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As a quick reminder, Google recently revealed more information about two security vulnerabilities (Meltdown and Spectre) that allowed hackers to abuse CPU data cache timing so as to leak information, leading to virtual memory read vulnerabilities across local security boundaries. Microsoft fixed this security issue by releasing the following updates: Windows 10 version 1703 KB4056891 (OS Build 10240.17738) Windows 10 version 1607 KB4056890 (OS Build 14393.2007) Windows 10 version 1511 KB4056888 (OS Build 10586....

The evidence explicitly mentions support for x64 code emulation on ARM64 from a recent GitHub commit. It seems like the architecture will be named ARM64EC, for x64_64 on ARM64 machine types. The commit was made by Kenny Kerr, Engineer on the Windows team at Microsoft. Although the name can be changed ten times before release and we don’t have even an approximate launch date, this is great news for ARM computers, low voltage computing in general, and, why not, Windows 10 to be adopted in full swing even on low powered devices....

Unfortunately, it appears that this is only the tip of the iceberg as more and more users are reporting the Anniversary Update isn’t backing up their files. Users are complaining that the latest Windows 10 version resets their File History settings. The File History feature is used for backing up the files in the Documents, Music, Pictures, Videos, and Desktop folders and the OneDrive files available offline on user PCs....

After looking better into this matter, we realized this is not the only manner the Anniversary Update affects partitions. Other users are also complaining the Windows 10 version 1607 deletes the files stored on their Storage Drives. This time, the Disk Management app detects all the partitions and properly displays them, but doesn’t detect the files and folders users saved of the respective partitions. Users report the Anniversary Update deletes files from their Storage Drive Users managed to get at least some of their files back using various data recovery tools....

Windows 10 v1903 also known as Windows April 2019 Update has been affected by Green Screen of Death (GSOD) errors. The company recently announced it successfully addressed the GSOD bugs. Users will be pleased to know that the company is going to remove the upgrade block the is restricting Windows Insiders from installing the latest version. Most of the gamers tweeted that Microsoft blocked their machines from upgrading. Windows 10 users running games with anti-cheat software were unable to install the latest Insider Preview Build on their computers....

There’s a new icon for a virtual drive Here’s the answer that he got. It seems that this is a known issue in the 1803 Update and this is the recovery drive which you are not supposed to see. This is not meant to have a drive letter and all you have to do if you experience this issue as well is to remove the drive letter and everything goes back to normal....

Windows 10 build 14936 brings a couple of new features, and system improvements. With this release, Microsoft continues to improve the experience in Microsoft Edge, but also brought some functionality enhancements. We should note once again that this build still counts as the ‘early Redstone 2 build,’ so major improvements are not available yet. Just like we suggested a week ago, Microsoft released three new extensions for Edge. If you’ve been following the situation, you probably guessed that these extensions are Microsoft Shopping Assistant, Turn Off the Lights, and Tampermonkey....

Build 17650 brings a Fluent Design refresh to the Windows Defender Security Center. Microsoft also adjusted the spacing and padding around the app. Windows 10 will now dynamically adjust the size the categories on the main page. The second new feature that this build release brings focuses again on Windows Defender. Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) processes are now supported by the Windows Defender Firewall. Windows 10 build 17650 bug fixes Since the aim of the Windows Insider program is to identify and fix technical issues affecting the OS, here’s what this build brings new in terms of fixes:...

The Windows 10 build 18343 comes with two bug fixes along with a couple of bugs have already been acknowledged by Microsoft. The build seems to be a stable one compared to the previous version as users have not reported too many installation issues so far. Windows 10 build 18343 reported issues 1. Download stalls Some of the users have reported that they have been experiencing download stalls at 82%....

This time, the Redmond giant is back with a new Windows 10 Insider build release — meet Windows 10 build 18917. The build belongs to the 20H1 branch which is expected to land in the Spring of 2020. Microsoft is also going to push new 19H2 builds very soon. Now, let’s focus on Insider Preview build 18917 and see what new features it brings to Fast Ring Insiders. Microsoft introduced a new download throttling option that allows you to set upload and download limits for Windows 10 updates....

New handwriting features on Windows 10 PC Handwritten words converted to typed text. The handwriting panel instantly converts written words to typed text. When you fill the handwriting panel and lift your pen off the screen, the text shifts so that you can continue writing. You can edit your text by selecting it while the handwriting panel is open. That text will appear within the panel so you can easily change it....

General changes, improvements, and fixes for PC The issue that resulted in audio glitches on the system was fixed. The issue involving the Eye Control’s fail was fixed. The issue that made some games such as Counter Strike: Global Offensive to crash on launch was fixed. The issue that triggered Settings’ crash when trying to open Data Usage Settings was fixed. Delivery Optimization Settings is now directly listed as a category under Settings > Update & Security....

Microsoft has recently discovered many vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer. Others were reported by users and if you want to learn more about them, check out the Microsoft Security Bulletin MS16-063. A severe vulnerability that was fixed in this security update could allow remote code execution if the user would view a specially crafted webpage in Internet Explorer. The security update also contained non-security-related fixes for this browser, detailed in the changelog: – 3140847 Update: which will improve Enterprise Mode; – 3163201: ContentEditable div loses tag when you type after selected line of text; – 3168659: File downloading intermittently deletes cache file before it copies to temp file; – 3168662: Missing empty line when you paste rich text from WordPad into a content Editable div; – 3168674: Storage event isn’t triggered for local Storage updates in an iFrame....

The update is mainly focused on improving known issues and bugs in the system, so installing this update will make your computer more stable and reliable — if you can, that is. As with other updates, some users have experienced issues while trying to install cumulative update KB4013429 according to forum posts. Reportedly, installations become stuck and error code 0x80073701 appears. Here’s what one user said about the problem: As you can see, performing basic workarounds like disabling the antivirus doesn’t help....

Microsoft made an exception for its Lumia 635 in Brazil and now the company is working with BLU to deliver the Windows 10 Mobile upgrade to the Blu Win HD LTE, as well as the European version of the Blu Win JR LTE and the TrekStor WinPhone 4.7 HD. Microsoft is changing its policy in certain countries As we already mentioned, Microsoft delivered the Windows 10 Mobile upgrade to Lumia 635 in Brazil being that there’s no 1GB version of this phone in Brazil....

Those that would prefer another provider should know that there is also a Copay Bitcoin app. That one is also featured in the Windows Store and it is available right now. It is considered to be more efficient thanks to the various benefits users can get from the consumer platform built by Bitpay. The most important functions such as buying and selling Bitcoin as well as transforming it into another currency (USD) are available, as well as the ability to send funds to a desired location....

Recently, Redmond announced it would stop supporting Windows Vista starting next year, soon joining the club led by the dinosaur Windows XP. The good news is that the tech giant is still offering its users the opportunity to upgrade to Windows 10 for free. As a reminder, the Windows 10 Upgrade offer is valid for qualified Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 devices. We still don’t know how long the free update offer will last, but chances are this will soon become history....

Now, when cumulative update KB3206632 was released, it looks like Microsoft kept its promise, and addressed the problem. According to Softpedia, cumulative update fixes the internet connection problem, along with other improvements. The company didn’t mention that in the update’s changelog, as Microsoft’s spokesperson reached Softpedia later. So, if you’re among users who are experiencing the problem with internet connection in Windows 10 version 1607, just install the latest cumulative update, and the issue should be solved....

Millions of Windows 10 users already installed the Fall Creators Update on their devices. As a matter of fact, the latest AdDuplex report confirm that the OS runs on nearly 75% of Windows 10 computers. However, not all is perfect, as there are many issues affecting the OS even a few months after the initial release. This article is a roundup of the most common issues that are still bothering Windows 10 Fall Creators Update users....

It looks like someone is already in that situation: No one has a clear answer or a solution to fix this problem yet, but there are a couple of workarounds that are being tested. Windows 10 May Update is plagued by install issues Every update that Microsoft released had its ups and downs, but it seems like Windows 10 v1809 and v1903 have a bunch of unresolved issues that create a lot of confusion....