Windows updates regularly bring various improvements, but sometimes, they also add crippling bugs. Each Windows user needs to know how to uninstall Windows 11 updates in such cases.
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With Windows 11 getting closer to its first feature update, it's time to see what Microsoft was doing to its OS since the initial release. Here are all the changes and new features in Windows 11 22H2.
Several Windows 11 users started experiencing random BSOD screens after installing KB5013943 update. Sophos claims the crashes were due to drivers needed by antivirus software and has released a fix.
Microsoft has tweaked the Shutdown dialog box as well as the WinRE Recovery interface with the new WinUI design elements and added new icons which update these elements and ensure consistency.
Microsoft's recent change of the Quick Assist app which now requires installation from the Microsoft Store instead of it being available as a native app has failed to please most Windows admins.
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The latest week was a particularly busy one in the world of Microsoft, especially due to Patch Tuesday and some issues caused by it. Windows 11 also received a new Sound Recorder app in preview.
A report today has revealed the purported RTM date for Windows 11 22H2 or Sun Valley 2 (SV2). The report comes hot on the heels of another one which unveiled the alleged RTM release candidate.
It is now much easier to run Microsoft's operating system on the recently released Steam Deck. The handheld console from Valve now has fully working audio drivers for speakers and the audio jack.
Microsoft has updated the Windows Health Dashboard documentation with a notice about a new known issue that causes authentication failures on the server or client for various services.
A report says that the latest Windows 11 Beta Channel build 22621 is apparently what will be the final release that will become publicly available to everyone in the form of Windows 11 22H2.
As was warned by Microsoft for the better part of the last couple of months, the Beta and Dev Channels finally split off into their own builds. Say hello to Sun Valley 3, the Windows 11 for 2023.
Windows 11 Insiders on the Beta channel receive the newest build today in the form of build 22621. The new release brings changes and improvements to Taskbar and File Explorer, among other things.
Microsoft keeps making it harder for consumers to set up Windows with just a local account. For the privacy conscious or other use cases, especially when using the Pro edition, it should be possible.
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The latest Windows 11 Patch Tuesday update 22000.675 (KB5013943) is causing several major issues for users. These problems include apps failing to start, BSODs, black screen, and more.
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The recent Windows 11 update KB5012643 and Windows 10 update KB5011831 broke games and apps on "certain GPUs" that run on the Microsoft's DirectX 9 API. Also present is a related D3D9On12 issue.
Microsoft is continuing to update stock Windows 11 with new visuals and features. After Paint, Notepad, Snipping Tool, and Clock, it is time for Voice Recorder to get a refreshed design.
This new driver fixes Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War crashing at launch and a number of other games such as Elden Ring, Tom Clancy's: Rainbow Six Siege, Doom Eternal, Serious Sam 4 and more.
Microsoft has released KB5013943 for Windows 11 systems which bumps the build version to 22000.675. The improvements addressed in this update are minimal but improve internal OS functionality.
Microsoft has released Windows 11 build 22616.100 (KB5014650) to Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels. It does not add anything new and is a cumulative update to test the servicing pipeline.
Microsoft has outlined new accessibility features that are now confirmed to arrive with the final version of Windows 11 22H2. These features will help people with disabilities access Windows.
Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 22H2 Insiders on the Windows 11 Pro edition will now require a Microsoft Account and internet connection during the initial setup of a personal use device.
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Microsoft is now selling Windows 11 Home and Pro SKUs in physical retail boxes. This release comes seven months after the launch of the OS and provides a new way to install Windows 11 officially.
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In this week's recap of everything that happened in the Microsoft-verse, we have some juicy news items related to Windows 3D Movie Maker from 1995, a leaked Outlook client, and some Defender woes.
China has ordered government offices to replace foreign-branded PCs and associated operating systems with alternatives that can be locally maintained. This includes dumping Windows in favor of Linux.
Screenshots of Microsoft's upcoming web-powered Outlook client for Windows 10 and Windows 11 have leaked online. There's no word yet on when it will become generally available, though.
Microsoft has released build 22616 for Windows Insiders, it mainly contains fixes and improvements and no new features. The company also warned that the window is closing to switch channels.
The latest report from Steam shows that the latest operating system from Microsoft is growing steadily. In April 2022, Windows 11 gained more than 2% and now holds almost 19% of the market.
Windows 11's latest optional update (KB5012643) is causing yet another problem, this time affecting .NET Framework 3.5 apps. Microsoft has released some workarounds but is working on a long-term fix.
The newest release of Microsoft PowerToys also brings control to rounded corners in Windows 11 in the FancyZones PowerToy as well as a bunch of bug fixes for other toys and spelling corrections.
Yes you read it right, this new version of Start11 enables seconds in the Windows 11 taskbar clock, however at the moment only for Windows Insiders. Edge tabs will also show up in Start menu search.
According to multiple sources, Windows 11 22H2 will reach RTM this month. So, this could be the right time to switch to Beta or Release Preview Channel to get 22H2 before its general availability.
Microsoft is pushing an update to its Surface app on Windows 11 and 10. The update includes some important changes related to Smart Charging and more. It's available via the Microsoft Store.
Windows 11 on Surface Duo project appears to have made some progress as several basic features are now working. However, the performance is currently a bit glitchy, and the touch is not working.
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This was probably the busiest week of the month when it comes to news related to Microsoft. We have lots to discuss, including a colorful Task Manager, quarterly results, and Edge enhancements.
Microsoft has updated Windows 11 Health Dashboard detailing how it fixed a new known issue in the latest cumulative update preview that was causing screen flashes and explorer.exe instabilities.
Microsoft has released build 22610 today to Insiders flighting the Windows 11 Dev and Beta channels with updates to the Family Safety widget for location sharing, the removal of Tablet Ui and more.
Did you know that Windows 11 allows customizing touchpad gestures? You can select one of the default presets or set custom actions for swipes with three of four fingers. Here is how to do that.
Editorial
Tone-deaf: Microsoft reminds people of the great job it did of building Start in Windows 11
Microsoft sent an email to Windows Insiders earlier today in which it pats itself on the back for a job well done on the design of the Windows 11 Start menu. Does it even read the Feedback Hub?
Get in on Windows Hello for less than half the price of the Logi Brio and still enjoy 1080P video capture conferencing. Go passwordless with this deal of the day offering from Amazon US.
The latest optional Windows 11 update 22000.652 (KB5012643) seems to have a bug in the Safe Mode that causes screen flickering. Thankfully, there appears to be an unofficial workaround available.
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