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Build 27858 for Windows 11 drops in the Canary Channel
Windows 11 build 27858 is now rolling out to users with devices enrolled in the Canary Channel. After several weeks of waiting, this update only adds a new option to open the Emoji panel from the Taskbar and pushes several fixes. Taskbar with Emoji access According to the official changes, Windows 11 build 27858 updates the Taskbar settings page with…
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Microsoft confirms May Windows 10 updates trigger BitLocker recovery
Microsoft has confirmed that some Windows 10 and Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 systems will boot into BitLocker recovery after installing the May 2025 security updates. The BitLocker Windows security feature encrypts storage drives to prevent data theft, and Windows computers typically enter BitLocker recovery mode after events like TPM (Trusted Platform Module) updates or hardware changes to regain access…
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How to remove Ask Copilot from File Explorer context menu on Windows 11
The File Explorer context menu now includes an “Ask Copilot” option. You can remove it by creating a {CB3B0003-8088-4EDE-8769-8B354AB2FF8C} Registry string and setting it to “Ask Copilot” inside the “Blocked” folder. Alternatively, you can uninstall the Copilot app, which removes all the associated entries across Windows 11. On Windows 11, Microsoft continues the Copilot integration across the desktop and apps.…
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How to enable or disable Hey Copilot hands-free command on Windows 11
Microsoft’s “Hey, Cortana!” voice command on Windows 10 has now become “Hey, Copilot!” for Windows 11. You can enable it from Copilot > Settings by turning on the “Listen for ‘Hey, Copilot’” toggle switch. Also, you’ll need version 1.25051.10.0 or higher of the Copilot app. On Windows 11, you can invoke the Copilot chatbot using the “Hey, Copilot” voice command…
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Windows 10 KB5058379 update triggering BitLocker Recovery after install
The Windows 10 KB5058379 cumulative update is triggering unexpected BitLocker recovery prompts on some devices afters it’s installed and the computer restarted. On May 13, Microsoft released the Windows 10 KB5058379 cumulative update as part of their May 2025 Patch Tuesday updates. This is a mandatory update as it contains security updates for vulnerabilities fixed by Microsoft, which included five actively exploited…
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How to install Windows 11 without bloatware on unsupported hardware
If you’re still using Windows 10 on a computer that isn’t compatible with Windows 11, it’s possible to install the newer version of the operating system using an answer file that performs the clean installation process, bypassing the hardware requirements. Furthermore, this process bypasses the Internet and Microsoft account requirements, and you can perform an even more debloated installation. I…
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Microsoft fixes Linux boot issues on dual-boot Windows systems
Microsoft has fixed a known issue preventing Linux from booting on dual-boot systems with Secure Boot enabled after installing the August 2024 Windows security updates. The list of affected systems includes those running client (Windows 10 and Windows 11) and server (Windows Server 2012 and later) OS versions. This issue is triggered by a Secure Boot Advanced Targeting (SBAT) update that blocks UEFI shim bootloaders vulnerable to…
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10 bad default settings you need to change in Windows – Computerworld
Windows default #3: Hidden extensions Everyone should have file extensions visible on Windows. It’s crazy they’re not enabled by default in 2025. This isn’t just a geeky thing — it’s important for security. This will help you distinguish between a virus named Report.pdf.exe and a real document named Report.pdf. To unhide file extensions in Windows 11, launch File Explorer, click…
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How to add a child account to your Windows 11 PC
Microsoft has continuously refined its family features, and Windows 11 makes setting up a child account even smoother and more user-friendly than before. If you’re wondering, “Does Windows 11 have a kids mode?”, the answer is yes, thanks to its Family Safety features. If you’re curious about how to set up a Windows 11 laptop for a child or how…
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Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 10 to get security updates until 2028 – Computerworld
Microsoft 365 apps for Windows 10 will continue to get security updates until Oct. 10, 2028, three years after the company ends support for Windows 10 this coming Oct. 14, Microsoft said in a blog post. At the same time, the company noted that the apps could experience performance issues over time when running on Windows 10. If a customer…
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