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Microsoft explains that there are many Windows Insiders on the Fast ring that are currently blocked getting the latest release due to the 0x80146017 error, and for this reason users can now download the ISO files that they can use to create an installation media to upgrade to the latest release. The company also notes that they still actively working trying to fix a number of bugs before pushing build 10130 to the Slow ring, but it doesn’t offer a specific release date....

Windows 10 build 14926 does not introduce big features, but we can now see Microsoft beginning to add small changes, such as improvements to the upgrade process, Settings app, Microsoft Edge, and more. What’s new on Windows 10 build 14926 for PC Improved upgrade experience: Starting with this flight, built-in apps (e.g., Get Office, Candy Crash, News, Finance) that you have previously uninstalled will no longer re-install when you apply a new big update....

Windows 10 build 15061, according to the software giant, only fixes a few bugs and adds a few improvements to help finalize the Creators Update, which is expected to rollout to Insiders in the coming days. What’s new on Windows 10 build 15061 This flight addresses unexpected visual distortion when watching certain mp4 videos in Movies & TV. Fixes certain VPN connections being unexpectedly missing from Network Connections. And it also addresses some Direct3D 9 games that might periodically fail to launch....

Windows 10 build 17682, according to the company, delivers improvements to Sets and to the experience when projecting content wirelessly. Microsoft Edge introduces improvements that developers can implement to facilitate authentication. Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) are now available on demand through the Settings app. In addition, the out-of-box experience (OOBE) has been updated to help users configure new features, such as Windows Hello, link your phone to your PC, Timeline, OneDrive, and Office....

Windows 10 build 18317 is a minor update, and according to the company, breaks Cortana and Search into two features. The Start menu has now its own process. You can now install new fonts quickly using drag and drop. The Windows Insider Program settings page gets updated. The Windows Console gets a lot of improvements, and more. Windows 10 build 18317 Here are all the features and changes coming to the next version of Windows 10:...

Windows 10 build 18343, according to the company, doesn’t introduce new features or significant changes. Instead, only addresses the Connected Standby issue that prevented computers using Intel64 Family 6 Model 142 and Intel64 Family 6 Model 158 processor model from installing build 18342. In addition, build 18343 fixes a problem that required an extra reboot when performing Reset this PC, and selecting Keep my files on a device that has Reserved Storage enabled....

The build 19043.964 is a small update rolling out as KB5001391 that only includes a fix for an “0xC2 (BAD_POOL_CALLER)” error that has been causing Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) when using “IOCTL_SCSI_PASS_THROUGH_DIRECT.” If you missed the last update, this release also includes everything that the company fixed and improved with the update KB5001391 (build 19043.962). Install Windows 10 21H1 If the device running version 20H2 is not enrolled in the Windows Insider Program, you first need to enroll it in the Beta or Releases Preview Channel before you can download the update....

Windows 10 build 19619, according to the company, fixes bugchecks with error “DPC WATCHDOG VIOLATION,” and addresses problem causing unexpected characters showing up in the text strings of “intl.cpl” Additional Settings > Currency. In addition, build 19619 fixes problem resulting in “stordiag.exe” crashing on launch, and more. Outside the changes available for Windows 10, this flight now introduces an update for Windows Search, which allows you to quickly access timely and trusted information about the coronavirus pandemic from within the search bar....

Windows 10 build 20215, according to the company, introduces a new dark theme for search results in the search experience that will activate when you have the system dark mode enabled. This is a server-side change, and it’s first available for Insiders, but it’ll eventually rollout to everyone. In addition, this flight includes some fixes for Windows Security, System Restore, Voice Typing, and Start menu. Microsoft is listing the complete set of improvements, fixes, and known issues for Windows 10 Insider Preview build 20215 at the Windows Blog....

The update is just rolling out to users and according to the company KB3081438 “includes improvements to enhance the functionality of Windows 10”, which also means that it addresses a number of undisclosed bugs, and it doesn’t include any new features. In addition, the company warns “If you install a language pack after you install this security update, you must reinstall this security update. Therefore, we recommend that you install any language packs that you need before you install this security update....

Early this year, the company announced that for the first time the full version of Windows 10 will be free for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows Phone 8.1 devices. However, what we didn’t know was which SKUs will fall in the category of “free”. Now, according to the software maker users will be able to upgrade for free to Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Mobile, and Windows 10 Pro....

According to the software giant, the Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3920.0 (KB5004393) only fixes an issue that would cause the touch keyboard to not display when invoked. On Windows 10, the Windows Feature Experience Pack is a new update process that allows Microsoft to deliver feature improvements to consumers outside of the operating system’s major releases. The package will download and install automatically through Windows Update, similar to installing a new build or cumulative update....

The Microsoft Store app for Windows 10 users is the same app available for Windows 11 users. You even get the rounded corners inside the app, but not around the frame, and you won’t see the semi-transparent materials, but you are getting pretty much everything else. When you update the app to the latest version, you will get access to more apps, including traditional desktop (win32) apps and all the new apps that Microsoft has been adding, including the ability to use third-party stores like the Epic Games Store....

In addition, the software giant is also addressing a number of issues on the Start screen, hang while trying to reboot, Action Center, keyboard, and connectivity to wireless displays. As with every preview made available through the Fast ring, Windows 10 Mobile build 14283, includes a number of known issues that users should be aware before installing the new build. Keep reading to learn everything that’s new in this new release....

Perhaps one thing you’ll notice right away is that both, the new Settings page and Action Center look identical to the Settings app and Action Center currently being develop for the version of Windows 10. Structure is the same, icons are the same, and even the buttons in the notification are the same. This is how the Settings app and Action Center looks like in Windows 10: The leaked screenshots, if genuine, are from “Windows 10 Technical Preview for phones build 8....

KB4022716 bumps the version number of Windows 10 to build 15063.447, and it addresses a slew of issues, including network printing, slow Wi-Fi speeds after upgrading to the Creators Updates, specific sign in problems, pairing connectivity, graphics issues with NVIDIA drivers, and a lot more. What’s new on Windows 10 15063.447 Microsoft has announced KB4022716 in its support site, and it’s referred as “June 27, 2017—KB4022716 (OS Build 15063.447)”. If you’re already running the Windows 10 Creators Update (version 1703) on your PC and phone, this update will only address these issues:...

KB4100375 bumps the build number to 17133.73, and according to the company, the update delivers fixes for Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer, and it also patches security vulnerabilities on many of the operating system components. This release marks the first quality update that Windows 10 version 1803 receives, but unfortunately, it appears that we’ll have to wait a little longer for official release of the Spring Creators Update, as the update is only available for Insiders, and Microsoft continues to test the operating system....

The “Controller bar” is an updated view of the Xbox Game Bar that gives you quick access to recently played games and game launchers. The new experience works when connecting an Xbox Wireless Controller or compatible controller and pressing the Xbox button. The “optimizations for windowed games” feature affects presentation modes for windowed and borderless windowed DirectX 10 and 11 games. “Presentation” defines the process of rendering the game on frames in the most optimal way, allowing you to have a more consistent experience whether you play a game in full-screen or windowed mode....

Since version 22H2 is a significant update that requires reinstallation and brings a lot of changes, you are probably wondering a bunch of questions about the upgrade, features availability, and problems. Also, you may want to know why tabs in File Explore are missing after the upgrade. For these reasons, I compiled a number of questions to provide the answers. This guide will answer the most common questions about installing and using Windows 11 22H2....