Microsoft today released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17115 (RS4) to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring. This build replaces the previous build 17112, which was released just a few days ago. Along with bug fixes, this build features a refined user interface of OOBE.
Category: Windows 10
Debian Linux Released for WSL, now available on Microsoft Store
Following the availability of Kali Linux, Debian GNU/Linux today became available through the Microsoft Store as a WSL package. Formerly known as Bash On Ubuntu, WSL allows installing and running multiple Linux distros from Microsoft Store. So, the Debian GNU/Linux distro can be installed in WSL starting today.
How to Create Windows Update Shortcut in Windows 10
Windows 10 is set to check for updates automatically unless you disable this feature manually. Sometimes you need to immediately check for updates in Windows 10. You can save your time and create a special shortcut to open the Windows Update page of Settings directly with one click.
Kali Linux for WSL now available on Microsoft Store
If you are using the WSL feature in Windows 10 (formerly known as Bash On Ubuntu), you definitely know that you can install and run multiple Linux distros from Microsoft Store. Kali Linux is yet another distro you can install starting today.
Windows 10 Build 16299.251 is out with KB4090913
Today, Microsoft released a new cumulative update to users running Windows 10 build 16299. The update package KB4090913 raises the OS version to 16299.251. This update fixes an issue with Windows 10 that can cause USB devices like keyboards, web cameras, or pointing devices to stop working.
Enable Shutdown Event Tracker in Windows 10
When you click on the shutdown or restart command in the Start menu or Win + X menu of Windows 10, the operating system performs the selected action directly. While this is okay for regular users, there are instances like if you are a system administrator where you need to keep the system running for as long as possible without any downtime. If there's a reason to restart or shutdown, it's handy for many IT companies to log and document these reasons so over time they may analyze why the restart or shutdown was required to maximize their Windows session uptime. For this, you can enable the Shutdown Event Tracker feature.
How to Change Drive Letter in Windows 10
By default, Windows 10 automatically assigns drive letters to connected drives, including internal and external drives. You might want to change these letters. Here is how it can be done.
Fix Calculator Is Not Opening In Windows 10
Windows 10 comes with a built-in Calculator app. Several builds ago, Microsoft replaced the classic Calculator desktop app with a new Store app, but you can get the classic Calculator app in Windows 10 easily.
Disable Touch Visual Feedback in Windows 10
If you have a desktop PC or a laptop with a touch screen, you may be already know that Windows 10 can show visual feedback around the touch pointer every time you touch the screen. Today, we will see how to disable or enable this feature using two methods.
Hide Taskbar Buttons On Multiple Taskbars in Windows 10
The taskbar is the classic user interface element in Windows. First introduced in Windows 95, it exists in all Windows versions released after it. The main idea behind the taskbar is to provide a useful tool which shows a list of running apps and open windows as tasks so you can switch quickly between them. By default, the taskbar appears on all displays connected to your computer. Today, we'll see how to customize which app buttons you see on the primary and extra taskbars in Windows 10.
