Category: Windows 11

Microsoft has removed the legacy limit of the 32GB size for FAT32 partitions in the latest Windows 11 Canary release. Now you can create  partitions of 2TB natively. Earlier, you could do the same but with help of third-party tools. Starting in Build 27686, the inbox console "format" command supports the large volume size for FAT32.

Microsoft has stopped distribution of its January security updates KB5034441 (Windows 10 21H2/22H2), KB5034440 (Windows 11 21H2) and KB5034439 (Windows Server 2022). These are proven to be defective, often ending up installation with an error with the code 0x80070643 — ERROR_INSTALL_FAILURE. Due to the insufficient size of the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) partition, the updates were unable to update some of the WinRE files.

Microsoft is releasing Windows 11 Build 27686 to Insiders in the Canary channel. For a reason, Microsoft has raised the build number from previously released build 26257. Feature wise, it includes a new Windows Sandbox Client (Preview), the ability to detach a mounted VHD in Settings, and improved battery life!

Microsoft has added a new compact mode for the Xbox Game Bar . The new layout is specially designed for smaller screens and portable devices. The update is gradually coming to Xbox Insiders enrolled in the PC Gaming Preview.

A change in Windows 11 24H2 may have negative impact on your computer's performance. Microsoft is enabling BitLocker device encryption by default in the upcoming version of the OS. When you sign-in to the pre-installed Windows 11 or set it up on a new device with a Microsoft account or work / school account, the drive will be encrypted automatically.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26120.1350 (KB5041871), to Insiders in the Dev channel. Insiders in the Dev channel are currently receiving Windows 11 version 24H2 updates as a servicing package that enables the new changes (builds 26120.xxxx).

There are several methods to find uptime in Windows 11. Uptime is the time the OS was running without restarting or shutting down. Windows 11 may require to restart it finish some of the mandatory tasks, such as installing updates or drivers. But if you have urgent activities, you can postpone such restarts, and have a huge uptime value. Server editions of Windows 11 usually run without restarts for really long, and their uptime will always be greater than a typical consumer PC.

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.1340 is now available in the Dev channel. An option to disable enhanced cursor precision and change mouse scroll direction, improved spelling processing in Voice Access, and more accurate energy recommendations are among the changes.