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Today we’re talking about another annoying problem related to the Windows 10 Threshold 2 update, which is apparently affecting BootCamp users. Here’s what one affected user has been saying: Most likely, the reason for this could be the fact that Apple didn’t yet fully updated its drivers to incorporate with the Windows 10 new build. Somebody else is saying he has been experiencing similar problems on an iMac: Another MacBook Pro owner said he made a dualboot with windows and upgraded his Windows 10 to the latest release (TH2/10586....

This can also happen due to third-party internet security software. Here are a couple of troubleshooting tips that can help you to fix Windows 10 firewall blocking Visual Studio error. How do I stop Firewall from blocking Visual Studio? 1. Add Visual Studio to Firewall Exception List Learn how to allow programs to freely communicate through Windows Firewall with these steps. 2. Check third-party Firewall 3. Disable Firewall Also, disable the third-party Firewall temporarily to check if that is causing the error....

One user claims that the update finally showed up on the Surface Laptop, which we already know was on the block list, among other devices. On the other hand, one other user who says runs Intel SSD, P600 256 GB claims that there are no issues with Windows 10, version 1803. KB4103721 triggered the problem Looking for the best tool to fix Windows Update issues? Here are our top picks....

It was initially released on the Fast Ring 5 days ago, and now it has been announced that it’s been made available to Windows Insiders in the Slow ring. Naturally, this means that Microsoft has ironed out a few bugs and glitches, so it should be now more stable. When asked about ISOs, Aul said the following: Not yet, will be a couple more days for ISO Of course, he didn’t exactly reveal a precise date as to when that’s going to happen, but my best is that it is going to be either before the release of Windows 10 Mobile or right around that moment....

Nonetheless, a few Insiders noticed how some of the classic Windows applications were rendered on high DPI screens. Microsoft’s updated blog post now confirm support for high DPI screens. High DPI support for classic apps on Surface devices The changes in DPI scaling are now noticeable on the Surface Book or the latest Surface Pro models for users that run the latest preview builds. If you want to experience the high DPI support for classic Windows apps, you can join the Windows Insider program....

Microsoft already listed some of the known issues in its build announcing blog post. But that’s not all. I recently wandered Microsoft forums, and found some additional issues that users reported. So, if you’re interested in which problems build 17040 may cause you, keep reading this article. Windows 10 17040 issues Installation fails We’ll follow our old tradition here at Windows Report, and start off with installation issues. Just like countless builds before, Windows 10 Preview build 17040 also fails to install for some users....

Microsoft Edge gets a new Media autoplay option Firstly, build 17704 highlights that Microsoft will add a little more to Edge with the next update. The April 2018 Update added a few new options to Edge, and Microsoft’s flagship browser includes a new Media autoplay option in the 17704 build preview. That setting enables users to configure video playback on webpages. Microsoft has also modified Edge’s UI design for 17704. In build 17704, Edge now includes a revamped settings menu....

It seems like Microsoft is all set to officially launch the operating system to the general public next month. The update is named as ‘April 2019 Update’. This update comes with the two fixes as it fixed the bugs with the VM installation and Unexpected BitLocker prompts. Windows 10 19H1 build 18361 improvements and fixes Windows 10 19H1 build 18361 has been released to fix two major issues introduced in the previous versions....

The big M released a new Snip & Sketch app version in this build release. Microsoft plans to launch 20H1 to the general public in the first half of 2020. The update is available to the Insiders via the Windows Update section. At the same time, this build comes with a few known issues. Notably, the update comes with a few bugs including Hyper-V installation problems (install requires more time), sometimes VMware prevents installation, and more....

Drivers pertaining to various parts of the system can apparently be the victim of the new Creators Update, which many had anticipated would be a triumph for Microsoft. Unfortunately, the follow up to the Anniversary Edition has a lot of problems which have been addressed yet. The Creators Update randomly deletes drivers and apps Here is what_j03_ had to say in regards to this particular driver and app uninstall problem, which could become a critical issue if not fixed: User ConsuelaSaysNoNo chimed in to contribute with their own experience: The update also reseted all my gpu driver settings....

Keynote speakers at the conference showcased various new features and options that involve 3D, including Paint 3D, 3D in Microsoft Office, 3D in Microsoft Edge, Remix 3D and others. To allow users to work on their own 3D objects, the Creators Update will also bring the 3D scanner support to Windows 10. This comes as no surprise as it wouldn’t make so much sense to introduce all these new 3D features and options without the ability for users to implement their own 3D captures....

The plethora of changes are hitting us like a whirlwind and the company is still testing new features to add in existing builds. The newly designed themes are to bring fresh and striking visual styles to the Windows Store, that Microsoft is also considering to put up for purchase. Feels like a disappointment, as users were expecting some refreshing additions to the OS as a gift, but a screenshot that recently appeared on the internet shows that some themes are indeed available with a more than reasonable fee....

Windows 10 KB3200970 fixes a series of annoying VPN and Wi-Fi issues, and also improves overall system security. Cumulative update KB3200970 fixes and improvements: Improved the reliability of multimedia audio, Remote Desktop, and Internet Explorer 11. Addressed issue that prevents users from connecting to a virtual private network (VPN). Addressed issue with a scheduled task that doesn’t run in Task Scheduler after reenabling. Addressed issue to update the Access Point Name (APN) database....

KB4022723 is actually a huge update, bringing a total number of 20 bug fixes. Here are the most important ones: Microsoft addressed the issue where Internet Explorer printed blank pages. PCs should no longer crash after users insert a USB device into the USB port. Microsoft fixed the issue where a computer stopped working when using a phone as a modem. Windows 10 KB4022723 For more information about the bug fixes brought by KB4022723, check out the patch notes below: For the time being, users haven’t reported any issues after installing KB4022723....

The new ARM 64-bit SDK will reportedly support desktop .exe for instance. Users believe that this should have been present from the beginning, but it’s unlikely to make a difference because, due to lack of incentives, Windows software developers won’t bother compiling for ARM x64. Users think that the solution would have been to announce a desktop version with a universal .exe that would support 64-bit ARM/c68 so that you would only have to download one ....

More specifically, users reported that the OS opens a new tab on Opera aimed at advertising Edge. Using the browser of choice of many Windows 10 users simply to promote Edge is indeed a bit strange. This unexpected Edge ad made many users angry. They asked Microsoft to stop telling them what browser to use. By the way, in case you are annoyed by this, use this guide to disable the ads....

Sign in with the Surface Pen Windows Hello is advanced authentication tech Microsoft employs that takes advantage of biometric systems to protect Windows 10 devices while allowing users to log in as seamlessly as possible. Apparently, Microsoft isn’t done: Another safe way to log in would be to allow users to sign into their devices with a signature, according to a recent patent. It’s pretty obvious that it all comes down to the Surface Pen, which is continuously being upgraded with every new Surface generation....

Here are the official patch notes: Provides support to control use of Indirect Branch Prediction Barrier (IBPB) on some AMD processors (CPUs) for mitigating CVE-2017-5715, Spectre Variant 2 when switching from user context to kernel context. (See AMD Architecture Guidelines for Indirect Branch Control and AMD Security Updates for more details). For Windows client (IT pro) guidance, follow the instructions in KB4073119. For Windows Server guidance, follow the instructions in KB4072698....

Windows 7 was officially launched in 2009. Most of the users (both individual and enterprise) are still using the ageing Windows 7 operating system even after a decade. Some are obsessed with the narrow Start Menu, colourful and glassy Aero theme, and the iconic startup sound. While others are just in love with the minimalistic Windows 7 UI that they even don’t want to mess up with a new version of Windows....

Read Also: Windows 8 World of Tanks: All You Need to Know Windows 8 flight simulator game to learn to land The description of the game says that it is aimed for “mobile phones”, which probably means that the game was previously available for Windows Phone users, as well, and now was ported to Windows 8 and made available for tablet users, also. Just like the name suggests, all you will do inside the game will be to “land” your carrier on a flight deck that is only 150 meters long....