Microsoft will introduce a new calendar picker in Windows 11 to pause updates, allowing users to select a specific date to delay automatic updates (including both quality and feature updates). Over the years, the company has introduced several changes to reduce unexpected restarts and improve update management. This move also reflects its ongoing efforts to […]

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Microsoft is making a significant change to how Windows handles kernel drivers, and if you’re running Windows 11 or Windows Server 2025, this one affects you directly. Windows 11 will no longer trust old drivers by default under new Kernel Trust Policy. Starting with the April 2026 Windows Update, Microsoft will stop trusting kernel drivers […]

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Microsoft recently announced that it will disable NTLM by default in upcoming Windows releases. New Technology LAN Manager (NTLM) is a legacy authentication protocol that uses a challenge-response mechanism to grant access to network resources. Today, Windows uses NTLM when Kerberos authentication fails. In this article, we will discuss why Microsoft has decided to disable […]

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Microsoft has issued an advisory alerting Windows users and IT admins that older Secure Boot certificates introduced in 2011 will begin to expire in June 2026. These Secure Boot certificates maintain a trust chain that verifies a device’s firmware and boot process. As a result, the expiration of older certificates can lead to issues such […]

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Microsoft has recently announced that File Explorer will now automatically disable the Preview feature for all files downloaded from the internet. This change will apply to the computer systems that have installed Windows security updates released this month. This will enhance the security of users’ computers. File Explorer will now automatically disable the Preview feature […]

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Microsoft announced a major update to all Windows 11 PCs, transforming them into AI-powered assistants. Copilot will be the center of this transformation and deeply integrated into the Windows 11 operating system. This move by Microsoft will show a significant shift in users’ behavior when interacting with their Windows 11 PCs. Microsoft is transforming every […]

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The annual feature update for Windows 11, version 25H2, is now available to all users. This is the major update of 2025, which focuses on delivering a more robust user experience. The update includes performance enhancements, new features, and improved security. Windows 11 25H2 is now available to all users Windows 11, version 25H2, is […]

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Microsoft has announced that the Secure Boot certificates will expire in June 2026. This update will affect many users and organizations, as their computer systems will become vulnerable to boot attacks. Such devices will need new certificates to maintain continuity and protection. These Secure Boot certificates maintain a trust chain that verifies a device’s firmware […]

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Microsoft has released a new command-line text editor for Windows 11, named Edit. It is open source. You can easily install it on your system through the Command Prompt. This CLI editor is currently available to preview in the Windows Insider Program. After that, Microsoft will ship it to the Windows 11 stable build. Microsoft […]

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Microsoft will officially retire Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. After that, no upgrade will be rolled out, leaving your PC insecure. However, Microsoft offers a Free Upgrade to Windows 11 for a limited time. In the official post, Microsoft has shared what happens if you don’t upgrade or need to extend support, but there […]

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In Microsoft Ignite 2024, the company announced many updates regarding new features and products focused on improving productivity. Microsoft Ignite is an annual conference for developers, IT professionals, and partners at which Microsoft announces updates about the latest advancements in its products. This article covers the latest technology advancements and product updates that Microsoft announced […]

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Microsoft Threat Intelligence has noticed that threat actors like Storm-0569, Storn-1113, Sangria Tempest, and Storm-1674 use the ms-appinstaller URI scheme (App Installer) to distribute malware. Microsoft has decided to disable the ms-appinstaller protocol handler by default to protect customers from malware and associated threats. Microsoft disables ms-appinstaller protocol handler Microsoft’s ms-appinstaller protocol handler is a […]

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