Microsoft investigates OneDrive issue causing macOS app freezes

​Microsoft is investigating a newly acknowledged issue causing macOS applications to hang when opening or saving files in OneDrive. As the company explained, this known issue impacts only systems running macOS Sequoia, Apple’s latest operating system release. “Opening or saving files within Desktop or Documents folders can cause the file’s app to freeze. This occurs […]

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Microsoft fixes Remote Desktop issues caused by Windows Server update

​Microsoft says this month’s Patch Tuesday cumulative updates fix a known issue that causes Windows servers to disrupt Remote Desktop connections in enterprise networks after installing the July Windows Server security updates. Redmond first confirmed this known issue following many reports from Windows admins that the RD Gateway service kept crashing every 30 minutes after installing the July updates. Admins can track […]

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Microsoft removes FAT32 partition size limit in Windows 11

Microsoft removed today an arbitrary 32GB size limit for FAT32 partitions in the latest Windows 11 Canary build, now allowing for a maximum size of 2TB. “When formatting disks from the command line using the format command, we’ve increased the FAT32 size limit from 32GB to 2TB,” the Windows Insider team said today. Previously, despite this artificial […]

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Microsoft is killing the Windows Paint 3D app after 8 years

Microsoft announced that the Paint 3D graphics app will be discontinued later this year and removed from the Microsoft Store in November. The 3D graphics program was first unveiled as a replacement for the Paint application eight years ago, in November 2016, with the release of Windows 10 Insider Build 14971. The company advises users to switch to […]

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Top 10 Android Apps Not Available On Play Store

It’s no secret that the Google Play Store is the go-to place for Android users to install apps or games. While over 3.5 million apps are on the platform, some of the most amazing open-source apps aren’t available. Here are ten apps you should install right away! App Name Unique Feature Round Sync Merges multiple cloud storage […]

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Windows 11 KB5044284 and KB5044285 cumulative updates released

Microsoft has released the KB5044284 and KB5044285 Windows 11 cumulative updates for versions 24H2 and 22H2/23H2 to fix security vulnerabilities and resolve 27 bugs and performance issues. Both are mandatory cumulative updates containing the October 2024 Patch Tuesday security updates for vulnerabilities discovered in previous months. Windows 11 users can install them by going to Start > Settings > Windows […]

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Ultimate Guide to Windows Parental Controls: Safeguard Your Kids Online

Today, parents need to monitor their children’s computer activities. Windows 11 includes built-in tools to help with this. These parental controls can limit screen time, block specific websites, and manage app usage. The Family Safety features in Windows 11 make it simple to oversee your child’s online activity and keep them safe. Parents can establish […]

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Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl – Everything We Know So Far

It feels surreal to finally say this, but Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is finally about to launch. While Stalker fans have been itching to get back into The Zone since 2009’s Call Of Pripyat concluded the series’ original trilogy, Stalker 2 has been repeatedly pushed back due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. All of […]

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Windows 11 Vs Windows 10: Complete Guide to Differences, Performance, and Features

Windows 11 and Windows 10 offer distinct experiences for users. The latest version, Windows 11, brings a fresh look and new features to the table. It sports a centered taskbar and redesigned Start menu, giving the interface a modern feel. Windows 11 focuses on enhancing productivity and gaming performance, but it comes with stricter hardware requirements […]

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