Tag: windows

New patch for Windows 11 24H2 reportedly plays havoc with File Explorer, and some folks are claiming it’s broken their PC

Windows 11 patch is causing problems with File Explorer for some This means that some – or most – folders on the desktop are failing to open There are also reports of installation failures and PCs failing to boot Microsoft’s latest update for Windows 11 has thrown some more spanners…

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Windows 11 fully streamlined in just two clicks? Talon utility promises to rip all the bloatware out of Microsoft’s OS in a hassle-free way

Talon is a debloating tool designed for those who aren’t tech-savvy It does everything for you in running a fully automated debloat of Windows Bear in mind that third-party apps are used at your own risk, though the developer of Talon seems commendably transparent Fed up with Windows 11’s bits…

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Are you unable to get security updates for Windows 11 24H2? Here’s the likely reason why, and the fix to get your PC safe and secure again

Windows 11 24H2 has a bug that can break security updates completely This only applies to those who’ve installed using media such as a USB stick It affects certain versions of Windows 11 24H2 from late last year, and the fix is a reinstallation using a newer version This is…

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Windows 11 users with iPhones: if you’re jealous of Android’s Start menu integration, here’s some good news – Apple phones are now getting it

Windows 11 24H2 introduced a Start menu side panel for Android users This same panel is now in testing for iPhone owners A couple of other capabilities are being added, including a button to swiftly and conveniently send files from your PC to your phone Windows 11 users with an…

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It looks like Microsoft is forcing its controversial Windows 11 24H2 update on people and (plot twist!) it might be for the best

Windows 11 24H2 is rolling out automatically to eligible PCs on 22H2 or 23H2 Persistent bugs like Asus compatibility and camera unresponsiveness may delay updates for affected PCs 24H2 brings performance boosts and new features but has had a history of issues for some time If you’re currently using older…

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Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC price cuts didn’t help disappointing sales apparently – but there’s still a glimmer of hope

Analyst firm Context has shared sales data for Q4 2024 Copilot+ PCs didn’t see much growth, despite price cuts More affordable Arm-based Copilot+ PCs are likely to help Microsoft’s cause in 2025 Microsoft and its manufacturing partners reportedly dropped prices for Copilot+ PCs substantially at the tail-end of last year,…

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