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Windows 10 build 17755, according to the software giant, is a minor update that fixes performance issues resuming from hibernation, and problems with HDR video and Windows Hello. Microsoft is listing the complete set of improvements, fixes, and known issues for Windows 10 Insider Preview build 17755 at the Windows Blog. Download Windows 10 build 17755 Although there are no ISO files for Windows 10 build 17755, the update is available immediately through the Fast ring for PCs....

According to the software giant, Windows 10 build 18362.10012 and build 18362.10013 include the same features and changes, but the only difference is that build 18362.10012 includes the features turned off by default. Build 18362.10013 for Windows 10 19H2 If you’re running build 18362.10013, this new flight introduces the ability to create calendar events from the taskbar without the need to open the Calendar app. The Start menu left pane will expand automatically to reveal the name of each option....

The screenshots were published in Windows Mania, which is a Polish forum dedicated to Windows. The images suggest that in the near future apps will have the ability to use vibration, sound, banner, and LED to alert users of a new notification. The leaked version of Windows 10 for phones also includes a more streamlined user interface that brings closer together the desktop and mobile version of the operating system....

While we already know that Control Panel will be replaced by the Settings app, File Explorer remains with the same user-interface since Windows 95. Of course, throughout the years Microsoft has updated File Explorer many times and it has also changed names, but changes haven’t been significant. Microsoft now finally reveals that is working on a new File Explorer for Windows 10, which it’s likely to be introduced in the coming months....

For years Windows Media Player has been a software limited on its capability to play different file formats. To overcome this limitation, after installing Windows, most of us will install VLC Media Player and forget anything else related to codecs. In Windows 10 things are changing. The operating system now will support FLAC as well as MKV and HEVC media file formats. This is in addition to the list of formats Windows already support, and all natively and without having to install extra software or codec packages....

KB4340917 bumps the version number of the Windows 10 April 2018 Update to build number 17134.191, and according to the company addresses issues with time zone, networking, Bluetooth, SQL Server, Active Directory, and more. Windows 10 build 17134.191 Microsoft has announced KB4340917 in the Windows support site, and it’s referred as “July 24, 2018—KB4340917 (OS Build 17134.191)”. If you’re already running the Windows 10 version 1803 on your PC, this update will address these problems:...

KB4464455 bumps the version number to build 17763.104, and according to the software giant, it addresses a Task Manager problem that was showing the incorrect details under the Processes tab. The update fixes issues causing compatibility issues with third-party antivirus software and virtualization products. In addition, update KB4464455 address driver compatibility issues, certain application becoming unresponsive after resuming from standby, and Microsoft Edge not working correctly with the Input Method Editor (IME)....

KB4501371 bumps the version number to build 17763.592, and according to the company fixes some problems with apps, including Microsoft Edge, Calendar, and Your Phone. It addresses issues with Bluetooth adapters from Realtek, audio on system that didn’t restart in more than 50 days, Disk Management and DiskPart for removable storage, resetting device to default factory settings. It even improves Windows Defender Application Guard for Microsoft Edge, and more. In addition, the software giant also released a new cumulative update for Windows 10 April 2018 Update, Fall Creators Update, Creators Update, and Anniversary Update....

KB4567523 bumps the version number to build 19041.331 for the May 2020 Update, and according to the company fixes problem that might prevent certain printers from printing. The print spooler might generate an error or close unexpectedly when trying to print, and no output will come from the affected printer. You might also see issues with the apps you are trying to print from, such as receiving an error, or the app might close unexpectedly....

The update KB5001391 bumps the version number to build 19041.964 and 19042.964 for versions 2004 and 20H2. According to the Microsoft documentation, it introduces the “news and interests” taskbar widget to get quick access to news, weather, sports, finance, and other trending information throughout the day. It fixes blank tiles from appearing in the Start menu, and it adds an option to adjust the idle time before a headset goes to sleep in the Settings app for Windows Mixed Reality....

According to the company, the update KB5005033 bumps the version number to build 19041.1165, 19042.1165, and 19043.1165, and it includes an update that changes the default privilege requirement for installing drivers when using Point and Print. As a result, after installing this update, you must have administrative privileges to install drivers. In other words, this is the latest attempt to permanently fix the PrintNightmare vulnerability on Windows devices that affects the Windows Print Spooler service, and it allows attackers to execute malicious code to create new administrator accounts, install programs, and access data without the user’s consent....

If everything is going according to plan, this will be the build that Microsoft will be pushing security and performance update during the lifecycle of version 1803. The report also notes that Windows 10 build 17133 is expected to become available in the Fast ring during the last week of March. Days after, it’ll appear in the Slow ring, and then it should also become available in the Release Preview ring too....

If your device is compatible, similar to previous releases, you’ll receive a notification to download the feature update manually through Windows Update. If you’re a “seeker,” you can force the upgrade by clicking the Check for updates button in the Windows Update settings, and then click the Download and install button. Alternatively, you can also install the new update using the Media Creation Tool to do a clean or in-place upgrade....

See also the ultimate guide to Windows 11 new features and changes. The Windows 11 build 22000.194 is available as an optional install for devices that meet the minimum requirements, and that means computers with at least Intel’s 8th Gen or AMD Ryzen 2000 or newer, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, and TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled. If you want to upgrade early, you first need to enroll your computer in the Release Preview Channel using the “Windows Insider Program” settings from the “Update & Security” section....

In the latest build of Windows 11, references of stickers for desktop wallpapers have been found in the Personalization settings and desktop context menu. The screenshots show that you will be able to use some sort of stickers on the wallpapers and even edit them. Microsoft is also toying with changes to the notifications system. In the Notifications settings, the screenshots show a new “Set priority notifications” setting, the ability to “Mute notifications,” and the “Focus Assist” feature has been renamed to “Focus....

According to the company, the development team is now merging the UWP version into the Win32 client. Furthermore, the team is also planning to refresh the interface of the OneNote client with new visuals using the WinUI technology to match the design language that Microsoft is pushing on Windows 11 and the next version of Office. However, the new client will continue to have the familiar look and features as the current version....

The new support isn’t a secret. It has already been spotted as a hidden feature in the latest preview builds of Windows 11, but now, it’s official. Tabs for File Explorer are expected to work similarly to tabs in the web browser. Instead of having multiple instances of the app, you will now be able to use one instance to navigate multiple folders and drive locations. You will also be able re-arrange and create new tabs as needed....

The update that you have to install is KB3184143, which the Microsoft support website says “removes the Get Windows 10 app and other software related to the Windows 10 free upgrade offer that expired on July 29, 2016”. According to the details, KB3184143 replaces the following software from Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 devices: KB3035583: Update installs Get Windows 10 app KB3064683: Windows 8.1 OOBE modifications to reserve Windows 10 KB3072318: Update for Windows 8....

The new location to change the Lock screen settings is in the PC & Devices page from the PC Settings. Yes, Microsoft decided to rearrange and make accessible all the Control Panel features from PC Settings — which in my opinion was a smart move to keep users more engage in the modern user interface. Like it has been before users can choose a single image from the PC’s hard drive, network folder, SkyDrive, and from Bing, even though the Bing app is gone in Windows 8....

Disk space in Windows 8.1 Update 1 is a new feature that allows users to view and manage the available space in the PC. Disk space has four main sections that you can access by going to PC settings, PC and devices, Disk space: First the “Free up space on this PC” will show you the total amount of space of the primary hard drive and the available free space (keep in mind this utility won’t show available space from secondary hard drives or external drives)....