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More precisely, Windows 10 KB4559309 is automatically made available to a handful of Windows 10 Insiders as we are speaking. This is clearly only the first phase of a gradual rollout. Therefore, only a small group of users are privileged to get the new browser right away. Moreover, no Chromium-based Edge version will ever be automatically made available for those running Windows 10 Education or Enterprise. In such a case, your only chance is to download the browser manually....

If you go to Windows Update and hit the ‘Check for updates’ button, you’ll find the following patches: KB4480116 for Windows 10 version 1809 and Windows Server 2019 KB4480966 for Windows 10 version 1803 KB4480978 for Windows 10 version 1709 KB4480973 for Windows 10 version 1703 KB4480961 for Windows 10 version 1607 and Windows Server 2016 Basically, these five updates pack the same fixes and improvements. Namely, they: Address a security vulnerability in session isolation that affects PowerShell remote endpoints....

Back in the beginning of this month we reported the annoying issues that were brought by the Windows 10 KB3093266 update and now we’re doing the same thing with the KB3097617 update client. This update is part of Microsoft’s cumulative update for Windows 10 and it includes functionality improvements and resolves the vulnerabilities in Windows that are described in the following Microsoft security bulletins and advisory: KB3096447 MS15-111: Security Update for Windows Kernel to address elevation of privilege KB3096443 MS15-109: Security update for Windows Shell to address remote code execution KB3096448 MS15-107: Cumulative security update for Microsoft Edge KB3096441 MS15-106: Cumulative security update for Internet Explorer KB3097966 Microsoft security advisory: Inadvertently Disclosed Digital Certificates Could Allow Spoofing...

In this article, we’re going to list the most frequently encountered KB4022715 issues so that you know what to expect in terms of bugs. Windows 10 KB4022715 reported bugs KB4022715 won’t install Many users can’t install KB4022715 due to various issues: the download won’t start, the update process gets stuck, etc. Some users even receive error 0x80070490 when attempting to install the update. If you can’t install the latest updates on your computer, try running the Update Troubleshooter....

Some of the most severe bugs triggered boot up problems especially on AMD computers. The good news is that Microsoft rolled out Windows 10 KB4073290 to fix this particular issue. As a quick reminder, this patch comes two days after the company released a similar update to Windows 7, 8.1 computers. Windows 10 KB4073290 changelog As we stated at the beginning of this article, this update brings only one fix....

As Microsoft explains, update KB4093112 provides support to control usage of Indirect Branch Prediction Barrier (IBPB) within some AMD processors (CPUs) for mitigating CVE-2017-5715, Spectre Variant 2 when switching from user context to kernel context. So, if you know that your computer is vulnerable to Spectre, then you should install KB4093112 as soon as possible. Speaking of which, if you haven’t tested your computer yet to learn whether your machine is vulnerable to Spectre or not, you can use one of the two tools listed below:...

When Microsoft announced it had begun rolling out the Anniversary Update for Windows phones, users rushed to install and test out the update. Unfortunately, they were in for an unpleasant surprise: the Windows 10 Mobile AU has broken their phones. Many users are complaining they can’t launch any apps because their terminals always bring them back to the start screen. Windows 10 Mobile Anniversary Update breaks many phones Users have also noticed their phones are running on a local account after installing the update, instead of their regular Microsoft accounts....

Those that are fans of Windows 10’s voice assistant Cortana will probably be sad to know this, but it seems that the change is for the better. A new voice assistant will replace Cortana In a job application posted by Microsoft in India spotted by this source, it appears that the software giant is looking for engineers. Apparently, the chosen candidates will work with Microsoft’s accessibility team for a superior voice control experience in India....

The official version of the OS will start rolling out in less than a month, and developers are currently continuing to adjust the preview code for Windows Insiders through development and testing channels. So, if you had dreams of compatibility between the upcoming operating system and the M1 chip, they won’t become reality in the near future. Microsoft’s new OS is incompatible with the M1 processor One of the most popular virtualization tools available now, Parallels Desktop, recently launched version 17, which can be used to run the Windows 11 beta on Apple M1....

Windows 11 users state that their favorite element of the upcoming OS is by far the new fluent aspect. There are, however, certain software choices that can’t adopt this new design style just yet, due to certain incompatibility issues. This doesn’t stop people from wanting this design applied to all their favorite apps, and the ones that know their way around a PC to design concepts that deliver just that....

But don’t go thinking that everything we saw throughout these past months will be there from the start. Some features will be released in the near future, as they weren’t quite ready to make the initial cut. And we know that you are all expecting it, so this can only be good news. Its finally time to welcome Windows 11 Since we first learned about the new operating system, back in June, we all started speculating on what it might look, sound, and feel like....

Notably, the monthly rollup for Windows 7 addressed some issues that were spotted in early 2018. The updates bring additional mitigations against the Meltdown and Spectre ransomware. Furthermore, Microsoft also rolled out typical security updates targeting vulnerabilities in the Graphics Component, Windows kernel, and a few other OS files. Monthly Quality Rollup KB44493472 update includes some basic improvements and bug fixes for Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1....

With CyberLink’s PowerDVD Mobile app from the Windows Store you get to do a lot of things, such as watching movies, viewing photos, and even listening to music in the best quality. The app is also compatible with Windows 8.1, as CyberLink has added support for Microsoft’s latest operating system. The app has so many features, that it’s easier just to enlist them here: Video, photo & music playback and editing Play MPEG and MKV videos Watch videos from Facebook and YouTube Support for all major subtitle formats Playback and control DLNA streaming from servers in your home network Support of multiple audio tracks MKV/MP4 file Create playlists for your videos, photos & music directly on your Windows 8 tablet Edit and add cool effects to your photos and see the dates when they were taken Pin playlist on Windows 8 start interface...

When I first saw a Flow game that a friend of mine was playing, I didn’t really get the point, but now after playing for several hours in a row on my Windows 8 tablet, I realize what the big deal was about. Flow Free for Windows 8 is an addicting game but one that puts your brain to work, just like a chess or a checkers game would do....

Explore Reddit from your Windows 8 tablet The update brings a tweaked night theme for improved reading and users can now re-select the currently viewed link. Besides this, the broken subreddit ‘about’ panel scrolling has been fixed and search to auto-focus the search box has been put in place. Of course, several other minor bugs for improved stability and performance have also been released by the developer. Do you know of any other reliable Reddit Windows 8 app?...

Windows 8.1 Monthly Rollup KB3205401 includes the improvements and fixes brought by KB3197875, released on November 15. The update also incorporates the security fixes brought by the latest Windows 8.1 update, KB3205400. As a quick reminder, to benefit from the latest security improvements, you can either install the security update KB3205400 only, or install the Monthly Rollup KB3205401. There’s only one difference between the two updates: as stated above, KB3205401 also includes the improvements brought by the previous Windows 8....

You can use the Windows 8.1 Flipboard app to connect up to 12 social networks, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Google+. There are 12 localized editions of the Windows 8.1 Flipboard app that include Australia, Canada, UK, US, Japan, Italy, and Germany. As expected, live tile support is also offered to Windows 8.1 users, so by pinning your favorite topics on the Start screen, you won’t even need to launch the Windows 8 Flipboard app....

Last year, version 6.0 introduced ARM64 support. It also came with new features, such as the EyeDropper control. Version 6.1 brings a host of new features and controls as well, including the tokenizing textbox and improvements on notifications helpers. The new Windows Community Toolkit 6.1 The latest additions to the Windows Community Toolkit should make work a little easier for developers creating Windows 10 UWP applications. Microsoft says that the toolkit’s new tokenizing textbox isn’t an autosuggest box, even though it may seem like it....

It seems that after installing the update, many users experienced an issue regarding the Add/Remove Apps option. Apparently, when accessed, the Add/Remove Apps module crashes, leaving users hopeless. This system issue could be caused by corrupted files or reccurring system conflicts. Attempt to fix this issue by following the solutions listed below. How to stop the Add/Remove Apps module from crashing 1. Run the System File Checker The System File Checker detects are restores files that cause apps to crash....

The popular game has now been bumped to version 2.8, introducing a lot of fresh content to the game, like new Soviet tank destroyers, Provisions, and the improved Winter Malinovka map. Here’s the full changelog: Soviet Reinforcements Discover new Soviet tank destroyers: the SU-100М1 (Tier VII), SU-101 (Tier VIII), SU-122-54 (Tier IX), and Object 263 (Tier X) are here, so put them to the test. Equipment Changes Tankers have received new “passive” consumable—Provisions....