Microsoft recently updated its Defender antivirus, adding the ability to silently download any file from the Internet. Some users are concerned that this new feature could be exploited by malware and potentially unwanted applications. Microsoft has officially replied that the company does not consider this change to the application a vulnerability.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Vivaldi 3.3 introduces Break Mode, Private Window Themes, and more
Vivaldi 3.3 arrives on Desktop PCs with a brand new feature: Break Mode. It is also includes a new theme for Private Window, clickable parts in the Address bar, and much more.
Office app for Windows 10 receives new vertical layout
Microsoft has updated the Office UWP app that is available for Windows 10 users via the Store with a new vertical layout. The feature is already rolling out to Insiders, so there is a chance that you will get it soon.
Microsoft opens registration for the Ignite 2020 online event
This year's Ignite conference will be a two-part online event. One part of Ignite 2020 will come in September, from September 22 - 24. The the other is planned for early 2021. Both parts will be free, digital-only 48-hour events. You can now register to it.
Cumulative Update KB4571744 for Windows 10 2004 (19041.488)
MIcrosoft has released a new cumulative update for Windows 10 version 2004. The new patch is the build 19041.488, and it is a Preview update. The updates that have a 'Preview' tag are usually listed in optional updates.
Windows Server Insider Preview build 20206 comes with these changes
In addition to the consumer release of Windows 10 build 20206, Microsoft has also released a new server build with the same version number to Insiders. Windows Server Insider Preview build 20206 brings a few improvements to the Storage Migration Services, and SMB protocol.
River Roll On PREMIUM 4k Theme for Windows 10
Yet another gorgeous 4k theme has become available to Windows 10 users via the Microsoft Store. Named "River Roll On PREMIUM", it includes 16 premium 4k images with shots of river views from around the world.
Beware: Microsoft Defender MpCmdRun.exe tool can be used to download files
Recently, Microsoft updated Microsoft Defender to version 4.18.2008.9, and also added new features to its console management tool, MpCmdRun.exe. Now it can be used to download any file from the Internet.
PowerToys 0.22 includes new Mute Conference tool, version 0.21.1 released with bugfixes
Microsoft has released two new PowerToys versions. PowerToys 0.21.1 is now available in the stable branch of the app suite, and resolves a bunch of various issues in tools included in the suite. PowerToys 0.22 is a new preview release. It is notable for a new tool, Video Conference Mute. The new tool will mute not your audio and video with a single keystroke.
Microsoft released Windows 10 Build 20206 (Dev Channel) with input improvements
Microsoft has updated the Dev Channel (formerly Fast Ring) with a new release, Windows 10 Build 20206. The release is notable for a number of keyboard improvements, including a new emoji picker, and new voice typing features.
