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Microsoft: Windows 11 22H2 Home and Pro reached end of servicing
Microsoft reminded customers today that multiple editions of Windows 11 22H2 and 21H2 have reached their end of servicing. This announcement applies to Windows 11 22H2 Home, Pro, Pro Education, Pro for Workstations, and SE editions released on September 20, 2022. One year after the Home and Pro editions, Windows 11 21H2 Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions […]
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 […]
Windows 10 KB5044273 update released with 9 fixes, security updates
Microsoft has released the KB5044273 cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 10 21H2, which includes nine changes and fixes, including a new Windows Update opt-in notification shown when you log in to the operating system. The Windows 10 KB5044273 update is mandatory as it contains Microsoft’s October 2024 Patch Tuesday security updates. Windows users […]
Microsoft Office 2024 now available for Windows and macOS users
Microsoft has released Office 2024 for small businesses and consumers who want a standalone version without a Microsoft 365 subscription. Office 2024 includes updated, locked-in-time versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook for Windows and macOS systems. It also requires a Microsoft account and an internet connection (likely needed during the installation and for […]
Microsoft blocks Windows 11 24H2 on some Intel PCs over BSOD issues
Microsoft is blocking Windows 11 24H2 upgrades on systems with incompatible Intel Smart Sound Technology (SST) audio drivers due to blue screen of death (BSOD) issues. Intel SST is an integrated audio DSP (Digital Signal Processor) that handles audio, voice, and speech interactions on devices with Intel Core and Intel Atom processors. The company said in a new […]
Microsoft warns of Windows 11 24H2 gaming performance issues
Microsoft has blocked Windows 11 24H2 upgrades on some systems because of known issues causing Asphalt 8 game crashes and Easy Anti-Cheat blue screens. While playing Asphalt 8, the game may freeze with an error when using or exiting it, requiring a game restart to recover. “After installing Windows 11, version 24H2, you might face issues with […]
Windows 11 24H2 now rolling out, here are the new features
Today, Microsoft announced the release of Windows 11, version 24H2, the next feature update for its operating system (also known as the Windows 11 2024 Update). Windows 11 24H2 started rolling out in May to enterprise customers enrolled in the Release Preview Channel of the Windows Insider Program for Business. It has also been available on Copilot+ […]
How To Reset Your Graphics Driver on Windows
Graphics drivers are crucial for ensuring smooth computer performance. However, they can sometimes cause issues such as screen flickering or black screens. Resetting your graphics driver on Windows can often resolve these problems without needing to restart the entire system. The quickest way to reset your graphics driver is by using a keyboard shortcut, pressing the Windows key […]
Windows 11 KB5043145 update is causing crashes with a blue or green screen
Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 11 KB5043145 update is causing PCs to crash. The issue seems quite similar to a problem that affected users who had installed the July 2024 Security Updates. For those unaware, Microsoft released the KB5043145 update last week, as an optional update. Well, it’s technically a preview update. Anyway, it shipped with a bunch […]
Windows 11 KB5043145 update released with 13 changes and fixes
Microsoft has released the September 2024 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, with 13 improvements and fixes for multiple issues, including Edge and task manager freezes. KB5043145 is a monthly optional update designed to help Windows admins test bug fixes, new features, and improvements that will be rolled out to all customers with […]