Patch Tuesday, February 14, 2023: Here’s what’s new

The Redmond software giant has released new updates for supported versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11. Traditionally, there are fixes and general improvements, as such updates don't aim to ship new features.

Updates for Windows 11

These updates makes miscellaneous security improvements to internal OS functionality. Some highlights:

  • Changes the experience for preview .NET Framework updates. After you install this update, all future preview (optional) .NET Framework updates will display on the Settings > Windows Update > Advanced options > Optional updates page. On that page, you can control which optional updates you want to install.
  • Addresses an issue that might occur when the Input Method Editor (IME) is active. Applications might stop responding when you use the mouse and keyboard at the same time.
  • Addresses an issue that might occur when you convert or reconvert Japanese Kanji using a multibyte character set (MBCS) app. The cursor might move to the wrong location when you type.
  • Fixes an issue that affects picture files you find using search on the taskbar. This issue stops you from opening those pictures in the photo application you choose.
  • Addresses an issue that stops you from searching for a file based on the file’s contents.
  • Addresses an issue that affects some game controllers. When the game controller is connected to the computer, the computer might not go to Sleep mode.

Updates for Windows 10

The key changes include.

  • This update addresses an issue that affects certain Internet of Things (IoT) devices. They lose audio.
  • This update displays storage alerts for Microsoft OneDrive subscribers on the Systems page in the Settings app. The alerts appear when you are close to your storage limit. You can also manage your storage and purchase additional storage, if needed.
  • This update addresses an issue that might affect news and interests. It might flicker on the taskbar and File Explorer might stop responding.

and more.

The updates will be installed automatically via Windows Update. No manual action required.

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Author: Sergey Tkachenko

Sergey Tkachenko is a software developer who started Winaero back in 2011. On this blog, Sergey is writing about everything connected to Microsoft, Windows and popular software. Follow him on Telegram, Twitter, and YouTube.

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