Microsoft has released new patches to resolve security vulnerabilities in Intel CPUs. The updates KB4558130 and KB4497165 are now available for Windows 10 version 2004, Windows 10 version 1909 and version 1903.
Category: Windows 10
Microsoft says that Defender file download feature is not a risk
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.
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.
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.
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.
Add Miracast Wireless Display to Windows 10 and Install Connect App
How to add Miracast Receiving Support (Wireless Display) to Windows 10 and install the Connect app
Starting in Windows 10 version 2004, Microsoft has made the built-connect app optional. If you need to use it to transfer your phone's screen contents to your computer's display without wires, you need to install and enable the app.
DirectStorage API will significantly improve Windows 10 performance on NVMe SSDs
Microsoft is porting XBox's DirectStorage API to Windows PCs, and is going to release it with DirecxX 12 Ultimate in order to reduce the load time for heavy apps and games.
Windows 10 Your Phone app receives customizable notification banners
Microsoft is now rolling out a new update for the Your Phone app to Insiders. The new version of the app allows the user to customize app notification banners and their contents.
An issue with LTE modems blocks installation of Windows 10 version 2004
Microsoft has revealed yet another upgrade blocking issue in Windows 10 version 2004. This time, the affected devices are laptops with an LTE modem installed.
Change Sound Audio Balance for Left and Right Channels in Windows 10
How to Change Sound Audio Balance for Left and Right Channels in Windows 10
In modern versions of Windows, the audio balance control is hidden behind the several levels of options deep inside the Sound Control Panel and Settings. In this blog post, we will review various methods you can use to adjust it.
