Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 version 22H2 will not receive optional non-security cumulative updates after February 27, 2024. These updates are typically released in the fourth week of the month.
Category: Windows 11
Windows 11 deprecates the Steps Recorder and Tips inbox apps
Microsoft has announced that two more inbox apps, Steps Recorder and Tips, are now deprecated in Windows 11. The Steps Recorder will soon be removed from the OS bundle. The same for the Tips app, but it contents will be regularly updated until the app is removed.
Windows 11 Build 25997 (Canary) and Build 23590 (Dev) released with sharing improvements
Microsoft today released two new builds for Insiders running Windows 11 in the Dev and Canary channels. There are no radical changes in both builds. Both contain quality-of-life improvements and various fixes. Additionally, Build 23590 (Dev) includes a natural voice preview option for Narrator.
Windows 11 now has activation issues after banning Windows 7/8 keys
Microsoft is currently investigating a problem reported by Windows 10/11 users who activated their operating systems using valid keys from Windows 7/8. Some of them experienced deactivation after replacing new PC components or updating the BIOS. In some cases, Microsoft's technical support has suggested purchasing a new OS license.
Windows 11 and Windows 10 Patch Tuesday Updates, November 14, 2023
The monthly cumulative updates have been released by Microsoft for all currently supported Windows 11/10 systems. These updates primarily focus on fixing any identified errors and addressing vulnerabilities rather than introducing new features. Users can already get them from the Windows Update.
The Photos app update now allows you remove and replace the image background
Microsoft has released an update to the test version of the Photos app that allows you to remove and replace the background. Starting with the just-released version 2023.11110.8002.0, the app includes a new toolbar button for that.
Windows 11 allows moving Copilot to the system tray
Microsoft is testing a new feature for the Copilot. It can now be moved to the system tray. In this case, the taskbar button will disappear, and the Copilot icon will become the first button at the right screen edge. Clicking it will open the same sidebar, i.e. visually there will be no other changes.
OneDrive now asks for a reason to exit it, otherwise it won’t close
Microsoft has updated the OneDrive client app so that now it prevents the user from exiting it. Upon attempting to close OneDrive on Windows, you will be prompted to complete a survey explaining your reason for choosing to exit the application.
Windows 11 now supports 7Z and TAR archive creation
The latest Canary release, Windows 11 build 25992, adds native support for 7z and Tar archive creation. Just like you've been creating ZIP archives for decades, you can now use these formats without having to install any external applications. Right-click a file or folder, select Compress to..., and pick the desired compression option.
Windows 11 Build 23585 (Dev) allows removing more inbox apps
Microsoft today released Windows 11 Build 23585 to the Dev channel. It allows removing more inbox apps, including Camera, Cortana, Photos, People, and Remote Desktop Client (MSTSC). There are also an updated Snipping Tool app, and a few fixes.
