Category: Windows 11

Microsoft announced that it will make a "big announcement" related to the Windows operating system tomorrow, October 16, 2025. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the company hinted at upcoming changes to the way users interact with computers. Further details are not yet available.

Microsoft has released cumulative updates for all supported operating systems. These updates primarily address known bugs and vulnerabilities, but may also include new features. The updates are widely known as "Patch Tuesday" releases.

Microsoft is rolling out a new version of the Copilot app for Windows (1.25095.161.0 and later). The update is available in the Microsoft Store to all Windows Insiders, regardless of their update channel. The new version of the app brings with it a new capability: Access to Settings on Windows 11.

Microsoft has confirmed that the current version of the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool (MCT) does not work correctly on Windows 10 version 22H2. This is not the first issue with this version of the utility. The company previously confirmed that MCT does not run on devices with ARM64 processors.

Microsoft has reminded that support for Windows 11, version 23H2, in both Home and Pro editions, will officially terminate on November 11, 2025. On this date, Microsoft will release the final monthly security update for these editions. Following this cutoff, the operating system will no longer receive critical security patches, non-security updates, or technical assistance from Microsoft, thereby exposing affected systems to potential cybersecurity threats and compliance risks.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26120.6780 (version 24H2) via KB5065797 to Insiders in the Beta channel. It allows selecting objects in an image in Click to Do, adds Unit Converter to Click to Do, comes with peripheral fingerprint scanners support in Windows 11. Also, it allows specifying a folder name for your user account. Finally, it reduces the number of methods you can use to create a local account when installing Windows 11. Microsoft is against local accounts.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 build 27965 to Insiders in the Canary channel. After long time, the Canary channel gets the new scrollable start menu with a companion panel for Phone Link. It lists everything on one page, and allows disabling the Recommended section.

Microsoft is currently testing a fix in the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview builds for both the Dev and Beta Channels. The update targets a persistent issue with the "Update and Shut Down" feature that has frustrated users for over two years.

Microsoft has introduced significant changes to the Windows 11 setup process, reinforcing its requirement for a Microsoft account and internet connection while adding a long-requested customization feature.