Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27842 (Canary Channel) released

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Microsoft has officially released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27842 to users in the Canary Channel. This update introduces a variety of enhancements, including a more streamlined user interface for managing unexpected restarts, improved information regarding Pluton TPM chips within the Windows Security application, and expanded mouse settings directly accessible in the Settings menu. The update also includes the discontinuation of the shader debugging feature in Visual Studio Graphics Analyzer and the removal of the bypassnro.cmd script, both aimed at enhancing security and user experience.

Windows 11 KB5055629 (OS 22621.5262 and 22631.5262) Preview released

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Microsoft has released a preview update for Windows 11, identified as KB5055629, applicable to OS versions 22621.5262 and 22631.5262 for Windows 11 Enterprise, Education 22H2, and 23H2. This update introduces several enhancements including curated views in File Explorer Home for better access to Microsoft 365 content, improved performance for unzipping files, and support for lock screen widgets in the European Economic Area (EEA). It also allows web developers to create interactive widgets and enhances the functionality of desktop-pinned applications.

Windows 10 KB5055612 (OS Build 19045.5796) Preview released

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Microsoft has rolled out KB5055612 (OS Build 19045.5796), a preview update for various Windows 10 editions, including Home, Pro, Enterprise, and IoT, specifically for version 22H2. This update, classified as a non-security release, focuses on enhancing the internal functionality and quality of the Windows operating system.

Flyby11 2.3 released

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The Flyby11 2.3 release is a significant update for users looking to install Windows 11 (24H2) on unsupported hardware. This version addresses a previous compatibility issue related to the external addon file CpuCheckNative.dll, which was causing functionality problems due to missing external dependencies. The latest update has resolved this issue by statically linking the addon, eliminating the need for users to download additional components like Visual C++ Redistributables.

Windows Package Manager 1.11.220 Preview released

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Microsoft has unveiled a new preview version of Windows Package Manager (WinGet), designated as version 1.11.220. This release introduces experimental support for DSC v3 processing and marks the discontinuation of support for 32-bit ARM systems. The update features several enhancements including a version comparison function, activation of the shadow stack for improved security, restrictions on downloads to COM instances, enhanced management of MSIX enumeration failures, and resolutions for arm64 build issues.

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5562 (Dev Channel) released

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Microsoft has recently rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5562 to users in the Dev Channel, introducing various enhancements aimed at improving user experience. Key features include advanced reading tools, refined search capabilities, and improved voice access functionalities.

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3872 (Beta Channel) released

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Microsoft has released the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3872 to users in the Beta Channel, focusing on enhancements for the 24H2 version of Windows 11. Key features of this update include improved Copilot+ experiences, streamlined text actions in Click to Do, and upgraded Windows Search functionalities. Notable additions are the "Practice in Reading Coach" and "Read with Immersive Reader" actions, designed to enhance reading fluency and provide a distraction-free reading environment, respectively.

Flyby11 2.2 released

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Belim has announced the release of Flyby11 version 2.2, a tool designed to facilitate the installation of Windows 11 (24H2) on hardware that is typically unsupported. This latest update includes a vital system compatibility check feature that assesses the hardware's readiness for an upgrade by verifying essential CPU capabilities, specifically checking for support of SSE4.2 and POPCNT.

Windows 11 Build 26100.3902 (Release Preview Channel) released

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Microsoft has recently launched Windows 11 Build 26100.3909 as a minor update for Windows Insiders within the Release Preview Channel. This update primarily addresses issues related to the update process and introduces several new features aimed at enhancing user efficiency and convenience.

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5240 (Beta Channel) released

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Microsoft has announced the release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5240 (KB5055645) for users in the Beta Channel, specifically targeting those on Windows 11 version 23H2. This update introduces several enhancements and fixes aimed at improving user experience across various components, including File Explorer, system settings, and voice access features.

Windows 10 KB5059091 (OS Build 17763.7249) released

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On April 16, 2025, Microsoft released an out-of-band update for Windows 10, designated as KB5059091 (OS Build 17763.7249). This update specifically targets Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019, Windows 10 IoT Core LTSC, and Windows Server 2019. The primary focus of this update is to resolve issues related to container images and servicing stacks, enhancing the overall stability and compatibility of the operating system.

Windows Server 2022 KB5059092 (OS Build 20348.3566) Out-of-band released

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Microsoft has announced the release of an out-of-band update for Windows Server 2022, designated as KB5059092 (OS Build 20348.3566), aimed at resolving issues related to the 2025.04 B container images. This update, released on April 16, 2025, ensures enhanced compatibility and reliability across various Windows versions by addressing a significant problem where Windows containers running in Hyper-V isolation mode could fail to start if there was a mismatch in their update levels compared to the hosting utility virtual machine (UVM). This incompatibility led to issues with system files that ultimately caused startup failures, but the new update rectifies these problems, allowing containers to access the required system files from the host correctly.

Windows 11 Build 22631.5261 (Release Preview Channel) released

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Microsoft has announced the release of Windows 11 Build 22631.5261 to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel as part of the Windows 11 version 23H2 update. This build introduces a variety of new features and enhancements aimed at improving user experience and system performance. Key features include:

Windows 10 Build 19045.5794 (Release Preview Channel) released

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Microsoft has rolled out Windows 10 Build 19045.5794 (KB5055612) to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, specifically for those on version 22H2. This update addresses two key issues: first, it resolves a case-sensitivity problem in the GPU paravirtualization check within the Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2), which could have impeded GPU paravirtualization support. Secondly, it enhances OS security by updating the Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist, adding new drivers that pose security risks and have been implicated in Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5551 (Dev Channel) released

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Microsoft has launched the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5551 for users in the Dev Channel. This update enhances the Windows search functionality, making it easier to find settings by allowing users to search using their own phrases instead of needing the exact setting name. This feature is powered by a 40+ TOPS NPU integrated into Copilot+ PCs, enabling offline semantic searches.

.NET 10 Preview 3 released

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.NET 10 Preview 3 has officially been released, bringing a host of enhancements across multiple areas, including the .NET Runtime, SDK, libraries, C#, ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and .NET MAUI. Key features of this release include a safe method for creating ValidationContext, improved support for Telemetry Schema URLs within ActivitySource and Meter, enhanced byte-level operations in the BPE Tokenizer, and a dependable option for the LightGBM Trainer in ML.NET.

AttackSurfaceAnalyzer 2.3.321 released

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The latest version of AttackSurfaceAnalyzer, 2.3.321, has been released, introducing important updates and features. This release includes updates to various dependencies, which enhances the overall performance and security of the tool. Additionally, a new privacy statement link has been integrated into the graphical user interface (GUI), improving transparency regarding data handling and user privacy.

Windows 11 Build 26100.3902 (Release Preview Channel) released

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Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26100.3902 to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, introducing a variety of new features and enhancements aimed at improving user experience and productivity. This update is part of the Windows 11 24H2 version.