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What’s new in Build 28020.1371

Fixes

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What’s new in Build 28020.1371

Fixes gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

[Start menu]

• Fixed an issue where selecting something from inside a folder of pinned items in Start menu, could lead to the whole folder becoming invisible in Start menu.

[File Explorer]

• Fixed an issue causing File Explorer to show a white flash when navigating between pages for some Insiders after the previous flight.

[Input]

• Fixed an issue where the keyboard character repeat delay in Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Keyboard was backwards from how it was set in the backend.

[Other]

• Fixed an underlying issue that could lead to your PC freezing where attempting to run Windows Terminal elevated from a non-admin account.

• Fixed an issue where the Share dialog might unexpectedly show an option to share to Shell Experience Host.

Known issues

[General]

• [NEW] The desktop watermark is showing the wrong build number.

Reminders for Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel

• These builds can be unstable and may be released with limited documentation. Join Windows Insider – Get early access to Windows 11 features & updates

• The builds we release to the Canary Channel represent the latest platform changes early in the development cycle and should not be seen as matched to any specific release of Windows. Features and experiences included in these builds may never get released as we try out different concepts and get feedback. Features may change over time, be removed, or replaced and never get released beyond Windows Insiders. Some of these features and experiences could show up in future Windows releases when they’re ready.

• Many features in the Canary Channel are rolled out using Control Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and ramping up over time as we monitor feedback to see how they land before pushing them out to everyone in this channel.
• Some features may show up in the Dev and Beta Channels first before showing up in the Canary Channel.
• Some features in active development we preview with Windows Insiders may not be fully localized and localization will happen over time as features are finalized. As you see issues with localization in your language, please report those issues to us via Feedback Hub.
• To get off the Canary Channel, a clean install of Windows 11 will be required. As a reminder - Insiders can’t switch to a channel that is receiving builds with lower build numbers without doing a clean installation of Windows 11 due to technical setup requirements.

• Check out Flight Hub for a complete look at what build is in which Insider channel.

As a reminder, we are offering the same builds to both the Dev & Beta Channels on Windows

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As a reminder, we are offering the same builds to both the Dev & Beta Channels on Windows 11

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What’s new in Build 28020.1362

Changes and Impro

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What’s new in Build 28020.1362

Changes and Improvements Gradually Rolling Out

[Gaming]

• The full screen experience (FSE) is now available on more Windows 11 handheld devices after its initial launch on ASUS ROG Ally and ROG Ally X. FSE gives you a console-style interface with the Xbox app, making handheld gaming clean and distraction-free. It improves performance by minimizing background tasks, so gameplay stays smooth and responsive. To turn it on, go to Settings > Gaming > Full screen experience, and set Xbox as your home app. You can open FSE from Task View or Game Bar​​​​​​ or configure your handheld to enter full screen experience on startup.

• Feedback: Share your thoughts in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Gaming and Xbox > Gaming Handhelds.

[Click to Do]

• The Click to Do context menu is being updated with a streamlined design, making it simpler to locate what you need. Frequently used actions like Copy, Save, Share, and Open will now be easier to access directly from the context menu.
• Whenever a large image or table appears on your screen, the context menu will automatically pop up, making it quicker and easier to access the actions and results you need.

[Agent in Settings]

• We’re introducing new experiences to make it easier to modify settings in both search and recommended settings.
• Recommend Settings: Now allows for faster changes by showing an inline agent action for recently modified settings.

• Search: We now show more available results in the search fly out to discover what you’re looking for and to allow you to quickly modify those settings. In cases where the settings can’t be adjusted further, a dialog lets you know why and provides an option to modify the settings as needed.

[Studio Effects] 

• We are working to bring the Windows Studio Effects experience from integrated laptop cameras to a broader range of camera hardware, helping you stay professional and look your best across more setups. On supported Copilot+ PCs, we are rolling out the ability to use Studio Effect’s AI-powered camera enhancements with an additional, alternative camera – such as a USB webcam or your laptop’s built-in rear camera.

• To get started, navigate to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Cameras and select your preferred camera from the connected cameras list. Then, open the advanced camera options menu to find the new “Use Windows Studio Effects” toggle. Once enabled, you can now access and adjust Studio Effects directly from the camera settings page or via the quick settings menu in the taskbar.
• For more information on Windows Studio Effects and device prerequisites, check out Windows Studio Effects – Microsoft Support.

[Drag Tray]

• Drag Tray now supports multi-file sharing, intelligently surfaces more relevant apps, and enables seamless file movement to a chosen folder.

• We’ve added the ability to turn Drag Tray on/off from Settings > System > Nearby sharing.

[File Explorer]

• Dark Mode: We’ve made improvements to the dark mode experience in File Explorer starting with key actions like copy, move, and delete dialogs. You’ll now see a consistent dark mode experience in:
  • The default and expanded state for copy, move, and delete dialogs
  • Progress bars and chart views
  • Dialogs for confirming states like skip, override, and file selection
  • Multiple confirmation and error dialogs

• For Insiders with Copilot+ PCs, we’re updating the File Explorer Search Box placeholder text to raise awareness of the improved Windows Search experience introduced earlier this year. Learn more in our January blog post.

• When you hover over a file in File Explorer Home, commands such as Open file location and Ask Copilot appear as quick actions. This experience is now supported for work and school accounts (Entra ID). This feature isn’t available in the European Economic Area.

[Mobile Device Settings]

• You can now directly add and manage your mobile devices from Settings on your Windows PC by navigating to “Mobile Devices” under the Bluetooth & Devices section. This page allows you to view your mobile devices, add new mobile devices, and manage features such as using your device as a connected camera or accessing your device’s files in File Explorer.

[Desktop Spotlight]

• We are trying out a change that adds “Learn more about this background” and “Next desktop background” to the context menu when you click on your desktop if you have Windows Spotlight chosen as your desktop background under Settings > Personalization > Background.

[Input] 

• We’re moving more keyboard settings from Control Panel to Settings – this includes that the setting for character repeat delay / rate is now available under Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Keyboard, and the setting for cursor blink rate is now available under Settings > Accessibility > Text cursor.

• Keyboard backlight performance has improved on supported HID-compliant keyboards. Compatible keyboards display keys clearly in low-light environments, and the backlight adjusts to help conserve power.
• The AltGr layer is now enabled for the Arabic 101 keyboard layout.  The left Alt key continues to function as before, while the right Alt key acts as a modifier to access additional symbols. The first new symbol mapped to AltGr on the Arabic 101 layout is the Saudi Riyal currency symbol (AltGr+S). The Saudi Riyal currency symbol is also available on the touch keyboard’s symbols page and the expressive input panels currency tab. Users who switch languages with Alt+Shift can continue to use the left Alt+Shift or the general shortcut Windows logo key+Spacebar. Arabic 102 and Arabic 102 AZERTY layouts are updated similarly.

• Pens that support haptic feedback will now deliver tactile responses during certain interactions with the system UI. For example, you may feel vibrations when hovering over the close button or when snapping and resizing windows.

[Game Pass]

• In this build we have modified references to Game Pass plans in Settings to reflect updated branding and benefits.

[OneDrive]

• We are rolling out the new OneDrive icon in Accounts and Homepages in Settings.

[Recovery] 

• Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) now runs a one-time scan on PCs with settings quick machine recoveryand automatically check for solutions are both turned on. If a fix isn’t available immediately, QMR directs you to the best recovery options to get your PC running again.Alt txt: In Settings for Systems, Recovery, “Quick machine recovery” and “Automatically check for solutions” are enabled to run a onetime QMR scan by default.

[Advanced Settings] 

• You can now turn on Virtual Workspaces in Advanced Settings. Virtual Workspaces allow you to enable or disable virtual environments such as Hyper-V and Windows Sandbox. To access Virtual Workspaces, go to Settings> Systems > Advanced.

Fixes gradually being rolled out

[File Explorer]

• Fixed an issue where File Explorer might unexpectedly not show thumbnails for video files containing certain EXIF metadata.
• Fixed an issue where an old white toolbar might sometimes appear unexpectedly in File Explorer.
• Fixed an issue where when you right-clicked a file, the app icon next to the Open option might appear generic instead of showing the default app for that file type.
• Fixed an issue where when opening a folder from another app (for example, opening the Downloads folder from a browser), your custom view — including sorting files by name, changing the icon size, or removing grouping — unexpectedly might reset back to default.
• Fixed an issue where the body of the File explorer window might no longer respond to mouse clicks after invoking the context menu.
• Fixed an issue where extracting very large archive folders (1.5gb+) might fail with a “Catastrophic Error” (error code 0x8000FFFF).
• Fixed an issue which could cause File Explorer to become unresponsive when opening Home.

[Settings]

• Fixed and issue where Settings might become unresponsive when attempting to navigate to the Network & Internet section.
• Fixed an issue where the search bar in Settings might become overlapped with the minimum and maximum buttons in the title bar.
• Fixed an issue where the processor name in Settings > System > About might be truncated.

[Taskbar]

• Fixed an issue where the automatically hide the taskbar setting might unexpectedly turn off, after seeing a message saying a toolbar is already hidden on this side of your screen.
• Fixed an issue where Voice access wasn’t working correctly when attempting to interact with the taskbar (calling out a number might not invoke that item).
• Fixed and issue where the taskbar icons might automatically scale to be smaller, although there was enough room left without scaling changes.
• Fixed an issue where if you hovered over an app icon on the taskbar, and then selected the window preview, the preview might dismiss and not bring the window to the foreground.

[Start menu]

• For Insiders with the new Start menu, the Windows Search panel now matches the new Start menu in size. This update aims to create a smoother transition when searching.

[Internet]

• Made some underlying improvements to help address an issue which could lead to not having internet after resuming from disconnected standby. Please don’t hesitate to file feedback under Network and Internet in the Feedback Hub if you continue experiencing issues.

[Display and graphics]

• Improved performance when apps query monitors for their full list of supported modes. When this happened it could previously lead to a momentary stutter on very high-resolution monitors. This work should help prevent and reduce stuttering in these scenarios.
• Fixed an issue where All-in-one PCs might experience issues with their brightness slider, where it unexpectedly would revert to the original brightness when interacting with it.
• Fixed an issue where recently certain games might display the message Unsupported graphics card detected, although a supported graphics card was being used.
• Fixed an issue where apps and browsers might display partially unresponsive onscreen content when other maximized or full-screen apps were updating in the background. This issue was particularly noticeable when scrolling, as only parts of the window content might update.
• Fixed an issue where text might not render correctly when editing content within a multiline text box in certain apps.

[Login and Lock screens]

• Made some underlying changes to improve the performance of loading the taskbar after unlocking your PC from sleep. This also should help in cases where the password field and other sign-in screen contents didn’t render when transitioning from the lock screen to the sign-in screen after sleep.
• Fixed an issue where it might be very slow the first time when signing into a new account.
• Fixed an issue where when your lock screen was set to slide show, there might be a memory leak. Memory leaks can lead to performance or reliability issues over time.

[Narrator]

• Fixed an issue where Narrator might take abrupt random pauses during continuous reading. in word docs.

[Windows Update]

• Fixed an underlying issue which could cause "Update and shutdown" to not actually shut down your PC after updating
• Fixed an underlying issue which could lead to some Insiders seeing error 0x8007042B when attempting to upgrade to Canary from recent Windows 11 24H2 or 25H2-based builds.

[Task Manager]

• Fixed an issue where Task Manager might open as expected, but if you tried to close it it would remain running in the background, with the number of processes growing each time you opened Task Manager. This could also lead to Task Manager unexpectedly appearing on boot.

[Other]

• Fixed an issue where certain apps might become unresponsive when launching the Open or Save Dialog.
• Fixed an issue where interacting with the desktop might unexpectedly invoke Task View.

[Paint App update rolling out to Canary & Dev Channels] 

• With Paint version 11.2511.281.0, we’re introducing the collapse toolbar feature in Paint. To get started, open Paint and click the chevron icon at the bottom-right of the ribbon to enable Automatically hide toolbar. Once the toolbar collapses, use the Show toolbar button to bring it back and switch tools. To hide it again, click the Hide toolbar button or anywhere outside the toolbar. When you’re ready to return to the default view, click the chevron icon and select Always show toolbar.

• FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Apps > Paint.

Reminders for Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel

• These builds can be unstable and may be released with limited documentation. Join Windows Insider – Get early access to Windows 11 features & updates

• The builds we release to the Canary Channel represent the latest platform changes early in the development cycle and should not be seen as matched to any specific release of Windows. Features and experiences included in these builds may never get released as we try out different concepts and get feedback. Features may change over time, be removed, or replaced and never get released beyond Windows Insiders. Some of these features and experiences could show up in future Windows releases when they’re ready.

• Many features in the Canary Channel are rolled out using Control Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and ramping up over time as we monitor feedback to see how they land before pushing them out to everyone in this channel.
• Some features may show up in the Dev and Beta Channels first before showing up in the Canary Channel.
• Some features in active development we preview with Windows Insiders may not be fully localized and localization will happen over time as features are finalized. As you see issues with localization in your language, please report those issues to us via Feedback Hub.
• To get off the Canary Channel, a clean install of Windows 11 will be required. As a reminder - Insiders can’t switch to a channel that is receiving builds with lower build numbers without doing a clean installation of Windows 11 due to technical setup requirements.

• Check out Flight Hub for a complete look at what build is in which Insider channel.

What’s new in Build 28000.1340

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What’s new in Build 28000.1340

[General] 

• This update includes a small set of general improvements and fixes that improve the overall experience for Insiders running this build on their PCs.
• This update is beginning to enable some more of the new features and improvements originally released with the October non-security preview update for Windows 11, version 24H2 and 25H2.

[Administrator Protection] 

• The admin protection feature is temporarily disabled for Insiders in Canary. We appreciate your patience. 

[Storage] 

• Fixed an issue which could cause some Storage Spaces to become inaccessible or Storage Spaces Direct to fail when creating a storage cluster. 

Reminders for Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel

• The builds we release to the Canary Channel represent the latest platform changes early in the development cycle and should not be seen as matched to any specific release of Windows. Features and experiences included in these builds may never get released as we try out different concepts and get feedback. Features may change over time, be removed, or replaced and never get released beyond Windows Insiders. Some of these features and experiences could show up in future Windows releases when they’re ready.

• Many features in the Canary Channel are rolled out using Control Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and ramping up over time as we monitor feedback to see how they land before pushing them out to everyone in this channel.
• Some features may show up in the Dev and Beta Channels first before showing up in the Canary Channel.
• Some features in active development we preview with Windows Insiders may not be fully localized and localization will happen over time as features are finalized. As you see issues with localization in your language, please report those issues to us via Feedback Hub.
• To get off the Canary Channel, a clean install of Windows 11 will be required. As a reminder - Insiders can’t switch to a channel that is receiving builds with lower build numbers without doing a clean installation of Windows 11 due to technical setup requirements.

• Check out Flight Hub for a complete look at what build is in which Insider channel.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/12/05/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-26220-7344-dev-beta-channels/ Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:01:20 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178455 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7344 (KB5070316) to the Dev & Beta Channels.

As a reminder, we are offering the same builds to both the Dev & Beta Channels on Windows 11,

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]]> Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7344 (KB5070316) to the Dev & Beta Channels. As a reminder, we are offering the same builds to both the Dev & Beta Channels on Windows 11, version 25H2. If you are an Insider in the Dev Channel, you now have a window to switch from the Dev Channel to the Beta Channel if you would like. This window will only be open for as long as we’re releasing the same 25H2-based updates across both the Dev and Beta Channels. After we move Dev Channel forward to a higher build number, the opportunity to switch between these channels will close. When the Dev Channel jumps ahead, things might not be as stable as the Dev Channel is today, so we highly encourage you to evaluate which channel you would like to be in during the time in which the window to switch is open. Changes in Dev & Beta Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, improvements, and fixes that are being gradually rolled out for Insiders who have turned on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available (via Settings > Windows Update*) and then new features, improvements, and fixes rolling out to everyone in the Dev & Beta Channels. For more information, see the Reminders section at the bottom of this blog post.

New features gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

Public preview of native support for MCP on Windows

Windows now offers native support for the Model Context Protocol (MCP), an open standard that gives AI agents a universal way to connect with apps, tools, and services. Agents can discover and connect to these tools and other agents via a secure, manageable Windows on-device registry (ODR). By default, all agent connectors in the Windows on-device registry will be contained in a secure environment with their own identity and audit trail. With OS level integration, MCP on Windows delivers secure discoverability, consistent controls, and enterprise grade manageability—empowering developers, IT professionals, and end users to build and deploy agentic workflows at scale. [caption id="attachment_178461" align="alignnone" width="624"] MCP enables secure agent connections to Windows apps and services.[/caption] As part of this release, two agent connectors are built into Windows—File Explorer and Windows Settings.

• File Explorer Connector Agents can use the File Explorer connector to manage, organize and retrieve local files on a user’s device with their consent. On Copilot+ PCs, the connector can also perform natural language search to retrieve the exact file based on descriptions, content, metadata, and, for images, enhanced search based on image classification.
• Windows Settings Connector On Copilot+ PC devices, Windows Settings connector lets users check, change settings, or navigate directly to specific pages such as display, mouse, keyboard, and sound using natural language.

Feedback: Share your thoughts in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Developer Platform > All other issues.

Quick Machine Recovery

Quick machine recovery (QMR) will now be turned on automatically for Windows Professional devices that are not domain joined. These devices will get the same recovery features as Windows Home users. For enterprise computers that are domain joined, nothing changes—QMR will stay off unless your organization turns it on. Feedback: Share your thoughts in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Recovery and Uninstall > Quick Machine Recovery.

Update Orchestration Platform (UOP)

The Unified Update Orchestration Platform (UOP) is starting to roll out to Windows Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels. UOP makes app updates more consistent and predictable, with fewer interruptions. Insiders will see a new page in Settings > Apps > App Updates, where they can check update progress and take action if needed. How it Works

• Apps will register with UOP via APIs.

• UOP triggers a registered app to scan, download and install updates based on user activity and system state.

• Apps continue to utilize their own backend for acquiring updates.
• Apps report update status back to UOP, so users can see it in the App Updates page.

Availability No apps utilize UOP yet because the feature is new, but  apps will start using it over time. The feature is partially enabled for Dev and Beta Channel Insiders today and will reach full enablement in these channels soon. API documentation will follow. Feedback: Share your thoughts in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Downloading, installing, and configuring Windows Update.

Windows MIDI Services

We’re excited to announce the highly anticipated production release of Windows MIDI Services, going to the Dev and Beta  Windows Insider channels today, and then to retail Windows in the next few months. This is our update of MIDI on Windows with a focus on a great experience for musicians using MIDI 1.0 or MIDI 2.0. Thank you to all the Insiders who provided feedback on the February 5, 2025 Canary Channel Windows Midi Services preview: Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27788 (Canary Channel) | Windows Insider Blog. Your feedback, bug reports, and testing have been invaluable! New features in this release include:

• Full support for WinMM MIDI 1.0 and WinRT MIDI 1.0, complete with in-service translation, enabling any API to use any MIDI 1.0 or MIDI 2.0 device. This means your existing applications will use the new service and gain important new features like the ability for more than one app to open a MIDI port at the same time, custom port names, and more.

• New loopback and app-to-app MIDI support.

• Lots of performance improvements and bug fixes thanks to our vibrant community. Thank you!

The App SDK and Tools package is a separate download, versioned outside of Windows. This enables applications to use the in-box MIDI 2.0 features and also provides the tools you need to manage your MIDI setup on Windows, including the MIDI Console and MIDI Settings app. Current releases are available on our GitHub repo releases page or via the main Windows MIDI Services landing page. Please note that these are unsigned releases at the moment and so will give you a warning when you download and install.  [caption id="attachment_178460" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Windows MIDI Services Console Monitor[/caption] [caption id="attachment_178457" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Windows MIDI Services Settings app[/caption] We look forward to having Windows Insiders who create music try out the Windows MIDI Services release especially with your current applications and devices. You can also join the discussion on Discord if you have questions or are looking to help or provide feedback! You will find a list of known issues documented here. Feedback: Share your thoughts on GitHub or Discord.

Changes and Improvements gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

[“Open With” App Integration]

We're updating Open With so that if you don’t have a relevant app you need installed, instead of having to open Microsoft Store to find it, it will now show directly in this list as available to install. This makes it faster and easier to find and install the app you need. [Update 12/8] This functionality originally rolled out to the Dev Channel and Beta Channel last spring. [caption id="attachment_178458" align="alignnone" width="975"] Choose an app to open files—now with direct Microsoft Store integration.[/caption]

Fixes gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

[Search]

• Fixed a recent issue which could caused the search window to unexpectedly start floating above the taskbar.

[File Explorer]

• If there are no available or enabled AI Actions, this section will no longer show in the context menu.
• Fixed an issue where File Explorer might not search certain SMB shares after the latest updates.

[Windows Hello]

• Fixed an issue resulting in fingerprint recognition not working for some Insiders after the latest flights.

[Display and Graphics]

• Fixed an issue which could cause the Project pane to not appear after pressing WIN + P.

[Xbox full screen experience for PC]

• For Insiders with the new Xbox full screen experience for PC, the virtual keyboard should now show properly when needed for controller users on devices without a touch screen.

[Other]

• Fixed an issue in the previous flight which was leading to some Insiders seeing a bugcheck with error DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL when using a controller.
• Fixed an underlying issue that could lead to your PC freezing where attempting to run Windows Terminal elevated from a non-admin account.

Known issues

[Xbox full screen experience for PC]

• Some apps may behave unexpectedly when using FSE, particularly those that expect to be locked to a given size or launch additional windows.

[Taskbar & System Tray]

• We’re working on the fix for an issue which is causing the Start menu to not open for some Insiders on click, although it will open if you press the Windows key. This issue may also potentially impact the notification center (which you can open with WIN + N) and quick settings (WIN + A).
• We’re investigating an issue where for some Insiders apps aren’t showing in the system tray when they should be.

[File Explorer]

• Scrollbar and footer are missing and showing a white block instead when text is scaled in dark mode version of the copy dialog.
• We’re working on the fix for an issue where File Explorer has started showing a white flash when navigating between pages after the latest flights.
• [NEW] We’re working on the fix for an issue where opening the context menu is causing explorer.exe to crash for some Insiders after the previous flight.

[Bluetooth]

• We’re investigating an issue causing Bluetooth device battery level to not show for some Insiders.

Reminders for Windows Insiders in the Dev & Beta Channels

• Updates are based on Windows 11, version 25H2 via an enablement package (Build 26220.xxxx).
• Many features are rolled out using Controlled Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and ramping up over time as we monitor feedback to see how they land before pushing them out to everyone in this channel.
• For Windows Insiders who want to be the first to get features gradually rolled out to you, you can turn ON the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Windows Update*. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your PC over time once they are ready.
• Features and experiences included in these builds may never get released as we try out different concepts and get feedback. Features may change over time, be removed, or replaced and never get released beyond Windows Insiders. Some of these features and experiences could show up in future Windows releases when they’re ready.
• Some features in active development we preview with Windows Insiders may not be fully localized and localization will happen over time as features are finalized. As you see issues with localization in your language, please report those issues to us via Feedback Hub.
• Check out Flight Hub for a complete look at what build is in which Insider channel.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/11/21/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-26100-7271-dev-beta-channels/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 18:04:57 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178442 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 (KB5070307) to the Dev & Beta Channels.

As a reminder we are offering the same builds to both the Dev & Beta Channel

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]]> Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 (KB5070307) to the Dev & Beta Channels. As a reminder we are offering the same builds to both the Dev & Beta Channels on Windows 11, version 25H2. If you are an Insider in the Dev Channel, you now have a window to switch from the Dev Channel to the Beta Channel if you would like. This window will only be open for as long as we’re releasing the same 25H2-based updates across both the Dev and Beta Channels. After we move Dev Channel forward to a higher build number, the opportunity to switch between these channels will close. When the Dev Channel jumps ahead, things might not be as stable as the Dev Channel is today, so we highly encourage you to evaluate which channel you would like to be in during the time in which the window to switch is open. Changes in Dev & Beta Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, improvements, and fixes that are being gradually rolled out for Insiders who have turned on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available (via Settings > Windows Update*) and then new features, improvements, and fixes rolling out to everyone in the Dev & Beta Channels. For more information, see the Reminders section at the bottom of this blog post.

Introducing the Xbox full screen experience for PC

Alongside today’s general availability of the Xbox full screen experience (FSE) on more Windows handhelds, today’s preview to Windows Insiders also expands availability of FSE to additional Windows 11 PC form factors. Designed with console-style navigation in mind, the Xbox full screen experience delivers a clean, distraction-free interface for controller-first gaming. Pair a controller to your PC for smooth task switching and a streamlined gaming experience on your desktop, laptop, or tablet. [caption id="attachment_178433" align="alignnone" width="1024"] UI showing the Task View in Xbox full screen experience on PC.[/caption] How to enter Xbox full screen experience: You can access Xbox full screen experience from Task View, Game Bar settings, or use Win + F11 hotkey to toggle FSE. [caption id="attachment_178432" align="alignnone" width="1024"] UI of the task view interface showing the option to access Xbox full screen experience.[/caption] The Xbox full screen experience begins as a gradual rollout to Windows Insiders on the Dev & Beta Channels, who are also registered Xbox Insiders. We expect to expand this later to all Insiders on the Dev & Beta Channels without requiring Xbox program registration. If you want to be among the first to try out these new features on your PC, join the Xbox Insiders Program and opt into the PC gaming preview through the Xbox Insiders Hub. For more information about the Xbox full screen experience, visit Full screen experience expands to more Windows 11 PC form factors. Feedback: Share your thoughts in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Gaming and Xbox > Gaming Full Screen Experience.

New features gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

Point-in-time restore for Windows

We’re excited to introduce point-in-time restore for Windows, now available to Insiders in the Beta and Dev Channels! This flexible recovery feature empowers you to quickly roll your device back to a previous state—helping minimize downtime and simplify troubleshooting when disruptions strike. Whether you’re dealing with a widespread outage or a one-off issue, point-in-time restore helps recover your system (including apps, settings, and user files) to get you back to productivity faster. For more details, check out our documentation. [caption id="attachment_178444" align="alignnone" width="618"] Point-in-time restore shown in the Troubleshoot menu for Windows RE.[/caption] Feedback: Share your thoughts in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Recovery and Uninstall > Point-in-time restore.

Introducing Fluid Dictation in Voice Typing

Following the introduction of Fluid dictation for voice access users, we’re also now introducing it for voice typing users on NPU devices. Fluid dictation makes voice-based dictation smoother and smarter by automatically correcting grammar, punctuation, and filler words as you speak, reducing the need for manual editing. Powered by on-device small language models (SLMs), it ensures fast and private processing. To use it, set focus to a text field and launch voice typing by pressing the Windows key plus H and complete setup if you're a first-time user. Fluid Dictation is enabled by default—you can check or toggle it via the settings flyout—so all you need to do is start talking! [caption id="attachment_178445" align="alignnone" width="583"] UI showing the Fluid Dictation toggle in the voice typing launcher.[/caption] Feedback: Share your thoughts in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Input and Language > Voice Typing (Windows key plus H).

Changes and Improvements gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

[Seamlessly resume more apps from your Android phone to your PC]

• Following the ability to resume Spotify tracks from your phone onto your PC, we’re excited to share that:
  • vivo Android phone users can also now continue your browsing activity from vivo Browser on your phone, onto your default browser on your PC.
  • Honor, Oppo, Samsung, vivo, and Xiaomi Android phone users can also now continue online files opened on M365 Copilot app from your phone onto your PC. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files will open in the respective app on your PC if you have it installed, or if you don’t they’ll open in the default browser on your PC. Note - offline files (stored locally on the phone) are not currently supported. [UPDATE 11/25] Huawei was removed from this section and Xiaomi was added.

FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Devices and Drivers > Linked Phone.

[Click to Do]

• We’re testing and refining the Click-to-Do top bar to determine the best experience for future updates. Functionality will vary by device and market.

[File Explorer]

• We’re making a few refinements to the context menu aimed at reducing the space taken by less commonly used actions, while keeping them easy to access. We’ve also updated the ordering of actions to group similar tasks. This includes:
  • We’ve moved Compress to ZIP file, Copy as Path, Set as Desktop Background, and Rotate Right, and Rotate Left into a new Manage file flyout.
  • We’ve moved cloud provider options, like Always Keep on this Device and Free Up Space, into their relevant cloud provider flyout.
  • We’ve moved Send to My Phone next to the cloud provider options.
  • We’ve moved Open Folder Location to now be next to Open and Open with.

[caption id="attachment_178446" align="alignnone" width="1024"] The image on the left shows the “before” experience before and the image on the right shows the “after” experience.[/caption] Note, the name Manage file may change in a future Insider update. If you have feedback, please file it in the Feedback Hub under Desktop Environment > Right-Click Context Menu

• We’re exploring preloading File Explorer in the background to help improve File Explorer launch performance. This shouldn’t be visible to you, outside of File Explorer hopefully launching faster when you need to use it. If you have the change, if needed there is an option you can uncheck to disable this called “Enable window preloading for faster launch times” in File Explorer’s Folder Options, under View. Looking forward to your feedback! If you do encounter any issues, please file them in the Feedback Hub under Files Folders and Online Storage > File Explorer Performance, or Files Folders and Online Storage > File Explorer.

[Microsoft Store]

Based on user feedback, we have added support for uninstalling Store-managed apps from the Store's library page. Simply find an installed app in your library, click the three-dot menu, and click uninstall. Please let us know what you think! [caption id="attachment_178447" align="alignnone" width="624"] UI showing the uninstall functionality for Store-managed apps from the Store's library page.[/caption] Windows Insiders across all channels running Microsoft Store version 22510.1401.x.x and higher will see this improvement. FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Microsoft Store.

Fixes gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

[Taskbar and System Tray]

• Fixed an issue which could cause the taskbar to hang after receiving certain notifications.
• Fixed an issue where the battery icon in the taskbar might unexpectedly show its own backplate when hovering over the icon in the system tray (instead of combined with wi-fi and volume).

[Internet]

• Made some underlying improvements to help address an issue which could lead to not having internet after resuming from disconnected standby. Please don’t hesitate to file feedback under Network and Internet in the Feedback Hub if you continue experiencing issues.

[File Explorer]

• Fixed an issue where if you opened the Recycle bin and had “Empty recycle bin” visible in the command bar, it might stay showing after you navigated away.

[Settings]

• Fixed an issue where Settings might crash when navigating to Privacy & Security > Camera, Location, or Microphone.

[Display and Graphics]

• Fixed an issue where recently certain games might show a message saying “Unsupported graphics card detected”, although a supported graphics card was being used.

[Task Manager]

• If you’re using Die or CAMM memory form factor, Task Manager will now show that in Performance under Memory > Form Factor, instead of a blank.

[.NET Framework and Visual Studio]

• The issue causing Insiders with ARM64 PCs to potentially observe crashes with Visual Studio or applications that depend on .NET Framework should be resolved if you have installed the latest .NET Framework update.

Known issues

[Xbox full screen experience for PC]

• [NEW] The virtual keyboard is not shown for controller users on devices without a touch screen. Please use the physical keyboard as a workaround for now.
• [NEW] Some apps may behave unexpectedly when using FSE, particularly those that expect to be locked to a given size or launch additional windows.

[Taskbar & System Tray]

• We’re investigating an issue which is causing the Start menu to not open for some Insiders on click, although it will open if you press the Windows key. It’s believed this issue may also potentially impact the notification center (which you can open with WIN + N).
• We’re investigating an issue where for some Insiders apps aren’t showing in the system tray when they should be.

[File Explorer]

• Scrollbar and footer are missing and showing a white block instead when text is scaled in dark mode version of the copy dialog.
• [NEW] We’re investigating an issue where File Explorer has started showing a white flash when navigating between pages after the previous flight.

[Bluetooth]

• [NEW] We’re investigating an issue causing Bluetooth device battery level to not show for some Insiders.

Reminders for Windows Insiders in the Dev & Beta Channels

• Updates are based on Windows 11, version 25H2 via an enablement package (Build 26220.xxxx).
• Many features are rolled out using Controlled Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and ramping up over time as we monitor feedback to see how they land before pushing them out to everyone in this channel.
• For Windows Insiders who want to be the first to get features gradually rolled out to you, you can turn ON the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Windows Update*. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your PC over time once they are ready.
• Features and experiences included in these builds may never get released as we try out different concepts and get feedback. Features may change over time, be removed, or replaced and never get released beyond Windows Insiders. Some of these features and experiences could show up in future Windows releases when they’re ready.
• Some features in active development we preview with Windows Insiders may not be fully localized and localization will happen over time as features are finalized. As you see issues with localization in your language, please report those issues to us via Feedback Hub.
• Check out Flight Hub for a complete look at what build is in which Insider channel.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/11/18/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-28000-1199-canary-channel/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:14:00 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178417 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28000.1199 to the Canary Channel. (KB 5068860)

What’s new in Build 28000.1199

[General]

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]]> Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28000.1199 to the Canary Channel. (KB 5068860)

What’s new in Build 28000.1199

[General]

• This update includes a small set of general improvements and fixes that improve the overall experience for Insiders running this build on their PCs.

Reminders for Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel

• The builds we release to the Canary Channel represent the latest platform changes early in the development cycle and should not be seen as matched to any specific release of Windows. Features and experiences included in these builds may never get released as we try out different concepts and get feedback. Features may change over time, be removed, or replaced and never get released beyond Windows Insiders. Some of these features and experiences could show up in future Windows releases when they’re ready.

• Many features in the Canary Channel are rolled out using Control Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and ramping up over time as we monitor feedback to see how they land before pushing them out to everyone in this channel.
• Some features may show up in the Dev and Beta Channels first before showing up in the Canary Channel.
• Some features in active development we preview with Windows Insiders may not be fully localized and localization will happen over time as features are finalized. As you see issues with localization in your language, please report those issues to us via Feedback Hub.
• To get off the Canary Channel, a clean install of Windows 11 will be required. As a reminder - Insiders can’t switch to a channel that is receiving builds with lower build numbers without doing a clean installation of Windows 11 due to technical setup requirements.

• Check out Flight Hub for a complete look at what build is in which Insider channel.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/11/17/releasing-windows-11-builds-26100-7296-and-26200-7296-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 17 Nov 2025 22:37:20 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178408 [UPDATE 11/26] We are releasing Builds 26100.7309 and 26200.7309 (KB 5070311) today which is a small update that includes some minor changes.

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 

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]]> UPDATE 11/26] We are releasing Builds 26100.7309 and 26200.7309 (KB 5070311) today which is a small update that includes some minor changes. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 26100.7296 and 26200.7296 (KB 5070311) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100) and version 25H2 (Build 26200). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

Gradual rollout

The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented. Please note that features and improvements that gradually roll out may not begin rolling out right away nor will they immediately show up right away.

Copilot+ PC only experiences

• [Camera] New! As part of the Copilot+ PCs experience, you can use Windows Studio Effects, which provides AI-powered camera enhancements on an additional, alternative camera such as a USB webcam or your laptop’s built-in rear camera. To get started, go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Cameras and select your preferred camera from the connected cameras list. Then, open the Advanced camera options and turn on Use Windows Studio Effects. After you turn it on, you can adjust Studio Effects from the camera settings page or the quick settings menu in the taskbar. For more info on the different AI experiences, see ms/copilotpluspcs.
• [Click to Do] These improvements are rolling out to Click to Do on Copilot+ PCs.
  • New! The Click to Do context menu now has a streamlined design that makesi it easier to access frequently used actions like Copy, Save, Share, and Open. You can quickly find what you need.
  • New! Whenever a large image or table appears on your screen, the context menu automatically opens, making it quicker and easier to access the actions and results you need.
• [Agent in Settings] These improvements are rolling out to Agents Settings on Copilot+ PCs.
  • New! The search results menu now displays more available results, making it easier to quickly find and modify your settings. A scroll bar lets you view all search results.
  • New! Recommended settings now make changes faster by showing an inline agent option for recently modified settings.
  • New! A dialog now appears when settings can’t be adjusted further. It explains why and provides an option to modify the settings as needed.

• [File Explorer] New! As part of the Copilot+ PC experience, the File Explorer Search Box placeholder text has been updated to highlight the enhanced Windows Search.

Windows 11 PC experiences – all supported devices

• [Desktop Spotlight] New! When Windows Spotlight is set as your desktop background (Settings > Personalization > Background), the context menu now includes two options: Learn more about this background and Next desktop background.

• [Drag Tray] For users with the Drag Tray:¹
  • New! Drag Tray now supports multi-file sharing, shows more relevant apps, and makes it easy to move files to a chosen folder.
  • New! You can now turn Drag Tray on or off from Settings > System > Nearby sharing.

• [Keyboard] New! Keyboard backlight performance has improved on supported HID-compliant keyboards. Compatible keyboards display keys clearly in low-light environments, and the backlight adjusts to help conserve power.

• [File Explorer]
  • New! File Explorer now offers a more consistent dark mode Key actions such as copy, move, and delete dialogs have been updated in both default and expanded views. Progress bars and chart views now align with the dark theme to improve readability. Confirmation dialogs for actions like skip, override, and file selection, along with multiple error dialogs, have also been refreshed for a cohesive look.
  • New! We’re working on consolidating the share options in the context menu into a single entry point. This change will initially be available to a small group of devices as we evaluate the best approach.
  • Fixed: File Explorer may unexpectedly not show thumbnails for video files containing certain EXIF metadata.
  • Fixed: An old white toolbar may sometimes randomly appear in File Explorer.
  • Fixed: When you right click on a file, the icon next to the entry to Open may be generic rather than matching the default app for that file type.

• [Settings]
  • New! Keyboard settings for character repeat delay and rate, and cursor blink rate, have moved from the Control Panel to Settings. You can now find character repeat delay and rate under Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard, and cursor blink rate under Settings > Accessibility > Text cursor.
  • New! You can view the Device Card on the Settings home page. It shows key specifications and usage details of your PC. From the card, go directly to Settings > About page for more detailed information about your PC. This card will show when signed in with your Microsoft account and in the U.S. only.
  • New! About in Settings now has an updated layout that organizes device details and related options in one place. You can quickly access features such as Storage settings for faster navigation.
  • Fixed: Settings may become unresponsive when attempting to navigate to the Network & Internet section.

• [Windows Hello] New! Windows Hello Enhanced Sign-in Security (ESS) now supports peripheral fingerprint sensors. To enroll a supported ESS fingerprint reader, go to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options and follow the prompts. [UPDATE 11/19] This feature will roll out in a future update.
• [Windows Share] New! ² You can share OneDrive files through other apps. The options appear under Share using when you select the Copy link. You must be signed into your Microsoft account.

• [Mobile Device Settings] New! You can now add and manage your mobile devices in Settings Bluetooth & Devices > Mobile On this page you can manage features such as using your device as a connected camera or accessing your device’s files in File Explorer.

• [Game Pass] References to Game Pass in Settings are now modified to reflect updated branding and benefits.

• [Taskbar & System Tray]
  • New! We’re updating the animations that appear when hovering over app groups on the taskbar, so that as you slide between apps you can now see the preview transition.
  • Fixed: The “Automatically hide the taskbar” setting may unexpectedly turn off, after seeing a message saying “a toolbar is already hidden on this side of your screen”.
  • Fixed: Voice access doesn't work correctly when attempting to interact with the taskbar (calling out a number may not invoke that item).

• [Recovery] On PCs with the settings “quick machine recovery” and “automatically check for solutions” both enabled, Quick Machine Recovery now runs a one‑time scan by default instead of repeating scans in a loop. If a fix isn’t available right away, QMR will quickly point you to the most appropriate recovery options to get you back up and running.

• [Widgets]
  • New! You can choose a default dashboard in Widget Board settings. When live weather is showing, the Widget Board opens the first dashboard in your navigation bar instead of the most recently used one, making the experience consistent. To set your default dashboard, open the full-page Widgets Settings by selecting Settings (gear icon) in the navigation bar, then move your preferred dashboard to the top.
  • New! Dashboard icons in the Widget navigation bar now show numbers that correspond to the number of alerts from that dashboard. Navigation bar badges clear automatically when you leave a dashboard, making it easy to track what’s new.

• [OneDrive] The new OneDrive icon is now in Accounts and Homepages in Settings.

• [Input] Pens that support haptic feedback will now deliver tactile responses during certain interactions with the system UI. For example, you may feel vibrations when hovering over the close button or when snapping and resizing windows.

• [Lock and Login Screens]
  • Fixed: It may be very slow the first time when logging into a new account.
  • Fixed: When your lock screen is set to slide show, there may be a memory leak. Memory leaks can lead to performance or reliability issues over time.

• [Display and Graphics]:
  • Improved: We’ve improved the performance when apps query monitors for their full list of supported modes. When this happens it could previously lead to a momentary stutter on very high-resolution monitors. This work should help prevent and reduce stuttering in these scenarios.
  • Fixed: All-in-one PCs may experience issues with their brightness slider, where it unexpectedly reverts to the original brightness when interacting with it.
  • Fixed: Recently certain games may show a message saying “Unsupported graphics card detected”, although a supported graphics card is used.

• [Smart cards]: Fixed: You may unexpectedly see STATUS_NOT_SUPPORTED (0xc00000bb) during logon when using ECC Smart Card Logon Credential.

• [Advanced Settings] You can now enable Virtual Workspaces in Advanced Settings. Virtual Workspaces allow you to enable or disable virtual environments such as Hyper-V, Windows Sandbox, and more. To access Virtual Workspaces go to Settings > Systems > Advanced.

¹ This feature is gradually rolling out, and availability will vary by device and market. Drag tray might not be available to all devices yet. For more information on Drag Tray, see KB5058499. 2 Feature availability depends on your device and market. This feature isn’t available in the European Economic Area.

Normal Rollout

This non-security update includes quality improvements. The following summary outlines key issues addressed by the KB update after you install it. Also, included are available new features. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change.

• [Security] Fixed: This update addresses an issue that affects Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). LSASS could become unstable due to an access violation.

The following fixes were added on 11/26:

• [Settings] Fixed: Settings may unexpectedly close when navigating to Settings > Privacy & Security > Microphone, Camera, or Location pages after the latest updates.
• [Search indexer] Fixed: After the latest updates, File Explorer may no longer perform search on certain SMB shares
• [Notifications] Fixed: After the latest updates, explorer.exe may hang (leading to the taskbar becoming unresponsive) after certain notifications.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team *Functionality will vary by device and market; text actions will be available across markets in select character sets. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/11/17/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-26220-7262-dev-beta-channels/ Mon, 17 Nov 2025 22:04:03 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178399 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7262 (KB5070303) to the Dev & Beta Channels.

As a reminder we are offering the same builds to both the Dev & Beta Channel

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]]> Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7262 (KB5070303) to the Dev & Beta Channels. As a reminder we are offering the same builds to both the Dev & Beta Channels on Windows 11, version 25H2. If you are an Insider in the Dev Channel, you now have a window to switch from the Dev Channel to the Beta Channel if you would like. This window will only be open for as long as we’re releasing the same 25H2-based updates across both the Dev and Beta Channels. After we move Dev Channel forward to a higher build number, the opportunity to switch between these channels will close. When the Dev Channel jumps ahead, things might not be as stable as the Dev Channel is today, so we highly encourage you to evaluate which channel you would like to be in during the time in which the window to switch is open. Changes in Dev & Beta Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, improvements, and fixes that are being gradually rolled out for Insiders who have turned on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available (via Settings > Windows Update*) and then new features, improvements, and fixes rolling out to everyone in the Dev & Beta Channels. For more information, see the Reminders section at the bottom of this blog post.

New features gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

HD Voices in Narrator and Magnifier

Narrator and Magnifier now support high-definition voices for English (United States), powered by Azure’s latest on-device text-to-speech models. These voices use generative AI to adjust tone and pacing for more natural, expressive speech. When reading with Narrator or listening to text in Magnifier, HD voices provide clearer audio and smoother flow. This helps reduce listening fatigue during long sessions and makes it easier to stay focused on the content. While natural voices are available in multiple languages, HD voices are currently offered in English (United States). Both Narrator and Magnifier allow you to personalize your experience by adjusting voice speed and switching between voices anytime. To enable in Narrator

1. Open Settings → Accessibility → Narrator.
2. Navigate to “add a natural voice” button
3. Download your preferred HD voice.
4. Switch voices or adjust speed anytime in Narrator settings.

Currently, HD voices are available in English (United States), with one male (Andrew) and one female (Ava) option to choose from. Magnifier also supports natural voices, including new HD options for even clearer, more lifelike speech. To enable:

1. Open Settings → Accessibility → Magnifier.
2. Navigate to “add a natural voice” button
3. Download your preferred voice.
4. Change voices or adjust speed anytime in Magnifier settings.

[caption id="attachment_178403" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] UI showing list of voices that can be downloaded in Magnifier.[/caption] FEEDBACK: Please share your feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Accessibility > Narrator or Accessibility > Magnifier.

Narrator now supports math

• We’re introducing the first phase of Math reading in Narrator, bringing clearer and more natural math experiences to users who are blind or have low vision. With this update, equations in Microsoft 365 apps such as Word can now be read in a structured way that reflects how they’re meant to be understood. Math is at the heart of STEM education and learning, and this improvement helps ensure that students and professionals can independently explore equations, formulas, and scientific notations with confidence.
• To try out this experience, turn on Narrator (press Win + Ctrl + Enter) and open a Word document containing mathematical equations. Use any of the standard Narrator reading commands to hear equations read aloud in a more natural, structured way. We’re continuing to refine this experience and plan to expand it to more scenarios in the future.
• FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Accessibility > Narrator.

AI Components Setting

• New “Experimental agentic features” toggle in the Settings app. This setting, under System >AI Components, allows agents to use new Windows agentic features. More information can be found here: Experimental Agentic Features - Microsoft Support.

[caption id="attachment_178411" align="alignnone" width="1024"] UI showing the Windows Settings app, specifically under System > AI components where users can activate the “Experimental agentic features” toggle.[/caption]

Changes and Improvements gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

[Click to Do]

• The Click to Do context menu is being updated with a streamlined design, making it simpler to locate what you need. Frequently used actions like Copy, Save, Share, and Open will now be easier to access directly from the context menu.
• Whenever a large image or table appears on your screen, the context menu will automatically pop up, making it quicker and easier to access the actions and results you need.

[caption id="attachment_178402" align="alignnone" width="1024"] UI showing the context menu automatically appearing to provide quick access to common actions.[/caption]

Image Object Selection Update

• We are temporarily turning off Image Object select as detailed here for Dev and Beta

Teaching Tip Updates

• Teaching tips and introduction screen in tutorial mode have been improved.
• A new "Launch Tutorial" button and refreshed instructions make it easier for users to start the tutorial.

[Input]

• Pens that support haptic feedback will now deliver tactile responses during certain interactions with the system UI. For example, you may feel vibrations when hovering over the close button or when snapping and resizing windows.

[File Explorer]

• We are reconfiguring the CFR that supported AI Actions in File Explorer – Insiders may see a temporary loss in image actions and Copilot summary actions as this is relaunched and gradually rolled out to Insiders in the Dev & Beta Channels.
• We’re temporarily stopping the roll out of the ability for newly launched File Explorer folders to open in tabs instead of windows, as it wasn’t working correctly. Appreciate your patience.
• We’re working on consolidating the share options in the context menu into a single entry point. (Updated 11/17)

[Administrator Protection]

• We're temporarily stopping the rollout of administrator protection feature. Appreciate your patience. (Updated 11/17)

Fixes gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

[General]

• Fixed an issue resulting in mouse and keyboard not working for some Insiders in WinRE / Advanced Startup.

[Recall]

• Fixed an issue recently causing some Insiders to see a message saying they don’t have an eligible camera for Recall when they did.

[Task Manager]

• Fixed an issue where the Task Manager process wasn’t stopping correctly after closing Task Manager. As a result of this, you may have also seen Task Manager unexpectedly open on boot.

[Settings]

• Fixed an issue where the Virtual Workspaces options weren’t working correctly in Settings > System > Advanced. As part of this fix, the option is now available again for Insiders.
• Fixed an issue where the CPU information in Settings > System > About may be unexpectedly truncated.

Known issues

[Taskbar & System Tray]

• We’re investigating an issue which is causing the Start menu to not open for some Insiders on click, although it will open if you press the Windows key. It’s believed this issue may also potentially impact the notification center (which you can open with WIN + N).
• We’re investigating an issue where for some Insiders apps aren’t showing in the system tray when they should be.

[File Explorer]

• Scrollbar and footer are missing and showing a white block instead when text is scaled in dark mode version of the copy dialog.

[.NET Framework and Visual Studio]

• [NEW] Insiders using ARM64 PCs may observe crashes with Visual Studio or applications that depend on .NET Framework. To resolve the problem, scan for Windows Updates and install the latest .NET Framework update.

Reminders for Windows Insiders in the Dev & Beta Channels

• Updates are based on Windows 11, version 25H2 via an enablement package (Build 26220.xxxx).
• Many features are rolled out using Controlled Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and ramping up over time as we monitor feedback to see how they land before pushing them out to everyone in this channel.
• For Windows Insiders who want to be the first to get features gradually rolled out to you, you can turn ON the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Windows Update*. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your PC over time once they are ready.
• Features and experiences included in these builds may never get released as we try out different concepts and get feedback. Features may change over time, be removed, or replaced and never get released beyond Windows Insiders. Some of these features and experiences could show up in future Windows releases when they’re ready.
• Some features in active development we preview with Windows Insiders may not be fully localized and localization will happen over time as features are finalized. As you see issues with localization in your language, please report those issues to us via Feedback Hub.
• Check out Flight Hub for a complete look at what build is in which Insider channel.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team

]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/11/13/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-6269-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:10:39 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178395 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.6269 (KB 5070312) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22631.6269 (KB 5070312) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented. This non-security update includes quality improvements. The following summary outlines key issues addressed by the KB after you install it. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change.

• [Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA)]
  • Fixed: This update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• [File Explorer]
  • Fixed: This update addresses an issue where File Explorer sometimes didn’t respond to mouse clicks until you closed and reopened it.
  • Fixed: This update addresses an issue with extracting .tar files when file or folder names contain more than 34 commonly used Chinese characters.
• [Group Policy and Configuration]
  • Fixed: This update addresses an issue where the HideRecommendedSection policy didn’t work in Windows 11 Enterprise multi-session environments, such as Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). Even when configured using Group Policy or Configuration Service Provider (CSP), recommendations still appeared in AVD sessions.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/11/07/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-28000-canary-channel/ Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:05:31 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178390 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28000 to the Canary Channel.

What’s new in Build 28000

[General]

• This u
  

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  ]]> Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 28000 to the Canary Channel.

  What’s new in Build 28000

  [General]

  • This update includes a small set of general improvements and fixes that improve the overall experience for Insiders running this build on their PCs.

  [Versioning]

  • With this build today, Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel will see the versioning updated under Settings > System > About (and winver) to Windows 11, version 26H1.
  • 26H1 is not a feature update for version 25H2 and only includes platform changes to support specific silicon. There is no action required from customers.
  • 25H2 remains the primary place for new features. Windows 11 continues to have an annual feature update cadence, with releases in the second half of the calendar year.
  • As a reminder, in the Windows Insider Program, new experiences will continue to land first in the Dev and Beta Channels, with Canary primarily focused on platform changes.

  Fixes

  [General]

  • Fixed an issue causing live captions to crash in the previous flight for some Insiders.
  • Fixed an issue which could cause the credentials window to not be accessible when trying to login to Outlook in recent flights.

  Known issues

  [Start menu]

  • Insiders with the new Start menu may experience it unexpectedly scrolling to the top.

  [Power and Battery]

  • We’re investigating reports that sleep and shutdown aren’t working correctly for some Insiders after the latest Canary builds.

  Reminders for Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel

  • The builds we release to the Canary Channel represent the latest platform changes early in the development cycle and should not be seen as matched to any specific release of Windows. Features and experiences included in these builds may never get released as we try out different concepts and get feedback. Features may change over time, be removed, or replaced and never get released beyond Windows Insiders. Some of these features and experiences could show up in future Windows releases when they’re ready.
  • Many features in the Canary Channel are rolled out using Control Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and ramping up over time as we monitor feedback to see how they land before pushing them out to everyone in this channel.
  • Some features may show up in the Dev and Beta Channels first before showing up in the Canary Channel.
  • Some features in active development we preview with Windows Insiders may not be fully localized and localization will happen over time as features are finalized. As you see issues with localization in your language, please report those issues to us via Feedback Hub.
  • To get off the Canary Channel, a clean install of Windows 11 will be required. As a reminder - Insiders can’t switch to a channel that is receiving builds with lower build numbers without doing a clean installation of Windows 11 due to technical setup requirements.
  • Check out Flight Hub for a complete look at what build is in which Insider channel.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/11/07/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-26220-7070-dev-beta-channels/ Fri, 07 Nov 2025 18:03:02 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178385 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7070 (KB5070300) to the Dev & Beta Channels.

  As a reminder we are offering the same builds to both the Dev & Beta Channel

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  ]]> Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7070 (KB5070300) to the Dev & Beta Channels. As a reminder we are offering the same builds to both the Dev & Beta Channels on Windows 11, version 25H2. If you are an Insider in the Dev Channel, you now have a window to switch from the Dev Channel to the Beta Channel if you would like. This window will only be open for as long as we’re releasing the same 25H2-based updates across both the Dev and Beta Channels. After we move Dev Channel forward to a higher build number, the opportunity to switch between these channels will close. When the Dev Channel jumps ahead, things might not be as stable as the Dev Channel is today, so we highly encourage you to evaluate which channel you would like to be in during the time in which the window to switch is open. Changes in Dev & Beta Channel builds and updates are documented in two buckets: new features, improvements, and fixes that are being gradually rolled out for Insiders who have turned on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available (via Settings > Windows Update*) and then new features, improvements, and fixes rolling out to everyone in the Dev & Beta Channels. For more information, see the Reminders section at the bottom of this blog post.

  New features gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

  Widgets

  Choose your default dashboard in an updated Widget Board Settings  
  • Launching the Widget Board when it’s showing live weather content will now open the first dashboard in your navigation bar instead of your most recently used dashboard for a more predictable Widget Board experience.
  • To modify your default dashboard, navigate to the new full-page Widgets Settings experience by clicking the gear icon at the bottom of your Widget navigation bar and re-arrange your desired default dashboard to the top position.
  [caption id="attachment_178387" align="alignnone" width="846"] Widgets board with a redesigned Widget Settings page that allows dashboard to be re-arranged[/caption]

  See numbered badges on the Widget Board navigation bar  

  Badges on the dashboard icons in the Widget navigation bar will now show numbers corresponding to the number of alerts from that dashboard. Navigation bar badges clear automatically when you leave a dashboard, making it easy to track what’s new. [caption id="attachment_178388" align="alignnone" width="300"] Numbered badge on the Discover dashboard icon in the navigation bar.[/caption] FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Desktop Environment > Widgets

  Changes and Improvements for everyone

  [Recovery]

  • We’re updating Quick Machine Recovery in Windows - Microsoft Support make getting back to a working PC clearer and faster. The experience in both Windows Settings and the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) has been streamlined so options are easier to find and use. On PCs with the settings “quick machine recovery” and “automatically check for solutions” both enabled, QMR now runs a one‑time scan by default instead of repeating scans in a loop. If a fix isn’t available right away, you won’t be left waiting; QMR will quickly point you to the most appropriate recovery options to get you back up and running.
  [caption id="attachment_178389" align="alignnone" width="1024"] In Settings for Systems, Recovery, “Quick machine recovery” and “Automatically check for solutions” are enabled to run a onetime QMR scan by default.[/caption]

  Changes and Improvements gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

  [Smart App Control]

  • We’re updating Smart App Control (SAC) so you will now be able to switch SAC off or on without any clean install requirement. To make changes, go to Windows Security > App & Browser Control > Smart App Control settings.
  • When it’s on, it helps block untrusted or potentially harmful apps. You can learn more about SAC App & Browser Control in the Windows Security App - Microsoft Support.

  [File Explorer]

  • We are re-enabling people icons under the “Activity” column in File Explorer Home detailed here.
  • We are temporarily turning off the integration supporting the StorageProvider APIs for cloud providers as detailed here.
  • We are temporarily turning off support for frequently used and recently downloaded recommended files in File Explorer as detailed here.

  Fixes gradually being rolled out with toggle on*

  [General]

  • Fixed an underlying issue which was causing interacting with the desktop to unexpectedly open Task View recently for some people.

  [File Explorer]

  • Fixed an issue where Shift + Click (or middle clicking) on File Explorer in the taskbar wasn’t opening a new File Explorer instance.
  • Fixed an issue where the File Explorer active tab title might not display bolded until you hovered your mouse over it.

  [Taskbar]

  • Fixed an issue which could lead to the “Automatically hide the taskbar” setting unexpectedly turning off, after seeing a message saying “a toolbar is already hidden on this side of your screen”.

  [Settings]

  • Fixed an issue which could lead to Settings hanging when trying to navigate to the Network & Internet section.

  Known issues

  [Taskbar & System Tray]

  • We’re investigating an issue which is causing the Start menu to not open for some Insiders on click, although it will open if you press the Windows key. It’s believed this issue may also potentially impact the notification center (which you can open with WIN + N).
  • We’re investigating an issue where for some Insiders apps aren’t showing in the system tray when they should be.

  [File Explorer]

  • Copy progress might flash when clicking more or less details in dark mode version of the copy dialog.
  • Scrollbar and footer are missing and showing a white block instead when text is scaled in dark mode version of the copy dialog.

  [Recall]

  • [NEW] We’re working on the fix for an issue causing some Insiders to see a message saying they don’t have an eligible camera for Recall when they do.

  Reminders for Windows Insiders in the Dev & Beta Channels

  • Updates are based on Windows 11, version 25H2 via an enablement package (Build 26220.xxxx).
  • Many features are rolled out using Controlled Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and ramping up over time as we monitor feedback to see how they land before pushing them out to everyone in this channel.
  • For Windows Insiders who want to be the first to get features gradually rolled out to you, you can turn ON the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Windows Update*. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your PC over time once they are ready.
  • Features and experiences included in these builds may never get released as we try out different concepts and get feedback. Features may change over time, be removed, or replaced and never get released beyond Windows Insiders. Some of these features and experiences could show up in future Windows releases when they’re ready.
  • Some features in active development we preview with Windows Insiders may not be fully localized and localization will happen over time as features are finalized. As you see issues with localization in your language, please report those issues to us via Feedback Hub.
  • Check out Flight Hub for a complete look at what build is in which Insider channel.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/11/04/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-27982-canary-channel/ Tue, 04 Nov 2025 18:04:17 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178377 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27982 to the Canary Channel.

  What’s new in Build 27982

  Changes and Improvements Rolling out to

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  ]]> Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27982 to the Canary Channel.

  What’s new in Build 27982

  Changes and Improvements Rolling out to Insiders

  [Lock screen] 

  • We have updated the widgets experience for your lock screen, replacing what was previously referred to as “Weather and more.” You can add, remove and rearrange lock screen widgets such as Weather, Watchlist, Sports and more. We also provide suggested widgets on the lock screen to help you discover more widgets. Any widget that supports the small sizing option can be added. To customize your lock screen widgets, go to Settings > Personalization > Lock screen.
  • Note: We are beginning to roll these experiences out to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel, so the experience isn’t available to all Insiders just yet as we plan to monitor feedback before pushing it out to everyone.
  • FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Desktop Environment > Lock screen.
  [caption id="attachment_177912" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Customization settings for lock screen widgets shown in Settings and highlighted in a red box.[/caption]

  [Widgets] 

  • Multiple dashboards in Widgets give you more space for your favorite widgets and keep you informed with a personalized feed.
  • New left-side navigation bar makes it easy to switch between dashboards and views like the Discover feed.
  • Note: We are beginning to roll these experiences out to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel, so the experience isn’t available to all Insiders just yet as we plan to monitor feedback before pushing it out to everyone.
  FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Desktop Environment > Widgets.

  [Sharing]

  Making sharing files in Windows easier Sharing files in Windows is getting a lot easier and quicker with our new drag tray feature. When you start dragging a local file with mouse (or touch) from File Explorer or your desktop, a handy tray appears at the very top of your screen allowing you to drop the file into one of the displayed apps or choose “More…”  to open the Windows share window. New drag tray UI that appears at the top of your screen when dragging a local file from File Explorer or your desktop. FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Desktop Environment > Share. Fixes

  [General]

  • Fixed an issue which was leading to Visio freezing when interacting with an IME.
  • Fixed an issue in the latest Canary builds for Insiders with Arm64 PCs, leading to an error message when playing certain games saying "The game has crashed with error code 0x0".
  • Fixed an issue where if you used your PC for a while without rebooting, explorer.exe might start crashing repeatedly.
  • Fixed an issue where after the latest updates, text might not render correctly when editing content within a multiline text box in certain apps.

  Known issues

  [Start menu]

  • Insiders with the new Start menu may experience it unexpectedly scrolling to the top.

  [Power and Battery]

  • We’re investigating reports that sleep and shutdown aren’t working correctly for some Insiders after the latest Canary builds.

  Reminders for Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel

  • The builds we release to the Canary Channel represent the latest platform changes early in the development cycle and should not be seen as matched to any specific release of Windows and features and experiences included in these builds may never get released as we try out different concepts and get feedback. Features may change over time, be removed, or replaced and never get released beyond Windows Insiders. Some of these features and experiences could show up in future Windows releases when they’re ready.
  • Many features in the Canary Channel are rolled out using Control Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and ramping up over time as we monitor feedback to see how they land before pushing them out to everyone in this channel.
  • Some features may show up in the Dev and Beta Channels first before showing up in the Canary Channel.
  • Some features in active development we preview with Windows Insiders may not be fully localized and localization will happen over time as features are finalized. As you see issues with localization in your language, please report those issues to us via Feedback Hub.
  • To get off the Canary Channel, a clean install of Windows 11 will be required. As a reminder - Insiders can’t switch to a channel that is receiving builds with lower build numbers without doing a clean installation of Windows 11 due to technical setup requirements.
  • Check out Flight Hub for a complete look at what build is in which Insider channel.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/10/31/extending-bluetooth-le-audio-on-windows-11-with-shared-audio-preview/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:04:03 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178363 Today’s Windows 11 Insider Preview Build (26220.7051) for Dev & Beta Channels begins gradual rollout of shared audio (preview), a new experience being previewed that allows your audio to be shared between two separate headphone

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  ]]> shared audio (preview), a new experience being previewed that allows your audio to be shared between two separate headphones, speakers, earbuds, or hearing aids.  Built on top of Bluetooth LE Audio broadcast technology, shared audio lets your supported Windows 11 PC transmit an audio stream to two Bluetooth audio accessories at the same time. Update 10/31: This preview is currently only supported on the Copilot+ PCs listed below, but more devices may be supported once available to general audiences. Shared audio lets students share music with a friend while studying or brings family members closer by watching a movie together on an airplane. As Insiders, you have the first opportunity to explore this feature and provide feedback before it rolls out more broadly. To use shared audio, pair and connect two compatible Bluetooth LE Audio accessories to your Windows 11 PC, then use the “Shared audio (preview)” tile in quick settings to start sharing audio. Use the “Stop sharing” button to end an active sharing session. [caption id="attachment_178365" align="alignnone" width="476"] Shared audio (preview) settings showing two connected devices and the Share button to get started using the experience.[/caption]

  Compatible Copilot+ PCs

  Shared audio (preview) is supported on select Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs listed below with compatible Bluetooth and audio driver updates, and we expect additional Windows 11 PCs to add support for shared audio later. Available today:
  • Surface Laptop, 13.8-inch and 15-inch* | Qualcomm Snapdragon X
  • Surface Laptop for Business, 13.8 and 15-inch* | Qualcomm Snapdragon X
  • Surface Pro, 13-inch** | Qualcomm Snapdragon X
  • Surface Pro for Business, 13-inch** | Qualcomm Snapdragon X
  • [UPDATE 11/20] Surface Laptop, 13-inch | Qualcomm Snapdragon X
  • [UPDATE 11/20] Surface Laptop for Business, 13-inch | Qualcomm Snapdragon X
  • [UPDATE 11/20] Surface Pro, 12-inch | Qualcomm Snapdragon X
  • [UPDATE 11/20] Surface Pro for Business, 12-inch | Qualcomm Snapdragon X
  Coming soon:
  • Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 | Intel Core Ultra Series 200
  • Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro | Intel Core Ultra Series 200
  • Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 | Intel Core Ultra Series 200
  • Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge | Qualcomm Snapdragon X
  * Previously known as Surface Laptop 7^th Edition ** Previously known as Surface Pro 11^th Edition

  Compatible Bluetooth LE Audio accessories

  Shared audio (preview) is compatible with a wide range of Bluetooth LE Audio accessories. This includes, but is not limited to, Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Buds3 and Buds3 Pro, Sony WH-1000XM6, and recent LE Audio capable hearing aids from ReSound and Beltone. Shared audio and other innovative Windows Bluetooth audio experiences, like super wideband stereo, are built on top of LE Audio technology. Look for LE Audio support when purchasing your next headphones, earbuds, speaker, or assistive hearing device.

  Requirements to try shared audio (preview)

  To try out shared audio (preview), enroll your compatible Windows 11 Copilot + PC in the Windows Insider Dev or Beta Channels, and install the latest OS and driver updates through Windows Update. For Windows Insiders who want to be the first to get features gradually rolled out to you, you can turn ON the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Windows Update. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your PC over time once they are ready. If you own a Copilot+ PC on the coming soon list, look for driver updates to be offered to you through Windows Update in the coming weeks. The “Shared audio (preview)” tile will appear in Quick Settings when your system has the necessary driver updates to support the feature. It is highly recommended to use the manufacturers’ app for your Bluetooth audio accessories to ensure LE Audio support is enabled and that the latest firmware updates are installed. If after updating, your Bluetooth accessory is connected to your PC but does not show under the “Shared audio (preview)” tile, try removing it from your PC, and then re-pairing it.

  Share your feedback

  We welcome and appreciate all feedback to help refine the shared audio experience during preview. Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Bluetooth – Audio quality, glitches, choppiness and stuttering.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/10/22/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-6132-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Wed, 22 Oct 2025 17:10:08 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178332 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.6132 (KB5067112) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Window

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  ]]> Windows 11 Build 22631.6132 (KB5067112) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Input] Fixed: This update addresses an issue where the touch keyboard does not enter characters into text fields after the device wakes from sleep. Although touch keyboard animations appear correctly, key presses do not register—for example, when entering a password on the sign-in screen.
  • [Networking] Fixed: An issue where external virtual switches lose their physical network interface card (NIC) bindings and convert to internal switches when the host restarts, resulting in network connectivity loss. The issue was caused by incorrect detection of orphaned virtual switch objects during Host Network Service startup.
  • [Shell] This update enables the Personalized Offers feature during device setup in the Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE), and in Settings after the user reaches the desktop.
  • [Storage] Fixed: This update addresses an issue that affects disk communication and causes connectivity errors during Azure Stack Hub or Azure Local cluster upgrades.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/10/21/releasing-windows-11-builds-26100-7015-and-26200-7015-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Wed, 22 Oct 2025 03:10:17 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178328 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 26100.7015 and 26200.7015 (KB5067036) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2

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  ]]> Windows 11 Builds 26100.7015 and 26200.7015 (KB5067036) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100) and version 25H2 (Build 26200). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented. Please note that features and improvements that gradually roll out may not begin rolling out right away nor will they immediately show up right away.
  • [Start menu] New! The redesigned Start menu, built to help you access your apps more quickly and smoothly. Its redesigned layout makes it easier than ever to find what you need.
    • Scrollable ‘All’ section: The main page now includes a scrollable “All” section, making it easier to find apps.
    • Category and grid views: Switch between two new views—category view, which groups apps by type and highlights frequently used ones, and grid view, which lists apps alphabetically with more horizontal space for easier scanning. The menu remembers your last selected view.
    • Responsive layout: The Start menu adapts to your screen size. Larger displays show more pinned apps, recommendations, and categories by default. Sections like Pinned and Recommended expand or collapse based on content. You can customize these views under Settings > Personalization > Start.
    • Phone Link integration: A new mobile device button next to Search lets you expand or collapse content from your connected phone. This feature supports Android and iOS devices in most markets and will roll out to the European Economic Area (EEA) in 2025.
  • [Voice access]
    • New! Fluid Dictation in voice access makes voice-based dictation smoother and smarter. It helps correct grammar, punctuation, and filler words in real time. Powered by on-device small language models (SLMs), it offers fast and private processing. Fluid Dictation is on by default—just open the voice access app to start. To turn it on or off, go to Settings or say Turn on Fluid Dictation or Turn off Fluid Dictation. You can use it in most text input apps, but it’s disabled in secure fields like passwords or PINs Fluid Dictation is available in all English locales on Copilot+ PCs.
    • New! You can now configure a delay before a voice command is executed. To set this up, go to Voice access settings > Wait time before acting, and select the option that best matches your preferences.
    • New! Voice Access now supports Japanese, expanding accessibility for more users. You can now navigate, dictate, and interact with Windows using voice commands.  With this update, Windows users who speak Japanese can enjoy a hands-free, voice-powered PC experience.
    • Fixed: Voice access unexpectedly stops working, showing error code 9001.
  • [Agent in Settings] New! The new agent in the Settings experience now supports French.
  • [Settings] New! The “Email & accounts” section is now called “Your accounts.” You manage all your accounts under Settings > Accounts.
  • [Click to Do]
    • New! The prompt box in Click to Do streamlines interaction with Copilot, helping you work more efficiently. You can type a custom prompt directly into the text box, which sends your prompt and selected on-screen content to Copilot. Suggested prompts appear below the text box and are powered locally by https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/ai/apis/phi-silica. These suggestions are available for text selections in English, Spanish, and French. This feature isn’t currently available in the European Economic Area (EEA) or China.
    • New! You can now translate on-screen text with Microsoft Copilot with Click to Do. When you select text that is in a different language from your Windows display language or preferred language setting, a translation suggestion appears. After selecting the option to translate the text, the translated text will appear in the Copilot app. You can see the supported regions and languages in Microsoft Copilot. This experience is not yet available for customers in the EEA (European Economic Area) or China.
    • New! Click to Do provides unit conversions for length, area, volume, height, temperature, and speed. When you hover over a number + unit, a floating tooltip will show you the conversation. When you select the number + unit, the context menu opens with additional conversation options. You can also access more conversions via the Copilot app. This experience is not yet available for customers in the EEA (European Economic Area) or China.
    • New! By pressing and holding two fingers anywhere on your Copilot+ PC with a touch screen, you can simultaneously launch Click to Do, select the entity under your finger and see relevant actions.
    • New! You can now select objects in Click to Do using Freeform Selection, Rectangle Selection and Ctrl + Click. To use Freeform Selection Mode, select the Freeform button on the toolbar. Then use your pen or finger to draw freely around the items you want to select. To use the Rectangle Selection Mode, select the Rectangle Selection button on the toolbar. Then drag a box around the items. Everything inside the rectangle will be selected. You can also use Ctrl + Click to select multiple types of items—such as text and images—by holding down the Ctrl key and selecting each item.
    • New! Click to Do can now detect tables. You can now highlight any simple table and send it to Excel, copy or share it. With a table in any application, you can press Win + Click to invoke Click to Do, or Win + Q or right swipe and tap to select the table. Once selected, you’ll see the actions you can take like Convert to table with Excel. Just click, capture and continue. This is available on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, with support for AMD and Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs coming soon. You’ll need the latest Microsoft Excel application installed on your PC to see Convert to table with Excel and a Microsoft 365 Subscription. This change is not yet rolling out to Windows Insiders in the EEA (European Economic Area).
    • New! Live Persona Cards from Microsoft 365 now appears in Click to Do. To view a profile card, press Win + Click on an email address from your organization.
    • New! Visual cues now make key items, such as emails, tables, and more, light up on your screen as you launch Click to Do.
    • Fixed: Click to Do may unexpectedly invoke sometimes when pressing Windows key + P.
  • [File Explorer]
    • New! Recommended files in File Explorer Home are now available in personal Microsoft accounts and local accounts. Recommended files show content such as files you frequently used, have recently downloaded, or added to your File Explorer Gallery. This change is not yet rolling out in the EEA (European Economic Area). If you would prefer not to see the recommended section in File Explorer Home, this can be turned off in File Explorer Folder Options. When turned off, folders pinned to Quick Access will display instead.
    • New! When you hover over a file in File Explorer Home, commands such as Open file location or Ask Copilot This experience is available if you’re signed in with a Microsoft account. Support for work and school account (Entra ID) will be available in a future update. This change is not available in the EEA (European Economic Area).
    • New! StorageProvider APIs are now available for cloud providers to integrate with File Explorer Home. Developers can learn to enable the system to query for suggested files.
    • Fixed: The File Explorer context menu may unexpectedly switch back and forth between the normal view and Show More Options on each right click.
    • Fixed: When opening a folder from another app (for example, opening the Downloads folder from a browser), your custom view — including sorting files by name, changing the icon size, or removing grouping — unexpectedly resets back to default.
    • Fixed: The body of the File explorer window may no longer respond to mouse clicks after invoking the context menu.
    • Fixed: Extracting very large archive folders (1.5gb+) may fail with a Catastrophic Error (0x8000FFFF).
    • Fixed: File Explorer may become unresponsive when opening Home.
  • [Taskbar]
    • New! The battery icons are now improved to display colored icons to indicate charging states, simplified overlays that don’t block the percentage bars, and an option to turn on battery percentage. A green battery icon shows that your PC is charging and is in a good state. A yellow icon indicates your battery is less than or equal to 20%. You can also enable the ability to see the battery percentage next to the battery icon in the system tray. To turn on this feature, go to Settings > Power & battery and toggle on the “Battery Percentage”
    • New! When you hover over an open app icon on the taskbar, a thumbnail preview of the app window appears with a new “Share with Copilot” button beneath this preview. Selecting it allows Copilot Vision to scan, analyze, and offer insights on the content displayed by the app at that time. This option can be turned off if preferred under Settings > Personalization > Taskbar > Taskbar behaviors, using the checkbox “Share any window from my taskbar”.
    • Fixed: If you hover over an app icon on the taskbar, and then click the window preview, the preview may dismiss and not bring the window to the foreground.
  • [Lock screen] New! The new battery icons, featuring color indicators and battery percentage, now appear in the lower-right corner of the lock screen.
  • [Microsoft 365 Copilot] New! A new Microsoft 365 Copilot page is added to the Get Started experience for commercial devices managed with an active Microsoft 365 subscription. This page helps you discover and engage with Microsoft 365 Copilot more easily.
  • [Windows Setup Experience] New! You can now name your default user folder during set up. On the Microsoft account sign in page, press Shift + F10 to open Command Prompt. Type the following command: “cd oobe”, press Enter. Then type ““SetDefaultUserFolder.cmd ”. Enter a folder name of your choice and proceed with the MSA sign-in. The folder name cannot be more than 16 characters and only Unicode characters are supported. The custom folder name will be applied if valid. If not, Windows will automatically generate a profile folder name from your Microsoft email address.
  • [Logging into your PC] Improved: Made underlying changes to help improve the performance of loading the taskbar when unlocking your PC after coming out of sleep. This should also help with cases where the password field and other login screen contents didn’t render when transitioning from lock screen to login screen after sleep.
  • [Windows Update]
    • Improved: Addressed underlying issue which can cause “Update and shutdown” to not actually shut down your PC after updating.
    • Improved: Addressed underlying issue which can cause Windows Update to fail to install with error 0x800f0983.
  • [Remote Credential Guard] Fixed: Remote Credential Guard scenarios between the latest Windows 11 builds and Server 2022 (and below) may unexpectedly fail.
  • [Display and Graphics]
    • Fixed: Apps and browsers may have partially stuck onscreen content when other maximized / full screen apps are updating in the background. This is noticeable particularly when trying to scroll the window content, as only some parts update.
    • Fixed: After recent updates, some videos and games may be unexpectedly red.
    • Fixed: If Connected Devices Platform Service has been disabled, Settings may crash when trying to open Settings > System > Display (including if launched using the menu when right clicking the desktop.
  • [Input] Fixed: An issue related to microsoft.ink.dll and relevant APIs can result in pen and handwriting not working correctly in apps or app crashes recently due to unexpected exceptions being thrown.
  • [Open and Save Dialog] Fixed: Certain apps may become unresponsive when launching the Open or Save Dialog.
  • [Administrator Protection Preview] Administrator protection aims to protect free floating admin rights for administrator users allowing them to still perform all admin functions with just in time admin privileges. This feature is off by default and needs to be enabled via OMA-URI in Intune or via group policy.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Authentication] Fixed: An issue that caused an ACCESS_DENIED error when users attempted to change passwords remotely on member servers or workgroup devices, even when they had the required permissions.
  • [Media] Fixed: This update addresses an issue where protected content playback fails on some machines after installing KB5064081.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/09/12/releasing-windows-11-builds-26100-6713-and-26200-6713-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Fri, 12 Sep 2025 17:07:55 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178231 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 26100.5061 and 26200.6713  (KB5065789) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24

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  ]]> [UPDATE 9/17] We are releasing Builds 26100.6718 and 26200.6718 KB5065789) today which is a small update that includes some additional changes noted in the updated blog post below. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 26100.5061 and 26200.6713 (KB5065789) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100) and version 25H2 (Build 26200). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented. Please note that features and improvements that gradually roll out may not begin rolling out right away nor will they immediately show up right away.
  • [Click to Do]
    • New! Click to Do can now detect tables. You can now highlight any simple table and send it to Excel, copy or share it. With a table in any application, you can press Win + Click to invoke Click to Do, or Win + Q or right swipe and tap to select the table. Once selected, you’ll see the actions you can take like Convert to table with Excel. Just click, capture and continue. This is available on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, with support for AMD and Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs coming soon. You’ll need the latest Microsoft Excel application installed on your PC to see Convert to table with Excel and a Microsoft 365 Subscription. This change is not yet rolling out to Windows Insiders in the EEA (European Economic Area). [UPDATE 9/17] This feature will roll out in a future update.
    • New! New and popular action tags in the Click to Do context menu help you discover the latest and most widely used AI-powered actions.
    • New! Click to Do now provides more concise summaries with the Summarize action. The output for text entities is shorter and more focused. Ongoing improvements continue to enhance clarity and precision.
  • [Agents in Settings] New! A direct navigation link to the corresponding settings page is now available from agent search results. This improvement is currently rolling out to agents in Settings on Copilot+ PCs.
  • [Desktop] New! You can now move the hardware indicators for brightness, volume, airplane mode, and virtual desktops to different positions on your screen. To change their position, go to Settings > System > Notifications, and then pick from the options in the Position of the onscreen pop-up in the dropdown list.
  • [Taskbar] New! IT administrators no longer need to restart explorer.exe to apply the pinning policy. After applying the policy, users might see a pin on their taskbar within approximately 8 hours, depending on the refresh interval.
  • [Notification Center] [ADDED 10/2] New! The Notification Center functionality is now available on secondary monitors. To open it, select the date and time in the system tray on the taskbar. With the August 2025 non-security update (KB5064081), you can also show a larger clock with seconds above the calendar.
  • [File Explorer]
    • New! Use AI actions in File Explorer to edit images or summarize documents. Just right click (or press Shift +F10) on the file and select AI actions. This experience is not yet available for customers in the EEA (European Economic Area).
      • Image actions: You can now use four AI-powered image actions with .jpg, .jpeg, and .png files. Visual Search searches the web using an image instead of text. Blur Background opens the Photos app to highlight the subject and blur the background. Erase Objects removes unwanted elements from your photo. Remove Background uses Paint to change any image leaving a smooth cut out the subject.
      • AI actions in Microsoft 365 make it easier to work with your documents. With the Summarize action in Copilot, you can quickly generate summaries of files stored in OneDrive and SharePoint—no need to open each one. This AI action requires an active Microsoft 365 subscription and a Copilot license (Microsoft account and Microsoft Entra ID supported).
    • Improved: The File Explorer context menu has been updated to remove the accent colored backplate behind packaged app icons in the Open With list when right clicking a file (for example, for Snipping Tool). In doing this, the icons should be easier to see now.
    • Improved: Made underlying changes to help improve the performance of launching cloud files from File Explorer and loading context menus.
    • Fixed: Icons and text may become overlapping on the desktop when using increased text scaling.
    • Fixed: Icons in the details, preview, and navigation panes of File Explorer aren’t properly mirrored when using an Arabic or Hebrew display language.
  • [Windows Share] New! You can pin your favorite apps in the Windows share window to quickly access them when you need them.
  • [Emoji] New! The Emoji 16.0 release includes a small but meaningful set of new emoji— Face with Bags Under Eyes, Fingerprint, Root Vegetable, Leafless Tree, Harp, Shovel, and Splatter. These new emoji are designed to resonate across cultures and contexts. You’ll find them in the emoji panel starting with this build. [UPDATE 9/29] This feature will roll out in a future update.
  • [Advanced Settings] New! The redesigned Advanced settings page (Settings > System > Advanced) is an update of the For Developers page and makes it easier to find key options. Settings include  File Explorer + version control, which shows Git details such as branch, diff count, and last commit message directly in File Explorer when you select a repository folder.
  • [Automatic Super Resolution (Auto SR)] New! Auto SR on Snapdragon®-powered Copilot+ PCs helps gamers improve visual quality with minimal effort through simplified settings. When a supported game is launched, Windows displays a notification that allows users to turn on Auto SR with a single click. The feature is now easier to find and manage in Graphics settings, and future updates might enable users to turn on Auto SR directly from the Game Bar during gameplay. [UPDATE 9/29] This feature will roll out in a future update.
  • [Input]
    • New! Insert dashes with new keyboard shortcuts. You can quickly insert an en dash (–) or em dash (—) while typing.  Press Windows logo key + Minus (-) to insert an en dash, and Windows logo key + Shift + Minus (-) to insert an em dash. If Magnifier is running, Windows logo key + hyphen (-) will zoom out Magnifier instead of inserting an en dash.
    • Fixed: After waking a PC from sleep, touch input may not work to enter your pin on the login screen.
  • [Narrator]
    • New! Narrator now includes Braille Viewer, which shows both on-screen text and its Braille equivalent on a refreshable Braille display. To open Braille viewer and start Narrator, press the Windows logo key + Ctrl + Enter, press Narrator key + Alt + B. A new floating window opens and updates dynamically as you navigate with Narrator. Before using Braille viewer, you must set up Narrator for Braille. To download and install the Braille support package, go to Settings > Accessibility > Narrator > Use a Braille display with Narrator.
    • New! Narrator now offers a smoother, more natural experience in Word, with improved voice feedback, reliable continuous reading, and better navigation for footnotes, comments, lists, and tables. Enhancements include consistent list announcements, clearer table boundaries, and intuitive selection feedback.
  • [Administrator Protection Preview] Administrator protection aims to protect free floating admin rights for administrator users allowing them to still perform all admin functions with just-in-time admin privileges. This feature is off by default and needs to be enabled via OMA-URI in Intune or via group policy. [UPDATE 9/16] The ability to enable this via Windows Security under Account protection is coming in a later update. [UPDATE 9/30] This feature will roll out in a future update.
  • [Passkeys] New! A seamless plugin passkey manager integration in Windows 11. You can now use plugin credential manager for passkeys. To set up a plugin credential manager, install a credential manager application that supports integration then go to Settings > Accounts > Passkeys > Advanced options. Turn on support and complete user verification using Windows Hello (through face recognition, fingerprint, or PIN). Once verified, you can use your existing passkeys saved to the plugin credential manager or save new passkeys.
  • [Settings]
    • New! The Manage or clear your Bing search history entry under Settings > Privacy & security > Search > Search history has been removed. You can now manage your Bing search history directly from the Privacy dashboard, accessible via the Privacy resources link under Related settings on that Settings page.
    • New! More time, language, and keyboard settings have moved from Control Panel to Settings. You can now add additional clocks, change your time server, and customize date and time formatting—including AM/PM symbols—directly from Settings > Time & language > Date & time. Number and currency formats, Unicode UTF-8 support, and options to copy language and region settings to other accounts are now under Settings > Time & language > Language & region. Keyboard character repeat and cursor blink rate settings are now easier to find under Settings > Accessibility.
    • Improved: Made underlying changes to help improve the performance of loading the apps list in Settings > Apps > Installed apps.
    • Fixed: Settings > System > Storage > Disks and Volumes might show a link for BitLocker drive encryption in unsupported cases. Clicking it results in BitLocker opening and displaying error 0x80004005.
  • [Gaming]
    • New! Xbox controller support for gaming on Windows 11 has been improved. Short pressing the Xbox button opens Game Bar. A new change we're introducing is when you long press the Xbox button, it will open Task View. Pressing and holding the Xbox button continues to turn off the game controller.
    • Improved: Made some underlying changes to help improve performance when gaming with Game Bar or other overlays on top of your game. This may particularly help those with multiple monitors which have different refresh rates.
  • [Other] New! Several dialogs, including the one that appears when an app fails to open, have been modernized with WinUI 3 and match the visuals for Windows 11.
  • [Dynamic Lighting] Fixed: The Dynamic Lighting Background Controller may occasionally consume excessive CPU after unlocking your PC.[Voice Access] Fixed: Voice Access may get stuck in a state where it says it’s listening but is stuck and doesn’t respond.
  • [Windows Hello] Fixed: You may unexpectedly see a message saying “Something happened and your PIN isn’t available” when attempting to enter safe mode.
  • [Windows Sandbox] Fixed: When Windows Sandbox is enabled, the VmmemCmFirstBoot process may consume large amounts of CPU after login, causing your PC to become unresponsive.
  • [HDR] Fixed: HDR may unexpectedly immediately turn off after being enabled in Settings.
  • [Quick Settings]: Fixed: If you had to enter a PIN for your device to cast from Quick Settings, pressing Enter wouldn’t confirm the PIN.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Input]
    • Fixed: An issue where some characters didn’t display correctly when using the Chinese Input Method Editor (IME).
    • Fixed:  This update addresses an issue where certain Chinese characters appeared as empty boxes in some text fields, such as those used in Connection Manager Administration Kit, when a character limit was set.
  • [Servicing] Fixed: This update addresses an issue that disrupted Windows Update for customers using Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).
  • [Windows Hello] Fixed: This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Hello PIN setup with error 0x80090010 on devices joined to Microsoft Entra ID domains after installing Windows updates released on or after KB5060842.
  The following fixes were added on 9/17:
  • [Media] Fixed: This update addresses an issue that affects playback of protected content in certain Blu-ray, DVD, and digital TV apps. This can occur after installing KB5064081.
  • [Performance] Improved: Added support for Certificate Revocation List (CRL) partitioning in Windows Certificate Authorities.
  • [Battery] Fixed: The battery icon in the taskbar may not display a charging state even though your PC is charging.
  • [Settings] Fixed: Settings may crash when attempting to access drive information under Settings > System > Storage. This also impacts trying to launch these pages from File Explorer drive properties.
  • [Windows Update] Fixed: Some Insiders see error 0x80070002 when attempting to install the build.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/09/11/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-6388-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:07:26 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178224 [UPDATE 9/16] We are releasing Build 19045.6390 (KB5066198) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself.

  Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build

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  ]]> [UPDATE 9/16] We are releasing Build 19045.6390 (KB5066198) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself. Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.6388 (KB5066198) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements (items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented):
  • This update includes a small set of general improvements and fixes that improve the overall experience for customers and their devices on Windows 10.
  Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/09/11/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-5982-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:07:22 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178222 [UPDATE 9/16] We are releasing Build 22631.5984 (KB5065790) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself.

  Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 2263

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  ]]> [UPDATE 9/16] We are releasing Build 22631.5984 (KB5065790) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.5982 (KB5065790) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Authentication] Fixed: An issue that caused Windows sign-in screen to stop responding after a user enters the SIM PIN during sign-in using a mobile broadband connection.
  • [Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA)] Fixed: This update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
  • [Display Kernel] Fixed: This update addresses an issue that affects display configuration changes during Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) sessions with multiple monitors. The system might shut down unexpectedly when disconnected from a docking station during a streaming session.
  • [Input] 
    • Fixed: An issue where some characters didn’t display correctly when using the Chinese Input Method Editor (IME).
    • Fixed:  This update addresses an issue where certain Chinese characters appeared as empty boxes in some text fields, such as those used in Connection Manager Administration Kit, when a character limit was set.
  • [Printer] Fixed: An issue where viewing the printer queue in Settings for a shared printer caused the Print Queue user interface to stop working.
  • [System services and reliability] Fixed: Addresses an issue that caused McpManagement service to appear without a description on Windows.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/08/29/releasing-windows-11-version-25h2-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Fri, 29 Aug 2025 17:01:21 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178190 Hello Windows Insiders!

  Today, we are making this year’s annual feature update Windows 11, version 25H2 (Build 26200.5074) available in the Release Preview Channel for customers to preview ahead of general availability later th

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  ]]> Windows 11, version 25H2 (Build 26200.5074) available in the Release Preview Channel for customers to preview ahead of general availability later this calendar year. Windows 11, version 25H2 will be delivered as an enablement package (eKB). This means that Windows 11, version 24H2 and version 25H2 use a shared servicing branch. It also means that they also share the same new features and enhancements delivered through our continuous innovation efforts. Windows 11, version 25H2 also includes some feature removals such as PowerShell 2.0 and Windows Management Instrumentation command-line (WMIC). And for our commercial customers, Windows 11, version 25H2 includes the ability for IT admins to remove select pre-installed Microsoft Store apps via Group Policy/MDM CSP on Enterprise/EDU devices. For more details on Windows 11, version 25H2, see this blog post. [caption id="attachment_178192" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Windows 11, version 25H2 shown as available as an optional update highlighted in a red box.[/caption] Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel can install Windows 11, version 25H2 via our “seeker” experience in Windows Update. This means if you are an Insider currently in the Release Preview Channel on a PC that meets the Windows 11 hardware requirements, you can go to Settings and Windows Update and choose to download and install Windows 11, version 25H2 if you want. Once you update your PC to Windows 11, version 25H2, you will continue to automatically receive new servicing updates through Windows Update (the typical monthly update process). For instructions on how to join the Windows Insider Program and join your PC to the Release Preview Channel, click here. Commercial* customers enrolled in the Windows Insider Program for Business can begin validating Windows 11, version 25H2 on PCs in their organizations. For these customers, the Windows 11, version 25H2 is available through Windows Update for Business (WUfB) and Windows Server Update Service (WSUS). Azure Marketplace will be available later today. You can learn more about deploying pre-release feature updates using these deployment methods here. Should any issues arise, IT admins in organizations deploying Release Preview updates can request Microsoft Support. And finally – ISOs will be available for download for Windows 11, version 25H2 via the Windows Insider ISO download page next week. [UPDATE 9/10] The ISOs for Windows 11, version 25H2 are now available for download. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team *We consider a device a commercial device if it is not running the Windows 11 Home edition AND is being managed by an IT administrator (whether via Microsoft Endpoint Manager or other management solution) or has a volume license key or commercial ID or is joined to a domain.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/08/14/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-6276-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 17:07:59 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178135 [UPDATE 8/21] We are releasing Build 19045.6280 (KB5063842) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself.

  Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build

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  ]]> [UPDATE 8/21] We are releasing Build 19045.6280 (KB5063842) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself. Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.6276 (KB5063842) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements (items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented):
  • [Mobile Operator Profiles] Updated: Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles.
  • [Common Controls] Fixed: An issue that affects how certain supplementary characters appear in Windows textboxes.
  • [Multimedia] Fixed: An issue where mf.dll failed to enumerate redirected web camera devices on Remote Desktop Services (RDS) environments.
  • [Windows Hello] Fixed: An issue in which Narrator reads the incorrect name for the "Enhance Facial Recognition Protection" check box under the Facial Recognition setting.
  • [Family Safety] Fixed: An issue where the "Ask to Use" approval flow was not being triggered for blocked apps. With this fix, the approval flow now appears as expected when a blocked app is accessed.
  • [Portable Devices] Fixed: An issue where the Removeable Storage Access policy may not work properly.
  • [Input and Composition] Fixed: An issue with the Chinese Simplified Input Method Editor (IME). Some extended characters were shown as empty boxes.
  • [Licensing] New! This update adds a new feature that allows customers using the Windows 10 keyless Commercial ESU solution—alongside a Windows 365 subscription—to block outbound network traffic. This enhancement supports compliance with Zero Exhaust policies.
  • [Search pane] Fixed: An issue that might cause the Windows Search pane to not show the preview pane correctly.
  • [Windows Backup for Organizations] New! Windows Backup for Organizations is now generally available! Experience seamless device transitions with enterprise-grade backup and restore. Whether you're refreshing your organization’s devices, upgrading to Windows 11, or deploying AI-powered PCs, this solution helps sustain productivity with minimal disruption, ensuring business continuity and organizational resilience.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/08/14/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-5837-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 17:07:55 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178133 [UPDATE 8/21] We are releasing Build 22631.5840 (KB5064080) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself.

  Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 2263

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  ]]> [UPDATE 8/21] We are releasing Build 22631.5840 (KB5064080) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.5837 (KB5064080) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA)] Fixed: This update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
  • [Device management] Fixed: An issue where the removable storage policy didn’t correctly block external devices such as USB flash drives and memory sticks.
  • [Family Safety] Fixed: An issue where the “Ask to Use” approval prompt didn’t appear when blocked apps were opened. With this fix, apps now show the expected approval prompt when Family Safety settings are enabled.
  • [File Explorer]
    • Fixed: File Explorer might unexpectedly only display a single folder (for example, Desktop), rather than the expected content with recent files and more.
    • Fixed: Syncing more SharePoint sites to File Explorer might slow performance when navigating folders or opening the context menu. This can also affect how quickly files launch.
  • [File sharing] Fixed: This update addresses an issue where accessing files on a Server Message Block (SMB) share over Quick UDP Internet Connections (QUIC) might result in unexpected delays.
  • [File system] Fixed: This update addresses an issue in Resilient File System (ReFS) where enabling de-duplication and compression simultaneously could occasionally cause the system to stop responding.
  • [Input]
    • Fixed: This update addresses an issue where certain extended Unicode characters—such as rare Chinese symbols—appeared as blank spaces or incorrect symbols in Windows text boxes. The fix ensures these characters display correctly and maintains compliance with GB18030-2022 requirements.
    • Fixed: This update addresses an issue with the Chinese (Simplified) Input Method Editor (IME) where some extended characters appeared as empty boxes.
  • [Narrator] Fixed: This update addresses an issue where Narrator incorrectly read the name of the Enhance Facial Recognition Protection checkbox under the Facial recognition (Windows Hello) setting.
  • [Network connectivity] Fixed: This update addresses an issue where Wi-Fi might not reconnect automatically after a Group Policy update.
  • [Remote Desktop] Fixed: An issue where cameras didn’t appear during remote sessions after being added or removed. Newly connected cameras were not recognized in Remote Desktop Services (RDS) environments.
  • [Windows Backup for Organizations] New! Windows Backup for Organizations is now generally available! Experience seamless device transitions with enterprise-grade backup and restore. Whether you're refreshing your organization’s devices, upgrading to Windows 11, or deploying AI-powered PCs, this solution helps sustain productivity with minimal disruption, ensuring business continuity and organizational resilience.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/08/14/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-5061-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 17:06:06 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178131 [UPDATE 8/21] We are releasing Build 26100.5067 (KB5064081) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself. An additional fix is noted below.

  Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re re

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  ]]> [UPDATE 8/21] We are releasing Build 26100.5067 (KB5064081) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself. An additional fix is noted below. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.5061 (KB5064081) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented. Please note that features and improvements that gradually roll out may not begin rolling out right away nor will they immediately show up right away.
  • [Recall] New! Recall opens to a personalized homepage that puts your recent activity and top-used apps and websites front and center, making it easy to pick up where you left off. After turning on snapshot collection, the homepage highlights key productivity features like Recent Snapshots, which show the latest snapshots to help you quickly resume tasks, and Top Apps and Websites, which display the three apps and websites you’ve used most in the past 24 hours. You can set filters in Settings to control which apps and websites are saved in snapshots. A new navigation bar on the leftmost side of the screen provides quick access to Home, Timeline, Feedback, and Settings.
  • [Click to Do] New! When you launch Click to Do for the first time, you'll see a quick interactive tutorial. It shows how to complete tasks faster by demonstrating actions on both text and images—such as summarizing large blocks of text or removing image backgrounds. To revisit the tutorial later, select More options ... > Start tutorial.
  • [General] New! When an app requests access to location, camera, microphone, or other device capabilities, Windows shows a redesigned system dialog box. The screen dims slightly, and the privacy prompt appears centered on the screen.
  • [Taskbar]
    • New! The larger clock with seconds is now back in the notification center, displayed above the date and calendar. To turn this option on, go to Settings > Time & language > Date & time, and turn on Show time in the Notification Center.
    • Fixed: If you accidentally click down and slide your mouse on the taskbar preview thumbnail, clicking it may stop working.
    • Fixed: File Explorer preview windows may appear when hovering over unrelated app icons in the taskbar.
  • [Search on the Taskbar]
    • New! When you use Search from the Windows taskbar, a new grid view will help you more quickly and accurately identify the desired image within your search.
    • New! Search on the taskbar now provides clearer status information. If your search results are incomplete while your PC is organizing files in the background, Windows shows a notice with a link to check progress. You can dismiss the notice when you're done. There is also a status for files and folders, so you can easily tell whether they’re available online (cloud) or stored on your device.
  • [Lock screen] New! After rolling this experience out to Windows Insiders in the EEA, we are now beginning to roll out more widget options on the lock screen as well as support for lock screen widget personalization (previously referred to as “Weather and more”) with Insiders in all regions. You can add, remove, and rearrange lock screen widgets such as Weather, Watchlist, Sports, Traffic, and more. Any widget that supports the small sizing option can be added here. To customize your lock screen widgets, navigate to Settings > Personalization > Lock screen.
  • [File Explorer]
    • New! Use AI actions in File Explorer to edit images or summarize documents. Just right click (or Press Shift+F10) on a file and select AI Actions. [UPDATE 8/28] AI actions in File Explorer will roll out in a future update.
      • Image actions: You can now use four AI-powered image actions with .jpg, .jpeg, and .png files. Visual Search searches the web using an image instead of text. Blur Background opens the Photos app to highlight the subject and blur the background. Erase Objects removes unwanted elements from your photo. Remove Background uses Paint to change any image leaving a smooth cut out of the subject.
      • AI actions for Microsoft 365 makes it easier to work with your documents. With the Summarize action in Copilot, you can quickly generate summaries of files stored in OneDrive and SharePoint—no need to open each one. This AI action requires an active Microsoft 365 subscription and a Copilot license (Microsoft account and Microsoft Entra ID supported).New! Dividers now appear between top-level icons in the File Explorer context menu.
    • New! When you're signed in with a work or school account (Entra ID), File Explorer will display people icons in the Activity column and the Recommended section at the top of File Explorer Home. Hover over or select a person's icon to open their Microsoft 365 Live Persona Card, which shows who they are and how they're connected to the file.
    • Fixed: If you try to use the unblock open in Properties for a file, it still shows as blocked when you open Properties the next time.
  • [Windows Hello]
    • New! As part of the enhanced passkey features released in September 2023, you’ll see a redesigned Windows Hello interface. These modernized visual updates support fast, clear communication that appear across multiple authentication flows, including the Windows sign-in screen, passkey, Recall, the Microsoft Store, and more. The Windows  security credential experience for passkey offers a cleaner, more intuitive interface designed to support fast, secure sign-in. You can now easily switch between authentication options such as passkeys or connected devices.
    • Fixed: Windows Hello may recognize your face on the login screen, however it would still fail and then prompt you to enter your pin. If you continue experiencing issues, you may need to go to the Facial Recognition section under Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options, and select Improve recognition.
    • Improved: Fingerprint login after standby is now more robust.
  • [Advanced Settings] New! The redesigned Advanced settings page under Settings > System > Advanced is an update of the For Developers page and makes it easier to find key options. New settings include Enable long paths, which removes MAX_PATH limitations; Virtual workspaces, which let you turn environments like Hyper-V and Windows Sandbox on or off; and File Explorer + version control, which shows Git details such as branch, diff count, and last commit message directly in File Explorer when you select a repository folder. [UPDATE 8/27] This change will roll out in a future update.
  • [Settings]
    • New! Windows activation and expiration prompts match the Windows 11 design and appear as system notifications when action is required. There also have been improvements to messaging under Settings > System > Activation.
    • New! You can go to Settings > Privacy & security > Text and Image Generation to see which third-party apps have recently used generative AI models provided by Windows. You can also choose which apps are permitted to use them—putting you in charge of your device’s AI experience.
    • New! You can view the Device Card on the Settings home page. It shows key specifications and usage details of your PC. From the card, go directly to Settings > About page for more detailed information about your PC. This card will show when signed in with your Microsoft account and in the U.S. only. [UPDATE 8/28] This change will roll out in a future update.
    • New! More time, language, and keyboard settings have moved from Control Panel to Settings. You can now add additional clocks, change your time server, and customize date and time formatting—including AM/PM symbols—directly from Settings > Time & language > Date & time. Number and currency formats, Unicode UTF-8 support, and options to copy language and region settings to other accounts are now under Settings > Time & language > Language & region. Keyboard character repeat and cursor blink rate settings are now easier to find under Settings > Accessibility. [UPDATE 8/28] This change will roll out in a future update.
    • New! As part of the Copilot+ PC experience, the agent in Settings helps you quickly find and change settings. Initially available on Snapdragon®-powered Copilot+ PCs, agent in Settings now supports AMD- and Intel™-powered Copilot+ PCs. It currently works only when your primary display language is set to English.
    • Fixed: Settings may crash if you attempt to add a security key under Settings > Account > Sign-in options.
  • [Task Manager] New! Task Manager now uses standard metrics to show CPU workload consistently across all pages, aligning with industry standards and third-party tools. If you prefer the previous view, you can enable a new optional column called CPU Utility in the Details tab to display the earlier CPU usage value shown on the Processes page.
  • [Windows Backup for Organizations] New! Windows Backup for Organizations is now generally available! Experience seamless device transitions with enterprise-grade backup and restore. Whether you're refreshing your organization’s devices, upgrading to Windows 11, or deploying AI-powered PCs, this solution helps sustain productivity with minimal disruption, ensuring business continuity and organizational resilience.
  • [PowerShell 2.0] Starting in August 2025, Windows 11, version 24H2, will no longer include Windows PowerShell 2.0.This  legacy component was  introduced in Windows 7 and officially deprecated in 2017. Most users won’t be affected, as newer versions such as PowerShell 5.1 and PowerShell 7.x remain available and supported. If you use older scripts or tools that depend on PowerShell 2.0, update them to avoid compatibility issues.
  • [Live captions] Fixed: Changing the opacity of live captions in Settings > Accessibility > Captions > Caption Style, has no effect.
  • [Input]
    • Fixed: Attempting to type Chinese with an IME after copying something with CTRL + C can result in the first character not displaying.
    • Fixed: An underlying issue related to textinputframework.dll could result in certain apps like Sticky Notes and Notepad crashing.
  • [Kerberos] Fixed: There may be an underlying crash in Kerberos when attempting to access a cloud file share.
  • [Login] Improved: Addressed some underlying cases which could lead to you seeing a blank white screen, or a screen saying, "just a moment", for a few minutes when logging in to your PC.
  • [dbgcore.dll] Fixed: An underlying issue with dbgcore.dll could result in certain apps, including explorer.exe, crashing.
  • [Audio] Improved: Addressed an underlying audio service hang which could impact the ability to play audio in certain cases.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Device management] Fixed: This update addresses an issue that prevented some system recovery features from working properly due to a temporary file sharing conflict. This affected certain device management tools and disrupted key functions on some devices.
  • [File system] Fixed: An issue in Resilient File System (ReFS) where using backup apps with large files could sometimes exhaust system memory.
  • [Input]
    • Fixed: This update addresses an issue with the Chinese (Simplified) Input Method Editor (IME) where some extended characters appear as empty boxes.
    • Fixed: This update addresses an issue that prevents typing on the touch keyboard when using the Microsoft Changjie, Microsoft Bopomofo, or Microsoft Japanese Input Method Editors (IMEs). The issue occurs after switching to a previous version of the IME.
  • [Performance] Fixed: This update addresses an issue that slows application installation on ARM64 devices. Some installers might take longer to complete.
  • [ADDED 8/21] [Miracast] Fixed: An issue where, on certain devices, audio would initially play but stop a few seconds after casting to a TV.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/07/10/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-5696-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 17:03:54 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178038 [UPDATE 7/15] We are releasing Build 22631.5699 (KB5062663) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself.

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  ]]> [UPDATE 7/15] We are releasing Build 22631.5699 (KB5062663) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.5696 (KB5062663) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).  

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA)] Fixed: This update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
  • [File systems]
    • Fixed: This update addresses an issue in the Resilient File System (ReFS) where using backup applications on large files could occasionally result in system memory becoming fully exhausted.
    • Fixed: An issue where searching for PDF files in a shared folder could return incorrect error messages—such as “No More Files” or “STATUS_NO_MORE_FILES.” These errors disrupted output to the virtual PDF printer and interfered with backup processes.
  • [Networking] Fixed: An issue where peripheral devices could take longer to work after resuming from hibernation on some devices with active cellular connections.
  • [Printer] Improved: Printer names now appear more clearly when using IPP Directed Discovery, making it easier to identify printers during setup.
  • [Stability issue] Fixed: This update addresses an issue observed in rare cases after installing the May 2025 security update and subsequent updates causing devices to experience stability issues. Some devices became unresponsive and stopped responding in specific scenarios.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/07/10/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-6156-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 17:03:44 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178040 [UPDATE 7/15] We are releasing Build 19045.6159 (KB5062649) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself.

  Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2

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  ]]> [UPDATE 7/15] We are releasing Build 19045.6159 (KB5062649) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself. Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.6156 (KB5062649) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements (items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented):
  • Update resolves an issue impacting the Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) enrollment wizard. Some users experienced a problem where clicking “Enroll now” caused the wizard window to open, begin loading, and then close unexpectedly. This occurred due to incomplete app registration, which prevented the wizard from loading correctly. This update addresses that issue to ensure a smoother enrollment experience.
  • ​​​​​[Mobile Operator Profiles] Updated: Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles.
  • [Secure Boot] New! Adds the ability to deploy SKUSiPolicy VBS Anti-rollback protections through the Secure Boot AvailableUpdates registry key.
  • [Stability issue] Fixed: This update addresses an issue observed in rare cases after installing the May 2025 security update and subsequent updates causing devices to experience stability issues. Some devices became unresponsive and stopped responding in specific scenarios.
  Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/07/10/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-4762-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 17:03:36 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178042 [UPDATE 7/17] We are releasing Build 26100.4767 (KB5062663) today which is a small update that adds some additional fixes that are documented below.

  Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows

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  ]]> [UPDATE 7/17] We are releasing Build 26100.4767 (KB5062663) today which is a small update that adds some additional fixes that are documented below. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.4762 (KB5062660) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented. Please note that features and improvements that gradually roll out may not begin rolling out right away nor will they immediately show up right away.
  • [Recall]
    • New! We are excited to announce Recall is now available in the European Economic Area (EEA). For more info, see Retrace your steps with Recall. In the EEA, Recall supports exporting snapshots to share with trusted third-party apps and websites. When saving snapshots is turned on for the first time, a unique Recall export code appears. This code is required to decrypt exported snapshots and is shown only once during initial setup. Microsoft doesn’t store or recover this code. To export, go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Recall & Snapshots > Advanced Settings and authenticate with Windows Hello. Choose to export past snapshots (from the last 7 days, 30 days, or all) or start a continuous export. Third-party apps can access exported snapshots only when both the export code and folder path are provided. If you lose or compromise the export code, reset Recall to generate a new one.
    • New! For all Recall users worldwide, we are adding the ability to reset Recall and all its data. You will now see an advanced settings page under Settings > Privacy & Security > Recall & Snapshots. Under this new advanced settings page, we have included a reset button that will delete all your snapshots and reset your settings for Recall.
  • [Click to Do]
    • New!¹ Practice in Reading Coach is a new Click to Do text action that helps you improve reading fluency and pronunciation. Select text on your screen, choose Practice in Reading Coach, and read the text aloud. Reading Coach gives you feedback and shows where to improve. To use this feature, install the free Microsoft Reading Coach app from the Microsoft Store.
    • New!¹ Read with Immersive Readeris a new text action in Click to Do that displays text in a focused, distraction-free environment. It helps improve reading and writing for all skill levels and abilities. You can adjust text size, spacing, font, and background theme, have text read aloud, break words into syllables, and highlight parts of speech. The picture dictionary shows images for unfamiliar words. To use this feature, install the free Microsoft Reading Coach application from the Microsoft Store.
    • New!¹ With the Draft with Copilot in Word text action, you can quickly turn any recognized text into a full draft. Whether it’s a sentence in an email or a snippet on your screen, press Win + Click on the recognized text, then select Draft with Copilot in Word. No more blank pages. No more writer's block. Just momentum. For “Draft with Copilot in Word” – a Microsoft 365 Copilot subscription is required.
    • New!¹ Click to Do on Copilot+ PCs now supports actions through Microsoft Teams. When you select an email address recognized by Click to Do on your screen, you can choose to send a Teams message or schedule a Teams meeting. These options make it easy to ask a question or set up time to talk without interrupting your workflow.
  • [Settings]
    • New!¹ The new agent in Settings is part of the Copilot+ PC experience and is designed to help solve one of the most common frustrations: finding and changing settings on your PC. You can describe what you need help with, such as “how to control my PC by voice” or “my mouse pointer is too small,” and the agent will suggest steps to resolve the issue. An agent uses AI on your PC to understand your request and, with your permission, can automate and complete tasks for you. This experience is rolling out to Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, with support for AMD and Intel™-powered PCs coming soon. It currently works only if your primary display language is set to English.
    • New! On non-Copilot+ PCs, the search box in Settings will now be located at the top center to deliver a more consistent and better search experience.
    • Fixed: If your PC is set to 'Do nothing' on 'Closing the lid' in Settings > System > Power and Battery and the Settings window is left open when you close the lid, upon opening the lid again Settings window might hang and become unresponsive to input or resizing (instead, just showing your accent color).
    • Fixed: Settings may hang when attempting to save credentials for Wi-Fi network
  • [Windows Resiliency Initiative] The following changes are part of the Windows Resiliency Initiative announced at Ignite 2024:
    • New! Quick machine recovery is now available. When enabled, it automatically detects and fixes widespread issues on Windows 11 devices using the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). This reduces downtime and avoids the need for manual fixes. If a device experiences a widespread boot issue, it enters WinRE, connects to the internet, and Microsoft can deliver a targeted fix through Windows Update. IT admins can enable or customize this experience for their organization through the Intune Settings Catalog UI using the RemoteRemediationCSP. There is also a dedicated quick machine recovery settings page available under System > Recovery > Quick machine recovery. Today, it’s enabled by default for home users.
    • New! A more streamlined interface appears during an unexpected restart This updated design aligns with Windows 11’s visual style and helps you return to work faster. The screen displays a more readable layout while keeping the technical details visible. This screen appears with a black background.
  • [UPDATED] [Start menu] New! We are adding a Boolean to the Configure Start Pins policy to allow admins to apply Start menu pins once. This means that a user will receive admin pins on day 0 but can then make any changes to their Start pinned layout and have those safeguarded. These changes can be optionally applied through the existing configuration service provider (CSP).
  • [Snap] New! Improvements make it easier to learn and use Snap in Windows 11. Inline messages now appear when you accidentally open the Snap Bar by dragging an app to the upper center of your desktop or open the Snap menu by hovering over the Minimize or Maximize button. These messages provide helpful tips on Snap app windows and show keyboard shortcuts.
  • [Windows Search] New! Windows Search settings are now easier to find. Instead of two separate pages for settings (“Search permissions” and “Searching Windows”), you’ll now find everything in one place under Settings > Privacy & security > Search. This new page has a modern look and a better layout, so you can quickly view and manage all your Windows Search settings.
  • [File Explorer]
    • Fixed: If you opened the “…” menu in the File Explorer address bar to show the full list of folders for the current path, the dropdown may be cut off and the bottom of it inaccessible.
    • Fixed: File operation progress dialogs may stop appearing when displayed from apps.
    • Fixed: The more SharePoint sites are synced to File Explorer, File Explorer may start to show noticeable performance degradation when navigating through folders and opening the context menu. In this state it may also impact the performance of launching files.
  • [Input] New! The Gamepad layout of the Windows touch keyboard now includes enhanced controller navigation and improved focus handling for child keys, menus, word suggestions, language switching, and settings. A new Gamepad keyboard, designed for gaming, also supports PIN sign-in on the Windows lock screen. It offers controller shortcuts for quick PIN entry and full navigation for those who prefer not to use shortcuts.
  • [Desktop icons] Fixed: If you have an app pinned to your desktop, and the app updates, the app icon may no longer display correctly and instead show a white page.
  • [Notifications] Fixed: Clicking a Windows notification toast may unexpectedly not bring the relevant app into the foreground, for example when interacting with Outlook notifications.
  ¹Functionality will vary by device and market; text actions will be available across markets in select character sets. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Authentication] Fixed: This update addresses an issue that affects the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). LSASS might stop responding during machine password changes with specific audit settings.
  • [File Explorer] Fixed: File Explorer Home might unexpectedly only display a single folder (for example, Desktop), rather than the expected content with recent files and more.
  • [File system] Fixed: This update addresses an issue in the Resilient File System (ReFS) where using backup applications on large files could occasionally result in system memory becoming fully exhausted.
  • [Stability issue] Fixed: This update addresses an issue observed in rare cases after installing the May 2025 security update and subsequent updates causing devices to experience stability issues. Some devices became unresponsive and stopped responding in specific scenarios.
  Additional fixes added with Build 26100.4767:
  • [Graphics] Fixed: An issue where external graphics cards connected through Thunderbolt weren’t always recognized in some cases.
  • [Input (know issue)]
    • Fixed: An issue when using the Microsoft Changjie IME (input method editor) for Traditional Chinese might cause problems such as not being able to form or select words, unresponsive spacebar or blank key, incorrect word output, or a broken candidate window display. This can occur after installing KB5062553.
    • Fixed: This update addresses an issue that affects Phonetic input methods, including the Hindi Phonetic Input keyboard and the Marathi Phonetic keyboard, which might not work correctly after installing KB5062553.
  • [Group Policy Editor] Fixed: This update addresses an issue where the Group Policy Editor shows error messages like “No element was expected but found” or “Encountered an unknown error” when opened.
  • [Windows Firewall] Fixed: This update addresses an issue found in Event Viewer as Event 2042 for Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. The event appears as "Config Read Failed" with the message "More data is available." For more information about this issue, see "Error events are logged for Windows Firewall" in the Windows Health Dashboard.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team EDITOR'S NOTE 7/11: We made some adjustments to the Recall section under "Gradual Rollout" for clarity.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/06/19/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-4482-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 19 Jun 2025 17:27:02 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=178001 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.4482 (KB5060829) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).

  Below i

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  ]]> Windows 11 Build 26100.4482 (KB5060829) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented. Please note that features and improvements that gradually roll out may not begin rolling out right away nor will they immediately show up right away.
  • [ADDED 6/25] [Click to Do (Preview)] New! Ask Microsoft 365 Copilot is a new action in Click to Do on Copilot+ PCs. Use it to send text or images to Microsoft 365 Copilot, which will respond to your questions. The Ask Microsoft 365 Copilot action requires a Microsoft 365 license and follows your organization’s privacy policies.
  • [App defaults] New! We are rolling out some small changes in the EEA region for default browsers via the Set default button in Settings > Apps > Default apps:
    • Additional file and link types will be set for the new default browser, if it registers them.
    • The new default browser will be pinned to the Taskbar and Start menu unless you choose not to pin it by clearing the checkboxes.
    • There is now a separate one-click button for browsers to change your .pdf default, if the browser registers for the .pdf file type.
  • [Start menu] New! For Admins, the Configure Start Pins policy now includes an option to apply Start menu pins only once. This means users will receive the admin Start menu pins on their first sign-in (day 0), but afterward, they can personalize their pinned layout, and those changes will be retained. UPDATE: This change will roll out at a later date.
  • [Taskbar & System Tray]
    • New! The taskbar now resizes icons to fit more apps when space runs low, keeping everything visible and easy to access. You can adjust how icons appear in settings—reduce icon size only when the taskbar is full (default), keep icons at their original size at all times by selecting Never, or use smaller icons all the time by selecting Always. To change this setting, right-click an empty area on the taskbar, select Taskbar settings, expand the Taskbar behaviors section, and choose your preference under Show smaller taskbar buttons.
    • New! In addition to the new grouping of the Accessibility menu in Quick settings, there are text descriptions for the assistive technologies like Narrator, Voice access, and more for easier identification and learning.
    • New! Adjusted the indicator (pill) under taskbar apps to make it wider and more visible.
    • Fixed: Clicking the top third of the buttons in the top row doesn't work to enable or disable the button.
    • Fixed: WIN + CTRL + Number doesn't work anymore for switching windows of an open app in the taskbar
    • Fixed: When using taskbar in Windows, the media controls that appear in the preview windows for apps might unexpectedly flicker.
  • [Windows Share]
    • New! When you share links or web content using the Windows share window, you will see a visual preview for that content.
    • New! In the Windows share window, you can select a compression level—High, Medium, or Low Quality—when editing and sharing images, instead of selecting from a 0–100 scale.
  • [PC Migration] We’re beginning the rollout of a new PC-to-PC migration experience in Windows. You’ll start to see the landing and the pairing page in the Windows Backup app, giving you a first look at what’s coming. In the full experience, you will be able to transfer your files and settings from your old PC to the new one during the PC setup process. Support during the PC setup will be available in a future update. We are releasing in phases for a smooth experience and will provide more details soon.
  • [File Explorer] Improved: Performance has been enhanced when extracting archive files - this will particularly help in the case of copy pasting large numbers of files out of large 7z or .rar archives.
  • Narrator
    • New! The Screen Curtain feature in Narrator helps protect your privacy and improve focus by blacking out the screen while Narrator reads content aloud. This is especially helpful in public or shared spaces, where you can work with sensitive information without others seeing your screen. To turn on Narrator, press Ctrl + Windows + Enter. Then press Caps Lock + Ctrl + C to enable Screen Curtain. While it’s on, you can use Narrator as usual with the screen hidden. Press Caps Lock + Ctrl + C again to turn it off.
    • New! Narrator makes it easier to discover and learn about its features directly within the experience. Whether you're new or exploring advanced options, Narrator will guide you through the latest updates using a series of steps and prompts that explain each new feature and change.
  • [Voice Access]
    • New! You can now use voice access to navigate, dictate, and interact with Windows using voice commands in Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
    • New! You can add custom words to the dictionary in voice access. The feature will be available in all the currently supported voice access languages.
  • [Settings]
    • New! We are starting to roll out the Settings homepage for commercial customers on PCs managed by an IT administrator. The feature will show some existing cards relevant to enterprise-managed PCs like “Recommended settings” and “Bluetooth devices” as well as two new enterprise-specific device info and accessibility preferences cards. For commercial customers who also use their Microsoft account on their managed PC, there will also be a new accounts card indicating the presence of both work and school and Microsoft account types. 
    • New! Added the country or region selected during device setup under Settings > Time & language > Language & region.
    • Fixed: The storage card in Settings > System > About shows an incorrect or unreadable character instead of the proper disk size.
  • [Windowing]
    • Fixed: When you ALT + Tab out of a full screen game, other windows (like Windows Terminal might stop responding.
    • Fixed: An underlying issue might lead to unexpected window size and position changes after sleep/resume for some devices.
    • Fixed: Explorer.exe might stop working unexpectedly  when dragging a window  if window snapping is enabled.
  • [Scripting] Fixed: Running a script on a remote SMB share might take an unexpectedly long time if the share was an older Windows Server version like Windows Server 2019.
  • [Graphics]
    • Improved: Made some underlying changes to help improve display related user experiences, including reducing screen flashing in some display configuration transitions and removing unnecessary display resets which was happening in some cases.
    • Fixed: Certain displays might be unexpectedly green.
    • Fixed: If User Account Control (UAC) is set to Always Notify and the button under Settings > System > Display for color calibration is selected for your display and canceled, Settings  will stop responding.
  • [Color Filters] Improved: Adjusted the location of the intensity and color boost sliders under Settings > Accessibility > Color Filters, so the color previews at the top of the page are visible while adjusting the sliders.
  • [Input] Fixed: Typing Japanese with the touch keyboard may stop working after switching to typing with an English keyboard and back.
  • [Printing] Fixed: Printed lines might be unexpectedly thicker than expected.
  • [MSFTEdit.dll] Fixed: Some apps like Sticky Notes and dxdiag might stop working when the display language is set to Arabic or Hebrew.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Copilot] Fixed: Improved the Copilot key’s reliability and resolved an issue that prevented users from restarting Copilot after using the key.
  • [Performance] Fixed: This update addresses an issue to maintain efficiency of Storage Spaces Direct (S2D). When running complex software defined data center (SDDC) related workflows, it’s possible the system might become unresponsive.
  • [Storage optimization] Fixed: An issue that prevented unused language packs and Feature on Demand packages from being fully removed, which led to unnecessary storage use and longer Windows Update installation times.
  • [Windows Search]
    • Fixed: Windows Search responds very slowly—the Search Box can take over 10 seconds to load before you can use it.
    • Fixed: This update enhances the reliability of Windows Search and resolves an issue that prevented users from typing in Windows Search in some cases.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/06/12/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-5545-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 17:14:22 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177972 [UPDATE 6/19] We are releasing Build 22631.5548 (KB5060826) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with some of the new features and improvements gradually rolling out with this release.

  Hello Wi

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  ]]> [UPDATE 6/19] We are releasing Build 22631.5548 (KB5060826) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with some of the new features and improvements gradually rolling out with this release. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.5545 (KB5060826) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented. Please note that features and improvements that gradually roll out may not begin rolling out right away nor will they immediately show up right away. 
  • App defaults] New! We are rolling out some small changes in the EEA region for default browsers via the Set default button in Settings > Apps > Default apps:
    • Additional file and link types will be set for the new default browser, if it registers them.
    • The new default browser will be pinned to the Taskbar and Start menu unless you choose not to pin it by clearing the checkboxes.
    • There is now a separate one-click button for browsers to change your .pdf default, if the browser registers for the .pdf file type.
  • [Windows Share] New! When you share links or web content using the Windows share window, you will see a visual preview for that content.
  • [ADDED 6/19] [PC Migration] We’re beginning the rollout of a new PC-to-PC migration experience in Windows. You’ll start to see the landing and the pairing page in the Windows Backup app, giving you a first look at what’s coming. In the full experience, you will be able to transfer your files and settings from your old PC to the new one during the PC setup process. Support during the PC setup will be available in a future update. We are releasing in phases for a smooth experience and will provide more details soon.
  • [ADDED 6/18] [Windows Setup] New! Admins can configure whether a new device gets critical updates during the out-of-box experience (OOBE).

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Audit] Fixed: An issue with auditing privilege use created too many security event logs. These logs filled up the system drive and prevented users from signing in.
  • [Authentication] Fixed: This update fixes an issue where domain-joined machines running Windows 11 22H2 or 23H2 couldn’t update their account passwords on Windows Server 2025 domain controllers, which led to trust relationship issues.
  • Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA)] Fixed: This update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
  • [Display Kernel] Fixed: An issue that prevented Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) connections until you restarted your device.
  • [Network file sharing] Fixed: This update fixes an issue where workstations and servers might stop responding when connecting to resources located on Server Message Block (SMB) shares.
  • [Performance] Fixed: This update addresses an issue that prevented the complete removal of unused language packs and Feature on Demand packages, which previously led to unnecessary storage use and longer Windows Update installation times.
  • [Shell] Fixed: This update resolves an issue where kiosk devices might stop responding after being locked and unlocked by an administrator.
  • Windows Hello] Fixed: This update fixes an issue that prevented the automatic renewal of expiring certificates in Windows Hello for Business.
  • [Windows Search] Fixed: Windows Search responds very slowly—the Search Box can take over 10 seconds to load before you can use it.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/06/12/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-6029-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 17:14:17 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177970 [UPDATE 6/19] We are releasing Build 19045.6033 (KB5061087) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with some of the improvements gradually rolling out with this release.

  Hello Windows Insiders, t

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  ]]> [UPDATE 6/19] We are releasing Build 19045.6033 (KB5061087) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with some of the improvements gradually rolling out with this release. Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.6029 (KB5061087) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements (items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented):
  • [Mobile Operator Profiles] Updated: Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles.
  • [App Platforms and Frameworks]
    • Fixed: An issue affecting Component Object Model (COM) functionality on Windows platforms, where remote COM activations were failing with error 0x8001011.
    • Upgraded the version of the curl tool included in Windows to v8.13.0.
  • App defaults] New! We are rolling out some small changes in the EEA region for default browsers via the Set default button in Settings > Apps > Default apps:
    • Additional file and link types will be set for the new default browser, if it registers them.
    • The new default browser will be pinned to the Taskbar and Start menu unless you choose not to pin it by clearing the checkboxes.
    • There is now a separate one-click button for browsers to change your .pdf default, if the browser registers for the .pdf file type.
  • [Authentication Platform] Fixed: An issue affecting the device registration in Entra ID Windows Account Manager (WAM) plugin.
  • [Input and Composition] Fixed: An issue affecting the complete removal of unused language packs and Feature on Demand (FOD) packages. This led to unnecessary storage use and increase in Windows Update installation time.
  • [Print and Peripherals] Fixed: An issue affecting USB-connected Multi-Function printers with dual protocol interfaces, where scanning may fail and prevent use of the OS's built-in scanning functionality.
  • [Start Menu]
    • Fixed: An issue causing jump lists to disappear from the Start Menu.
    • Fixed: An issue where the Start Menu was not starting after installing an update.
  • [Settings] Fixed: Settings > System > About unexpectedly shows version 2009 instead of version 22H2.
  • [Servicing] Fixed: An issue where Kiosk devices using the ForceAutoLogon configuration and Shift Override might stop responding with a blue screen after being locked and unlocked by support administrators.
  • [File Server] Fixed: An issue where the system may hang when acknowledging an Oplock break on resources located on SMB shares.
  • [ADDED 6/19] [PC Migration] We’re beginning the rollout of a new PC-to-PC migration experience in Windows. You’ll start to see the landing and the pairing page in the Windows Backup app, giving you a first look at what’s coming. In the full experience, you will be able to transfer your files and settings from your old PC to the new one during the PC setup process. Support during the PC setup will be available in a future update. We are releasing in phases for a smooth experience and will provide more details soon.
  Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/06/02/updates-to-windows-for-the-digital-markets-act/ Mon, 02 Jun 2025 19:41:39 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177925 [UPDATE 8/28] The ability to uninstall the Microsoft Store in EEA is now rolling out to Windows 10 and 11 retail PCs.

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  ]]> [UPDATE 8/28] The ability to uninstall the Microsoft Store in EEA is now rolling out to Windows 10 and 11 retail PCs. [UPDATE 7/25] The default browser changes have started rolling out to Windows 10 and 11 retail PCs. Note that Windows 11 will include the functionality for the default browser to Pin to Start, but Windows 10 will not. The Start menu design on Windows 10 is different and shows a list of all apps when opened (including new apps at the top), and the pinned section is optimized for Live Tiles which not all apps support.  [UPDATE 6/26] There was an issue in the configuration for the default browser changes in the Beta Channel release originally noted. That configuration issue has been resolved, and these changes will now be available with Build 26120.4452 in the Beta Channel. The default browser changes remain on track to start rolling out on retail PCs in July.
  We've discovered a bug in the Windows Search functionality and have paused the rollout of the Microsoft Bing app's latest version which opens web content in the default browser. That bug is on track to be fixed in the June non-security preview update and after that we'll resume the Microsoft Bing app rollout. In the meantime, the changes are available in Insider Preview builds and will finish rolling out to retail on Windows 10 and Windows 11 in July. ----------------------------------------
  As part of Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to compliance with the Digital Markets Act, we are making the following changes to Windows 10, Windows 11, and Microsoft apps in the European Economic Area (EEA). We’ll update this post as these changes are shipped, first in Windows Insider builds and then in retail builds.

  Default browser

  Currently, changing the default browser with the “Set default” button sets http, https, .htm, and .html. Additional file and link types will now be set in the EEA.
  • Setting the default browser in Settings with the “Set default” button will now set the following link and file types (if the browser registers for them) in the EEA:
    • Link types: ftp, http, https, read
    • File types: .htm, .html, .mht, .mhtml, .shtml, .svg, .xht, .xhtml, .xml
  • Setting the default browser with the “Set default” button will pin it to the Taskbar in the EEA, unless you choose not to by unselecting the checkboxes.
  • You can set the .pdf file type default for browsers (if the browser registers for it) in the EEA.
  [caption id="attachment_177927" align="alignnone" width="735"] Default apps settings page showing new functionality for pinning and .pdf file type.[/caption] Some of these default browser changes have already started rolling out to the Beta Channel in Build 26120.4151, and the rest of the functionality in Windows 10 and Windows 11 will start rolling out to retail in July.

  Windows Search

  In the EEA, apps can provide web search results in Windows Search. This design has been updated to be more fully featured and improve the user experience across multiple providers.
  • If an app registers a web search provider, it is automatically enabled when the app is installed.
  • It is easier to view results from many web search providers at the same time, and you can still use the scoping tabs at the top to narrow down your results.
  • Web search providers can be reordered in Settings so you can easily customize your experience.
  These Windows Search changes are already available in Windows Insider builds and will finish rolling out to retail builds on Windows 10 and Windows 11 in early June. Updated developer documentation is available here: Windows Search providers - Windows apps | Microsoft Learn. [caption id="attachment_177928" align="alignnone" width="515"] Search results from Windows Search showing multiple web search providers shown at the same time.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_177929" align="alignnone" width="735"] Settings for web search providers with ability to reorder them.[/caption]

  Microsoft Store

  In the EEA, you will now be able to uninstall the Microsoft Store. Apps installed and distributed from the Microsoft Store will continue to get updates even if the Microsoft Store is uninstalled, keeping them secure and up to date.
  • The Microsoft Store can be uninstalled from Start and Settings in the EEA, just like other apps.
  • You will be able to reinstall the Microsoft Store.
  [caption id="attachment_177930" align="alignnone" width="515"] Ability to uninstall the Microsoft Store in the EEA.[/caption] This change will be available later this year on Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices in the EEA. Developers have always been able to distribute their Store apps through the Microsoft Store Web Installer, such as on their own website, and this will continue to work when the Store is uninstalled.

  Microsoft apps

  A few changes are being made to Microsoft apps in the EEA, including:
  • The Microsoft Bing app, which is a provider of web search experiences in Windows Search, now opens web content with the default browser in the EEA. This change is already available in Windows Insider builds and will finish rolling out to retail on Windows 10 and Windows 11 in early June.
  • The Start Experiences app, which is a provider of widget and feed experiences in the Widgets Board and Lock Screen, now opens web content with the default browser in the EEA. This change will start rolling out in June to Windows 11. On Windows 10 there is no Widgets Board, instead, any application can create a dockable window on the Taskbar using desk bands. Microsoft Edge uses this capability for its News & Interests feature, which isn’t changing – it will continue opening web content directly.
  • Microsoft Edge will not prompt you to set it as the default browser unless you open it directly, for example, by clicking on its icon on the Taskbar. This change is available in the EEA starting with Edge version 137.0.3296.52, which was released on May 29, 2025.
  • When Microsoft Edge is uninstalled, other Microsoft apps won’t prompt you to reinstall it in the EEA (excluding PWAs distributed in the Microsoft Store using Microsoft Edge technology). A few apps are still being updated with this change and will start rolling out in June to Windows 10 and Windows 11.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/05/19/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-4188-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 19 May 2025 17:25:19 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177876 [UPDATE 5/27] We are releasing Build 26100.4202 (KB5058499) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself.

  Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26

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  ]]> [UPDATE 5/27] We are releasing Build 26100.4202 (KB5058499) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.4188 (KB5058499) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.
  • [Click to Do (preview)]
    • New! We’re introducing more intelligent text actions to enhance your Click to Do experience even further on AMD and Intel™-powered Copilot+ PCs. Use WIN key + mouse-click or WIN + Q to select a text block and then drag to select the text that you want. You’ll see options to Summarize, Create a bulleted list, or to help you Rewrite your text, so it sounds more causal, more formal, or more polished.
    • New! Click to Do can now perform intelligent text actions in Spanish and French.
    • New!¹Ask Copilot is a new action within Click to Do. When you highlight text or an image, Click to Do offers the Ask Copilot Selecting it opens Microsoft Copilot with your content in the prompt box. You can send the selected text or image directly to the Copilot app to complete your prompt.
    • New!² Click to Do (preview) is now available in the European Economic Area (EEA), bringing NPU-powered intelligent text actions for English to more users, along with new support for Spanish and French—enabling actions Summarize, Create a bulleted list, and Refine in these languages.
    • New! If your PC has pen and inking capabilities, you can configure the shortcut button to open Click to Do with a single-click, double-click, or press and hold through Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Pen & Windows Ink.
    • New! You can add Click to Do as one of the four apps in the pen menu on your PC. If all slots for the pen menu are full, you might need to replace one app with Click to Do in the menu settings.
  • [Copilot]
    • New! You can open Copilot on Windows with Win + C. You can personalize your Copilot key and Win + C experience at any time with the existing “Customize Copilot key on keyboard” under Settings > Personalization > Text input. For Enterprise users, see Updated Windows and Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat experience.
    • New! To press to talk with Copilot on Windows, hold the Copilot key or Win + C for two seconds if you don’t have a Copilot key. Press Esc or stay silent for a few seconds to end the call. You can also use Alt + Spacebar to talk with Copilot on Windows. This feature enables you to interact with Copilot using your voice, providing instant responses while you continue your tasks.
  • [Cross Device Resume] New! Seamlessly resume working on OneDrive files from your phone (iOS and Android) on your Windows 11 PC with a single click. With this feature, you will get a notification asking you if you want to pick up where you left off editing a OneDrive file like a Word doc that you last viewed or edited on your phone within a 5-minute time window preceding unlocking your PC.
  • [Energy saver] New! IT admins can manage Energy saver settings on Windows 11 PCs through group policies and MDM configurations using Microsoft Intune. This feature helps extend battery life by limiting background activity, dimming the screen, and contributing to environmental sustainability. To configure the policy, go to the Local Group Policy under Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > System > Power Management > Energy Saver Settings and “Enable Energy Saver to Always Be On.”
  • [Graphics] New! Manage your PC’s HDR features under Settings > System > Display > Updates include: A clearer label for “Use HDR” that better explains which media types are supported. The ability to stream HDR video even when HDR is turned off. On PCs with Dolby Vision, a new toggle lets you turn Dolby Vision on or off independently of HDR—giving you more control over your viewing experience.
  • [Narrator] New! Enhance digital accessibility with AI-powered image descriptions in Narrator on Copilot+ PCs. This feature provides detailed descriptions of images, charts, and graphs for blind and low-vision users. To turn on Narrator, press Ctrl + Windows key + Enter or search for 'Narrator' in Windows search. Use Narrator key + Ctrl + D for image descriptions.
  • [Improved Windows Search]
    • New! As part of improving Windows Search on Copilot+ PCs, we’re beginning to roll out the ability to type a setting you’re looking for in the Windows search box on your taskbar without needing to remember the exact setting name. For example, you can use your own words to find settings like “change my theme” or “about my PC”. You no longer need to remember the exact setting name you are looking for.
    • New! In the European Economic Area (EEA), you can now find cloud photos using improved Windows Search on the taskbar. Describe the photos, like 'European castles' or 'summer picnics,' in the search box. Photos from the cloud and your Copilot+ PC appear in the search results. Exact keyword matches within your cloud files will also show up. This feature is gradually rolling out to Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, with support for AMD and Intel-powered PCs coming soon.
  • [Search on Taskbar] New! Improved support for web search providers in Windows Search for the EEA, including with increased discoverability.
  • [Settings]
    • New! Find answers to commonly asked questions about your PC and Windows 11 in the new FAQs section on the Settings > System > About It covers topics like system setup, performance, and compatibility - all in one place.
    • New! The dialog to rename your printer under Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners now matches the Windows 11 look and feel.
    • New! Mouse settings are now easier to access under Settings > Accessibility > Mouse and Mouse pointer and touch, with no need to open Control Panel. You’ll find updated icons for Mouse pointer speed and Enhance mouse pointer precision, plus options for customizing the mouse indicator, pointer trails, and hover activation time.
  • [Taskbar]
    • New! Admins can configure taskbar policies so users can unpin specific apps, ensuring they are not repinned during the next policy refresh. To turn on this feature, use the new PinGeneration option.
    • Fixed: When using Tab and Shift + Tab to move keyboard focus around the taskbar, if you go backwards at least once you can get keyboard focus stuck on the taskbar frame, which could lead screen readers to just say “pane”.
    • Fixed: Keyboard focus may be unexpectedly set to widgets in the taskbar on login, which can make widgets invoke
  • [Voice access]
    • New! Voice access now includes an in-product experience that highlights new features and improvements. Use the settings menu to open or dismiss it anytime.
    • New! You can find voice access under Accessibility in Quick Settings at the lower-right corner of your screen near the clock. To open Quick Settings, select the network, volume, or battery icon.
    • Fixed: Voice access may freeze with error “working on it” when dictating.
  • [Voice typing] New! You control the profanity filter. When you turn it on, it masks profanity with asterisks. When you turn it off, words appear as spoken. To change the setting, open voice typing (Win + H), select the settings icon, and turn on the Filter profanity switch.
  • [Windows Share]
    • New! Make last-minute edits such as cropping, rotating, and adding filters to images shared through the Windows Share window.
    • New! When you drag a local file from File Explorer or your desktop, a tray appears at the top of your screen. Drop the file into a suggested app or select More… to open the Windows share window.
    • New! Add apps that support sharing directly to the right-click menu for local files in File Explorer or on the desktop.
  • [Audio] Fixed: The startup sound may not play on boot, although it is enabled.
  • [MMC] Fixed: Improved the colors used in MMC when items are selected, both generally, and when contrast modes are enabled.
  • [USB] Fixed: Certain USB devices may become disconnected after sleep, until you reboot your PC.
  • [Input]
    • Fixed: Voice typing won't start from the touch keyboard when using the Chinese (Simplified) narrow layout.
    • Fixed: When using the Symbols section of the touch keyboard, pressing the key to change pages may unexpectedly insert a character into password fields.
    • Fixed: Typing in some apps may stop working after disconnecting from a remote desktop session.
  • [JPG] Fixed: When using CopyPixels the pixels may be unexpectedly inverted in certain cases.
  • [Bluetooth] Fixed: Settings may crash when loading information about Bluetooth devices.
  • [Display] Fixed: Unexpected scaling and window position changes may occur after sleep/resume for some devices.
  • [Print] Fixed: Non-admin users can't uninstall printers that they’ve added.
  • [Windows Hello] Fixed: When using Windows Hello for Business facial recognition, the camera may unexpectedly fail after waking the PC from sleep, blocking login using this method.
  • [Camera] Fixed: Settings may crash when interacting with content under Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Cameras.
  • [File Explorer] Fixed: If you have disconnected network drives when doing a search from Home it may prevent searches from executing and you remain on Home.
  • [UHF Tuning] Fixed: Tuning scan for UHF channels doesn't work, and only VHF channels are returned.
  ¹ Coming later to the European Economic Area. Functionality will vary by device and market. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs. ² Functionality will vary by device and market; text actions will be available across markets in select character sets. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [BitLocker] Fixed: This update addresses an issue where devices with BitLocker on removable drives could encounter a blue screen error after resuming from sleep or hybrid-booting.
  • [Boot menu screens] Fixed: This update addresses the issue where early boot screens, such as BitLocker PIN, BitLocker Recovery key, and boot menu screens, render slowly.
  • [Graphics kernel] Fixed: An issue where some game titles become unresponsive after upgrading to Windows 11, version 24H2.
  • [Memory leak] Fixed: This update addresses an issue in the Input Service that causes increased memory usage, potentially impacting performance in multi-user, multi-lingual, and remote desktop usage.
  • [Multimedia] Fixed: If you turn on multi-app mode or basic camera mode in advanced camera settings, the Windows Hello Face Enrollment might not work and show a bad camera preview.
  • [Network] Fixed: This update addresses an issue where Windows Server 2025 always shows the network as "public" on new domain controllers. It now checks for a domain controller name before using loopback addresses to ensure proper Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) binding.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/05/15/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-5409-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 15 May 2025 17:26:07 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177871 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.5409 (KB5058502) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).

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  ]]> Windows 11 Build 22631.5409 (KB5058502) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.
  • [Copilot]
    • New! You can open Copilot on Windows with Win + C. You can personalize your Copilot key and Win + C experience at any time with the existing “Customize Copilot key on keyboard” under Settings > Personalization > Text input. For Enterprise users, see Updated Windows and Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat experience.
    • New! To press to talk with Copilot on Windows, hold the Copilot key or Win + C for two seconds if you don’t have a Copilot key. Press Esc or stay silent for a few seconds to end the call. You can also use Alt + Spacebar to talk with Copilot on Windows. This feature enables you to interact with Copilot using your voice, providing instant responses while you continue your tasks
  • [Search on Taskbar] Improved support for web search providers in Windows Search for the EEA, including with increased discoverability.
  • [Settings] New! Find answers to commonly asked questions about your PC and Windows 11 in the new FAQs section on the Settings > System > About. It covers topics like system setup, performance, and compatibility - all in one place.
  • Taskbar] New! Admins can configure taskbar policies so users can unpin specific apps, ensuring they are not repinned during the next policy refresh. To turn on this feature, use the new PinGeneration option.
  • [Voice access] Fixed: Voice access may freeze with error “working on it” when dictating.
  • [Widgets] New! There are some new updates to the new Widgets on Lock experience for devices in the European Economic Area (EEA). In addition to accessibility and craftsmanship improvements, the Lock screen weather widget now supports customization. To configure your weather widget, go to Settings > Personalization> Lock screen and select the “Customize widget” option from the weather widget more options menu. More widgets will be customizable in the future.
  • [Windows Share]
    • New! When you drag a local file from File Explorer or your desktop, a tray appears at the top of your screen. Drop the file into a suggested app or select More… to open the Windows share window.
  • [Input]
    • Fixed: Voice typing won't start from the touch keyboard when using the Chinese (Simplified) narrow layout.
    • Fixed: When using the Symbols section of the touch keyboard, pressing the key to change pages may unexpectedly insert a character into password fields.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Blue screen error] Fixed: This update addresses an issue where devices encounter a blue screen exception with error code SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION (win32kfull.sys).
  • [HoloLens] Fixed: An issue that stopped the HoloCamera app from saving pictures on HoloLens due to incorrect folder access and a related problem with Mixed Reality Capture.
  • [Memory leak] Fixed: This update addresses an issue in the Input Service that causes increased memory usage, potentially impacting performance in multi-user, multi-lingual, and remote desktop usage.
  • [Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA)] Fixed: This update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
  • [Windows Shell] Fixed: This update addresses an issue when Explorer and the Start Menu stop working when a device is connected to an AAD account.
  • [Windows Update & Servicing] Fixed: The Windows Update service stopped working when devices running Windows 11 22H2 or 23H2 tried to download the Windows 24H2 feature update through Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/05/15/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-5912-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 15 May 2025 17:25:59 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177869 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5912 (KB5058481) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

  This update includes the following features and improvement

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  ]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5912 (KB5058481) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements (items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented): [Calendar flyout]
  • Brings back the clock view that displays seconds onto the calendar that was once removed.
  • Enhances the Rich Calendar feature by extending the upcoming events period to 30 days.
  • Adds description text for the weather button on the rich calendar.
  [GDI/GDI+]
  • Fixed: Some GB18030-2022 characters in plane 2 are not rendered.
  • Fixed: Some GB18030 characters are rendered wider. Additionally, the sample paragraph is not rendered correctly.
  [Mobile Operator Profiles]
  • Updated: Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles are updated.​​​​​​​
  [WinSaS]
  • Fixed: An issue affecting the Windows Account Sync Consent system in European Economic Area markets, where secondary accounts were not acknowledged, leading to increased server load.
  Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/04/15/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-5261-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 15 Apr 2025 21:20:08 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177803 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.5261 (KB5055629) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).

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  ]]> Windows 11 Build 22631.5261 (KB5055629) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.
  • [Narrator] New! Keep track of what Narrator has spoken and access it for quick reference. With speech recap, you can quickly access spoken content, follow along with live transcription, and copy what Narrator last said—all with simple keyboard shortcuts.
  • [Phone Link] New! You can do even more with your Windows PC and your mobile devices with direct access to cross-device features from the Start menu. For example, you can make phone calls, send SMS messages, access your photos, or share content between your mobile devices and PC.
  • [Widgets]
    • New! Web developers can use their existing content to create interactive widgets that can be added to multiple widgets surfaces.
    • [ADDED 4/18] New!  Support for lock screen widgets (previously referred to as “Weather and more”) arrives on devices in the European Economic Area (EEA). You can add, remove, and rearrange lock screen widgets such as Weather, Watchlist, Sports, Traffic, and more. Any widget that supports the small sizing option can be added. To customize your lock screen widgets, navigate to Settings > Personalization > Lock screen​​​​​​​.
  • [File Explorer]
    • New! Pivot-based curated views on File Explorer Home that support ease of access of Microsoft 365 content on Windows. Be more productive and get highly relevant content at your fingertips on File Explorer Home.
    • Fixed: Improved the performance of extracting zipped files, particularly in the case where you’re unzipping a large number of small files.
  • [Windows Share] New! Make last-minute edits such as cropping, rotating, and adding filters to images shared through the Windows Share window. UPDATE 4/16: This change will roll out at a later date.
  • [Start]
    • Fixed: You can’t use touch gestures to view the list of apps pinned in the Start menu.
    • Fixed: The Sign out and More options in the Start menu account manager might not be visible with increased text size.
  • [Taskbar] Fixed: If you use the arrow keys after pressing the Windows key + T, the arrows move in the wrong direction for Arabic and Hebrew display languages.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Sign-In Impact] [UPDATED] Fixed: An issue affecting the USBxHCI controller and all devices that connect to your computer using a USB port on Intel(R) Core(TM) Ultra 200V Series Processors. The built-in USB camera won't work with Windows Hello sign-in unless you manually disable Enhanced Sign-in Security (ESS). To turn off ESS, go to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options > Additional settings > Sign in with an external camera or fingerprint reader > toggle switch ON. If you create a Windows Hello container while using Windows 11, version 23H2, it might prevent you from using ESS after you upgrade to Windows 11, version 24H2.
  • [Server Message Block (SMB)] Fixed: An issue where an Excel file, hosted on a SMB file share with Access Based Enumeration enabled, containing links to multiple other files hosted on network shares, might take longer to open.
  • [Xbox] ​​​​​​​
    • Fixed: This update addresses an issue affecting Xbox Elite Wireless Controllers with certain firmware versions, where the keyboard might not function and displays an error indicator in the device manager
    • Fixed: The driver verifier stops responding during gamepad controller driver certification, affecting Windows Hardware Quality Labs testing.​​​​​​​
  • [Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file (DriverSiPolicy.p7b)] Fixed: This update adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/04/14/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-5794-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:07:14 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177799 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5794 (KB5055612) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

  This update includes the following features and improvement

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  ]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5794 (KB5055612) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements (items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented):
  • [Graphics] Fixed: The check for GPU paravirtualization was case-sensitive in Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2). This issue might potentially cause GPU paravirtualization support to fail.
  • [OS Security] Fixed: Updates to the Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist (DriverSiPolicy.p7b). Additions have been made to blocklist drivers with security vulnerabilities that have been used in Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
  Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/04/10/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-3902-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 10 Apr 2025 17:03:23 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177786 [UPDATE 4/18] We are releasing Build 26100.3909 (KB5055627) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself. An additional fix is noted below.

  Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re re

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  ]]> [UPDATE 4/18] We are releasing Build 26100.3909 (KB5055627) today which is a small update that addresses some issues with the update itself. An additional fix is noted below. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.3902 (KB5055627) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.
  • [Recall (preview)¹] New! You work across so many apps, sites, and documents it can be hard to remember where you saw something you want to get back to. Recall (preview)* saves you time by offering an entirely new way to search for things you’ve seen or done on your PC securely. With the AI capabilities of Copilot+ PCs, it’s now possible to quickly find and get back to any app, website, image, or document just by describing its content. To use Recall, you will need to opt-in to saving snapshots, which are images of your activity, and enroll in Windows Hello to confirm your presence so only you can access your snapshots. You are always in control of what snapshots are saved and can pause saving snapshots at any time. As you use your Copilot+ PC throughout the day working on documents or presentations, taking video calls, and context switching across activities, Recall will take regular snapshots and help you find things faster and easier. When you need to find or get back to something you’ve done previously, open Recall and authenticate with Windows Hello. When you’ve found what you were looking for, you can reopen the application, website, or document, or use Click to Do to act on any image or text in the snapshot you found. You can learn more about using Recall (preview) here.
  • [Click to Do (preview)²] New! Click to Do (preview) makes it easier than ever to take immediate action on whatever catches your eye on-screen on your Copilot+ PC, saving you time by helping complete tasks inline, and quickly getting you to the app that can best complete the job for you. For example, select an image using Click to Do to take actions like erasing objects using the Photos app or remove the background using Paint. To use Click to Do, simply press WIN key + mouse-click, WIN + Q, through the Snipping Tool menu and print screen, or searching “Click to Do” in the search box on the Windows taskbar. You can learn more about using Click to Do (Preview) here.
    • New! On Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, Click to Do includes intelligent text actions. Use WIN key + mouse-click or WIN + Q to select a text block and then drag to select the text that you want. You’ll see options to Summarize or to help you Rewrite your text, so it sounds more causal or more formal. These text actions leverage the capabilities of Phi Silica, the on-device Small Language Model (SLM) that is built right into Windows.
    • New! Easily open Click to Do when you swipe from the rightmost edge of your display.
    • New! We are providing policies for managing Click to Do in a commercial environment. IT admins can learn more here.
  • [Improved Windows Search³]
    • New! Finding your documents, photos, and settings across Windows 11 is easier on Copilot+ PCs with improved Windows Search, powered by semantic indexing models along with traditional lexical indexing. Whether it’s searching in File Explorer, in the Windows Search on your taskbar, or in Settings – just type what’s on your mind to find it on your Copilot+ PC. You no longer need to remember file names, exact words in file content, or settings names. Searching for settings like “change my theme” will work within the Settings app for now. Thanks to the power of the 40+ TOPS NPU onboard Copilot+ PCs, these search improvements work even when you’re not connected to the internet. You can learn more about semantic search on Copilot+ PCs here. Now available on AMD and Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs.
    • New! Locating your photos stored and saved in the cloud is getting simpler on Copilot+ PCs You can use your own words in the search box at the upper-right corner of File Explorer like “summer picnics”. In addition to photos stored locally on your Copilot+ PC, photos from the cloud will now show up in the search results together. Exact matches for your keywords within the text of your cloud files will also show in the search results. You can try this experience out today with your personal OneDrive when signed in with your Microsoft account and connected to the internet. Now available on AMD and Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs.
  • [Narrator] New! Keep track of what Narrator has spoken and access it for quick reference. With speech recap, you can quickly access spoken content, follow along with live transcription, and copy what Narrator last said—all with simple keyboard shortcuts.
  • [Phone Link] New! You can do even more with your Windows PC and your mobile devices with direct access to cross-device features from the Start menu. For example, you can make phone calls, send SMS messages, access your photos, or share content between your mobile devices and PC.
  • [Widgets]
    • New! Web developers can use their existing content to create interactive widgets that can be added to multiple widgets surfaces. For more information, click here.
    • [ADDED 4/18] New! There are some new updates to the new Widgets on Lock experience for devices in the European Economic Area (EEA). In addition to accessibility and craftsmanship improvements, the Lock screen weather widget now supports customization. To configure your weather widget, go to Settings > Personalization > Lock screen and select the “Customize widget” option from the weather widget more options menu. More widgets will be customizable in the future.
  • [File Explorer]
    • New! Pivot-based curated views on File Explorer Home that support ease of access of Microsoft 365 content on Windows. Be more productive and get highly relevant content at your fingertips on File Explorer Home.
    • Fixed: As part of our ongoing commitment to improving File Explorer accessibility, this release includes increased support for the text scaling (Settings > Accessibility > Text size) across File Explorer, File Open/Save dialogs and the copy dialogs.
    • Fixed: Improved the performance of extracting zipped, particularly in the case where you’re unzipping a large number of small files.
    • Fixed: The address bar in File Explorer might unexpectedly not show a path after opening.
  • [Settings] New! You can manage which apps Windows can recommend actions from under Settings > Apps > Actions on Copilot+ PCs.
  • [Windows Share] New! Make last-minute edits such as cropping, rotating, and adding filters to images shared through the Windows Share window. UPDATE 4/16: This change will roll out at a later date.
  • [Windows Studio Effects] New! The Studio Effects automatic framing filter will be enabled when the camera is used for the first time if your PC supports Studio Effects and if you have not used Studio Effects before.
  • [Start]
    • Fixed: If you have multiple pages of apps pinned to Start menu, you cannot use touch to switch pages.
    • Fixed: The "Sign out" and "More options" buttons in the Start menu account manager might not be visible with increased text size.
  • [Taskbar]
    • Fixed: The underlines under app icons in the taskbar might remain and stay visible even if the app has been closed.
    • Fixed: If you use the arrow keys after pressing the Windows key plus T, the arrows move in the wrong direction for Arabic and Hebrew display languages.
  • [Desktop icons] The logic for apps pinned to the desktop has been updated, so that packaged apps no longer show an accent colored backplate. For example, if you were to drag and drop Snipping Tool from the apps list in Start to the desktop the icons should be bigger and easier to see now.
  • [Display] Fixed: You may need to press the WIN + P keyboard shortcut twice to switch topologies.
  • [ExtFloodFill] Fixed: There is an uncommon issue with ExtFloodFill where a horizontal line might appear in the incorrect location in Win32 applications.
  • [Graphics]
    • Fixed: External graphics cards connected over Thunderbolt might unexpectedly not be discoverable in some cases.
  • [Hyper-V Manager] Fixed: Hyper-V Manager unexpectedly shows 0% CPU usage for VMs.
  ¹ Recall (preview) will be available starting early 2025 in most markets, rolling out to the European Economic Area later this year. Optimized for select languages (English, Chinese (Simplified), French, German, Japanese, and Spanish). Content-based and storage limitations apply. Requires Windows Hello Enhanced Sign-in Security. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs. ² Coming later to Copilot+ PCs in the European Economic Area.  Functionality will vary by device and market; text actions will be available across markets in select character sets. See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs. ³ Works with specific text, image, and document formats only; optimized for select languages (English, Chinese (Simplified), French, German, Japanese, and Spanish). See aka.ms/copilotpluspcs.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Windows Update] We now provide an estimated time for how long your PC will be offline to install updates from Windows Update. This estimate will be shown on the Windows Update settings page and via the Start menu power button.
  • [Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP Client)] Fixed: This update addresses an issue affecting internet connectivity on devices after resuming from sleep mode. Users might experience intermittent internet connections.
  • [File Systems] Fixed: This update addresses an issue when the operating system stops unexpectedly, and an error message appears on a blue screen during normal usage with a user profile redirected to a network VHD(X).
  • [Imaging] Fixed: This update addresses an issue where some content pages with JPEG images were not displaying.
  • [ADDED 415] [Windows Setup] Fixed: If you install Windows 11, version 24H2 with Windows Setup and run System Preparation (Sysperp) afterwards, the boot file configuration is not properly updated, resulting in push-button reset options not working.
  • [ADDED 4/22] Fixed an issue causing Windows Hello facial recognition to not work for some insiders after Build 26100.3902.

  Known issues

  • After installing this update, Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) may not work, and you may not be able to use the "Fix problems using Windows Update" option under Settings > Recovery. These issues will be fixed in another update soon.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/03/24/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-3624-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 24 Mar 2025 17:03:40 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177723 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.3624 (KB5053656) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).

  This up

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  ]]> Windows 11 Build 26100.3624 (KB5053656) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). This update includes all of the same improvements and fixes from Build 26100.3613 plus the additional features gradually rolling out for Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented. [Improved Windows Search]
  • New! Finding your documents, photos, and settings across Windows 11 is easier on Copilot+ PCs with improved Windows Search, powered by semantic indexing models along with traditional lexical indexing. Whether it’s searching in File Explorer, in the Windows Search on your taskbar, or in Settings – just type what’s on your mind to find it on your Copilot+ PC. You no longer need to remember file names, exact words in file content, or settings names. Searching for settings like “change my theme” will work within the Settings app for now. Thanks to the power of the 40+ TOPS NPU onboard Copilot+ PCs, these search improvements work even when you’re not connected to the internet. For more info, see semantic search on Copilot+ PCs. Available on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, with support for AMD and Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs coming soon.
  • New! Locating your photos stored and saved in the cloud is getting simpler on Copilot+ PCs  You can use your own words in the search box at the top right corner of File Explorer like “summer picnics”. In addition to photos stored locally on your Copilot+ PC, photos from the cloud will now show up in the search results together. Exact matches for your keywords within the text of your cloud files will also show in the search results. You can try this experience out today with your personal OneDrive when signed in with your Microsoft account and connected to the internet. To learn more, see semantic search on Copilot+ PCs. Available on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, with support for AMD and Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs coming soon.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/03/18/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-3613-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 18 Mar 2025 21:02:41 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177712 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.3613 (KB5053656) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).

  Below i

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  ]]> Windows 11 Build 26100.3613 (KB5053656) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.
  • [Live Captions]
    • New! We are enhancing communication on AMD and Intel®-powered Copilot+ PCs with live captions and real-time translation. This change brings the ability in live captions to translate more than 44 languages into English, including speakers in real-time video calls, recordings and streamed content.
    • New! On Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, we’re bringing the ability to do real-time translation to Chinese (Simplified). Supported languages include Arabic, Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, German, Greek, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Slovene, Spanish, and Swedish.
  • [Windows Studio Effects] [ADDED 3/21] New! An icon will appear in the system tray when you use an app that supports Windows Studio Effects. This only occurs on a device that has a neural processing unit (NPU). Select the icon to open the Studio Effects page in Quick Settings. To view the app that is using the camera, hover over the icon for a tooltip.
  • [Settings]
    • New! With this update, we will gradually make available the Settings homepage for commercial customers on PCs managed by an IT administrator. The feature will show some existing cards relevant to enterprise-managed PCs like “Recommended settings” and “Bluetooth devices” as well as two new enterprise-specific device info and accessibility preferences cards. UPDATE 3/20: This change will roll out at a later date.
    • New! We are rolling out “top cards” under Settings > System > About. These top cards provide an easy way to view your PC’s key specifications—processor, RAM, storage, and GPU—helping you understand your PC’s capabilities at-a-glance.
    • Fixed: For Japanese users, the name displaying at the top of Settings > Accounts shows First Name Last Name instead of Last Name First Name.
  • [Input]
    • New! We have enabled the Gamepad keyboard layout for the touch keyboard in Windows 11. This change introduces the ability to use your Xbox controller to navigate and type. This includes button accelerators (example: X button for backspace, Y button for spacebar) additionally the keyboard keys have been vertically aligned for better controller navigation patterns.
    • New! A new experience to improve the discoverability of the emoji and more panel in Windows 11 with the introduction of a new system tray icon on the taskbar.
    • Fixed: Improved ctfmon.exe reliability, by addressing a system restart which could impact the ability to type.
    • Fixed: ctfmon.exe may restart when copying data from certain apps.
  • [Voice access]
    • New! Natural language commanding in voice access provides users with the flexibility to speak commands naturally, using filler words and synonyms, rather than rigid, predefined commands. Available initially on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs.
    • New! We are introducing Chinese support for voice access. You can now use Voice access to navigate, dictate, and interact with Windows using voice commands in Simplified Chinese (zh-cn) and Traditional Chinese (zh-tw). UPDATE 4/2: This change will roll out at a later date.
  • [Task Manager] New! We are changing the way Task Manager calculates CPU utilization for the Processes, Performance, and Users pages. Task Manager will now use the standard metrics to display CPU workload consistently across all pages and aligning with industry standards and third-party tools. For backward compatibility, a new optional column called CPU Utility is available (hidden by default) on the Details tab showing the previous CPU value used on the Processes page. UPDATE 4/2: This change will roll out at a later date.
  • [Widgets]
    • New! Introducing the ability for web developers to easily utilize their existing web content to build dynamic and interactive widgets that can be added to the widgets surfaces in Windows 11. For more information, click here. UPDATE 3/24: This change will roll out at a later date.
    • New! We’re bringing support for lock screen widgets (previously referred to as “Weather and more”) to devices in the European Economic Area (EEA). You can add, remove, and rearrange lock screen widgets such as Weather, Watchlist, Sports, Traffic, and more. Any widget that supports the small sizing option can be added here. To customize your lock screen widgets, navigate to Settings > Personalization > Lock screen.
  • [File Explorer] Fixed: The "see more" (…) menu in the File Explorer command bar opens in the wrong direction in some cases.
  • [Remote Desktop] Fixed: Remote Desktop won't use UDP, only TCP.
  • [Screen orientation] Fixed: Screen may unexpectedly change orientation coming out of sleep on 2-in-1 devices.
  • [Application Installation] Fixed: The MsiCloseHandle API experiences prolonged execution time when handling MSI files containing a large number of files.
  • [Boot menu] Fixed: If an update fails and rolls back, it may result in an extraneous and non-functional boot menu entry. This fix stops devices from newly encountering this. Extra boot entries can be managed in the Boot section of System Configuration (msconfig), if you have encountered this issue already.
  • [Authentication]
    • Fixed: Kerberos authentication fails in certain scenarios when RC4 is used for encryption
    • Fixed: FIDO Cached Credential Logon may fail in certain cases when device is Hybrid Domain Joined.
    • Fixed: Opening certain apps after a password change could unexpectedly lead to lockout, if account lockout policy is enabled.
  • [General Reliability] Fixed: An underlying issue may lead to your PC experiencing a bugcheck (blue screen) with PDC_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT when resuming from sleep.
  • [Network] Fixed: The description of the virtual NIC doesn't display correctly in Network Connections (ncpa.cpl), showing garbage characters.
  • [Color Profile] Fixed: Under Settings > System > Display > Color Management, it might not display the expected color profile list for the selected monitor.
  • [Color Profile] Fixed: The color profile settings may not be applied after resuming from sleep.
  • [Deprecation]
    • Suggested actions that appear when you copy a phone number or future date in Windows 11 are now deprecated and being removed.
    • We are removing the Location History feature, an API used by Cortana to access 24 hours of device history when location was enabled. With the removal of the Location History feature, location data will no longer be saved locally, and the corresponding settings are also being removed from Settings > Privacy & security > Location page.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Display Kernel] Fixed: This update addresses an issue affecting High Dynamic Range (HDR) content playback on Dolby Vision capable displays, where users may see regular HDR instead of Dolby Vision, missing specific content indicators.
  • [PowerShell] Fixed: This update resolves an issue where critical PowerShell modules required for device configuration were not executed under Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policies.
  • [OOBE] Fixed: Addresses an issue that prevents the ESP from running every time a new user logs onto the device even when configured by policy.
  • [Cryptography] Fixed: This update addresses an issue affecting Credential Roaming resulting in certificates and keys not being roamed into Active Directory and not being made available users' machines.
  • [File Systems (Filters)] Fixed: This update resolves an issue for users with profiles redirected to a network Virtual Hard Disk (VHD or VHDX), where a specific failure could lead to a system crash.
  • [Graphics] Fixed an issue where certain 3rd party apps could cause a Settings crash from the graphics settings page.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team EDITOR'S NOTE: Removed a fix under "Normal rollout" that does not apply to this release. ]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/03/13/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-5116-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 13 Mar 2025 17:16:24 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177690 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.5116 (KB5053657) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).

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  ]]> Windows 11 Build 22631.5116 (KB5053657) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.
  • [File Explorer]
    • New! As part of our ongoing commitment to improving File Explorer accessibility, this release includes increased support for the text scaling (Settings > Accessibility > Text size) across File Explorer, File Open/Save dialogs, and the copy dialogs.
    • New! Context menu labels. [UPDATED] We're no longer going to roll this change out in this release to address a few more issues.
  • [Settings]
    • New!With this update, we will gradually make available the Settings homepage for commercial customers on PCs managed by an IT administrator. The feature will show some existing cards relevant to enterprise-managed PCs like “Recommended settings” and “Bluetooth devices” as well as two new enterprise-specific device info and accessibility preferences cards. UPDATE 3/20: This change will roll out at a later date.
    • New! We are rolling out “top cards” under Settings > System > About. These top cards provide an easy way to view your PC’s key specifications—processor, RAM, storage, and GPU—helping you understand your PC’s capabilities at-a-glance.
    • Fixed: For Japanese users, the name displaying at the top of Settings > Accounts shows “First Name” “Last Name” instead of “Last Name” “First Name”.
  • [Input]
    • New! We have enabled the Gamepad keyboard layout for the touch keyboard in Windows 11. This change introduces the ability to use your Xbox controller to navigate and type. This includes button accelerators (example: X button for backspace, Y button for spacebar) additionally the keyboard keys have been vertically aligned for better controller navigation patterns.
    • New! New experience to improve the discoverability of the emoji and more panel in Windows 11 with the introduction of a new system tray icon on the taskbar.
    • Fixed: ctfmon.exe may restart when copying data from certain applications.
  • [Voice access] [ADDED] New! We are introducing Chinese support for voice access. You can now use Voice access to navigate, dictate, and interact with Windows using voice commands in Simplified Chinese (zh-cn) and Traditional Chinese (zh-tw). UPDATE 4/2: This change will roll out at a later date.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [File Systems (Filters)] This update adds support for a new function in Filter Manager that enhances the system’s ability to notify applications of directory changes while minimizing I/O operations.
  • [Noto Fonts] This update enhances text quality and customer experience in web browsing for Chinese, Japanese, and Korean languages by introducing the Noto font family. This provides modern, comprehensive font support for these languages.
  • [Remote Desktop] Fixed: Certain Get-Help troubleshooters might not run in a Remote Desktop session.
  • [COSA] Updated: This update addresses an issue affecting mobile connectivity configurations for Connected PCs. It resolves incorrect Internet of Things (IOT) Access Point Name (APN) settings that were previously applied.
  • [Printers] Fixed: Printers using Independent Hardware Vendor (IHV) drivers might unexpectedly output incorrect or unwanted text.
  • [File System Fixed: This update resolves an issue for users with profiles redirected to a network Virtual Hard Disk (VHD or VHDX), where a specific failure could lead to a system crash.
  • [File System Filter] Fixed: Addresses an issue where a stop error may occur during normal usage with a user profile redirected to a network VHD(X).
  • [Deprecation] Suggested actions that appear when you copy a phone number or future date in Windows 11 are now deprecated and being removed.
  • [ADDED] Improved support for web search providers in Windows Search for the EEA, including with increased discoverability.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team EDITOR'S NOTE: The above blog post has been edited with additional wording for features and improvements gradually rolling out. ]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/03/13/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-5674-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 13 Mar 2025 17:12:06 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177688 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5674 (KB5053643) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

  This update includes the following features and improvement

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  ]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5674 (KB5053643) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements (items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented):
  • [Noto Fonts] This update provides Noto CJK (Chinese, Japanese, and Korean) fonts in Windows.
  • [Mobile Operator Profiles] Updated: Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles are updated.
  • [Thumbnails] Fixed: Thumbnails in File Explorer may crash resulting in white pages appearing instead of the actual thumbnail.
  • [Temporary files] This update enables system processes to store temporary files in a secure directory "C:\Windows\SystemTemp" via either calling GetTempPath2 API or using .NET's GetTempPath API, thereby reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
  • [Remote Desktop] Fixed: Certain Get-Help troubleshooters might not run in a Remote Desktop session.
  • [Web Search Providers] This update introduces improved support in Windows Search for the European Economic Area (EEA), including increased discoverability.
  • [Printers] Fixed: Printers using Independent Hardware Vendor (IHV) drivers might unexpectedly output incorrect or unwanted text.
  • [ADDED] Improved support for web search providers in Windows Search for the EEA, including with increased discoverability. 
  Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/03/10/copilot-on-windows-press-to-talk-begins-rolling-out-to-windows-insiders/ Mon, 10 Mar 2025 19:35:50 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177678 Hello Windows Insiders, we are beginning to roll out an update for the Microsoft Copilot app on Windows via the Microsoft Store which introduces the following changes and improvements:

  Press to talk: Allows you to interact with Copi

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  ]]> Press to talk: Allows you to interact with Copilot using your voice by using a hotkey, providing instant responses while staying in your current workflow and continuing tasks without interruption. To start a voice conversation with Copilot, hold the Alt + Spacebar for 2 seconds on your PC. To end your conversation, press the Esc key. If there is no speaking for several seconds Copilot will automatically end the conversation. When the conversation is over the microphone on the screen will disappear. [caption id="attachment_177681" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Hold Alt + Spacebar for 2 seconds to start a voice conversation with Copilot.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_177682" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Copilot on Windows app.[/caption] This Copilot app update (version 1.25024.100.0 and higher) is beginning to roll out across all Insider Channels via the Microsoft Store. The above-mentioned features are gradually rolling out so not all Insiders will get the update right away. We are excited to be previewing improvements with our Insiders to ensure all our customers have a great Copilot experience for Windows. FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Apps > Copilot or directly within the Copilot app by clicking on your profile icon and choosing “Give feedback”. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/03/03/update-for-copilot-on-windows-begins-rolling-out-to-windows-insiders-with-new-features-and-improvements/ Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:59:51 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177659 Hello Windows Insiders, we are beginning to roll out an update for the Microsoft Copilot app on Windows via the Microsoft Store which introduces the following changes and improvements:
  • Native XAML app and new UI: Includes
    

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    ]]>
  • Native XAML app and new UI: Includes a new side panel where you can easily start a new conversation and see your conversation history.
  [caption id="attachment_177661" align="alignnone" width="1144"] The new Copilot on Windows native app and user interface.[/caption]
  • Ask questions about your PC, like "How do I set up a Bluetooth headset on this device?" and Copilot provides information tailored to your current version of Windows.
  [caption id="attachment_177662" align="alignnone" width="1155"] Copilot on Windows with OS context.[/caption] As a reminder, you can get quick access to the Copilot app using the Alt + Space hotkey across all PCs and the Copilot Key for those using a Copilot+ PC. This Copilot app update (version 1.25023.101.0 and higher) is beginning to roll out across all Insider Channels via the Microsoft Store. This is a gradual roll out so not all Insiders will get the update right away. We are excited to be previewing improvements with our Insiders to ensure all our customers have a great Copilot experience for Windows. FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Apps > Copilot or directly within the Copilot app by clicking on your profile icon and choosing “Give feedback”. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/02/18/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-3321-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 18 Feb 2025 23:29:56 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177632 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.3321 (KB5052093) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).

  Below i

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  ]]> Windows 11 Build 26100.3321 (KB5052093) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.
  • [Battery] New! Improved icons show your battery status with just a quick glance. When your battery icon is green, your PC is charging and in a good state. Yellow means that your PC battery is in energy saving mode. Windows makes this change for you when your battery power is less than or equal to 20%. Red means battery power is low, and you must plug in your PC as soon as possible. We're also introducing the ability to show your battery percentage next to the battery icon in the system tray which can be enabled via Settings > Power & battery and toggling on the “Battery Percentage” setting. [UPDATE 2/25] We have stopped the roll out of this change to address some issues. We plan to begin rolling it out in a future update soon.
  • [Taskbar]
    • New! You can now share files directly from a jump list on the taskbar. Jump lists appear when you right-click an app that has a jump list.
  • [Windows Spotlight]
    • New! There’s a quick and easy way to find out more information about a background image. Simply hover over the image or click the “Learn about this picture” icon.
    • New! This update makes Windows Spotlight easier to find. You’ll notice changes to the icon color and background. Also, the icon will show at the lower right area on your desktop.
  • [Lock screen] New! This update makes it easier to learn more about the image on your lock screen when you click the “Like” icon.
  • [Narrator] New! There are new functions for Narrator scan mode. Skip past links (n) allows you to go to the text after a link. Use the comma (,) to jump to the start of an item (large table, long list, or another item.) Use the period (.) to jump to the end of an item. This is most helpful when you read long emails, news articles, and wiki pages. Jump to lists (l) allows you to quickly access a list on a web page or in a document. To use these new functions, turn on Narrator first (Windows logo key + Ctrl + Enter). Then turn scan mode on by pressing Caps lock + Spacebar. Note that scan mode is on by default on most web pages (like news articles, wiki page, and so on).
  • [Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers] New! Some of you might see a new referral card for a PC Game Pass subscription on the Settings home page. With it, you can invite friends and family to try a PC Game Pass for free. If you qualify, the card only appears when you sign in to your PC using your Microsoft account.
  • [File Explorer]
    • New! You can now snooze or turn off the “Start backup” reminder in the File Explorer address bar. This only applies if you are not already backing up your files and folder. To view this new option, right-click Start backup.
    • Fixed: Improves performance when it loads folders that have a large number of media files.
    • Fixed: When you enter a URL in the address bar, it might not go to the location.
    • Fixed: The address bar overlaps files when you use the F11 full-screen mode.
    • Fixed: The context menu opens slowly when you right-click cloud files.
    • Thumbnails for cloud files display more consistently in search results.
  • [HTML Help Viewer] New! This update adds text scaling support.
  • [Start menu] Fixed: The colors are wrong when you open the account manager flyout menu. This occurs when you use a mixed dark and light custom mode in Settings > Personalization > Colors.
  • [Scanners] Fixed: Apps might not recognize a scanner is available when it is connected.
  • [Audio]
    • Fixed: The volume might increase to 100% when you wake your PC from sleep.
    • Fixed: You might hear a mute and unmute sound several times.
    • Fixed: A USB audio device might stop working after your PC is idle for a short time.
  • [GDI+] Fixed: After you use GDI+ to shrink an image, the colors of the image might be wrong.
  • [Mouse] Fixed: In Settings > Accessibility > Mouse pointer and touch, you can choose a color for the mouse that is not the default. When you choose a color, it reverts to white after the User Account Control (UAC) dialog appears.
  • [Task Manager] Fixed: Task Manager may identify an HDD as an SSD.
  • [Camera]
    • [ADDED 2/19] New! Multi-app camera: Allows multiple applications to access the camera stream simultaneously, developed with the Hard-of-Hearing community to provide video streaming for both a sign language interpreter and the end audience at the same time.
    • [ADDED 2/19] New! Basic camera: Enables basic camera functionality for improved debugging, recommended as a last resort when your camera is not functioning correctly.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Daylight saving time (DST)] This update supports (DST) changes in Paraguay.
  • [Open Secure Shell (OpenSSH) (known issue)] Fixed: The service fails to start, which stops SSH connections. There is no detailed logging, and you must run the sshd.exe process manually.
  • [Get Help app] Fixed: It fails to open on Windows Server 2025.
  • [Remote Desktop] 
    • Fixed: There are display rendering issues when you connect to certain PCs.
    • Fixed: It stops responding.
  • [Live captions] Fixed: If you disconnect an external monitor, the live captions window might not show.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/02/13/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-5552-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 13 Feb 2025 18:11:37 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177624 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5552 (KB5052077) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

  This update includes the following features and improvement

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  ]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5552 (KB5052077) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements (items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented):
  • [Daylight saving time (DST)] This update supports (DST) changes in Paraguay.
  • [Input Method Editor (IME)]
    • Fixed: The Chinese IME stops responding when you change the font family or font size.
    • Fixed: The color contrast ratio of the Chinese IME search suggestion panel is less than you expect.
  • [dwm.exe] Fixed: It stops responding many times.
  • [Country and Operator Settings Asset] This update brings COSA profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
  • [Narrator]
    • Fixed: It fails to say the Chinese IME candidate window quick action buttons right.
    • Fixed: It does not say the control type for the Chinese IME suggestion opt-in item.
    • Fixed: It does not say the heading of the Chinese IME suggestion opt-in panel.
  • [Open Secure Shell (OpenSSH) (known issue)] Fixed: The service fails to start, which stops SSH connections. There is no detailed logging, and you must run the sshd.exe process manually.
  Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/02/13/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-4969-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 13 Feb 2025 18:11:30 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177622 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.4969 (KB5052094) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).

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  ]]> Windows 11 Build 22631.4969 (KB5052094) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.
  • [Taskbar] New! You can now share files directly from a jump list on the taskbar. Jump lists appear when you right-click an app that has a jump list.
  • [Windows Spotlight]
    • New! There’s a quick and easy way to find out more information about a background image. Simply hover over the image or click the “Learn about this picture” icon.
    • New! This update makes Windows Spotlight easier to find. You’ll notice changes to the icon color and background. Also, the icon will show at the lower right area on your desktop.
  • [Lock screen] New! This update makes it easier to learn more about the image on your lock screen when you click the “Like” icon.
  • [Narrator] New! There are new functions for Narrator scan mode. Skip past links (n) allows you to go to the text after a link. Use the comma (,) to jump to the start of an item (large table, long list, or another item.) Use the period (.) to jump to the end of an item. This is most helpful when you read long emails, news articles, and wiki pages. Jump to lists (l) allows you to quickly access a list on a web page or in a document. To use these new functions, turn on Narrator first (Windows logo key + Ctrl + Enter). Then turn scan mode on by pressing Caps lock + Spacebar. Note that scan mode is on by default on most web pages (like news articles, wiki page, and so on).
  • [Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers] New! Some of you might see a new referral card for a PC Game Pass subscription on the Settings home page. With it, you can invite friends and family to try a PC Game Pass for free. If you qualify, the card only appears when you sign in to your PC using your Microsoft account.
  • [File Explorer] 
    • New! You can now snooze or turn off the “Start backup” reminder in the File Explorer address bar. This only applies if you are not already backing up your files and folder. To view this new option, right-click Start backup.
    • Fixed: When you enter a URL in the address bar, it might not go to the location.
    • Fixed: The address bar overlaps files when you use the F11 full-screen mode.
    • Fixed: The context menu opens slowly when you right-click cloud files.
    • Thumbnails for cloud files display more consistently in search results.
  • [Start menu] Fixed: The colors are wrong when you open the account manager flyout menu. This occurs when you use a mixed dark and light custom mode in Settings > Personalization > Colors.
  • [Mouse] Fixed: In Settings > Accessibility > Mouse pointer and touch, you can choose a color for the mouse that is not the default. When you choose a color, it reverts to white after the User Account Control (UAC) dialog appears.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [File Explorer] We are disabling account-based content in File Explorer under Recent, Favorites, Details Pane, and Recommended for Entra IDs in the European Economic Area (EEA).
  • [Daylight saving time (DST)] This update supports (DST) changes in Paraguay.
  • [dwm.exe] Fixed: It stops responding many times.
  • [Country and Operator Settings Asset] This update brings COSA profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
  • [Open Secure Shell (OpenSSH) (known issue)] Fixed: The service fails to start, which stops SSH connections. There is no detailed logging, and you must run the sshd.exe process manually.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/01/28/seamless-phone-integration-from-the-start-menu-gets-even-better-for-windows-insiders/ Tue, 28 Jan 2025 23:17:33 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177561 Hello Windows Insiders,

  Last year, we previewed the ability for existing Android connected use

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  ]]> previewed the ability for existing Android connected users to access their Android device from the Start menu. We are excited to now bring you more improvements:
  1. Easy set up for new users: Brand new users can now connect their Android or iPhone device to their PC from the Start menu.
  2. Connected iPhone users can now access features from the Start menu.
  3. Both Android and iPhone connected users can now share files across devices directly from the Start menu.

  New users: Connect your Android or iPhone device

  To get started, open the Start menu and select the device type (Android or iPhone) from the right-side pane. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your device with the PC and start accessing your phone from the Start Menu in no time. [caption id="attachment_177563" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Connect your phone to Windows PC from the Start menu.[/caption]

  Accessing iPhone experiences in Start menu

  Connected iPhone users can now access their phone features directly from the Start menu. This seamless integration allows iPhone users to enjoy the same benefits as Android users, including ability to view phone’s battery status and connectivity, ability to access messages and calls, and keeping track of the latest activities, all conveniently integrated into the Start menu. [caption id="attachment_177565" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Access your iPhone from Start menu.[/caption]

  Share Files between your Android or iPhone device and Windows PC from the Start menu

  We previewed the ability to share files between your devices in December. Now, you can easily send files across your devices (Android/iPhone and Windows PC) right from the Start menu. Select “Send files” to begin transferring. [caption id="attachment_177564" align="alignnone" width="199"] Send files from your PC to phone from the Start menu.[/caption] Figure 3. Send files from your PC to phone from the Start menu. These features are gradually rolling out to Windows Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels. They can be managed via Settings > Personalization > Start (support link). Requirements:
  • Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 4805 and higher in Beta Channel and 26120.3000 and higher in Dev channel.
  • Phone Link version 1.24121.30.0 or higher.
  • Your PC must be signed in with a Microsoft account and must have Bluetooth LE capability.
  • Not supported for PCs running Pro Education or Education SKUs.
  FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Apps > Phone Link. Give it a try and let us know your feedback and suggestions. You can also join the conversation on our Windows Insider community forums and social media channels. Thanks, Windows Insider Program & Connected Experiences Teams]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/01/21/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-3025-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 21 Jan 2025 23:25:07 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177541 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.3025 (KB5050094) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).

  Below i

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  ]]> Windows 11 Build 26100.3025 (KB5050094) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.
  • [Taskbar] New! This update improves the previews that show when your cursor hovers over apps on the taskbar. The update also improves their animations.
  • [Windows Studio Effects] New! An icon will appear in the system tray when you use an app that supports Windows Studio Effects. This only occurs on a device that has a neural processing unit (NPU). Select the icon to open the Studio Effects page in Quick Settings. To view the app that is using the camera, hover over the icon for a tooltip.
  • [Fonts] New! This update adds Simsun-ExtG, a new simplified Chinese font. It includes the Biangbiang noodles character. Some apps might not be able to display these new extension characters yet. The font has 9,753 ideographs that support Unicode Extensions G, H, and I. See the list below.
    • Unicode range G 30000-3134A (4,939 chars)
    • Unicode range H 31350-323AF (4,192 chars)
    • Unicode range I 2EBF0-2EE5D (622 chars)
  • [File Explorer] 
    • New! You now have quick access to items that others have shared with you. Shared items include files, emails, Teams chats, and more. To view them, you must use a Microsoft account or a Microsoft Entra ID account to sign in to Windows. To view these shared items, go to the File Explorer Home page and choose the Shared tab. If you use a Microsoft Entra ID account to sign in, you have more viewing choices. You will see the files that you have shared with others. Also, the Recent, Favorites, and Shared sections of the page will show a broader set of file types. [UPDATE 1/27] This feature is no longer rolling out and will begin rolling out in a future update.
    • New! When you right-click items in the left pane, the “New Folder” command appears on the context menu.
    • Fixed: After you do a search, that search might repeat when you don’t want it to.
    • Fixed: The date and time properties of a file might update after you copy it.
    • Fixed: Icons on the details pane might not update as you expect when you change a theme. This makes it hard to view the change when you switch between dark and light themes.
    • Fixed: The search box might lose input focus as you type.
  • [Settings] New! You can change time zones in Settings > Time & Language > Date & Time. You don’t have to be an admin to make this change.
  • [Domains] Fixed: A device might fail to join a domain.
  • [Mouse]
    • Fixed: The mouse cursor might disappear. This occurs when you hover over text fields in certain applications.
    • Fixed: If you turn on pointer trails, the mouse cursor becomes transparent, and a black box appears behind it.
    • Fixed: The mouse cursor might stutter when it moves across the screen. This occurs even when the system is not using a lot of resources.
  • [Pinyin Input Method Editor (IME)] Fixed: When you switch app windows, the IME language might change from Chinese to English.
  • [Snipping Tool] Fixed: Snipping Tool screenshots might be distorted. This occurs when you use two or more monitors that have different display scaling.
  • [Task Manager] Fixed: It takes too long to close after you close the app.
  • [Microsoft Excel 2016] Fixed: When you open certain files, Excel opens, but the screen might remain on the loading screen.
  • [Dam.sys] Fixed: A watchdog timeout error might occur when your PC resumes from sleep.
  • [Windows update installation] Fixed: Cumulative updates might not install. The error code is 0x800736b3. This occurs after a feature on demand fails to install.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Windows Backup] New! You will now have a standard Windows 11 taskbar after restoring from a backup via the Windows Setup experience (OOBE) on a new Windows PC. You can still find your apps in the Start menu and Search and pin apps you want to your taskbar. This change is not yet rolling out in the EEA (European Economic Area).
  • [High dynamic range (HDR)] Fixed: The display of some games appears oversaturated. This occurs when you use Auto HDR.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team UPDATE 1/23/25: Removed Windows Mobile Hotspot now supports 6 GHz connections - this change is not yet rolling out. ]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/01/17/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-4825-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Fri, 17 Jan 2025 18:03:25 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177528 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.4825 (KB5050092) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).

  The post Releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.4825 to the Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

  ]]> Windows 11 Build 22631.4825 (KB5050092) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

  Gradual rollout

  The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.
  • [Taskbar] New! This update improves the previews that show when your cursor hovers over apps on the taskbar. The update also improves their animations.
  • [Windows Studio Effects] New! An icon will appear in the system tray when you use an app that supports Windows Studio Effects. This only occurs on a device that has a neural processing unit (NPU). Select the icon to open the Studio Effects page in Quick Settings. To view the app that is using the camera, hover over the icon for a tooltip.
  • [Work across devices]New! You know that you can use an iOS or Android phone to access your Microsoft OneDrive files. If you do that when your PC is locked, you can now continue working on that file from where you left off on your PC. Just sign in to your PC within five minutes of using your phone. When Windows asks if you want to resume work on that file, select the file to open it. To use this feature, you must sign in to OneDrive and your PC using the same Microsoft account. Work and school accounts do not support this feature. This feature works for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and PDF files. For the best experience, sign in to OneDrive on your PC using your default browser. To manage this feature, go to Settings > Apps > Resume. [UPDATE 1/27] This feature is no longer rolling out and will begin rolling out in a future update.
  • [Fonts] New! This update adds Simsun-ExtG, a new simplified Chinese font. It includes the Biangbiang noodles character. Some apps might not be able to display these new extension characters yet. The font has 9,753 ideographs that support Unicode Extensions G, H, and I. See the list below.
    • Unicode range G 30000-3134A (4,939 chars)
    • Unicode range H 31350-323AF (4,192 chars)
    • Unicode range I 2EBF0-2EE5D (622 chars)
  • [File Explorer] 
    • New!You now have quick access to items that others have shared with you. Shared items include files, emails, Teams chats, and more. To view them, you must use a Microsoft account or a Microsoft Entra ID account to sign in to Windows. To view these shared items, go to the File Explorer Home page and choose the Shared tab. If you use a Microsoft Entra ID account to sign in, you have more viewing choices. You will see the files that you have shared with others. Also, the Recent, Favorites, and Shared sections of the page will show a broader set of file types. [UPDATE 1/27] This feature is no longer rolling out and will begin rolling out in a future update.
    • New! When you right-click items in the left pane, the “New Folder” command appears on the context menu.
    • Fixed: After you do a search, that search might repeat when you don’t want it to.
    • Fixed: The date and time properties of a file might update after you copy it.
    • Fixed: Icons on the details pane might not update as you expect when you change a theme. This makes it hard to view the change when you switch between dark and light themes.
    • Fixed: The search box might lose input focus as you type.
  • [Windows Share] New! You can now share directly to apps that support sharing in Windows. Just right-click local files in File Explorer or on the desktop.
  • [Magnifier app]
    • New! This update adds a new keyboard shortcut: CTRL + ALT + Minus sign. Use it to quickly switch between the current zoom and 1X zoom.
    • New! This update adds buttons to reset zoom. You can reset zoom to fit to the screen and reset zoom to your last or preferred magnification.
  • [Snipping Tool] Fixed: Snipping Tool screenshots might be distorted. This occurs when you use two or more monitors that have different display scaling.
  • [Chinese Pinyin IME] Fixed: When you switch app windows, the IME language might change from Chinese to English.

  Normal rollout

  This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.
  • [Windows Backup (UPDATED 1/21)] New! You will now have a standard Windows 11 taskbar after restoring from a backup via the Windows Setup experience (OOBE) on a new Windows PC. You can still find your apps in the Start menu and Search and pin apps you want to your taskbar. This change is not yet rolling out in the EEA (European Economic Area).
  • [Task Manager] Fixed: The CPU index number might be wrong when you set process affinity. This occurs on servers that have two or more non-uniform memory access (NUMA) nodes.
  • [Remote desktop]
    • Fixed: When you reconnect to a console session, it stops responding.
    • Fixed: The Action Center does not display in certain scenarios.
  • [Exporting chart objects] Fixed: You can’t export a file to PDF and XLSX formats if the file has a chart object.
  • [Virtual memory] Fixed: An issue depletes virtual memory, which might cause some apps to fail.
  • [Chinese Pinyin input method editor (IME)] Bing will stop giving automatic suggestions in the search box for search engine sites, like Baidu. To get manual suggestions, use Ctrl + Tab or the chevron button (>).
  • [Near Field Communication (NFC) readers] Fixed: At times, they fail to read card Universal Unique Identifiers (UUID). This occurs after many point-of-sale (POS) app scans.
  • [USB Print and IPP Over USB] Fixed: An installed printer fails when the spooler initializes.
  • [Windows Advanced Rasterization Platform (WARP)] This update adds support for Y210, Y216, Y410, and Y416 for the High Efficiency Image File (HEIF) format.
  • [Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file (DriverSiPolicy.p7b)] This update adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/01/17/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-5435-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Fri, 17 Jan 2025 18:03:10 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177530 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5435 (KB5050081) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

  This update includes the following features and improvement

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  ]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5435 (KB5050081) to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements (items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented):
  • [Calendar] New! Stay informed and informed with the new calendar. See the weather forecast and learn about the holidays and events that are coming up. [UPDATE 1/27] We have paused the rollout for this feature to address some issues.
  • [Mail (UPDATED 1/21)] New! You now have the new Outlook for Windows app. A new app icon appears in the Apps section on the Start menu, near classic Outlook. There are no changes to any settings or defaults. If you are an IT admin, learn how to manage this update at Control the installation and use of new Outlook.
  • [GB18030-2022] This update adds support for this amendment.
  • [Virtual memory] Fixed: An issue depletes virtual memory, which might cause some apps to fail.
  • [Chinese Pinyin input method editor (IME)] Bing will stop giving automatic suggestions in the search box for search engine sites, like Baidu. To get manual suggestions, use Ctrl + Tab or the chevron button (>).
  • [Near Field Communication (NFC) readers] Fixed: At times, they fail to read card Universal Unique Identifiers (UUID). This occurs after many point-of-sale (POS) app scans.
  • [USB Print and IPP Over USB] Fixed: An installed printer fails when the spooler initializes.
  • [Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file (DriverSiPolicy.p7b)] This update adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
  • [Screen capture] Fixed: The Capture Service and Snipping Tool stop responding. This occurs when you press Windows logo key + Shift + S several times while Narrator is on.
  Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/12/11/sharing-files-between-your-iphone-and-windows-pc-rolling-out-to-windows-insiders/ Wed, 11 Dec 2024 17:23:54 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177477 Hello Windows Insiders,

  Today we are beginning to gradually roll out the ability to seamlessly share files between your iPhone® and Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC when they are connected via Phone Link and the Link to Windows app.

  To use this feature

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  ]]>
• An iPhone® that is running iOS 16 or higher.
• The Link to Windows app on your iPhone (version 1.24112.73 or higher).
• Phone Link version 1.24112.89.0 or higher.
• You are registered for the Windows Insider Program.

[caption id="attachment_177479" align="alignnone" width="484"] Setup dialog for Phone Link to enable sharing files between your iPhone and PC.[/caption] If you haven't used your iPhone® with Phone Link before, you'll be offered file sharing during the Phone Link setup process. If you already have your iPhone® paired with Phone Link, you can set up file sharing by going to aka.ms/addAccount on your PC. [caption id="attachment_177480" align="alignnone" width="405"] Windows notification showing a file sent from your iPhone has been received.[/caption] To share a file from your iPhone® to your PC:

• Navigate to a file or set of files you want to share on your iPhone®.
• Tap the share icon.
• Tap “Link to Windows”.
• Tap the device you would like to share your file or files with.

To share a file from your PC to your iPhone®:

• Select the file or files you want to share on your PC (local files only).
• Right-click on the file and select “Share.”
• Select “My Phone”

Note: If you do not see “My Phone”, select Phone Link. Feedback: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Apps > Phone Link. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team iPhone® is a trademark of Apple Inc.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/12/10/update-for-copilot-for-windows-begins-rolling-out-to-windows-insiders/ Tue, 10 Dec 2024 18:49:35 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177474 Hello Windows Insiders, we are beginning to roll out an update for the Microsoft Copilot app for Windows via the Microsoft Store that introduces the following changes and improvements:

It’s native: With this update, the previous C

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]]> It’s native: With this update, the previous Copilot progressive web app (PWA) is replaced with a native version. After installing the Copilot app update, when you run Copilot, you will see it appear in your system tray. [caption id="attachment_177476" align="alignnone" width="1024"] The new quick view for Copilot for Windows with Copilot icon shown in the system tray.[/caption] New quick view: You can access the new quick view for Copilot by using the Alt + Space keyboard shortcut on Windows 10 and 11 PCs. You will be able to move the quick view window and resize it to suit your workflow and you can use Alt + Space to open and close Copilot’s quick view whenever you need. To flip back to the main Copilot app window, just press the icon at the top left corner of the quick view window. PCs with the dedicated Copilot key will open the Copilot app in the main window. Copilot will continue to explore options related to the keyboard shortcuts for the app. Note: The Copilot app for Windows uses the RegisterHotKey function for the Alt + Space keyboard shortcut. Many apps use this keyboard shortcut today. For any apps installed on your PC that might utilize this keyboard shortcut, Windows will register whichever app is launched first on your PC and running in the background as the app that is invoked when using Alt + Space. This Copilot app update (version 1.24112.123.0 and higher) is beginning to roll out across all Insider Channels via the Microsoft Store. This is a gradual roll out so not all Insiders will get the update right away. We are excited to be previewing improvements with our Insiders to ensure all our customers have a great Copilot experience for Windows. FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Apps > Copilot. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/11/14/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-2448-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 19:22:14 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177424 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.2448 (KB5046740) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).

Below i

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]]> Windows 11 Build 26100.2448 (KB5046740) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

Gradual rollout

The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.

• [Start menu] New! When you right-click apps that you have pinned to the Start menu, jump lists will appear for apps that have jump lists.
• [Taskbar] New! The system tray shows a shortened date and time. Also, the notification bell icon might not show if you have set the toggle for “Do not disturb” to on. If the bell icon does not show, click the date and time to view your messages in the notification center. To go back to the long form of the date and time, go to Settings > Date and Time. Then turn on the toggle for “Show time and day in the system tray.” To show the bell icon, go to Settings > System > Notifications. Turn on the toggle for “Notifications.” You can also get to these settings using the context menu. Just right click the system tray clock or bell icon. The more simplified system tray with shortened form date/time is being temporarily disabled to address a few issues.
• [Touchscreen] New! This update adds a new section for touchscreen edge gestures. Go to Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Touch. There, you can choose if you would like to turn off the left or right screen edge touch gesture.
• [Task Manager]
  • New! The Disconnect and Logoff dialogs now support dark mode and text scaling.
  • New! The Performance section now shows the type for each disk.
• [Input Method Editor (IME)] New! After you install this update, the IME toolbar will hide when apps are in full screen mode. This only occurs when the IME toolbar is active, and you type Chinese or Japanese characters.
• [File Explorer] New! You can share content to an Android device from the context menu in File Explorer and on the desktop. To use this feature, you must install and configure Phone Link on your PC.
• [IFilters] New! Windows Search runs IFilters in Less Privileged App Containers (LPAC). LPACs are like app containers, but they deny more permissions by default. A process that runs in an LPAC only has access to the resources it needs. The process does not have access to sensitive system components and data. This reduces the potential damage that a compromised process can cause.
• [Dynamic Lighting Settings page]
  • New! Its page will show a placeholder message when there is no compatible device attached to your computer. Also, the Brightness and Effects controls will be off.
  • New! This update adds the Forward, Backward, Outward, and Inward direction options to the Wave effect. The Gradient effect now has the Forward direction option.
• [Narrator] New! We have added new functionalities to Narrator scan mode. Skip past links (N’) allows you to navigate to the text after a link. This is most helpful when navigating through long emails, news articles, and wiki pages. Jump to lists (L’) allows you to quickly access a list on a web page or a document. To try these new features, you need to turn on Narrator first (Win key + Ctrl + Enter), then turn scan mode ON by pressing Caps Lock + Spacebar and finally use the new shortcuts – ‘N’ and ‘L’. Please note that scan mode is ‘ON’ by default on most web pages (like news articles, wiki page, etc.).
• [Speech in Windows] New! We have improved our speech-to-text and text-to-speech experience on Windows. Users of Narrator, voice access, live captions, live translations, and voice typing might see a message asking them to update their language files manually. The language files will be released separately through Microsoft Store.
• [Settings] New! Tailored Experiences is now Personalized offers in the out of box experience (OOBE). You can find it on the Recommendations and offers page. Go to Settings > Privacy & security. Here, you can turn off the setting that sends data about your device to enhance Windows.
• [Jump lists] New! If you hold Shift and CTRL and click a jump list item, this opens the item as an admin.  
• [DISM] Fixed: The StartComponentCleanup task does not work properly. It stops at 71% and shows error 6842. 
• [PowerShell] Fixed: The Get-WindowsCapability command sometimes fails. Then you have to restart your PC. 
• [Windows Update] Fixed: When you install an update, you might get error 0x800f0905. 
• [JPG files] Fixed: You cannot use an API to find rotation information. 
• [Display]  
  • Fixed: App windows might collect in the corner of a monitor after your device goes to sleep. This occurs when you use multiple monitors. 
  • Fixed: Mica material might not display correctly. This occurs when you use a slideshow background. 
• [Mouse] Fixed: When you use the "Show location of pointer when I press the CTRL key," the circles might be tiny on some displays. 
• [Clipboard] Fixed: Clipboard history (Windows logo key plus sign (+) V) might show no content. This issue occurs even though it is on, and you have copied text and images. 
• [Taskbar] Fixed: When you choose "Automatically hide the taskbar," the search box shows as an icon, not as a search box. 
• [File Explorer]  
  • Fixed: There might be more space than you expect between the items listed in the left pane. 
  • Fixed: The search box is cut off when the File Explorer window is small. 

Normal rollout

This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.

• [File Explorer] Fixed: When you select the See more button, the menu expands upward instead of dropping down. Because of this, the menu might go off the screen, depending on the position of File Explorer.

• [HTML Applications (HTA)] Fixed: HTA optional components (OC) are now in ARM64 Windows PE.

• [Task Manager] Fixed: The Users page might cause Task Manager to stop responding when you use the keyboard.

• [Graphics Device Interface Plus (GDI+)]

• Fixed: You cannot get the properties of image files using GDI+).
• Fixed: Scaling is wrong when you re-encode images in GDI+.

• [RAW format images] Fixed: They show in the wrong orientation.

• [Exporting chart objects] Fixed: An app stops responding when it exports chart objects in PDF and XLSX formats.

• [Mouse and Xbox game bar] Fixed: Your mouse might unlock from the game window. This occurs when you have multiple monitors and open and close the Xbox game bar.
• [ADDED] [Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)] Fixed: It stops working and will not start up. 

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/11/14/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-5194-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 19:11:36 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177420 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5194 (KB5046714) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

The Beta Channel and

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5194 (KB5046714) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. The Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel will receive the same Windows 10 build today just like we’ve been doing since June. However, this will be the last time we release a Windows 10 build to the Beta Channel as we will be shutting down the Beta Channel for Windows 10. Insiders on Windows 10 in the Beta Channel will be moved over to the Release Preview Channel, and we will continue to release builds for Windows 10 in the Release Preview Channel only going forward. Insiders on Windows 10 today in the Beta Channel can also move to the Release Preview Channel on their own via Settings > Update & Security > Windows Insider Program and choosing the Release Preview Channel. We recommend customers prepare for Windows 10 end of support by moving to Windows 11 today.

For Windows Insiders on Windows 10 in the Beta Channel, we’re beginning to roll out the following improvements

• [Start menu] New! The Recommended section of the Start menu will show some Microsoft Store apps. These apps come from a small set of curated developers. This will help you to discover some of the great apps that are available. If you want to turn this off, go to Settings > Personalization > Start. Turn off the toggle for Show suggestions occasionally in Start.

Insiders in the Beta Channel on Windows 10 who want to be the first to get features gradually rolled out to you can turn ON the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Updated & Security > Windows Update. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your device over time once they are ready.

This update includes the following features and improvements for Windows Insiders in BOTH the Beta and Release Preview Channels

Items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented:

• [App list backup] Fixed: Win32 shortcuts might not back up to the cloud. ​​​​​​​
• [Copy cloud files] Fixed: When you drag and drop files from a cloud files provider folder, it might result in a move instead of a copy. ​​​​​​​

• [Motherboard replacement] Fixed: Windows does not activate after you replace a motherboard.
• [Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA)] Fixed: This update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• [Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) printer] Fixed: Windows stops responding when you use an IPP USB printer.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/11/14/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-4534-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 14 Nov 2024 18:27:06 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177422 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.4534 (KB5046732) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22631.4534 (KB5046732) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

Gradual rollout

The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.

• [Start menu] New! When you right-click apps that you have pinned to the Start menu, jump lists will appear for apps that have jump lists.
• [Taskbar] New! The system tray shows a shortened date and time. Also, the notification bell icon might not show if you have set the toggle for “Do not disturb” to on. If the bell icon does not show, click the date and time to view your messages in the notification center. To go back to the long form of the date and time, go to Settings > Date and Time. Then turn on the toggle for “Show time and day in the system tray.” To show the bell icon, go to Settings > System > Notifications. Turn on the toggle for “Notifications.” You can also get to these settings using the context menu. Just right click the system tray clock or bell icon. The more simplified system tray with shortened form date/time is being temporarily disabled to address a few issues.
• [Touchscreen] New! This update adds a new section for touchscreen edge gestures. Go to Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Touch. There, you can choose if you would like to turn off the left or right screen edge touch gesture.
• [Mouse] New! This update adds the option to turn off enhanced mouse pointer precision to Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Mouse. There is also a new option to change the direction in which the mouse scrolls.
• [Task Manager]
  • New! The Disconnect and Logoff dialogs now support dark mode and text scaling.
  • New! The Performance section now shows the type for each disk.
• [Input Method Editor (IME)] New! After you install this update, the IME toolbar will hide when apps are in full screen mode. This only occurs when the IME toolbar is active, and you type Chinese or Japanese characters.
• [File Explorer] New! You can share content to an Android device from the context menu in File Explorer and on the desktop. To use this feature, you must install and configure Phone Link on your PC.
• [IFilters] New! Windows Search runs IFilters in Less Privileged App Containers (LPAC). LPACs are like app containers, but they deny more permissions by default. A process that runs in an LPAC only has access to the resources it needs. The process does not have access to sensitive system components and data. This reduces the potential damage that a compromised process can cause.
• [Dynamic Lighting Settings page]
  • New! Its page will show a placeholder message when there is no compatible device attached to your computer. Also, the Brightness and Effects controls will be off.
  • New! This update adds the Forward, Backward, Outward, and Inward direction options to the Wave effect. The Gradient effect now has the Forward direction option.
• [Narrator] New! We have added new functionalities to Narrator scan mode. Skip past links (N’) allows you to navigate to the text after a link. This is most helpful when navigating through long emails, news articles, and wiki pages. Jump to lists (L’) allows you to quickly access a list on a web page or a document. To try these new features, you need to turn on Narrator first (Win key + Ctrl + Enter), then turn scan mode ON by pressing Caps Lock + Spacebar and finally use the new shortcuts – ‘N’ and ‘L’. Please note that scan mode is ‘ON’ by default on most web pages (like news articles, wiki page, etc.).
• [Speech in Windows] New! We have improved our speech-to-text and text-to-speech experience on Windows. Users of Narrator, voice access, live captions, live translations, and voice typing might see a message asking them to update their language files manually. The language files will be released separately through Microsoft Store.
• [Settings] New! Tailored Experiences is now Personalized offers in the out of box experience (OOBE). You can find it on the Recommendations and offers page. Go to Settings > Privacy & security. Here, you can turn off the setting that sends data about your device to enhance Windows.
• [Taskbar] Fixed: When you choose "Automatically hide the taskbar," the search box shows as an icon, not as a search box.
• [File Explorer]
  • Fixed: There might be more space than you expect between the items listed in the left pane.
  • Fixed: The search box is cut off when the File Explorer window is small.
• [Jump lists] New! If you hold Shift and CTRL and click a jump list item, this opens the item as an admin.

Normal rollout

This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.

• [Motherboard replacement] Fixed: Windows does not activate after you replace a motherboard.
• [Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA)] Fixed: This update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• [Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) printer] Fixed: Windows stops responding when you use an IPP USB printer.
• [Bluetooth LE Audio] Fixed: Some devices, like hearing aids, do not stream Bluetooth audio.
• [ADDED] [Mouse and game bar] Fixed: Your mouse might unlock from the game window. This occurs when you have multiple monitors and open and close the game bar. 

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/10/14/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-5070-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Mon, 14 Oct 2024 21:26:04 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177362 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5070 (KB5045594) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

The Beta Channel and

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5070 (KB5045594) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. The Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel will receive the same Windows 10 builds; however, the Beta Channel is where we will try new features out with Insiders that we’re working on that are not yet ready for all Windows 10 customers.

For Windows Insiders on Windows 10 in the Beta Channel, we’re beginning to roll out the following improvements

[Settings]

• Under Settings > System > About, you will now find a refreshed experience with new top cards that highlight key hardware specifications of your device. These cards are designed to keep you informed about the most important details of your device’s hardware that matter to you. We’ve also added FAQs directly within this settings page to help you better understand your device. These FAQs will explain your current hardware specifications and how they impact the performance of your device, making it easier to get the most out of your system.

Insiders in the Beta Channel on Windows 10 who want to be the first to get features gradually rolled out to you can turn ON the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Updated & Security > Windows Update. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your device over time once they are ready.

This update includes the following features and improvements for Windows Insiders in BOTH the Beta and Release Preview Channels

Items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented:

• [Start menu] New! This update starts the roll out of the new account manager on the Start menu. The new design makes it easy to view your account and access account settings. To change to a different user, select the ellipses (...) next to Sign out. The Lock command is now on the power menu. Note: This change might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.
• [vmswitch] Fixed: A vmswitch triggers a stop error. This occurs when you use Load Balancing and Failover (LBFO) teaming with two virtual switches on a virtual machine (VM). In this case, one virtual switch uses single root Input/Output virtualization (SR-IOV).
• [Upgrade to Windows 11] Fixed: A race condition causes stop error 0x3B. This might occur when you upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11.
• [Product activation phone numbers] Fixed: This adds new phone numbers for several regions.
• [Multi-Function Printer (MFP)]
  • Fixed: When you use a USB cable to connect to it, it prints specific network command text when you do want it to.
  • Fixed: A scanner driver fails to install when you use a USB cable to connect to an MFP.
• [Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA)] Fixed: This update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• [WebView2 apps] Fixed: They do not detect input from Xbox 360 and Bluetooth controllers.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/10/10/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-2152-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 21:38:26 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177351 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.2152 (KB5044384) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).

Below i

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]]> Windows 11 Build 26100.2152 (KB5044384) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

Gradual rollout

The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.

• [Start menu] New! You can directly access content on your mobile device from the Start menu on your PC. Using this feature, you can view your device’s battery status and connectivity, access your voice messages, calls, and photos, and pick up where you left off with the latest activities on your device. Only Android users who are already connected using Phone Link can get this feature. iOS support will be coming later. To manage this feature, go to Settings > Personalization > Start. [UPDATE 10/14] This feature will roll out to Insiders in Release Preview on Windows 11, version 24H2 at a later date and is not rolling out yet with this update.
• [Notifications] New! You can now stop the suggestions to turn off notifications from certain apps. Select the ellipses (…) in the notification and turn it off. You can also go to Settings > System > Notifications and turn it off from there. Look for “Notification Suggestions” in the senders list. An entry will only appear in the list after you receive a notification.
• [Windows Sandbox Client Preview] New! This update adds the Windows Sandbox Client Preview. This preview includes runtime clipboard redirection, audio and video input control, and sharing folders with the host at runtime. To access these, select the ellipses (…) at the upper right on the app. This preview also includes a version of command-line support. (The commands might change over time). To learn more, use the exe –help command. You can find new updates for this app in the Microsoft Store.
• [Virtual hard disk (VHD/VHDx)] New! This update adds a detach virtual hard disk button to Settings. In the properties for your VHD or VHDx, go to Settings > System > Storage > Disks & Volumes.
• [Wi-Fi password dialog] New! The dialog now has the Windows 11 visual design. Go to Settings > Network & internet.

The following features began rolling out gradually with Build 26100.2161 on Oct. 24th, 2024:

• ​​​​​​​[Start menu] New! “All apps” has the new name, “All.”​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
• [Networking] New! If you use the netsh wlan show networks command, it can now read SSIDs that are encoded using UTF-8. This means that Wi-Fi SSIDs that have Unicode characters (like emoji) will display properly in netsh output. This might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.​​​​​
• [Narrator]
  • New! This update adds a new Narrator shortcut. Press the Narrator key + Ctrl + X to copy what Narrator last spoke to the clipboard. This shortcut is useful when you want to quickly copy some content, like codes or numbers for use.
  • New! It will now auto read the contents of an email message in the new Outlook. This is like the behavior in Outlook classic.

Normal rollout

This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.

• [Copilot key settings] New! You can configure the Copilot key on the keyboard. On new devices, the key opens the Copilot app. If you sign in to your account using a Microsoft Entra ID, the key opens the M365 app. You can make the key open a different app or open Search. To do this, go to Settings > Personalization > Text input. To make the key open a different app, the app must be in a signed MSIX package. This ensures that the app meets security and privacy standards to keep you safe. If your PC’s keyboard does not have a Copilot key, changing this setting will do nothing.
• [User interface (UI)] Fixed: You cannot view some parts of the UI when you run certain apps.
• [HTML Applications (HTA)] Fixed: HTA optional components (OC) are now in ARM64 Windows PE.
• [Live kernel debug files (dumps)] Fixed: win32kbase.sys creates live kernel debug files when it should not.
• [Winlogon] Fixed: A stop error occurs during shutdown.
• [Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file (DriverSiPolicy.p7b)] Fixed: This update adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
• [Web sign-in] Fixed: You cannot sign in to your account from the web because the screen stops responding.
• [sfc /scannow command] Fixed: You get errors every time you run the command.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/10/10/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-4387-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 21:32:56 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177349 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.4387 (KB5044380) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22631.4387 (KB5044380) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2 (Build 22631).   Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

Gradual rollout

The following features and improvements might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.

• [Start menu]
  • New! You can directly access content on your mobile device from the Start menu on your PC. Using this feature, you can view your device’s battery status and connectivity, access your voice messages, calls, and photos, and pick up where you left off with the latest activities on your device. Only Android users who are already connected using Phone Link can get this feature. iOS support will be coming later. To manage this feature, go to Settings > Personalization > Start. [UPDATE 10/14] This feature will roll out to Insiders in Release Preview on Windows 11, version 23H2 at a later date and is not rolling out yet with this update.
  • New! “All apps” has the new name, “All.”

• [Gamepad keyboard] New! This update starts the roll out of a new Gamepad keyboard layout for the on-screen keyboard. With it, you can use your Xbox controller to move around the screen and type. Button accelerators are also available; these include the X button for backspace and the Y button for the spacebar. For better movement patterns, the keyboard keys are aligned vertically.
• [Notifications] New! You can now stop the suggestions to turn off notifications from certain apps. Select the ellipses (…) in the notification and turn it off. You can also go to Settings > System > Notifications and turn it off from there. Look for “Notification Suggestions” in the senders list. An entry will only appear in the list after you receive a notification.

• [Settings] New! Tailored Experiences is now Personalized offers in the out of box experience (OOBE). You can find it on the Recommendations and offers page. Go to Settings > Privacy & security. Here, you can turn off the setting that sends data about your device to enhance Windows. [UPDATE 10/14] This feature will roll out to Insiders in Release Preview on Windows 11, version 23H2 at a later date and is not rolling out yet with this update.

Normal rollout

This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.

• [Copilot key settings] New! You can configure the Copilot key on the keyboard. On new devices, the key opens the Copilot app. If you sign in to your account using a Microsoft Entra ID, the key opens the M365 app. You can make the key open a different app or open Search. To do this, go to Settings > Personalization > Text input. To make the key open a different app, the app must be in a signed MSIX package. This ensures that the app meets security and privacy standards to keep you safe. If your PC’s keyboard does not have a Copilot key, changing this setting will do nothing.
• [Battery use] Fixed: A device uses too much battery power while the device is in Modern Standby.
• [Microsoft Teams] Fixed: The issue stops you from joining Teams meetings when you select an Outlook meeting reminder.
• [vmswitch] Fixed: A vmswitch triggers a stop error. This occurs when you use Load Balancing and Failover (LBFO) teaming with two virtual switches on a virtual machine (VM). In this case, one virtual switch uses single root Input/Output virtualization (SR-IOV).
• [Collector sets] Fixed: They do not close properly when an exception occurs during startup or while the set is active. Because of this, the command to stop a collector set stops responding.
• [Product activation phone numbers] Fixed: This update adds new phone numbers for several regions.
• [Multi-Function Printer (MFP)] Fixed: When you use a USB cable to connect to it, it prints specific network command text when you do want it to.
• [Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA)] Fixed: This update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• [Windows Hello for Business] Fixed: PIN reset does not work when you select the “I forgot my PIN’ link on the credentials screen.
• [Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file (DriverSiPolicy.p7b)] Fixed: This update adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
• [WebView2 apps] Fixed: They do not detect input from Xbox 360 and Bluetooth controllers.
• [Bluetooth] Fixed: An app stops responding because of a memory leak in a device.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/09/23/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-4247-and-22631-4247-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 23 Sep 2024 17:46:52 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177318 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22621.4247 and 22631.4247 (KB5043145) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build

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]]> Windows 11 Builds 22621.4247 and 22631.4247 (KB5043145) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build 22621) and version 23H2 (Build 22631).   Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

Gradual rollout

These might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.

• [Start menu] New! The "Sign out" option is now on the account manager when you open the Start menu. To change to a different user, select the ellipses (...). A list of other users appears to make it easier to switch.
• [Taskbar] New! You can now share local files directly from the search results that appear in the Search box on the taskbar.
• [Settings] New! The Delivery Optimization Settings page now matches the Windows 11 design. See Settings > Windows Update > Advanced options > Delivery Optimization.
• [Windows Share] New! This update removes the search box from the Windows Share window.
• [Lock screen] New! Media controls now show in the lower part of the lock screen at its center when media is playing.

Normal rollout

This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.

• [IE mode] Microsoft Edge sometimes stops responding when you use IE mode.
• [Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)] There is inconsistent data between TCP_INFO_v1 and GetPerTcpConnectionEstats. File synchronization services use TCP connection performance analysis tools. This issue affects how accurate those tools are.
• [Country and Operator Settings Asset] This update brings COSA profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• [Outlook and other encrypted email apps] This issue prompts for your PIN each time you open an encrypted email.
• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint] Work Folders files fail to sync when Defender for Endpoint is on.
• [Microsoft Edge] It sometimes stops responding when you use IE mode.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/09/23/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-1876-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 23 Sep 2024 17:42:42 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177312 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.1876 (KB5043178) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).

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]]> Windows 11 Build 26100.1876 (KB5043178) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

Gradual rollout

These might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.

• [Start menu] New! The "Sign out" option is now on the account manager when you open the Start menu. To change to a different user, select the ellipses (...). A list of other users appears to make it easier to switch.
• Taskbar] New! You can now share local files directly from the search results that appear in the Search box on the taskbar.
• [Settings]
  • New! The Delivery Optimization Settings page now matches the Windows 11 design. See Settings > Windows Update > Advanced options > Delivery Optimization.
  • New! There is a new energy recommendation to turn off high dynamic range (HDR). This helps to conserve energy on devices that have HDR displays. Go to Settings > Power & battery > Energy recommendations.
  • [ADDED 9/24] New! This update adds the option to turn off enhanced mouse pointer precision to Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Mouse. There is also a new option to change the direction in which the mouse scrolls. 
  • [ADDED 9/24] New! You can now set Power Mode for when your PC is plugged in and on battery. Go to Settings > System > Power & battery. 
• [Lock screen] New! Media controls now show in the lower part of the lock screen at its center when media is playing.
• [Battery life] New! When your device’s battery power is running low, a pop-up window will appear that asks you to plug in your device. This occurs when the battery level reaches 20% and while Energy Saver is set to “Always On”.

Normal rollout

This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.

• [Open Source Software] This update adds attributions to credits.txt files for Rust OSS components.
• [Input Method Editor (IME)] When a combo box has input focus, a memory leak might occur when you close that window.
• [WebView2 apps] They do not detect input from Xbox 360 and Bluetooth controllers.
• [ADDED 9/24] [Screen readers] The NonVisual Desktop Access (NVDA) app and other screen readers fail to narrate all the screen content from some apps. This occurs when those apps run with administrator privileges.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/09/16/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-4955-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Mon, 16 Sep 2024 21:23:25 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177296 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4955 (KB5043131) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

The Beta Channel and

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4955 (KB5043131) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. The Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel will receive the same Windows 10 builds; however, the Beta Channel is where we will try new features out with Insiders that we’re working on that are not yet ready for all Windows 10 customers.

For Windows Insiders on Windows 10 in the Beta Channel, we’re beginning to roll out the following improvements

• [ADDED 9/18] [Start menu] New! We are trying out different positions for your profile picture and a new background color for the left navigation bar on the Start menu to enhance the visibility of the options. 

Insiders in the Beta Channel on Windows 10 who want to be the first to get features gradually rolled out to you can turn ON the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Updated & Security > Windows Update. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your device over time once they are ready.

This update includes the following features and improvements for Windows Insiders in BOTH the Beta and Release Preview Channels

Items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented:

• [Microsoft Entra single sign-on (SSO)] The SSO notice that the European Digital Markets Act (DMA) requires prompts too often. This occurs when you authenticate using a certificate. To learn more, see: Upcoming changes to Windows single sign-on.

• [IE mode] Microsoft Edge sometimes stops responding when you use IE mode.

• [Country and Operator Settings Asset] This update brings COSA profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.

• [Media playback] Playback of some media might stop when you use certain surround sound technology.

• [File Explorer and taskbar] Windows server stops responding when you use apps like File Explorer and the taskbar.

• [Windows Update opt-in notifications] They now appear when you sign in.

• [Directory enumeration] This might fail if a directory has symbolic links that have long target names.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/08/22/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-4842-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Thu, 22 Aug 2024 22:57:30 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177261 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4842 (KB5041582) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

The Beta Channel and

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4842 (KB5041582) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. The Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel will receive the same Windows 10 builds; however, the Beta Channel is where we will try new features out with Insiders that we’re working on that are not yet ready for all Windows 10 customers. You can read our announcement for opening the Beta Channel for Windows Insiders on Windows 10 here.

This update includes the following features and improvements for Windows Insiders in BOTH the Beta and Release Preview Channels

Items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented:

• [Input Method Editor (IME)] When a combo box has input focus, a memory leak might occur when you close that window.
• [Country and Operator Settings Asset] This update brings COSA profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• [Bluetooth] An app stops responding because of a memory leak in a device.
• [Bind Filter Driver] Your system might stop responding when it accesses symbolic links.
• [Unified Write Filter (UWF) and Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)] An SCCM task to re-enable UWF fails because of a deadlock in UWF. This stops the device from restarting when you expect it.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/08/19/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-1586-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 19 Aug 2024 21:29:43 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177249 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.1586 (KB5041865) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).

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]]> Windows 11 Build 26100.1586 (KB5041865) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update.

[ADDED 8/20] Gradual rollout

These might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.

• [Taskbar]
  • [ADDED 8/27] New! When the taskbar has keyboard focus (WIN + T), you can press a letter, and you will go to the app whose name starts with that letter. When you press a letter more than once, you will go to the next app whose name starts with that letter. Pressing a letter more than once only works if there are multiple pinned or open apps whose name starts with that letter. If you are using an uncombined taskbar, when you press a letter, you go to the window whose name starts with that letter. Also, when you press Home and End, the keyboard focus changes to the first and last items in the taskbar.
  • The End task option no longer shows a not responding dialog before it stops a task. This option is only available when you turn on End task in Settings > System > For Developers.
• [File Explorer]
  • New!  When you right-click a tab, you have the choice to duplicate it.
  • A memory leak occurs when you interact with archive folders.
  • File Explorer stops responding when you browse within it.
  • When you search from Home for the first time, you might not get any results.
  • The address bar dropdown menu might appear when you do not expect it.
  • When you use the Save dialog to save a file to Gallery, an error occurs. Because of this update, your file saves to the Pictures library instead.
  • The search box does not show the correct folder name when you are in Gallery.
  • A blank area shows at the top of File Explorer.
  • The back and forward mouse buttons do not work when you hover over the Recommended Files section of Home.
  • Images flash when you view them in the Gallery.
  • [ADDED 8/27/] When you press Windows logo key + E, a screen reader might say a pane has focus, or the focus might not be set at all.
  • [ADDED 8/27] When you press Ctrl + F, sometimes the search does not start.
  • [ADDED 8/27] Keyboard focus sometimes might get lost when you press Shift + Tab.
  • [ADDED 8/27] Screen readers do not announce when you open or browse items that are in a breadcrumb of the Open or Save dialog.
  • [ADDED 8/27] Screen readers do not announce when you open or browse items in the column header.
• [ADDED 8/27] [Windows Share] New! You can now share content to your Android device from the Windows Share window. To do this, you must pair your Android device to your Windows PC. Use the Link to Windows app on your Android device and Phone Link on your PC.
• [ADDED 8/27] [Narrator] This update makes scan mode respond quicker. This is especially helpful when you use Microsoft Edge and read large documents. To use scan mode, you must turn on Narrator first (Windows logo key + Ctrl + Enter). Then, turn on scan mode by pressing Caps lock + Spacebar during a Narrator session.
• [ADDED 8/27] [Voice access] You can now dictate the characters that you spell at a faster speed. You also have more editing options for the commands that select, delete, and move within text.
• [ADDED 8/27] [Widgets Board] We are rolling out an update to the Widgets Board to improve security and the APIs for creating widgets and feeds for users in EEA regions. As part of this update, the Microsoft Start Experiences app will power the Microsoft Start widget and feed experiences. Also, as part of this update, some existing widgets will be removed and others will be modified, temporarily affecting their functionality. This update sets the foundation for new widgets and other features in development, set to roll out soon

Normal rollout

This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.

• [FrameShutdownDelay] The browser ignores its value in the “HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main” registry key.
• [Domain Name System (DNS)] A deadlock occurs in the domain controller (DC) when it starts up in the DNS client.
• [OpenSSH] This update adds a prompt that asks you to confirm when you turn on OpenSSH using the Server Manager UI.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/08/19/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-4108-and-22631-4108-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 19 Aug 2024 21:25:28 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177251 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22621.4108 and 22631.4108 (KB5041587) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build

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]]> Windows 11 Builds 22621.4108 and 22631.4108 (KB5041587) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build 22621) and version 23H2 (Build 22631).   Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

Gradual rollout

These might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.

• [Windows Share] New! You can now share content to your Android device from the Windows Share window. To do this, you must pair your Android device to your Windows PC. Use the Link to Windows app on your Android device and Phone Link on your PC.
• [File Explorer] 
  • When you press Windows logo key + E, a screen reader might say a pane has focus, or the focus might not be set at all.
  • When you press Ctrl + F, sometimes the search does not start.
  • Keyboard focus sometimes might get lost when you press Shift + Tab.
  • Screen readers do not announce when you open or browse items that are in a breadcrumb of the Open or Save dialog.
  • Screen readers do not announce when you open or browse items in the column header.
• [Narrator] This update makes scan mode respond quicker. This is especially helpful when you use Microsoft Edge and read large documents. To use scan mode, you must turn on Narrator first (Windows logo key + Ctrl + Enter). Then, turn on scan mode by pressing Caps lock + Spacebar during a Narrator session.
• [Voice access] You can now dictate the characters that you spell at a faster speed. You also have more editing options for the commands that select, delete, and move within text.
• [ADDED 8/27] [Widgets Board] We are rolling out an update to the Widgets Board to improve security and the APIs for creating widgets and feeds for users in EEA regions. As part of this update, the Microsoft Start Experiences app will power the Microsoft Start widget and feed experiences. Also, as part of this update, some existing widgets will be removed and others will be modified, temporarily affecting their functionality. This update sets the foundation for new widgets and other features in development, set to roll out soon.

Normal rollout

This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text bolded in brackets indicates the area of the change being documented.

• [Input Method Editor (IME)] When a combo box has input focus, a memory leak might occur when you close that window.
• [Country and Operator Settings Asset] This update brings COSA profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• [Bluetooth] External devices lose their connection when you deploy certain Bluetooth policies.
• [Bind Filter Driver] Your system might stop responding when it accesses symbolic links.
• [File Explorer] The navigation pane does not update when you browse folders that are in a shell namespace extension.
• [Unified Write Filter (UWF) and Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)] An SCCM task to re-enable UWF fails because of a deadlock in UWF. This stops the device from restarting when you expect it.
• [Hibernate stop error] Your laptop stops responding after you resume it from hibernate. This occurs if you have closed and opened the lid many times.
• [Microsoft Entra single sign-on (SSO)] The SSO notice that the European Digital Markets Act (DMA) requires prompts too often. This occurs when you authenticate using a certificate. To learn more, see Upcoming changes to Windows single sign-on.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/07/25/ability-to-access-your-android-phone-in-file-explorer-begins-rolling-out-to-windows-insiders/ Thu, 25 Jul 2024 21:03:11 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177206 Hello Windows Insiders,

Today we are beginning to gradually roll out the ability to see your Android phone in File Explorer to Windows Insiders with Android phones across all Insider Channels.

With this new experience, you will be able to wirelessl

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]]> File Explorer showing the new entry point for accessing your Android phone.[/caption] To use this feature, you’ll need to meet the following requirements:

• Your Android phone has at least Android 11 or higher.
• You are running the BETA version of Link to Windows app on your Android phone (version 1.24071 and higher).
• You are registered for the Windows Insider Program, your PC is running Windows 11, and your PC is opted into any of the 4 Insider Channels.

To enable this experience, go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mobile Devices and choose “Manage devices” and allow your PC to access your Android phone. You’ll then be able to see a toggle to show your phone in File Explorer. If you do not see this toggle, that means the experience hasn't yet rolled out to you yet. [caption id="attachment_177209" align="alignnone" width="568"] Settings window for managing mobile devices that are allowed to connect to your PC.[/caption]

Known issues

• When you delete phone files on your PC, they are moved to a new Recycle Bin folder on your phone. Currently, these deleted files remain in the Recycle Bin for 5 days, even though the dialog indicates 30 days. An update is being made to ensure automatic deletion after 30 days.
• Occasionally, deleted files in the new Recycle Bin folder on your phone may not appear in File Explorer on your PC. This issue will be resolved in a future update.
• Sometimes, operations performed on phone files from your PC may not sync back to the phone. As a workaround, you can log out of your Windows account on your PC and log back in.

FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Devices and Drivers > Linked devices. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/07/25/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-1297-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 25 Jul 2024 17:30:51 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177204 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.1297 (KB5040529) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).

Below

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]]> Windows 11 Build 26100.1297 (KB5040529) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). Below is a summary of the new features and improvements included as part of this update separated into two sections: gradual rollout and normal rollout. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.

Gradual rollout

These might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. Text bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.

• [Lock screen] New! Sports, traffic, and finance content will appear along with weather. To turn on this feature, go to Settings > Personalization > Lock screen.
• [Start menu]
  • New! The new account manager is on the Start menu. When you use a Microsoft account to sign in to Windows, you will get a glance at your account benefits. This feature also makes it easy to manage your account settings.
  • New! You can now also pin apps from the Start menu to the taskbar by dragging and dropping items directly to taskbar from the pinned section in the Start menu.
• [File Explorer]New! You can now use your mouse to drag files between breadcrumbs in the File Explorer address bar. A breadcrumb shows the path to your current file location in the address bar. For example, there are three breadcrumbs in the path This PC > Windows (C:) > Program Files.
• [Emoji] New! This update adds support for Emoji 15.1. Windows supports Unicode symbol-like shapes for family groupings. But Windows will keep using people for them. Also, you can choose the right or left facing direction for some people emoji. The new emoji are:
  • Horizontal and vertical head shake
  • Phoenix
  • Lime
  • Brown mushroom
  • Broken chain
• [Windows Share]
  • New! This update adds a feature that stops you from accidentally closing the Windows share window. Clicking outside of the window will no longer close it. To close it, select the close button at the upper-right corner.
  • New! You can directly share to specific Microsoft Teams channels and group chats in the Windows share window. To do so, you must sign in using a Microsoft Entra ID.
  • New! You can now create quick response (QR) codes for webpage URLs and cloud files from the Windows share window. Select the share button in the Microsoft Edge toolbar and choose “Windows share options.” Then, you can share the URLs and files across your devices.
  • New! You can now send email to yourself from the Windows share window. You will receive the email at the email address that is in your Microsoft account.
  • New! You can now copy files from the Windows Share window. Just click the new Copy
• [Windows Backup] New! Windows will now back up many of your sound settings (this includes your sound scheme). This only occurs if you turn on Remember my preferences and select the checkboxes for Personalization and Other Windows settings. To find these, go to Settings > Accounts > Windows backup. Then, you can use the Windows Backup app to restore those settings on a new device.
• [Settings] 
  • New! This update adds a new Game Pass recommendation card on the Settings home page. This home page shows on Home and Pro editions when you sign in to Windows using your Microsoft account. The card appears if you actively play games on your PC.
  • New! This update adds a page to Settings > Accounts called Linked devices. On it, you can manage your PCs and Xbox consoles. This page only shows on Home and Pro editions when you sign in to Windows using your Microsoft account (MSA).
  • New! This update puts the “Add now” button in Settings > Account. When you select it, you can add a recovery email address if you have not added one for your Microsoft account yet. The button only shows if you sign in to your Microsoft account.
  • New! This update includes updated visuals for the “Rename your PC” and “Change date and time” dialogs to match the Windows 11 visuals.
• [Task Manager]
  • This update changes the units for DDR speed from MHz to MT/s.
  • This update addresses an issue that affects USB devices. Ejecting them using the Safely Remove Hardware option fails. This occurs when Task Manager is open.
  • This update affects process handles. Task Manager releases them more quickly when it stops a process.
  • This update makes Task Manager more reliable.
  • This update affects the sort order of processes in Task Manager. Performance is better when you change the order.
  • This update makes Task Manager more accessible by improving: Keyboard focus, Tab key navigation, Text scaling, The readout of item names by screen readers, High contrast heatmaps and more.
  • This update makes resizing the Task Manager window easier when you grab the top of its window.

Normal rollout

This update includes the following features and improvements that are rolling out as part of this update. Text in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented.

• [PC Manager] New! This update adds PC Manager to devices in China.
• [Widgets]New! The Widgets icons on the taskbar are no longer pixelated or fuzzy. This update also gives you a larger set of animated icons.

• [Azure Virtual Desktop] New! You can now use OneDrive as a RemoteApp in Azure Virtual Desktop.

• [Virtual Filtering Platform (VFP)] New! In Windows nodes, VFP has more support for packet drop collection. This will make it easier to troubleshoot issues.

• [Windows Server vNext] In the latest build, the cache size display behavior is not what you expect.

• [Group Policy Preferences Item Level Targeting (ILT) and Local Users and Groups] You cannot choose a group from the target domain for ILT. Also, you cannot choose an account from Local Users and Groups. The forest does not appear. This issue occurs when you deploy multiple forests, and the target domain has a one-way trust with the domain of the admin. This issue affects Enhanced Security Admin Environment (ESAE), Hardened Forests (HF), or Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments.

• [Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file (DriverSiPolicy.p7b)] This update adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.

• [Share button] On USB controllers, the button might not work with Game Bar.

• [Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS)] It fails at times when you set Field Engineering logging to 5.

• [NetAdapterCx module] Devices that use certain WLAN cards stop responding.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/07/11/releasing-windows-11-builds-22621-3951-and-22631-3951-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 11 Jul 2024 17:42:01 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177172 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22621.3951 and 22631.3951 (KB5040527) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build

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]]> Windows 11 Builds 22621.3951 and 22631.3951 (KB5040527) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build 22621) and version 23H2 (Build 22631).   This update includes the following features and improvements (note that items with an asterisk (*) are gradually rolling out) and items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented:

• [Notification for Windows Share in China] * New! For nearby sharing to work, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth must be on. If they are off when you turn on nearby sharing, Windows will ask you to allow them to be turned on. This feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.

• [File Explorer] * New! When you right-click a tab, you have the choice to duplicate it. This feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.

• [Start menu] * New! You can drag apps from the Pinned section of the menu and pin them to the taskbar. This feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.
• [Taskbar]
  • [ADDED] New!  * When the taskbar has keyboard focus (WIN + T), you can press a letter, and you will go to the app whose name starts with that letter. When you press a letter more than once, you will go to the next app whose name starts with that letter. Pressing a letter more than once only works if there are multiple pinned or open apps whose name starts with that letter. If you are using an uncombined taskbar, when you press a letter, you go to the window whose name starts with that letter. Also, when you press Home and End, the keyboard focus changes to the first and last items in the taskbar.
  • New! * Updated the logic for the “End Task” option in the taskbar so that it no longer shows a Not Responding dialog to give confirmation before ending the task. This option is available for users who have enabled End Task under Settings > System > For Developers.

• [File Explorer] * Improves File Explorer reliability, by addressing multiple crashes and hangs. Also, addressed multiple other issues listed as follows. Fixes for these issues might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually:
  • File Explorer leaks memory leak when interacting with archive folders.
  • The spacing between your desktop icons unexpectedly may become extremely wide.
  • Starting a search from Home in File Explorer may unexpectedly show no results the first time you attempt a search.
  • The address bar dropdown appears unexpectedly sometimes while you are using File Explorer, for example when renaming a file.
  • After a DWM crash, when you open File Explorer it may just show a blank area on top instead of rending the area correctly.
  • File Explorer doesn’t react when using the back and forward buttons on a mouse while hovering over the Recommended Files section of Home.
  • The search box doesn’t show the correct folder name when you are in Gallery.
  • Pictures in File Explorer Gallery might flash or flicker when scrolling.
  • When using the save dialog, if you try to save a file to Gallery in File Explorer shows an error.
• [FrameShutdownDelay] The browser ignores its value in the “HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main” registry key.

• [Group Policy Preferences Item Level Targeting (ILT) and Local Users and Groups] You cannot choose a group from the target domain for ILT. Also, you cannot choose an account from Local Users and Groups. The forest does not appear. This issue occurs when you deploy multiple forests, and the target domain has a one-way trust with the domain of the admin. This issue affects Enhanced Security Admin Environment (ESAE), Hardened Forests (HF), or Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments.

• [Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCPIP)] The issue causes high CPU usage and loss of packets. It also affects TCP connection success rates.

• [NetAdapterCx module] A system stops responding when large amounts of data travel over Wi-Fi. This issue occurs on devices that have certain wireless network cards.

• [Universal Print clients] They fail to communicate with the Universal Print service. This affects printing functions. This issue occurs when you turn on Web Proxy Auto Discovery (WPAD).

• [Print Support App] When you use the app with a USB device, the app stops responding and does not print. This issue also limits the functions of the user interface.

• [Autopilot] Using it to provision Surface Laptop SE devices fails.

• [Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC)]
  • A memory leak occurs that might exhaust system memory as time goes by. This issue occurs when you provision a device.
  • WDAC fails to verify the policies of some apps.

• [Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file (DriverSiPolicy.p7b)] This update adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.

• [Bluetooth] You cannot put calls on hold from Bluetooth peripherals.

• [Windows Backup] Backup sometimes fails. This occurs when a device has an Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI) system partition (ESP).

• [Cache manager] It might stop responding. This occurs when you use Hyperthreading on Windows Server 2022.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/07/11/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-4713-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Thu, 11 Jul 2024 17:30:27 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177170 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4713 (KB5040525) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

The Beta Channel and

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4713 (KB5040525) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. The Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel will receive the same Windows 10 builds; however, the Beta Channel is where we will try new features out with Insiders that we’re working on that are not yet ready for all Windows 10 customers. You can read our announcement for opening the Beta Channel for Windows Insiders on Windows 10 here.

For Windows Insiders on Windows 10 in the Beta Channel, we’re beginning to roll out the following improvements

[Search on the Taskbar]

• We are beginning to roll out a fix where you will see search box on your secondary monitors when the setting for search on the taskbar is set to “Search box”.

Insiders in the Beta Channel on Windows 10 who want to be the first to get features gradually rolled out to you can turn ON the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Updated & Security > Windows Update. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your device over time once they are ready.

This update includes the following features and improvements for Windows Insiders in BOTH the Beta and Release Preview Channels

Items bolded in brackets indicate the area of the change being documented:

• [FrameShutdownDelay] The browser ignores its value in the “HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Main” registry key.

• [Wi-Fi Protected Access 3 (WPA3)] In the Group Policy editor, HTML preview rendering fails.

• [Group Policy Preferences Item Level Targeting (ILT) and Local Users and Groups] You cannot choose a group from the target domain for ILT. Also, you cannot choose an account from Local Users and Groups. The forest does not appear. This issue occurs when you deploy multiple forests, and the target domain has a one-way trust with the domain of the admin. This issue affects Enhanced Security Admin Environment (ESAE), Hardened Forests (HF), or Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments.

• [Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)] The TCP send code often causes a system to stop responding during routine tasks, such as file transfers. This issue leads to an extended send loop.

• [Print Support App] When you use the app with a USB device, the app stops responding and does not print. This issue also limits the functions of the user interface.

• [Universal Print clients] They fail to communicate with the Universal Print service. This affects printing functions. This issue occurs when you turn on Web Proxy Auto Discovery (WPAD).

• [Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC)]  
  • This update prevents a stop error that occurs when you apply more than 32 policies.
  • A memory leak occurs that might exhaust system memory as time goes by. This issue occurs when you provision a device.
  • WDAC fails to verify the policies of some apps.
• [Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file (DriverSiPolicy.p7b)] This update adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.

• [Windows Backup] Backup sometimes fails. This occurs when a device has an Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI) system partition (ESP).

• [DHCP Option 235 (known issue)] Some Windows devices use this option to find Microsoft Connected Cache (MCC) nodes in their network. But you might not be able to use these nodes when you find them. Instead, these devices download updates and apps from the public internet. Because of this, download traffic increases.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/06/21/previewing-for-accessing-phone-link-features-from-the-start-menu-with-windows-insiders/ Fri, 21 Jun 2024 17:03:49 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177147 June 2025: This experience is also available to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel.

UPDATE 8/2: We are beginning to gradually roll out this experience to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. Updates made below t

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]]> June 2025: This experience is also available to Windows Insiders in the Canary Channel. UPDATE 8/2: We are beginning to gradually roll out this experience to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. Updates made below to the requirements section.

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Hello Windows Insiders, We are gradually rolling out a new feature, which allows you to use your mobile device directly from the Start menu on your Windows 11 PCs, to Windows Insiders in the Dev and Beta Channels. With this feature, you can stay connected and effortlessly access your mobile device's functionalities right from the Start menu. Key features include:

• Effortless Connectivity: View your phone's battery status and connectivity right from the Start menu on your Windows 11 PC.
• Unified Communication: Access your phone messages, calls, and photos directly from Start, ensuring you never miss an important update or moment.
• Continuity of Experience: Pick up where you left off with the latest activities from your phone, all seamlessly integrated into your Start menu experience.

[caption id="attachment_177149" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Feature for managing your mobile device shown next to the Start menu.[/caption] This feature is gradually rolling out to the Windows Insider community and available only for Android users on Windows 11 who are already connected via Phone Link. iOS support will be coming at a later date. This experience can be managed via Settings > Personalization > Start (support link). Requirements:

• Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.3790 and higher in the Beta Channel.
• [ADDED 8/2] Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.1330 and higher in the Dev Channel.
• [UPDATED 8/2] Phone Link version 1.24061.93.0 and higher.

FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Desktop Environment > Start Menu. Give it a try and let us know your feedback and suggestions. You can also join the conversation on our Windows Insider community forums and social media channels. Thanks, Windows Insider Program & Phone Link Teams]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/06/20/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-994-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 20 Jun 2024 17:26:26 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177137 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.994 (KB5039304) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).  

This update includes t

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]]> Windows 11 Build 26100.994 (KB5039304) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100).   This update includes the following features and improvements:

• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). It fails to verify the policies of some apps.
• This update addresses an issue that affects WDAC. It reports a certain class of its policies as not active or not authorized.
• This update addresses an issue that might cause DWM.exe to stop responding.
• This update brings Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Unified Write Filter (UWF). Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) API calls to shut down or restart a system throws an access denied exception.
• This update addresses an issue believed to be the underlying cause of some Insiders noticing stutters in some animations recently (dropping frames), particularly with Task View.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/06/13/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-4593-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Thu, 13 Jun 2024 18:17:12 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177110 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4593 (KB5039299) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

Going forward, the B

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4593 (KB5039299) to BOTH the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel for Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. Going forward, the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel will receive the same Windows 10 builds; however, the Beta Channel is where we will try new features out with Insiders that we’re working on that are not yet ready for all Windows 10 customers. You can read our announcement for opening the Beta Channel for Windows Insiders on Windows 10 here. Today we are trying out this process.

For Windows Insiders on Windows 10 in the Beta Channel, we’re beginning to roll out the following improvements:

[Search on the Taskbar]

• We're made some fixes to improve the overall stability of searching for apps in the search box on the taskbar.

[Windows Backup]

• You will be able to seamlessly backup and restore personalization preferences of Activity History and Printer Device Settings that are not hardware or accessory dependent such as "Let Windows manager my default printer" and "Store my activity history on this device". The goal is to ensure that the most used preferences of these settings are backed up, while avoiding those that are tied to specific hardware, to facilitate a seamless transition to a new PC.
• We are making some important bug fixes to enhance the backup and restore functionality. As part of this work, the issue causing backup failures when desktop and lock screen backgrounds were backed up twice has been resolved.

Insiders in the Beta Channel on Windows 10 who want to be the first to get features gradually rolled out to you can turn ON the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Updated & Security > Windows Update. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your device over time once they are ready.

This update includes the following features and improvements for Windows Insiders in BOTH the Beta and Release Preview Channels:

• [ADDED 6/19] * New! We are advancing the Copilot experience on Windows. It is now pinned to the taskbar and will behave like an app. This gives you the benefits of a typical app experience. For example, you can do things like resize, move, and snap the window. PLEASE NOTE: Managed commercial devices will not receive this new experience. This includes devices not running Windows 10 Home and are managed by an IT administrator.
• This update addresses an issue that affects MSIX applications. When you install them from an HTTPS URI, they fail to open. This issue occurs when the download of the application is not complete. This damages the package.
• This update affects mobile device management (MDM). When you enroll a device, the MDM client sends more details about the device. The MDM service uses those details to identify the device model and the company that made it.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the default Japanese Input Method Editor (IME). The candidate window stops responding when you do not expect it. Then, it goes back to a former composition state at random.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Direct Composition batched presentations. A brief flash of triangles or boxes show on the screen. This issue affects browsers, like Microsoft Edge, and other apps.
• This update brings Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that might stop your system from resuming from hibernate. This occurs after you turn on BitLocker.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). The issue copies unsigned WDAC policies to the Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI) disk partition. It is reserved for signed policies.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an app’s jump list on the taskbar. Completing actions from that list might fail. A jump list is a menu that appears when you right-click an app on the taskbar or Start menu. It gives you quick access to recently or frequently used app items.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a folder context menu. When you choose the command that removes items, the command adds items instead. This occurs when a third-party service implements a sync feature.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/06/13/releasing-windows-11-builds-22621-3807-and-22631-3807-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 13 Jun 2024 17:39:05 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177108 UPDATE 6/19: The Copilot changes documented below are now rolling out to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Chann

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]]> UPDATE 6/19: The Copilot changes documented below are now rolling out to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 and 23H2.  UPDATE 6/13: The Copilot changes documented below have not yet started to rollout to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview channel. We will update the blog post once the rollout has started.

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Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22621.3807 and 22631.3807 (KB5039302) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build 22621) and version 23H2 (Build 22631).   This update includes the following features and improvement (note that items with an asterisk (*) are gradually rolling out):

• [UPDATED 6/19] * New! We are advancing the Copilot experience on Windows. It is now pinned to the taskbar and will behave like an app. This gives you the benefits of a typical app experience. For example, you can do things like resize, move, and snap the window. PLEASE NOTE: Managed commercial devices will not receive this new experience. This includes devices not running Windows 11 Home and are managed by an IT administrator.
• * New! This update adds a new Game Pass recommendation card on the Settings home page. This home page shows on Home and Pro editions when you sign in to Windows using your Microsoft account. The card appears if you actively play games on your PC.
• * New! The show desktop button is on the taskbar again by default. To change this, right-click the taskbar and choose Taskbar settings. At the lower part of the page, you will find Taskbar behaviors.
• * New! This update affects File Explorer. You can now create 7-Zip and Tape Archive (TAR) files using the context menu. When you right-click a file, a Compress to item gives you ways to compress a file using tools like gzip, bzip2, and more. There is also a new compression wizard in Additional options. It will help you choose more formats and add details. You can use different types of compression to add many files to archives in other TAR formats. You can also change the compression level and choose the types of data to store in each archive.
• * New! This update adds support for Emoji 15.1. Windows supports Unicode symbol-like shapes for family groupings. But Windows will keep using people for them. Also, you can choose the right or left facing direction for some people emoji. The new emoji are:
  • Horizontal and vertical head shake
  • Phoenix
  • Lime
  • Brown mushroom
  • Broken chain 48617543
• * New! You can now copy files from the Windows Share window. Just click the new Copy
• * New! This update affects OneDrive. You can now use it as a RemoteApp in Azure Virtual Desktop.
• * This update changes the units for DDR speed from MHz to MT/s.
• * This update addresses an issue that affects USB devices. Ejecting them using the Safely Remove Hardware option fails. This occurs when Task Manager is open.
• * This update affects process handles. Task Manager releases them more quickly when it stops a process.
• * This update makes Task Manager more reliable.
• * This update affects the sort order of processes in Task Manager. Performance is better when you change the order.
• * This update makes Task Manager more accessible by improving:
  • Keyboard focus
  • Tab key navigation
  • Text scaling
  • The readout of item names by screen readers
  • High contrast heatmaps and more.
• * This update makes resizing the Task Manager window easier when you grab the top of its window.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Group Policy. It fails to detect when a network’s speed is slow. Instead, it assumes that a fast link is present.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Storage Spaces Direct (S2D) and Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA). When you use them with SMBdirect in your networks, the networks fail. You also lose the ability to manage clusters.
• This update addresses an issue that affects GPUs. They do not enter the idle state that stops them from consuming power.
• This update adds the registry key HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Windows\DWM ForceDisableModeChangeAnimation (REG_DWORD). When you set its value to 1 (or a non-zero number), it turns off the display mode change animation. If the value is 0 or the key does not exist, the animation is set to on.
• This update brings Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Snipping Tool. When you use it to record videos on some PCs, the audio has distortions.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Azure Virtual Desktop sessions. A deadlock stops you from signing in to them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the touch keyboard. You cannot use it to enter special characters. This occurs when you use the Japanese 106 keyboard.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/06/04/opening-the-beta-channel-for-windows-insiders-on-windows-10/ Tue, 04 Jun 2024 17:36:44 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177087 Hello Windows Insiders,

At the end of last year, we announced a change in approach for Windows 10 to make sure eve

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]]> announced a change in approach for Windows 10 to make sure everyone can get the maximum value from their current Windows PC. To bring new features and more improvements to Windows 10 as needed, we need a place to do active feature development with Windows Insiders. So today, we are opening the Beta Channel for Windows Insiders who are currently on Windows 10. This will allow us to try out new features for Windows 10, version 22H2, with Insiders before releasing them to all Windows 10 customers. If you are an Insider on Windows 10 today and want to try out new features for Windows 10 when we have them, we recommend that you join or switch to the Beta Channel. You can do this by going to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Insider Program, clicking on the current Insider Channel selection to expand and see the full list of Insider Channels, and choosing Beta Channel. [caption id="attachment_177090" align="alignnone" width="668"] Windows Insider Program settings page showing all 4 Insider Channels with the Beta Channel highlighted in a red square.[/caption] For Insiders on a Windows 10 PC that meet the minimum system requirements for Windows 11:

• We will not automatically upgrade you to Windows 11 when you join the Beta Channel. The Windows 11 upgrade will be available as optional, where you can choose to upgrade when you are ready.
• You will be able to switch to the Canary or Dev Channels but in doing so it will upgrade your PC to the latest Windows 11 build for those channels.
• If you switch to the Canary or Dev Channels, you will have a small window to roll back to Windows 10 but once this window closes, the only way to go back to the Beta Channel and/or Windows 10 will be to do a clean install of Windows.

For Insiders on a Windows 10 PC that DO NOT meet the minimum system requirements for Windows 11:

• You will not see the options to switch to the Canary or Dev Channels as these channels are only for Windows 11 Insider Preview builds. [UPDATED 6/6] The Canary and Dev Channels will still be shown on the Windows Insider Program settings page but will be greyed out. We are working to implement this change soon. Should you choose either the Canary or Dev Channel today on a Windows 10 PC that does not meet the minimum system requires for Windows 11, you will not receive any new builds and we will eventually migrate you to the Beta Channel where you will receive updates again (or you can switch to the Beta Channel on your own).
• The Windows 10 end of support date of October 14, 2025, is unchanged. Joining the Beta Channel on your Windows 10 PC does not change that. For more information on the Extended Security Update program for Windows 10, see this blog post here.

Many features in the Beta Channel will be rolled out using Control Feature Rollout technology, starting with a subset of Insiders and ramping up over time as we monitor feedback to see how they land before pushing them out to everyone in this channel. Insiders in the Beta Channel who want to be the first to get features gradually rolled out to you can turn ON the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available via Settings > Updated & Security > Windows Update. Over time, we will increase the rollouts of features to everyone with the toggle turned on. Should you keep this toggle off, new features will gradually be rolled out to your device over time once they are ready. Features and experiences included in the Windows 10 builds we flight to the Beta Channel might not ever get released as we try out different concepts and get feedback. Features may change over time, be removed, or replaced and never get released beyond Windows Insiders. Some of these features and experiences could show up in updates to Windows 10 for everyone when they’re ready. Please note that once you opt your Windows 10 PC into the Beta Channel today, you will not receive a new build just yet. We’ll have a new build for you in the coming weeks. For more information on the 4 Insider Preview Channels, click here. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/05/22/releasing-windows-11-version-24h2-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Wed, 22 May 2024 17:46:56 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177070 UPDATE 6/15: We have resumed rollout of Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100.863) to the Release Preview Channel.

UPDATE 6/7: We are temporarily pausing the rollout of Windows 11, version 24H2 to the Release P

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]]> UPDATE 6/15: We have resumed rollout of Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100.863) to the Release Preview Channel. UPDATE 6/7: We are temporarily pausing the rollout of Windows 11, version 24H2 to the Release Preview Channel. We will resume the rollout in the coming weeks. UPDATE 5/29: We're aware that some Windows Insiders in Release Preview are not seeing Windows 11, version 24H2 offered yet. We've just begun the rollout and will gradually increase the rollout over time so not everyone will see it right away. If you are not seeing it yet and want to update to Windows 11, version 24H2 right away, you can do so by using the ISO which are available for download here. The ISO is Build 26100.560 but once you update using the ISO and join Release Preview, you'll get Build 26100.712.

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Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are making this year’s annual feature update Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100.712) available in the Release Preview Channel for customers to preview ahead of general availability later this calendar year. Windows 11, version 24H2* includes a range of new features such as the HDR background support, energy saver, Sudo for Windows, Rust in the Windows kernel, support for Wi-Fi 7, voice clarity and more. It also includes many improvements across Windows. For example, we are introducing a scrollable view of the quick settings flyout from the taskbar, the ability to create 7-zip and TAR archives in File Explorer (in addition to ZIP), and improvements for connecting Bluetooth® Low Energy Audio devices. We will be sharing more details in the coming months on many of the new features and improvements included as part of Windows 11, version 24H2 leading up to general availability. Please note that the new AI features such as Recall announced earlier this week will not be available on your PC after installing this update today as they require a Copilot+ PC. For more information on those new AI features and Copilot+ PCs, see this blog post here. As part of this update, we’re also evolving the Copilot** experience on Windows as an app that will be pinned to the taskbar. This enables users to get the benefits of a traditional app experience, including the ability to resize, move, and snap the window – feedback we’ve heard from users throughout the preview of Copilot in Windows. This model also allows Microsoft to more agilely develop and optimize the experience based on user feedback. This change will be making is way to Insiders in the Canary, Dev, and Beta Channels shortly. [ADDED 5/30] As part of the Copilot experience's evolution on Windows to become an app that is pinned to the taskbar, we are retiring the WIN + C keyboard shortcut. For new devices that ship with a Copilot key, this key will open Copilot. For existing devices without that key, using the WIN + (number position for Copilot pinned to your taskbar) is a great way to open Copilot. [caption id="attachment_177072" align="alignnone" width="660"] Windows 11, version 24H2 shown as available as an optional update highlighted in a red box.[/caption] Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel can install Windows 11, version 24H2 via our “seeker” experience in Windows Update. This means if you are an Insider currently in the Release Preview Channel on a PC that meets the Windows 11 hardware requirements, you can go to Settings and Windows Update and choose to download and install Windows 11, version 24H2 if you want. Once you update your PC to Windows 11, version 24H2, you will continue to automatically receive new servicing updates through Windows Update (the typical monthly update process). For instructions on how to join the Windows Insider Program and join your PC to the Release Preview Channel, click here. PLEASE NOTE: Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels will not be able to switch to the Release Preview Channel as they are on builds already based on Windows 11, version 24H2 but are on higher build numbers. These Insiders don't need to switch.  Commercial*** customers enrolled in the Windows Insider Program for Business can begin validating Windows 11, version 24H2 on PCs in their organizations. For these customers, the Windows 11, version 24H2 feature update is available through Windows Update for Business (WUfB) and Windows Server Update Service (WSUS). Azure Marketplace will be coming soon. You can learn more about deploying pre-release feature updates using these deployment methods here. Should any issues arise, IT admins in organizations deploying Release Preview updates can request Microsoft Support. And finally – ISOs are now available for download for Windows 11, version 24H2 via the Windows Insider ISO download page.

Known issue

[UPDATE] The below known issue where an Pcasvc.dll error dialog pop-up with the message "Missing entry: PcaWallpaperAppDetect" was appearing has been fixed. [ADDED 6/3] After updating to Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100.712), you may see an Pcasvc.dll error dialog pop-up with the message "Missing entry: PcaWallpaperAppDetect". We are working on a fix, but you can follow these instructions to mitigate the issue:

1. Type “Task Scheduler” in the search box on the taskbar to find and open Task Scheduler.
2. On the left tree view of Task Scheduler, click on the “Task Scheduler Library” to expand the node.
3. Keep expanding the nodes by clicking on the tree view in the following order: Microsoft -> Windows -> Application Experience.
4. After clicking on the “Application Experience” node, find the task named “PcaWallpaperAppDetect” from the list view in the middle of Task Scheduler.
5. Right-click on that task, click “Delete” in the pop-up menu. Then click “Yes” on the confirmation dialog box asking, “Do you want to delete this task?”.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team *Please note that Cortana, Tips, and WordPad are removed after upgrading to Windows 11, version 24H2. These apps are deprecated. **Copilot in Windows is being rolled out gradually to Windows Insiders across our global markets. Customers in the European Economic Area will be able to download the Copilot in Windows experience as an app from the Microsoft Store (coming soon). ***We consider a device a commercial device if it is not running the Windows 11 Home edition AND is being managed by an IT administrator (whether via Microsoft Endpoint Manager or other management solution) or has a volume license key or commercial ID or is joined to a domain.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/05/20/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-4474-to-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 20 May 2024 20:45:21 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177068 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4472 (KB5037849) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

This update includes the following features and impro

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4472 (KB5037849) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements:

• This update addresses an issue that affects a Microsoft Entra ID account. Devices cannot authenticate a second one. This occurs after you install the Windows update, dated November 13, 2023
• This update addresses an issue that affects a server after you remove it from a domain. The Get-LocalGroupMember cmdlet returns an exception. This occurs if the local groups contain domain members.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) app. It stops responding.
• This update addresses an issue that displays a hidden window. Its title bar has no content and no client area. This occurs when you share your screen using certain apps.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an IPP-over-USB printer. After you delete it, it still appears as not available in Control Panel.
• This update addresses an issue that affects TWAIN drivers. They might stop responding when you use them in a virtual environment.
• This update brings Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Share button on USB controllers. It might not work with Game Bar.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Unified Write Filter (UWF) Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) API calls. Calls to shut down or restart the system throw an access denied exception.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/05/17/releasing-windows-11-builds-22621-3668-and-22631-3668-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Fri, 17 May 2024 15:02:57 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=177052 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22621.3668 and 22631.3668 (KB5037853) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build

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]]> Windows 11 Builds 22621.3668 and 22631.3668 (KB5037853) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build 22621) and version 23H2 (Build 22631).   This update includes the following features and improvements:

• New! This update adds PC Manager to devices in China.
• New! This update adds a feature that stops you from accidentally closing the Windows share window. Clicking outside of the window will no longer close it. To close it, select the close button at the upper-right corner. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.
• New! You can now use your mouse to drag files between breadcrumbs in the File Explorer address bar. A breadcrumb shows the path to your current file location in the address bar. For example, there are three breadcrumbs in the path This PC > Windows (C:) > Program Files. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.

• New! You can directly share to specific Microsoft Teams channels and group chats in the Windows share window. To do so, you must sign in using a Microsoft Entra ID. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.

• New! This update adds a page to Settings > Accounts called Linked devices. On it, you can manage your PCs and Xbox consoles. This page only shows on Home and Pro editions when you sign in to Windows using your Microsoft account (MSA).
• New! This update starts the rollout of the new account manager on the Start menu. When you use a Microsoft account to sign in to Windows, you will get a glance of your account benefits. This feature also makes it easy to manage your account settings. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.

• New! You can now create quick response (QR) codes for webpage URLs and cloud files from the Windows share window. Select the share button in the Microsoft Edge toolbar and choose “Windows share options.” Then, you can share the URLs and files across your devices. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.
• New! Windows will now back up many of your sound settings (this includes your sound scheme). This only occurs if you turn on Remember my preferences and select the checkboxes for Personalization and Other Windows settings. To find these, go to Settings > Accounts > Windows backup. Then, you can use the Windows Backup app to restore those settings on a new device.
• New! You can now send email to yourself from the Windows share window. You will receive the email at the email address that is in your Microsoft account. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.
• New! This update starts the rollout of a the “Add now” button to Settings > Account. When you select it, you can add a recovery email address if you have not added one for your Microsoft account yet. The button only shows if you sign in to your Microsoft account. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually. 

• New! Starting with this update, you can sign in to your Microsoft account in the Windows Backup app. This app saves backups to your account. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.

• This update addresses a known issue that affects your account profile picture. When you try to change it, you might get an error message. The error code is 0x80070520.
• This update affects the Antimalware Scan Interface (AMSI) AmsiUtil class. It helps to detect the bypass of the AMSI scan. This update also addresses some long-term issues that expose your device to threats.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a server after you remove it from a domain. The Get-LocalGroupMember cmdlet returns an exception. This occurs if the local groups contain domain members.
• This update addresses an issue that affects printers. They do not work as you expect when you use AppContainer or use them in a restricted environment.
• This update addresses an issue that affects File Explorer. It stops responding when you swipe from a screen edge. This issue occurs after you turn off edge swiping.
• This update addresses an issue that affects handwriting panels and touch keyboards. They do not appear when you use a pen.
• This update addresses an issue that displays a hidden window. Its title bar has no content and no client area. This occurs when you share your screen using certain apps.
• This update addresses an issue that distorts parts of the screen. This occurs when you use a Chromium-based browser to play a video.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an IPP-over-USB printer. After you delete it, it still appears as not available in Control Panel.
• This update addresses an issue that affects TWAIN drivers. They might stop responding when you use them in a virtual environment.
• This update brings Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Host Networking Service (HNS). When the service restarts, load balancer policies are not brought back in the right way.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the display of a smart card icon. It does not appear when you sign in. This occurs when there are multiple certificates on the smart card.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Enhanced Fast Reconnect. It fails. This occurs when you use it with third-party remote desktop protocol (RDP) providers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects File Explorer. It takes up to two minutes to start when you pin a folder that is on a network share to Quick Access. This occurs when you upgrade from Windows 11, version 21H2 to Windows 11, version 22H2.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an app that supports encrypted email. The app asks you to enter your credentials each time you open an encrypted email. This occurs even after you have entered your PIN at least once.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a folder context menu. When you choose the command that removes items, the command adds items instead. This occurs when a third-party service implements a sync feature.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the out-of-box experience (OOBE). It fails to complete. This occurs when you turn on the "Prevent the use of security questions for local accounts" policy.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio headsets. They do not show the option to connect or disconnect.

• This update addresses an issue that affects the Share button on USB controllers. It might not work with Game Bar.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Unified Write Filter (UWF) Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) API calls. Calls to shut down or restart the system throw an access denied exception.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/04/15/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-4353-to-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 17:15:16 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176998 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4353 (KB5036979) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10,

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4353 (KB5036979) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements:

• New! This update starts the rolls out of account-related notifications for Microsoft accounts in Settings > Home. A Microsoft account connects Windows to your Microsoft apps. The account also backs up all your data and helps you to manage your subscriptions. You can also add extra security steps to keep you from being locked out of your account. This feature displays notifications across the Start menu and Settings. You can manage your Settings notifications in Settings > Privacy & security > General.
• This update addresses an issue that affects app licensing. Because of this, Copilot in Windows (in preview) does not work as you expect.
• This update addresses an issue that occurs when your device resumes from Modern Standby. You might get the stop error, “0x9f DRIVER_POWER_STATE_FAILURE.”
• This update addresses a race condition that might stop a machine from starting up. This occurs when you set up a bootloader to start up multiple OSes.
• This update affects media allocations. It improves their memory granularity for some hardware setups. This lowers overcommitment. Also, performance is more efficient.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an accelerator backing store management path. A memory leak occurs that affects some devices.
• This update makes Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for some mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the container networking Address Resolution Protocol (ARP). It returns the wrong Virtual Subnet ID (VSID) for external ports.
• This update affects hypervisor-protected code integrity (HVCI). It accepts drivers that are now compatible.
• This update includes quarterly changes to the Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file, DriverSiPolicy.p7b. It adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Protected Process Light (PPL) protections. You can bypass them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects some wireless earbuds. Bluetooth connections are not stable. This occurs on devices that have firmware from April 2023 and later.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Distributed Transaction Coordinator (DTC). A memory leak occurs when it retrieves mappings.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS). Its Post Authentication Actions (PAA) do not occur at the end of the grace period. Instead, they occur at restart.
• This update makes some changes to Windows Search. It is now more reliable, and it is easier to find an app after you install it. This update also gives you a personalized app search experience.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/04/11/releasing-windows-11-builds-22621-3520-and-22631-3520-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 11 Apr 2024 17:20:24 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176989 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22621.3520 and 22631.3520 (KB5036980) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build

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]]> Windows 11 Builds 22621.3520 and 22631.3520 (KB5036980) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build 22621) and version 23H2 (Build 22631).   This update includes the following features and improvements:

• [ADDED 4/15] New! This update affects Widgets on the lock screen. They are more reliable and have improved quality. This update also supports more visuals and a more customized experience for you.
• [ADDED] New! This update improves the Widgets icons on the taskbar. They are no longer pixelated or fuzzy. This update also starts the rollout of a larger set of animated icons. This change is not yet rolling out. 
• This update adds a new mobile device management (MDM) policy called “AllowScreenRecorder.” It affects the Snipping Tool. IT admins can use this policy to turn off screen recording in the app.
• This update adds support for Arm64 .msi files using a Group Policy Object (GPO). You can now use the Group Policy Management Console (GPMC) to add Arm64 .msi files. You can also use a GPO to install these files on Arm64 machines. 
• This update addresses an issue that affects the netstat -c command. It fails to perform effective port exhaustion troubleshooting.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a low latency network. The speed of data on the network degrades significantly. This occurs when you turn on timestamps for a Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) connection.
• This update addresses a race condition that might stop a machine from starting up. This occurs when you set up a bootloader to start up multiple OSes.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an accelerator backing store management path. A memory leak occurs that affects some devices.
• This update affects media allocations. It improves their memory granularity for some hardware setups. This lowers overcommitment. Also, performance is more efficient.
• This update affects Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2). Intermittent name resolution fails in a split DNS setup.
• This update affects the touch keyboard. It makes the Japanese 106 keyboard layout appear as expected when you sign in.
• This update addresses an issue that affects universal printers. The system creates duplicate print queues for them.
• This update makes Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for some mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the container networking Address Resolution Protocol (ARP). It returns the wrong Virtual Subnet ID (VSID) for external ports.
• This update addresses a memory allocation issue in the Host Networking Service (HNS). The issue causes high memory consumption. It also affects service and pod deployment and scaling.
• This update addresses an issue that occurs when you elevate from a normal user to an Administrator to run an application. When you use a PIN to sign in, the app will not run.
• This update affects hypervisor-protected code integrity (HVCI). It accepts drivers that are now compatible.
• This update includes quarterly changes to the Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file, DriverSiPolicy.p7b. It adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Protected Process Light (PPL) protections. You can bypass them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Bluetooth Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) hardware offload. A stop error occurs on PCs that support it.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Settings. It stops responding when you dismiss a flyout menu.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Distributed Transaction Coordinator (DTC). A memory leak occurs when it retrieves mappings.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS). Its Post Authentication Actions (PAA) do not occur at the end of the grace period. Instead, they occur at restart.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Resilient File System (ReFS). A high load might make the system unresponsive. Also, signing in might be slow.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/03/21/releasing-windows-11-builds-22621-3371-and-22631-3371-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 21 Mar 2024 17:13:26 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176958 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22621.3371 and 22631.3371 (KB5035942) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build

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]]> Windows 11 Builds 22621.3371 and 22631.3371 (KB5035942) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build 22621) and version 23H2 (Build 22631).   This update includes the following features and improvements:

• [ADDED 3/27] New! When you copy text, the Copilot icon will change appearance and animate to indicate that Copilot can help. When you hover your mouse over the Copilot icon, it will provide a menu of actions that you can take, such as summarizing or explaining the copied text. If you select an action on the menu, it will launch Copilot with the action ready-to-go. We also support the ability to launch Copilot if you start dragging an image – just drag the image file onto the Copilot icon in the taskbar, and Copilot will open. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.
• [ADDED 3/26] New! You can ask Copilot in Windows (in preview) for help ten times when you sign in to Windows using a local account. After that, you must sign in using a Microsoft account (MSA) or a Microsoft Entra ID account (formerly Azure Active Directory (Azure AD)). To sign in, use the link in the dialog that appears in Copilot in Windows. If you do not sign in, some Copilot features might not work. To learn more, see Welcome to Copilot in Windows and Manage Copilot in Windows.
• New! This update adds more content to your lock screen. In addition to weather, sports, traffic, and finance content will appear. To turn on this feature, go to Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.
• New! This update affects Windows Hello for Business. IT admins can now use mobile device management (MDM) to turn off the prompt that appears when users sign in to an Entra-joined machine. To do this, they can turn on the “DisablePostLogonProvisioning” policy setting. After a user signs in, provisioning is off for Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices.
• New! This update improves the Remote Desktop Session Host. You can now set up its “clipboard redirection” policy to work in a single direction from the local computer to the remote computer. You can also reverse that order.
• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Greenland. To learn more, see Greenland 2023 time zone update now available.
• This update supports DST changes in Kazakhstan. To learn more, see Interim guidance for Kazakhstan time zone changes 2024.
• This update supports DST changes in Samoa. To learn more, see Interim guidance for Samoa DST changes 2021.
• This update affects MSIX applications. It helps their UI to localize correctly for all languages when you upgrade your OS.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the COM+ component. Some applications that depend on it stop responding.
• This update addresses an issue that stops some apps and features from being available. This occurs after you upgrade to Windows 11.
• This update addresses a deadlock issue in CloudAP. It occurs when different users sign in and sign out at the same time on virtual machines.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a network resource. You cannot access it from a Remote Desktop session. This occurs when you turn on the Remote Credential Guard feature and the client is Windows 11, version 22H2 or higher.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Containers that you create or deploy. Their status does not progress past “ContainerCreating.”
• This update addresses an issue that affects the time service. You can configure it using mobile device management (MDM) or a Group Policy Object (GPO). But the Windows Settings app does not match what you have configured.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain Neural Processing Units (NPU). They do not show in Task Manager.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the touch keyboard and the candidate window for the Japanese and Chinese Input Method Editors (IME). They do not show after you come out of Modern Standby. To learn more, see Microsoft Japanese IME and What is Modern Standby.
• This update addresses an issue that occurs when you use LoadImage() to load a top-down bitmap. If the bitmap has a negative height, the image does not load and the function returns NULL.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Settings app. It stops responding when you use it to remove Bluetooth devices.
• This update makes Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for some mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Notepad. It fails to print to certain Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) printers when you use a print support app.
• This update addresses an issue that affects USB audio. It fails on some processors. This occurs after you pause, play, or resume from sleep.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). It prevents a stop error that occurs when you apply more than 32 policies.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the existing AppLocker rule collection enforcement mode. It is not overwritten when rules merge with a collection that has no rules. This occurs when the enforcement mode is set to “Not Configured.”
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Group Policy service. It fails after you use LGPO.exe to apply an audit policy to the system.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Secure Launch. It does not run on some processors.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Combine taskbar buttons and hide labels setting. The app labels in the taskbar sometimes do not have the correct length, which cuts off the label text. This occurs when this setting is set to “When taskbar is full” or “Never.”
• This update addresses a reliability issue. It affects a Virtual Remote App product when you use a custom shell to open it.
• This update addresses an issue that affects some wireless headphones. Bluetooth connections are not stable. This occurs on devices that have firmware from April 2023 and later.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Transport Layer Security (TLS), version 1.3. It causes Azure App Services to fail. This occurs when the web server attempts to connect to a third-party Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) server.
• This update addresses an issue that affects dsamain.exe. When the Knowledge Consistency Checker (KCC) runs evaluations, it stops responding.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Microsoft Message Queue (MSMQ) PowerShell module. It does not load.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/03/14/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-4233-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 14 Mar 2024 19:17:40 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176950 UPDATE 3/19: We have released Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4235 (KB5035941) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update is just

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]]> UPDATE 3/19: We have released Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4235 (KB5035941) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update is just a re-release with the same changes documented below on 3/14.

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Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4233 (KB5035941) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements:

• New! This update adds Windows Spotlight to your desktop background. This feature displays new images as your desktop wallpaper. If you want to know more about an image, click or tap the Learn More button, which takes you to Bing. To turn on this feature, go to Settings > Personalization > Background > Personalize your background. Choose Windows spotlight. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.

• New! This update adds more content to your lock screen. In addition to weather, sports, traffic, and finance content will appear.  To turn on this feature, go to Settings > Personalization > Lock screen. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.

• New! This update affects Windows Hello for Business. IT admins can now use mobile device management (MDM) to turn off the prompt that appears when users sign in to an Entra-joined machine. To do this, they can turn on the “DisablePostLogonProvisioning” policy setting. After a user signs in, provisioning is off for Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices.
• When you sign in, you might see a message that invites you to upgrade to Windows 11. This message only appears if your device is eligible for an upgrade. Note this feature might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.

• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Palestine. To learn more, see Interim guidance for DST changes announced by Palestinian Authority for 2024, 2025.
• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Kazakhstan. To learn more, see Interim guidance for Kazakhstan time zone changes 2024.
• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Samoa. To learn more, see Interim guidance for Samoa DST changes 2021.
• This update changes the English name of the former Republic of Turkey. The new, official name is the Republic of Türkiye.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the COM+ component. Some applications that depend on it stop responding.
• This update addresses an issue that stops some apps and features from being available. This occurs after you upgrade to Windows 11.
• This update addresses a deadlock issue in CloudAP. It occurs when different users sign in and sign out at the same time on virtual machines.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a network resource. You cannot access it from a Remote Desktop session. This occurs when you turn on the Remote Credential Guard feature and the client is Windows 11, version 22H2 or higher.

• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Edge. It fails to open on Surface Hub (Team OS).
• This update affects the Antimalware Scan Interface (AMSI) AmsiUtil class. It helps to detect the bypass of the AMSI scan. This update also addresses some long-term issues that expose your device to threats.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the time service. You can configure it using mobile device management (MDM) or a Group Policy Object (GPO). But the Windows Settings app does not match what you have configured.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the touch keyboard. It does not open sometimes.
• This update addresses an issue that occurs when you use LoadImage() to load a top-down bitmap. If the bitmap has a negative height, the image does not load and the function returns NULL.
• This update addresses an issue that affects scanners. They stop responding when you connect to them using eSCL over USB.
• This update makes Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for some mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the existing AppLocker rule collection enforcement mode. It is not overwritten when rules merge with a collection that has no rules. This occurs when the enforcement mode is set to “Not Configured.”
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Group Policy service. It fails after you use LGPO.exe to apply an audit policy to the system.
• This update addresses a reliability issue. It affects a Virtual Remote App product when you use a custom shell to open it.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/02/29/ability-to-use-a-mobile-devices-camera-as-a-webcam-on-your-pc-begins-rolling-out-to-windows-insiders/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 18:52:15 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176909 UPDATE 3/19: We have expanded the rollout introducing the ability to use your Android phone or tablet camera in any video application on your Windows 11 PC to all Windows Insiders across all Insider Channels.

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]]> UPDATE 3/19: We have expanded the rollout introducing the ability to use your Android phone or tablet camera in any video application on your Windows 11 PC to all Windows Insiders across all Insider Channels.

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Hello Windows Insiders, We are gradually rolling out the ability to use your Android phone or tablet camera in any video application on your Windows 11 PC to Windows Insiders across all Insider Channels. With this feature, you’ll be able to wirelessly enjoy the high quality of your mobile device’s camera on your PC with flexibility and ease. Some of the abilities include being able to switch between front and back camera, pausing the stream during interruptions, and enjoying effects provided by your mobile model. [caption id="attachment_176911" align="alignnone" width="3927"] A phone and a PC window showing connected camera controls that are available when you connect your phone with your PC.[/caption] Please ensure that your mobile device has Android 9.0+ and that you are running the BETA version of the Link to Windows phone application version 1.24012* or greater. [caption id="attachment_176912" align="alignnone" width="3927"] New settings window for managing mobile devices that are allowed to connect to your PC.[/caption] To enable this experience, go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mobile devices and choose “Manage devices” and allow your PC to access your Android phone. Your PC will get a Cross Device Experience Host update in the Microsoft Store that is required for this experience to work. FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Devices and Drivers > Linked devices. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/02/15/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-4116-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 15 Feb 2024 18:04:06 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176887 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4116 (KB5034843) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

This update includes the following features and impro

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.4116 (KB5034843) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements:

• New! This update adds Desktop Spotlight to your desktop background. Just one click or tap of the icon on your desktop takes you to Bing, where you can explore the world one picture at a time. [UPDATE 2/28] This improvement has been disabled and will get released in a future update.
• New! Using Windows share, you can now directly share URLs to apps like WhatsApp, Gmail, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Sharing to X (formerly Twitter) is coming soon.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Azure Virtual Desktop sessions. There are delays when you sign in.
• This update affects games you install on a secondary drive. Now, they remain installed on the drive.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Hello for Business. You cannot use it to authenticate to Microsoft Entra ID on certain apps. This occurs when you use Web Access Management (WAM).
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Edge. The UI is wrong for Internet Options Data Settings.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Japanese Input Method Editor (IME). It fails to work for custom desktops.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Remote Desktop Web Authentication. You might not be able to connect to sovereign cloud endpoints.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/02/15/releasing-windows-11-builds-22621-3227-and-22631-3227-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 15 Feb 2024 18:01:14 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176881 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22621.3227 and 22631.3227 (KB5034848) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, ver

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]]> Windows 11 Builds 22621.3227 and 22631.3227 (KB5034848) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build 22621) and version 23H2 (Build 22631). Along with this update, we are also releasing a February Windows Configuration Update (KB5035349) for both Windows 11, version 22H2 and 23H2 that introduces a few new features and improvements such as:

• Voice access is available in additional languages: French (France, Canada), German, and Spanish (Spain, Mexico).
• You can now use all voice access features on multiple displays.
• Voice shortcuts or custom commands in voice access.
• You can now listen to a preview of the ten natural voices in Narrator before you download them.
• You can now use voice access to open applications, dictate text, and interact with elements on the screen. You can also use your voice to command Narrator.
• The Windows share window will use the account you use to sign in for apps that are in “Share using.” For example, if you use a Microsoft account (MSA) to sign in, you will see Microsoft Teams (free). When you use a Microsoft Entra ID account (formerly Azure Active Directory) to sign in, your Microsoft Teams (work or school) contacts show instead.
• The Windows share window now supports sharing with WhatsApp in the “Share using” section. If you do not have WhatsApp installed, you can install it from the Windows share window.
• You can use quick settings or the Settings app to turn on Nearby Share. If you do and Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are off, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth will turn on to make Nearby Share work as you expect. If you turn off Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, Nearby Share turns off as well.
• You can now give your device a more friendly name to identify it when sharing. Go to Settings > System > Nearby sharing. There, you can rename your device.
• We have improved Nearby Share transfer speed for users on the same network. Before, users had to be on the same private network. Now, users must be on the same public or private network.
• The Cast flyout menu in quick settings gives you more help to find nearby displays, fix connections, and more.
• We are adding suggestions to Snap Layouts. They help you to instantly snap multiple app windows together.
• Improvements for Windows 365 Boot and Windows 365 Switch.

[caption id="attachment_176587" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Turn on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available to get new features rolled out to you.[/caption] If you have the toggle to get the latest updates as soon as they are available turned ON via Settings > Windows Update BEFORE installing KB5034848, you will also get the February Windows Configuration Update (KB5035349) installed at the same time you install KB5034848 in a single reboot. Note only KB5034848 will show during install on the Settings > Windows Update page. But after restarting, the February Windows Configuration Update (KB5035349) will be shown in your Update History. This Windows Configuration Update is how we’re enabling new features via Controlled Feature Rollout (CFR) technology. Should you install KB5034848 without turning on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available before, you can simply turn it on, and the February Windows Configuration Update will be downloaded on your PC where you will be asked to reboot. Should you install KB5034848 and keep the toggle off, the new features will be gradually rolled out to your device over time. KB5034848 includes the following improvements:

• [ADDED 2/29] New! This update adds support for the USB 80Gbps standard. It is the next generation of USB4 that has twice the bandwidth of USB 40Gbps. To use USB 80Gbps, you must have a compatible PC and USB4 or Thunderbolt™ peripheral.
• New! The Copilot in Windows icon now appears on the right side of the system tray on the taskbar. Also, the display of Show desktop at the rightmost corner of the taskbar will be off by default. To turn it on, go to Settings > Personalization > Taskbar. You can also right-click the taskbar and choose Taskbar settings.
• New! The Phone Link settings page has a new name: Mobile devices. Go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mobile devices.
• New! You can now use the Snipping Tool on your PC to edit the most recent photos and screenshots from your Android device. You will get an instant notification on your PC when your Android device captures a new photo or screenshot. To turn this on, go to Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Mobile devices. Choose Manage devices and allow your PC to access your Android device.
• This update affects games you install on a secondary drive. Now, they remain installed on the drive.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Notepad. It does not open for the standard user account. This occurs when you use Command Prompt to open it based on file type association.
• This update addresses an issue that affects 8 Zip archives. It stops you from opening them by double-clicking them in File Explorer.
• [UPDATED 2/20] This update addresses an issue that affects a machine that is used as a remote desktop session host. You get stop error RDR_FILE_SYSTEM (0x27). Because of this, all users are signed out from the machine.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Edge. The UI is wrong for Internet Options Data Settings.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Steps Recorder. Some of the UI and steps are not localized to Chinese.
• This update addresses an issue that affects long-edge fed printers. The alignment of stapling or hole punch locations is wrong.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an embedded SIM (eSIM) profile. When you delete it, you do not get a notification.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Settings Home page. It randomly stops responding when you go to the page.
• This update addresses an issue that affects networking. A device fails to make the automatic switch from cellular to Wi-Fi when it can use Wi-Fi.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Remote Desktop Web Authentication. You might not be able to connect to sovereign cloud endpoints.
• This update addresses an issue that makes the troubleshooting process fail. This occurs when you use the Get Help app.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Certificate Authority snap-in. You cannot select the "Delta CRL" option. This stops you from using the GUI to publish Delta CRLs.
• This update addresses an issue that stops a system from going to sleep. This occurs when you connect an external device to the system.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/01/11/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-3992-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 11 Jan 2024 19:31:49 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176815 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3992 (KB5034203) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

This update includes the following features and impro

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3992 (KB5034203) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following features and improvements:

• New! This update adds a feature for eye control system settings. You can back up these settings from the former device while you set up a new device. Then those settings will install automatically on the new device so you can use them when you reach the desktop.
• New! The coming weeks will bring a richer weather experience to your lock screen. This includes dynamic, interactive weather updates. So, as you hover over the weather on your lock screen, you will see more information. When you tap or click on the weather card and sign in, Microsoft Edge opens with the full forecast in MSN weather. If you already use Weather in Settings > Personalization > lock screen > Lock screen status, there is nothing for you to do. Also, this new experience will be on by default if Lock screen status is set to “None.” Like today, lock screen status will be available when you lock your screen no matter which personalization option you select (Windows spotlight, Picture, or Slideshow).
• This update addresses an issue that affects an Internet Explorer shortcut. After you use a policy to remove it, the shortcut reappears.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI). A caching issue occurs. The issue causes CurrentTimeZone to change to the wrong value.
• This update addresses an issue that affects XPath queries on FileHash and other binary fields. It stops them from matching values in event records.
• This update addresses a known issue that affects BitLocker data-only encryption. A mobile device management (MDM) service, such as Microsoft Intune, might not get the right data.
• This update addresses an issue that affects some single-function printers. They might install as a scanner.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Code Integrity Module (ci.dll). This issue stops your device from responding.
• This update includes quarterly changes to the Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file, DriverSiPolicy.p7b. It adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
• This update affects Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) Secure Boot systems. It adds a renewed signing certificate to the Secure Boot DB variable. You can now opt for this change.
• This update addresses an issue that stops you from reconnecting to an existing Remote Desktop session. Instead, you get a new one.
• This update addresses an issue that occurs when you change the keyboard language. The change fails to apply to RemoteApps in some scenarios.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS) Post Authentication Actions (PAA). The actions occur at restart instead of at the end of the grace period.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Active Directory. Bind requests to IPv6 addresses fail. This occurs when the requestor is not joined to a domain.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the LocalUsersAndGroups CSP. It stops processing group memberships if it cannot find a group.

• This update addresses an issue that affects deleted cloud files. When a cloud provider vetoes a deletion request, the files might still be removed.
• This update addresses an issue that affects MSIX applications. They do not open, and, in some cases, they make the host unresponsive. This occurs when they use MSIX App Attach with a CimFS image.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Group Policy Folder Redirection in a multi-forest deployment. The issue stops you from choosing a group account from the target domain. Because of this, you cannot apply advanced folder redirection settings to that domain. This issue occurs when the target domain has a one-way trust with the domain of the admin user. This issue affects all Enhanced Security Admin Environment (ESAE), Hardened Forests (HF) or Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/01/11/releasing-windows-11-builds-22621-3078-and-22631-3078-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 11 Jan 2024 18:04:22 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176813 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22621.3078 and 22631.3078 (KB5034204) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build

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]]> Windows 11 Builds 22621.3078 and 22631.3078 (KB5034204) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build 22621) and version 23H2 (Build 22631).   This update includes the following features and improvements:

• New! We are beginning to expanding the ability to use digital handwriting (inking) in some edit boxes for Windows Ink to the following languages and locales: Chinese Simplified (People’s Republic of China), English (Australia), English (Canada), English (India), English (United Kingdom), French (Canada), French (France), German (Germany), Italian (Italy), Japanese (Japan), Korean (Korea), Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Mexico), and Spanish (Spain). This also includes more accurate recognition technology, gestures to delete, select, join, and split words and also gesture to insert a new line.
• New! This update adds a feature for eye control system settings. You can back up these settings from the former device while you set up a new device. Then those settings will install automatically on the new device so you can use them when you reach the desktop. [UPDATE 1/19] This improvement is releasing in a future update.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain types of 7-Zip files. They appear as empty in File Explorer.
• This update addresses an issue that stops search from working on the Start menu for some users. The issue occurs because of a deadlock.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Wi-Fi Protected Access 3 (WPA3) in the Group Policy editor. HTML preview rendering fails.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI). A caching issue occurs. The issue causes CurrentTimeZone to change to the wrong value.
• This update makes Windows more reliable during power transitions. This reduces the risk of a stop error.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the OpenType font driver. On a certain architecture, the issue might affect how text renders for third-party applications.
• The update addresses a known issue that affects the color font format for COLRv1. It now renders properly. Windows uses this format to display emoji with a 3D-like appearance.
• This update addresses an issue to make video calls more reliable.
• This update addresses an issue that stops WMI from working. This occurs in certain scenarios with mobile device management (MDM) providers, such as Microsoft Intune.
• This update addresses a known issue that affects BitLocker data-only encryption. An MDM service, such as Microsoft Intune, might not get the right data.
• This update addresses an issue that causes your device to stop responding. This is intermittent and occurs after you install a print support app.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Access Point Name (APN) profiles. It stops you from automatically configuring APN profiles for cellular enabled devices. This occurs when you run the “netsh mbn show readyinfo *” command.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Trusted Platform Modules. On certain devices, they did not initialize correctly. Because of this, TPM-based scenarios stopped working.

• This update includes quarterly changes to the Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file, DriverSiPolicy.p7b. It adds to the list of drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
• This update affects Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) Secure Boot systems. It adds a renewed signing certificate to the Secure Boot DB variable. You can now opt for this change.
• This update addresses an issue that makes the troubleshooting process fail. This occurs when you use the Get Help app.
• This update addresses an issue that affects RemoteApp windows. In certain cases, they persist on client devices after you close them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a remote desktop client. It might connect to a wrong instance of a user's session. This occurs if a user has multiple sessions on the host.
• This update addresses an issue that occurs when you change the keyboard language. The change fails to apply to RemoteApps in some scenarios.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the File Explorer Gallery. It stops you from closing a tooltip.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio earbuds. They lose sound when you stream music.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a Bluetooth phone call. It stops the audio from routing through the PC when you answer the call on your PC.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS) Post Authentication Actions (PAA). The actions occur at restart instead of at the end of the grace period.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Active Directory. Bind requests to IPv6 addresses fail. This occurs when the requestor is not joined to a domain.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the LocalUsersAndGroups CSP. It stops processing group memberships if it cannot find a group.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Group Policy Folder Redirection in a multi-forest deployment. The issue stops you from choosing a group account from the target domain. Because of this, you cannot apply advanced folder redirection settings to that domain. This issue occurs when the target domain has a one-way trust with the domain of the admin user. This issue affects all Enhanced Security Admin Environment (ESAE), Hardened Forests (HF) or Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/11/20/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-3757-to-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 20 Nov 2023 22:03:47 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176718 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3757 (KB5032278) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

With this update, we are beg

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3757 (KB5032278) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. With this update, we are beginning to roll out Copilot in Windows (in preview)¹ for devices running Windows 10, version 22H2 Home and Pro editions². Windows Insiders in Release Preview with eligible devices³ running Windows 10, version 22H2 who are interested in experiencing Copilot in Windows as soon as possible can choose to do so by going to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and turning on ”Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” and Check for updates^4,5. Windows Insiders on eligible devices in the Release Preview Channel who already did this with last week’s update should see Copilot in Windows shortly. As a reminder, this will be a phased launch via controlled feature rollout (CFR) over the coming months. UPDATE 11/21: It may take time for your device to be confirmed as eligible for Copilot on Windows so it may not show up right away even if you have the "Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” toggle on.  [caption id="attachment_176696" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Copilot in Windows for devices running Windows 10, version 22H2 Home and Pro editions.[/caption] The Copilot in Windows button will appear on the right side of the taskbar in Windows 10. When you select it, Copilot in Windows appears at the right on your screen. It will not overlap with desktop content or block open app windows. Windows 10 Pro edition devices on version 22H2 that are managed by organizations will not be included in this initial rollout of Copilot in Windows. Windows 10 Enterprise and Education edition devices on version 22H2 will also not be included in this initial rollout of Copilot in Windows. To prepare for Copilot in Windows on Windows 10, IT administrators can click here to learn how they can manage Copilot in Windows for their organization.

Known issues

• Copilot in Windows isn’t currently supported when your taskbar is located vertically on the right or left of your screen. To access Copilot in Windows 10, make sure your taskbar is positioned horizontally on the top or bottom of your screen.
• You may see some instability after clicking Refresh button in Copilot experience. Subsequently clicking links inside the Copilot experience, closing Microsoft Edge or Copilot may cause Copilot and Microsoft Edge to crash.
• Copilot is not currently supported on multi-monitor setups. The icon will only appear on the primary monitor and taskbar.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team ¹ Copilot is currently available in preview in select global markets. It is our intention to add additional markets over time.  ² Devices running Home and Pro (non-managed) on Windows 10, version 22H2. ³ Devices require > 4GB RAM and Display adapter that supports +720p resolution. If we detect that your device may have an issue, such as an application incompatibility, we may put a safeguard hold in place and not offer Copilot in Windows (in preview) until that issue is resolved. ⁴ Device may need to reboot to enable new features. ⁵ Note the toggle won't be enabled for managed devices (those that are managed by Windows Update for Business or WSUS). ⁶ Screenshot of Copilot on Windows 10 above is simulated, subject to change. Feature availability and rollout timing varies by market and device.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/11/16/releasing-windows-11-builds-22621-2787-and-22631-2787-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 22:01:34 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176700 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22621.2787 and 22631.2787 (KB5032288) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build

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]]> Windows 11 Builds 22621.2787 and 22631.2787 (KB5032288) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2 (Build 22621) and version 23H2 (Build 22631).   This update includes the following features and improvements:

• On Windows 11, version 23H2 – this update previews changes in Windows to comply with the Digital Markets Act in the European Economic Area.
• [ADDED 12/1] New! This update starts the roll out of account-related notifications for Microsoft accounts on the Settings homepage. A Microsoft account connects Windows to your Microsoft apps. The account backs up all your data and helps you manage your subscriptions. You can also add extra security steps to keep you from being locked out of your account. This feature displays notifications across the Start menu and Settings. You can manage Settings notifications in Settings > Privacy & security > General.
• New! You can use Copilot in Windows across multiple displays. Press the Copilot in Windows taskbar button on the taskbar of the display where you want Copilot in Windows to appear. To show Copilot in Windows on the last display that it was on, press WIN + C. If you use a keyboard, press WIN +T to put the keyboard focus on the taskbar. Then go to the Copilot in Windows button to open it on any display. This is available to a small audience initially and deploys more broadly in the months that follow.
• New! You can use Copilot in Windows with ALT +TAB. When you press ALT +TAB, the thumbnail preview for Copilot in Windows appears among other thumbnail previews of open windows. You can switch between them using the Tab keystroke. This is available to a small audience initially and deploys more broadly in the months that follow.
• New! In the coming weeks, you might see Windows Spotlight set as the default background. This might occur when your background is set to an inbox Windows image.
• New! You can ask Copilot in Windows for help ten times when you sign in to Windows using a local account. After that, you must sign in using a verified account. These include a Microsoft account (MSA) and Azure Active Directory (Azure AD). Note that the name for Azure AD will change to Microsoft Entra ID. [UPDATE 12/8] This has been temporarily disabled and will be re-enabled in a future update.
• This update affects the shortcut (context) menu. Its performance is better when you open it on the desktop and in File Explorer.
• This update addresses an issue that affects .RAR files. They display as if they are empty in File Explorer.
• This update addresses an issue that affects apps that you download from Microsoft store. They stop responding and will not update.
• This update affects the Netherlands time zone. It adds the recent man-made landmass outside of Rotterdam to the shape files.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Trusted Sites Zone logon policy. You cannot manage it using mobile device management (MDM).
• This update addresses an issue that affects IE mode. A webpage stops working as expected when there is an open modal dialog.
• This update addresses an issue that causes IE mode to stop responding. This occurs if you press the left arrow key when an empty text box has the focus and caret (cursor) browsing is on.
• This update addresses app cursor issues. The cursor changes from a hand to a cursor when it should not, or the cursor disappears. These issues occur when apps use the WebView2Standalone XAML control..
• This update addresses an issue that causes IE mode to stop responding. This occurs when you have multiple IE mode tabs open.
• This update addresses an issue that affects remote direct memory access (RDMA) performance counters. They did not return networking data on VMs in the right way.
• This update addresses an issue that affects 32-bit GDI based applications. They stop responding. This occurs when they run on 64-bit Windows OSs that use more than 2GB of memory.

• This update affects Dynamic Lighting. It reduces the amount of power it uses on your device.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect the cursor when you write in Japanese. The cursor might move to an unexpected place.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect Microsoft OneNote. When you use a pen right-click to open it, that might fail.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the cursor. Its movement lags in some screen capture scenarios.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) decoder. It does not work well on some websites that set the wrong input sampling rate.
• This update addresses an issue that affects hardware that uses the PresentAt feature. Power use grows when you play a video in full screen.
• This update affects feature management. You can now prefetch velocity configs for more than one OS version. Doing that will not harm other versions. After you upgrade and your machine restarts, only the correct velocity config for the current OS version is applied.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Systems Settings application. It stops responding after you turn off Device Encryption.
• This update affects Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE). It enables Conditional Access (CA) scenarios.
• This update addresses an issue that stops you from reconnecting to an existing cloud session. Instead, you get a new one.
• This update improves how fast Copilot in Windows opens from the taskbar.
• This update addresses a leak in volatile notifications. This might stop you from signing in to your machine.
• This update addresses an issue that affects File Explorer. When you press Shift + F10, the shortcut (context) menu does not open.
• This update addresses an issue that affects File Explorer windows. When you do not expect them, they appear in the foreground.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Widgets notification badge. It is in the wrong position on the taskbar.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Copilot in Windows icon on the taskbar. It does not show as active when Copilot in Windows is open.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows LAPS. Its PasswordExpirationProtectionEnabled policy fails to turn on the setting.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Sandbox. If the locale of your machine is not US English, File Explorer stops responding.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/11/16/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-3754-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 18:00:12 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176682 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3754 (KB5032278) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

Coming soon – we will be i

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3754 (KB5032278) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. Coming soon – we will be introducing Copilot in Windows (in preview)¹ for devices running Windows 10, version 22H2 Home and Pro editions². The Copilot in Windows button will appear on the right side of the taskbar. When you select it, Copilot in Windows appears at the right on your screen. It will not overlap with desktop content or block open app windows. [caption id="attachment_176696" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Copilot in Windows for devices running Windows 10, version 22H2 Home and Pro editions.[/caption] After installing today’s November 2023 non-security preview update (KB5032278), Windows Insiders in Release Preview with eligible devices³ running Windows 10, version 22H2 who are interested in experiencing Copilot in Windows as soon as possible when we begin rolling it out in the near future, can choose to do so by going to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and turning on ”Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” and Check for updates^4,5. This will be a phased launch via controlled feature rollout (CFR) over the coming months. Windows 10 Pro edition devices on version 22H2 that are managed by organizations will not be included in the initial rollout of Copilot in Windows. Windows 10 Enterprise and Education edition devices on version 22H2 will also not be included in the initial rollout of Copilot in Windows. When we begin rolling Copilot in Windows (in preview) for devices running Windows 10, version 22H2 Home and Pro editions, we will publish a follow-up blog post to this one. Today’s November 2023 non-security preview update includes the following improvements:

• New!If you use Home or Pro consumer devices or non-managed business devices, you can get some of the newest experiences as soon as they are ready. To do so, go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. Set the Get the latest updates as soon as they are available toggle to on. Note that this toggle is not turned on for devices that your IT department manages unless IT configures a new policy.

• New! This update adds new functionality that affects app defaults. To learn more, see A principled approach to app pinning and app defaults in Windows. 
• New! The news & interests feature on your device is now larger! This will help you use the feature more effectively and show the content you care about most on a larger scale.
• New! This update adds Windows Update opt-in notifications to the screen when you sign in.
• This update affects the Netherlands time zone. It adds the recent man-made landmass outside of Rotterdam to the shape files.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Trusted Sites Zone logon policy. You cannot manage it using mobile device management (MDM).
• This update addresses an issue that causes IE mode to stop responding. This occurs if you press the left arrow key when an empty text box has the focus and caret (cursor) browsing is on.
• This update addresses an issue that affects IE mode. A webpage stops working as expected when there is an open modal dialog.
• This update addresses app cursor issues. These issues occur when apps use the WebView2Standalone XAML control.
• This update addresses an issue that causes IE mode to stop responding. This occurs when you have multiple IE mode tabs open.
• This update addresses an issue that affects fontdrvhost.exe. It stops responding when you use Compact Font Format version 2 (CFF2) fonts.
• This update addresses an issue that affects non-admin processes. Game performance goes down, and the video stutters.
• This update addresses an issue that affects protected content. It stops cross-process windows from being created. Because of this update, you can keep using out-of-process hosting for things like WebView2 under protected, top-level windows.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the cursor. Its movement lags in some screen capture scenarios.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the touch keyboard. It might not appear during the out-of-box experience (OOBE).
• This update affects Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE). It enables Conditional Access (CA) scenarios.
• This update addresses a localization issue for Great Britain English (EN-GB) locales. The error message for invalid characters in a new Windows Hello PIN is wrong.
• This update addresses a leak in volatile notifications. This might stop you from signing in to your machine.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows LAPS. Its PasswordExpirationProtectionEnabled policy fails to turn on the setting.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team ¹ Copilot is currently available in preview in select global markets. It is our intention to add additional markets over time.  ² Devices running Home and Pro (non-managed) on Windows 10, version 22H2. ³ [UPDATED] Devices require > 4GB RAM and Display adapter that supports +720p resolution. If we detect that your device may have an issue, such as an application incompatibility, we may put a safeguard hold in place and not offer Copilot in Windows (in preview) until that issue is resolved. ⁴ Device may need to reboot to enable new features. ⁵ Note the toggle won't be enabled for managed devices (those that are managed by Windows Update for Business or WSUS). ⁶ Screenshot of Copilot on Windows 10 above is simulated, subject to change. Feature availability and rollout timing varies by market and device.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/11/16/previewing-changes-in-windows-to-comply-with-the-digital-markets-act-in-the-european-economic-area/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 18:00:05 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176684 [UPDATE 2/29/24]

As the March 2024 deadline for compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) approaches, we wanted to provide an update on our plan to roll out updates to Windows for our customers in the European Economic Area (EEA

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]]> [UPDATE 2/29/24] As the March 2024 deadline for compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) approaches, we wanted to provide an update on our plan to roll out updates to Windows for our customers in the European Economic Area (EEA). DMA changes were first released in the Windows Insider Program Dev channel starting in August 2023 and then in the Release Preview channel in November as noted below. With today’s optional non-security releases, Windows 10, version 22H2 Build 19045.4123 and Windows 11, version 23H2 Build 22631.3235, we are starting a controlled rollout to EEA customers. On March 6, customers in the EEA who have turned on the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” feature for Windows Update will get the DMA changes right away. Anyone can opt-in by following these instructions:

• Windows 11: Get Windows updates as soon as they're available for your device - Microsoft Support
• Windows 10: Get Windows updates as soon as they're available for your device - Microsoft Support

Throughout March we will increase the number of PCs in the rollout, while closely monitoring for any quality issues. Our plan is to deliver and enable our DMA changes for all PCs in the EEA by early April. After the update is applied, a restart is required to fully enable the changes. These updates do not include Copilot in Windows (in preview) in the EEA. Copilot in Windows (in preview) is currently available in select global markets and will be rolled out to additional markets, including the EEA, over time. [ORIGINAL BLOG POST PUBLISHED ON 11/16/23 AND UPDATED ON 12/7/23 BELOW] Hello Windows Insiders, Microsoft is working to ensure compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in the European Economic Area (EEA). We have released the November 2023 non-security preview update for Windows 11, version 23H2 to the Release Preview Channel (Build 22631.2787) that previews many of the changes we’ve made to Windows 11 to meet these obligations. [UPDATE 12/7] We have also enabled the November 2023 non-security preview update for Windows 10, version 22H2 Build 19045.3758 with many of the changes we've made to Windows 10 to meet these obligations. These changes will gradually be rolling out to devices in Release Preview over the next couple weeks. We will be previewing changes for Windows 10 in the Release Preview Channel at a later date. We’ll be updating Windows 10, version 22H2 and Windows 11, version 23H2 PCs in the EEA to be compliant by March 6^th, 2024.

Windows operating system and apps

Customers using Windows have always used a combination of operating system functionality as well as apps, but now Windows will clearly identify operating system functionality in places like Settings, Start, and Search:

• Settings > System > System Components will show notable operating system components.
• Start menu’s All Apps list has been renamed to All and operating system components are labeled with “system”.
• Under Search, search results will show operating system components labeled with “system”.

[caption id="attachment_176693" align="alignnone" width="510"] System labeling under Start menu’s All list.[/caption] All apps in Windows can be uninstalled. Of course, apps can always be installed again from the Microsoft Store and internet. Settings > Apps > Installed apps continue to show all the apps installed on the PC and we’ve added the ability to uninstall:

• Camera
• Cortana
• Web Search from Microsoft Bing, in the EEA
• Microsoft Edge, in the EEA
• Photos

Interoperability with Windows features

Windows is an open platform and has a robust API surface that developers use to create millions of Windows apps. Many existing features in Windows were built specifically to enable richer app functionality, such as toast notifications (Toast notifications - Windows apps | Microsoft Learn) and widgets (Windows Widgets - Windows apps | Microsoft Learn). More interoperability points in Windows are now available. Continuing with the model used for cloud files (Build a Cloud Sync Engine that Supports Placeholder Files - Win32 apps | Microsoft Learn), these new interoperability points also use an app-based model. This benefits the app, the app developer, and the customer. Apps can bring their unique differentiation to more customers by being hosted directly in Windows features, and customers can choose to use their preferred experience for common tasks in Windows, like searching the internet. In the EEA, two new interoperability points are available:

• Feeds in the Windows Widgets Board: Feed providers - Windows apps | Microsoft Learn.
• Web search in Windows Search: Windows Search providers - Windows apps | Microsoft Learn.

[caption id="attachment_176694" align="alignnone" width="510"] Example of new interoperability point for web search.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_176695" align="alignnone" width="510"] Example of new interoperability point for widgets.[/caption]

Microsoft account data

In the EEA, Windows will ask users if they want to sync their Microsoft account with Windows so that Windows data is available on their other Windows devices and in Microsoft products that users sign into. The information saved to a user’s Microsoft account from other Microsoft products will also be available in Windows. Among other things, this enables a user to restore settings, apps, and passwords from another pc. It will also sync pinned apps and preferences across devices and quickly find files and apps.

Default apps

Windows will continue to prompt customers when they are opening content that a newly installed app registers for so they can easily change their default. Customers can continue to easily configure app defaults in Settings > Apps > Default apps. Apps can prompt customers to change app defaults by opening Windows Settings to the app’s defaults page, as noted in A principled approach to app pinning and app defaults in Windows | Windows Experience Blog. Developers can use the  instructions here for their apps: Launch the Default Apps settings page - UWP applications | Microsoft Learn . In the EEA, Windows will always use customers’ configured app default settings for link and file types, including industry standard browser link types (http, https). Apps choose how to open content on Windows, and some Microsoft apps will choose to open web content in Microsoft Edge.

European Economic Area PCs

As noted above, some functionality is only available in the EEA. Windows uses the region chosen by the customer during device setup to identify if the PC is in the EEA. Once chosen in device setup, the region used for DMA compliance can only be changed by resetting the PC. The update that we’re previewing in Release Preview today for Windows 11, version 23H2 does not include Copilot in Windows (in preview) in the EEA. Copilot in Windows continues to be rolled out gradually to Windows Insiders in select global markets. The initial markets for the Copilot in Windows (in preview) include North America, United Kingdom and parts of Asia and South America. It is our intention to add additional markets over time including the EEA. We look forward to continuing to work with the European Commission to finalize our compliance obligations. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team EDITOR'S NOTE: We updated this blog post to reflect the availability of the November 2023 non-security preview update for Windows 11, version 23H2 to the Release Preview Channel.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/10/26/releasing-windows-11-build-22631-2506-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 26 Oct 2023 21:35:46 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176662 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22631.2506 (KB5031455) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Releasing Windows 11 Build 22631.2506 to the Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

]]> Windows 11 Builds 22631.2506 (KB5031455) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 23H2.   (Note: This optional update is currently also rolling out to all customers on Windows 11, version 22H2 including those in Release Preview. Please see this KB article here.) This update includes the following improvements documented here in this KB article plus these additional changes for Windows 11, version 23H2:

• Under All apps in the Start menu, Windows 11 system components will now show a “system” label.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/10/17/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-3633-to-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 17 Oct 2023 22:16:01 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176636 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3633 (KB5031445) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

This update includes the following improvements:

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3633 (KB5031445) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following improvements:
• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Syria. To learn more, see Interim guidance for Syria DST changes 2022.
• This update addresses a memory leak in ctfmon.exe.
• This update addresses a memory leak in TextInputHost.exe.
• This update addresses an issue that affects touchscreens. They do not work properly when you use more than one display.
• This update addresses an error that occurs when you print using v4 print drivers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Outlook. It stops responding. This occurs when you print to an Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) printer that has a slow response time.
• This update addresses an issue that affects connectivity. It is lost. This occurs when you add a second network interface card (NIC) that has no default gateway.
• This update makes Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). Its “allow” policies might block some binaries from running.
• This update addresses an issue that affects robocopy. The /efsraw switch stops it from copying data properly.
Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/10/12/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-2500-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:11:26 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176629 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 22621.2500 (KB5031455) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  

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]]> Windows 11 Builds 22621.2500 (KB5031455) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following features and improvements:
• [ADDED 10/23] New! We are beginning to roll out digital handwriting (inking) in some edit boxes for Windows Ink. Also, the recognition technology is more accurate. There are gestures to delete, select, join, and split words. You can also gesture to insert a new line.
  • Note These improvements support English (U.S.) only. Broader language support is coming soon. To manage this feature, go to Settings > Bluetooth and devices > Pen and Windows Ink.
[caption id="attachment_176350" align="alignnone" width="645"] Use your pen to handwrite anywhere you can type in Windows such as the search box in Settings.[/caption]
• [ADDED 10/23] New! System Components currently listed in Settings > Apps > Installed Apps page, have moved to its own page under Settings > System > System Components.
• New! This update affects the search highlight gleam in the search box. When you select the gleam, a Bing.com page will appear for the daily search highlight. This is available to a small audience initially and deploys more broadly in the months that follow.
• This update changes the English name of the former Republic of Turkey. The new, official name is the Republic of Türkiye.
• This update supports the currency change in Croatia from the Kuna to the Euro.
• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Syria. To learn more, see Interim guidance for Syria DST changes 2022.
• This update addresses an issue that affects fontdrvhost.exe. It stops responding when you use Compact Font Format version 2 (CFF2) fonts.
• This update addresses a memory leak in ctfmon.exe.
• This update addresses a memory leak in TextInputHost.exe.
• This update addresses an issue that affects touchscreens. They do not work properly when you use more than one display.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Dynamic Lighting. The default provider is not applied as expected. This occurs when you set it up using Unattend files.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Microsoft Store. It stops responding when you access it from Windows Mixed Reality.
• This update addresses an issue that affects cellular settings. The name of the mobile operator is wrong.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Firewall Profile. When you are on a domain authenticated network, it detects a public domain. This is wrong.
• This update addresses an issue that occurs when you use Universal Print to add a printer using its location. When you browse the tree view structure, the tree nodes do not work as you expect.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Outlook. It stops responding. This occurs when you print to an Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) printer that has a slow response time.
• This update addresses an error that occurs when you print using v4 print drivers.
• This update makes Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
• This update addresses an issue that blocks external connections. This occurs when you set up a Kubernetes load balanced service and turn on session affinity.
• This update addresses a Firewall configuration service provider (CSP) issue. It stops a device from syncing.
• This update addresses an issue that affects devices on which you have defined Windows Information Protection (WIP) policies and set up a proxy. A stop error occurs. This happens on devices that use Microsoft Defender Application Guard. In the past, WIP was known as enterprise data protection (EDP).
• This update addresses an issue that occurs after you run a Push-button reset. You cannot set up Windows Hello facial recognition. This affects devices that have Windows Enhanced Sign-in Security (ESS) turned on.
• This update addresses an issue that affects PowerShell versions greater than 7.3.1. It might block scripts and not let them run in Constrained Language Mode. This occurs when you turn on a WDAC policy.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Automatically Hide the Taskbar setting. You cannot set it using the SHAppBarMessage() API.
• This update improves the performance of the search box experience.
• This update addresses an issue that affects robocopy. The /efsraw switch stops it from copying data properly.
Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/09/26/releasing-windows-11-version-23h2-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 26 Sep 2023 17:33:43 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176596 Hello Windows Insiders!

Today we are making Windows 11, version 23H2 Build 22631 (Windows 11 2023 Update) available in the Release Preview Channel for Windows Insider Program for Business<

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]]> Windows Insider Program for Business participants to validate on devices in their organizations. This update is delivered as an enablement package as we shared back in July and will be released in the fourth quarter of 2023. This new update will have the same servicing branch and code base as Windows 11, version 22H2 and will be cumulative with all the newly announced features including Copilot in Windows (in preview)** plus additional changes such as:
• Chat is now Microsoft Teams (free). Microsoft Teams (free) is pinned by default to the taskbar and can be unpinned like other apps on the taskbar. Windows Insiders who click to launch Microsoft Teams (free) will discover a mini communications experience making it possible to chat, call, and meet with their people within just a click or two. Not only does its compact size make it easy to place the window anywhere on desktop, but you can passively keep tabs on your conversations with the ability to have it visible as you browse the web or connect with your communities. With Microsoft Teams (free) we’re also introducing these new experiences:
  • Users will also be able to access the new Phone Link integration with Microsoft Teams (free). They can link their Android phone to send, receive SMS messages and share meeting links using their regular phone number.
  • A new People experience finds you relevant people easily on Teams and makes it possible to access and connect with contacts synced by users.
  • And a new Play Together widget in Windows 11 Game Bar powered by Microsoft Teams (free) lets you see your friends’ videos overlaid directly on top of your game. Friends can join from any device for free to connect, chat, and more while playing Starfield along with many of your favorite games on this new widget. Hit WIN + G to start playing.
[caption id="attachment_176439" align="alignnone" width="405"] New mini communications experience in Microsoft Teams (free).[/caption] Commercial* customers can get the Windows 11, version 23H2 feature update through Windows Update for Business (WUfB), Windows Server Update Service (WSUS), and/or via Azure Marketplace. You can learn more about deploying pre-release feature updates using these deployment methods here. Should any issues arise, IT admins in organizations deploying Release Preview payloads can request free Microsoft Support. This support offer is intended to help resolve issues with commercial-specific scenarios and is limited to commercial customers. UPDATE: ISOs are now available for Windows 11, version 23H2 Build 22631 via the Windows Insider ISO download page. We are also making Windows 11, version 23H2 available to any Windows Insider in the Release Preview Channel via our “seeker” experience in Windows Update. This means Insiders currently in the Release Preview Channel that meet the Windows 11 hardware requirements can go to Settings and Windows Update and choose to download and install Windows 11, version 23H2 Build 22631 if they want. Once an Insider updates their PC to Windows 11, version 23H2, they will continue to automatically receive new servicing updates through Windows Update (the typical monthly update process). For instructions on how to join the Windows Insider Program and join your PC to the Release Preview Channel, click here. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team *We consider a device a commercial device if it is not running the Windows 11 Home edition AND is being managed by an IT administrator (whether via Microsoft Endpoint Manager or other management solution) or has a volume license key or commercial ID or is joined to a domain. ** Copilot in Windows will start to release in preview to select global markets as part of our latest update to Windows 11. The initial markets for the Copilot in Windows preview include North America and parts of Asia and South America. It is our intention to add additional markets over time.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/09/22/rolling-out-new-features-for-windows-11-22h2-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Fri, 22 Sep 2023 17:11:24 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176585 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.2361 (KB5030310) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2. We’re also beginning

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.2361 (KB5030310) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2. We’re also beginning to roll out some of the new features announced yesterday by Yusuf, including Copilot in Windows (in preview)*, Modernized File Explorer, new text authoring experiences to voice access and new natural voices in Narrator, and Windows Backup. A more complete list of features will be shared next week on Sept. 26^th. [caption id="attachment_176587" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Turn on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available to get new features rolled out to you.[/caption] If you have the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available turned ON via Settings > Windows Update BEFORE installing Build 22621.2361, you will also get Windows Configuration Update (KB5030509) installed at the same time you install Build 22621.2361 in a single reboot. Note only the update for Build 22621.2361 will show during install on the Windows Update settings page. But after reboot, the Windows Configuration Update will be shown in your Update History. This Windows Configuration Update is how we’re enabling new features via Controlled Feature Rollout (CFR) technology. Should you install Build 22621.2361 without turning on the toggle to get the latest updates as they are available before, you can simply turn it on, and Windows Configuration Update (KB5030509) will be downloaded on your PC where you will be asked to reboot. Should you install build 22621.2361 and keep the toggle off, the new features will be gradually rolled out to your device over time. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team *Copilot in Windows (in preview) will start to release to a select set of global markets. It is our intention to continue to broaden availability over time.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/09/14/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-2359-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 14 Sep 2023 21:00:23 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176550 Edit: This update addresses an issue that affects iCloud Calendar and Contacts. Outlooks fails to properly sync them when you use the iCloud for Windows app. To resume syncing, follow the steps in this Apple Support Releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.2359 to the Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
]]> Edit: This update addresses an issue that affects iCloud Calendar and Contacts. Outlooks fails to properly sync them when you use the iCloud for Windows app. To resume syncing, follow the steps in this Apple Support article. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.2359 (KB5030310) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following features and improvements:
• New! This update completes the work to comply with the GB18030-2022 requirements. It removes and remaps characters for Microsoft Wubi input and Microsoft Pinyin U-mode input. You can no longer enter character codepoints that are not supported. All the required codepoints are up to date.
• New! This update introduces websites to the Recommended section of the Start menu. These websites will be personalized for you and come from your browsing history. This gives you quick access to the websites that are important to you. You can remove any website URL from the Recommended section using the shortcut menu. To turn off the feature, go to Settings > Personalization > Start. You can adjust settings for all recommended content on the Start menu on this Settings page. Commercial customers can manage this feature using a policy.
• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Greenland.
• This update changes the spelling of Ukraine's capital from Kiev to Kyiv.
• This update addresses an issue that affects account lockout event 4625. The format of the event is wrong in the ForwardedEvents log. This occurs when an account name is in the user principal name (UPN) format.
• This update affects the Key Distribution Center (KDC) and user security identifiers (SID). KDC now reads the user SID from the Subject Alternative Name (SAN) of a certificate. Because of this, mobile device management (MDM) providers can use offline templates to fill in the user SID. To learn more, see KB5014754.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Excel. It stops responding when you try to share a file as a PDF in Microsoft Outlook.
• This update addresses an issue that is related to changes in the forwarding of events.
• This update addresses an issue that affects events that have a TAB character. The events do not render, or you cannot forward them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects XPath queries on FileHash and other binary fields. It stops them from matching values in event records.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an Application Virtualization (App-V) environment. Copy operations within it stop working. This occurs after you install the April 2023 update.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Print to PDF. It uses the metadata for the name you sign in with as the author of a printed PDF. It should use the display name instead.
• This update addresses an issue that affects some USB printers. Microsoft Defender stops them from printing.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). AppID Tagging policies might greatly increase how long it takes your device to start up.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Korean touch keyboard It completes the first character in the search box on the taskbar. This is not expected.
• This update addresses an issue that affects IMEPad. It stops working. This occurs when you enter end-user-defined characters (EUDC).
• This update addresses an issue that affects sleep mode. After you resume from sleep, a blank window appears that has the title "Windows Input Experience.”
• This update addresses an issue that affects Remote Apps. The display of some elements is not aligned correctly.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the search box tooltip. It does not appear in the correct position.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the search button. It disappears when you interact with the search flyout box.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Microsoft Distributed Transaction Coordinator (DTC). It has a handle leak. Because of this, the system runs out of memory.
• This update addresses an issue that might make Windows stop responding. This might occur if you use Microsoft OneDrive files that are compressed by NTFS.
• This update addresses an issue that might cause a user-mode memory leak. It might occur when you call CopyFile() or MoveFile().
• This update addresses an issue that affects application compatibility. It is related to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• This update addresses an issue that affects external binding. It fails. This occurs after you install Windows updates dated May 2023 or later. Because of this, there are issues that affect LDAP queries and authentication.
Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/09/14/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-2479-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 14 Sep 2023 17:17:50 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176554 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.2479 (KB5030301) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).  

This update i

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.2479 (KB5030301) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:
• New! This update completes the work to comply with the GB18030-2022 requirements. It removes and remaps characters for Microsoft Wubi input and Microsoft Pinyin U-mode input. You can no longer enter character codepoints that are not supported. All the required codepoints are up to date.
• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Greenland.
• This update changes the spelling of Ukraine's capital from Kiev to Kyiv.
• This update addresses an issue that affects account lockout event 4625. The format of the event is wrong in the ForwardedEvents log. This occurs when an account name is in the user principal name (UPN) format.
• This update affects the Key Distribution Center (KDC) and user security identifiers (SID). KDC now reads the user SID from the Subject Alternative Name (SAN) of a certificate. Because of this, mobile device management (MDM) providers can use offline templates to fill in the user SID. To learn more, see KB5014754.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Excel. It stops responding when you try to share a file as a PDF in Microsoft Outlook.
• This update addresses an issue that is related to changes in the forwarding of events.
• This update addresses an issue that affects XPath queries on FileHash and other binary fields. It stops them from matching values in event records.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an Application Virtualization (App-V) environment. Copy operations within it stop working. This occurs after you install the April 2023 update.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Simple Certificate Enrollment Protocol (SCEP) certificate. The system reports some SCEP certificate installations as failed. Instead, the system should report them as pending.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Print to PDF. It uses the metadata for the name you sign in with as the author of a printed PDF. It should use the display name instead.
• This update addresses an issue that affects some USB printers. Microsoft Defender stops them from printing.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). AppID Tagging policies might greatly increase how long it takes your device to start up.
• This update addresses an issue that affects IMEPad. It stops working. This occurs when you enter end-user-defined characters (EUDC).
• This update addresses an issue that affects application compatibility. It is related to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Remote Apps. The display of some elements is not aligned correctly.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Microsoft Distributed Transaction Coordinator (DTC). It has a handle leak. Because of this, the system runs out of memory.
• This update addresses an issue that might make Windows stop responding. This might occur if you use Microsoft OneDrive files that are compressed by NTFS.
• This update addresses an issue that might cause a user-mode memory leak. It might occur when you call CopyFile() or MoveFile().
• This update addresses an issue that affects external binding. It fails. This occurs after you install Windows updates dated May 2023 or later. Because of this, there are issues that affect LDAP queries and authentication.
Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/09/13/releasing-windows-10-19045-3513/ Wed, 13 Sep 2023 22:38:33 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176556 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3513 (KB5030300) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3513 (KB5030300) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following improvements:
• New! This update completes the work to comply with the GB18030-2022 requirements. It removes and remaps characters for Microsoft Wubi input and Microsoft Pinyin U-mode input. You can no longer enter character codepoints that are not supported. All the required codepoints are up to date.
• New! This update brings back an improved search box experience on the taskbar. If you have a top, bottom, regular, or small icons taskbar, you will see the search box appear. You can use it to easily access apps, files, settings, and more from Windows and the web. You will also have access to the latest search updates, such as search highlights. If you want to restore your previous search experience, you can do that easily. Use the taskbar shortcut menu or respond to a dialog that appears when you use search. 
• New! This update adds animations to a few icons on the news and interests taskbar button. These animations occur when:
  • A new announcement appears on the news and interests taskbar button.
  • You hover over or click the icon while the announcement is on the taskbar.
• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Greenland.
• This update changes the spelling of Ukraine's capital from Kiev to Kyiv.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Excel. It stops responding when you try to share a file as a PDF in Microsoft Outlook.
• This update addresses an issue that is related to changes in the forwarding of events.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an Application Virtualization (App-V) environment. Copy operations within it stop working. This occurs after you install the April 2023 update.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Simple Certificate Enrollment Protocol (SCEP) certificate. The system reports some SCEP certificate installations as failed. Instead, the system should report them as pending.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Print to PDF. It uses the metadata for the name you sign in with as the author of a printed PDF. It should use the display name instead.
• This update addresses an issue that affects some USB printers. Microsoft Defender stops them from printing.
• This update addresses an issue that affects device health. Some devices cannot attest to their security health.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). AppID Tagging policies might greatly increase how long it takes your device to start up.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the touch keyboard. Sometimes it does not open.
• This update addresses an issue that affects IMEPad. It stops working. This occurs when you enter end-user-defined characters (EUDC).
• This update addresses an issue that affects application compatibility. It is related to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Remote Apps. The display of some elements is not aligned correctly.
• This update addresses an issue that affects toast notifications. They might not appear when you use UI Automation tools to read them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Microsoft Distributed Transaction Coordinator (DTC). It has a handle leak. Because of this, the system runs out of memory.
• This update addresses an issue that might cause a user-mode memory leak. It might occur when you call CopyFile() or MoveFile().
• This update addresses an issue that might make Windows stop responding. This might occur if you use Microsoft OneDrive files that are compressed by NTFS.
• This update addresses an issue that affects external binding. It fails. This occurs after you install Windows updates dated May 2023 or later. Because of this, there are issues that affect LDAP queries and authentication.
Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/08/28/introducing-bing-chat-enterprise-in-the-windows-copilot-preview/ Mon, 28 Aug 2023 16:20:08 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176502 Bing Chat Enterprise gives your organization AI-powered chat with commercial data protection. In July, we made Introducing Bing Chat Enterprise in the Windows Copilot Preview appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
]]> Bing Chat Enterprise available in preview on Bing.com and the Edge sidebar. Starting today, we are beginning to roll out Bing Chat Enterprise in the Windows Copilot Preview for eligible commercial customers (learn more about Bing Chat Enterprise licensing) in the Dev Channel. Some eligible commercial customers in the Beta Channel may also see it as well. Enterprises who have Bing Chat Enterprise enabled on Bing.com will not need to perform any extra steps to enable it in the Windows Copilot Preview. [caption id="attachment_176508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Windows Copilot Preview with Bing Chat Enterprise.[/caption] For your employees, the experience will be very similar to the existing experience with Bing Chat – the branding changes to reflect Bing Chat Enterprise, and there is a reminder with each prompt that personal and corporate data is protected. For IT Pros and those responsible for data protection and compliance the changes are “under the hood.” Bing Chat Enterprise enables your organization to use Windows Copilot with confidence that your data is protected—chat data is not saved, Microsoft has no ‘eyes on’ access, and your data is not used to train the underlying models.  You can learn more about how Bing Chat Enterprise protects your privacy and data here. Bing Chat Enterprise is grounded in web data and provides complete, verifiable answers with citations, along with visual answers that include graphs and charts, and is designed in line with our AI principles. If you’re an IT admin and you want to manage Bing Chat Enterprise on Bing, Edge side bar or Windows Copilot for your organization, you can review the documentation to manage Bing Chat Enterprise. The Windows Copilot Preview is currently available to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel and is currently rolling out to Insiders in the Beta Channel. REMINDER: Just click the “…” icon at the top right of the side bar in Windows Copilot to submit feedback on any issues you run into. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/08/10/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-3391-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 10 Aug 2023 17:57:04 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176469 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3391 (KB5029331) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3391 (KB5029331) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following improvements:
• [ADDED 8/14] New! This update adds the Windows Backup app to your device.
• New! This update improves how Windows detects your location. This helps to give you better weather, news, and traffic information.
• New! This update expands the roll out of notification badging for Microsoft accounts on the Start menu. A Microsoft account is what connects Windows to your Microsoft apps. The account backs up all your data and helps you to manage your subscriptions. You can also add extra security steps to keep you from being locked out of your account. This feature gives you quick access to important account-related notifications.
• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Israel.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Group Policy Service. It will not wait for 30 seconds, which is the default wait time, for the network to be available. Because of this, policies are not correctly processed.
• This update adds a new API for D3D12 Independent Devices. You can use it to create multiple D3D12 devices on the same adapter. To learn more, see D3D12 Independent Devices.
• This update addresses an issue that affects an app that simulates keyboard input. That app might not send Japanese characters to other apps.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a WS_EX_LAYERED window. The window might render with the wrong dimensions or at the wrong position. This occurs when you scale the display screen.
• This update addresses an issue that affects print jobs that are sent to a virtual print queue. They fail without an error.
• This update addresses an issue that affects disk partitions. The system might stop working. This occurs after you delete a disk partition and add the space from the deleted partition to an existing BitLocker partition.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Remote Desktop (RD) sessions. They disconnect when multiple apps are in use.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the display of the search box.
• This update addresses an issue that affects settings. They do not sync even if you turn on the toggle on the Windows backup page in the Settings app.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Resultant Set of Policy (RSOP). The Windows LAPS "BackupDirectory" policy setting was not being reported. This occurs when the setting is set to 1, which is “Back up to AAD.”
• [ADDED 8/16] The update addresses an issue that affects those who use Windows Update for Business. After you are asked to change your password at sign in, the change operation fails. Then you cannot sign in. The error code is 0xc000006d.
Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/08/10/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-2359-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 10 Aug 2023 17:33:37 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176466 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.2359 (KB5029332) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.2359 (KB5029332) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:
• New! This update improves how Windows detects your location. This helps to give you better weather, news, and traffic information.
• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Israel.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Group Policy Service. It will not wait for 30 seconds, which is the default wait time, for the network to be available. Because of this, policies are not correctly processed.
• This update adds a new API for D3D12 Independent Devices. You can use it to create multiple D3D12 devices on the same adapter. To learn more, see D3D12 Independent Devices.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a WS_EX_LAYERED window. The window might render with the wrong dimensions or at the wrong position. This occurs when you scale the display screen.
• This update addresses an issue that affects print jobs that are sent to a virtual print queue. They fail without an error.
• This update addresses an issue that causes high CPU use. This occurs when you enable the “fBlockNonDomain policy.”
• This update addresses an issue that affects disk partitions. The system might stop working. This occurs after you delete a disk partition and add the space from the deleted partition to an existing BitLocker partition.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Resultant Set of Policy (RSOP). The Windows LAPS "BackupDirectory" policy setting was not being reported. This occurs when the setting is set to 1, which is “Back up to AAD.”
• [ADDED 8/16] The update addresses an issue that affects those who use Windows Update for Business. After you are asked to change your password at sign in, the change operation fails. Then you cannot sign in. The error code is 0xc000006d.
Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/08/10/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-2213-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 10 Aug 2023 17:30:22 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176462 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.2213 (KB5029351) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.2213 (KB5029351) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following features and improvements:
• New! This update adds new functionality that affects app defaults. To learn more, see A principled approach to app pinning and app defaults in Windows.
• New! This update adds a new hover behavior to the search box gleam. When you hover over it, the search flyout box appears. You can adjust this behavior by right clicking the taskbar. Then choose Taskbar settings to change your search box experience.
• New! This release adds a new policy called “Enable optional updates.” Administrators can use it to configure the monthly, optional cumulative updates for commercial devices. You can also use this policy for the gradual Controlled Feature Rollouts (CFR).
• This update supports daylight saving time (DST) changes in Israel.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Group Policy Service. It will not wait for 30 seconds, which is the default wait time, for the network to be available. Because of this, policies are not correctly processed.
• This update adds a new API for D3D12 Independent Devices. You can use it to create multiple D3D12 devices on the same adapter. To learn more, see D3D12 Independent Devices.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a WS_EX_LAYERED window. The window might render with the wrong dimensions or at the wrong position. This occurs when you scale the display screen.
• This update addresses an issue that affects print jobs that are sent to a virtual print queue. They fail without an error.
• This update addresses an issue that causes high CPU use. This occurs when you enable the “fBlockNonDomain” policy.
• This update addresses an issue that affects disk partitions. The system might stop working. This occurs after you delete a disk partition and add the space from the deleted partition to an existing BitLocker partition.
• This update addresses an issue that causes Windows to fail. This occurs when you use BitLocker on a storage medium that has a large sector size.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Remote Desktop sessions. Sometimes you receive a wrong error message when you try to sign in to a session.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the search icon. When you select it, the Search app does not open. This occurs after a machine has been asleep.
• This update improves the reliability of the Search app.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the TAB key. Using it to browse search results requires additional actions.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Narrator. It does not give distinct context between the search box on the taskbar and search highlights within the search box.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Start menu icons. They are missing after you sign in for the first time.
• This update addresses an issue that affects settings. They do not sync even if you turn on the toggle on the Windows backup page in the Settings app.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Resultant Set of Policy (RSOP). The Windows LAPS "BackupDirectory" policy setting was not being reported. This occurs when the setting is set to 1, which is “Back up to AAD.”
• [ADDED 8/16] The update addresses an issue that affects those who use Windows Update for Business. After you are asked to change your password at sign in, the change operation fails. Then you cannot sign in. The error code is 0xc000006d.
Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/07/13/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-2066-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:43:07 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176393 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.2066 (KB5028254) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.2066 (KB5028254) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following features and improvements:
• New! This update affects the Handwriting Software Input Panel (SIP), the Handwriting Engine, and the Handwriting Embedded Inking Control. They now support GB18030-2022 conformance level 2. Because of this, they meet the level 3 requirements.
• This update addresses an issue in the Windows Notification Platform. The issue affects how much power your device uses.
• This update affects the Windows Push Notification Services (WNS). It makes the connection between the client and the WNS server more reliable.
• This update addresses an issue that affects hybrid joined devices. You cannot sign in to them if they are not connected to the internet. This occurs when you use a Windows Hello for Business PIN or biometric credentials. This issue applies to a cloud trust deployment.
• This update affects Windows Autopilot profiles. The process to download the Windows Autopilot policy is more resilient. This helps when a network connection might not be fully initialized. This update increases the retry attempts when you try to download the Windows Autopilot profile.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Event Forwarding Subscriptions. When you add an Event Channel to the subscription, it forwards events you do not need.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) repository. This causes an installation error. The issue occurs when a device does not shut down properly.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain CPUs. There is inconsistent reporting of the L2 cache.
• This update makes brightness settings more accurate.
• This update enhances hinting for some of the letters of the Verdana Pro font family.
• This update affects user mode printer drivers. They unload unexpectedly. This occurs when you print from multiple print queues to the same printer driver.
• This update affects text edit controls in XAML. You cannot edit the controls again after they become read only. This occurs when you use the new Microsoft Input Method Editor for Japanese, Chinese, and Korean.
• This update makes Narrator announce the “Change product key” label.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Defender Firewall Profile. It fails to automatically switch from a LAN that is trusted to a public network.
• This update makes Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a printing job. An unexpected Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) mode switch can cause the print job to abruptly stop. This occurs when there is an independent hardware vendor (IHV) driver.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain wireless wide area network (WWAN) devices. After every restart, a dialog reappears. It asks you to switch to embedded SIM (eSIM) even when you choose No.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain display and audio devices. They are missing after your system resumes from sleep.
• This update addresses a deadlock in Internet Protocol Security (IPsec). When you configure servers with IPsec rules, they stop responding. This issue affects virtual and physical servers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the MPSSV service. The issues causes your system to restart repeatedly. The stop error code is 0xEF.
• This update affects the Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist, DriverSiPolicy.p7b. It adds drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). The issue copies unsigned WDAC policies to the Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI) disk partition. This partition is reserved for signed policies.
• This update addresses an issue that affects WDAC. The “Disabled: Script Enforcement” option might create audit events you do not need.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Widgets. They unpin from the taskbar when you do not expect it.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the fastfat file system driver. It stops responding because of a race condition.
• This update addresses an issue that affects I/O over Server Message Block (SMB). It might fail when you use the LZ77+Huffman compression algorithm.
Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/07/13/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-2243-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:39:57 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176395 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.2243 (KB5028245) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.2243 (KB5028245) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:
• New! This update affects the Handwriting Software Input Panel (SIP), the Handwriting Engine, and the Handwriting Embedded Inking Control. They now support GB18030-2022 conformance level 2. Because of this, they meet the level 3 requirements.
• [ADDED] This update addresses an issue that might affect Win32 and Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps. They might close when devices enter Modern Standby. Modern Standby is an expansion of the Connected Standby power model. This issue occurs if certain Bluetooth Phone Link features are turned on.
• This update affects the Windows Push Notification Services (WNS). It makes the connection between the client and the WNS server more reliable.
• This update addresses an issue that affects UI Automation and caching mode.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Notification Platform. It fails to send notifications from applications to you.
• This update addresses an issue that affects hybrid joined devices. You cannot sign in to them if they are not connected to the internet. This occurs when you use a Windows Hello for Business PIN or biometric credentials. This issue applies to a cloud trust deployment.
• This update affects Windows Autopilot profiles. The process to download the Windows Autopilot policy is more resilient. This helps when a network connection might not be fully initialized. This update increases the retry attempts when you try to download the Windows Autopilot profile.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) repository. This causes an installation error. The issue occurs when a device does not shut down properly.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain CPUs. There is inconsistent reporting of the L2 cache.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Event Forwarding Subscriptions. When you add an Event Channel to the subscription, it forwards events you do not need.
• This update enhances hinting for some of the letters of the Verdana Pro font family.
• This update affects user mode printer drivers. They unload unexpectedly. This occurs when you print from multiple print queues to the same printer driver.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect your computer when you are playing a game. Timeout Detection and Recovery (TDR) errors might occur.
• This update affects text edit controls in XAML. You cannot edit the controls again after they become read only. This occurs when you use the new Microsoft Input Method Editor for Japanese, Chinese, and Korean.
• This update makes Narrator announce the “Change product key” label.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Defender Firewall Profile. It fails to automatically switch from a LAN that is trusted to a public network.
• This update addresses an issue that affects some virtual private networks (VPN). The VPN connection is unreliable on some routers.
• This update makes Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain display and audio devices. They are missing after your system resumes from sleep.
• This update addresses a deadlock in Internet Protocol Security (IPsec). When you configure servers with IPsec rules, they stop responding. This issue affects virtual and physical servers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the MPSSV service. The issues causes your system to restart repeatedly. The stop error code is 0xEF.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a Clustered Shared Volume (CSV). The CSV fails to come online. This occurs if you enable BitLocker and local CSV managed protectors, and the system recently rotated the BitLocker keys.
• This update addresses an issue that causes Windows to fail. This occurs when you use BitLocker on a storage medium that has a large sector size.
• This update affects the Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist, DriverSiPolicy.p7b. It adds drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the fastfat file system driver. It stops responding because of a race condition.
• This update addresses an issue that affects refsutil.exe. Options, like salvage and leak, do not work properly on Resilient File System (ReFS) volumes.
• This update addresses an issue that affects I/O over Server Message Block (SMB). It might fail when you use the LZ77+Huffman compression algorithm.
Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/07/13/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-3269-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 13 Jul 2023 17:34:12 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176397 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3269 (KB5028244) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3269 (KB5028244) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following improvements:
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Notification Platform. It fails to send notifications from applications to you.
• This update addresses an issue that affects hybrid joined devices. You cannot sign in to them if they are not connected to the internet. This occurs when you use a Windows Hello for Business PIN or biometric credentials. This issue applies to a cloud trust deployment.
• This update affects Windows Autopilot profiles. The process to download the Windows Autopilot policy is more resilient. This helps when a network connection might not be fully initialized. This update increases the retry attempts when you try to download the Windows Autopilot profile.  
• This update addresses an issue that might affect Win32 and Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps. They might close when devices enter Modern Standby. Modern Standby is an expansion of the Connected Standby power model. This issue occurs if certain Bluetooth Phone Link features are turned on.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Event Forwarding Subscriptions. When you add an Event Channel to the subscription, it forwards events you do not need.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) repository. This causes an installation error. The issue occurs when a device does not shut down properly.
• This update affects user mode printer drivers. They unload unexpectedly. This occurs when you print from multiple print queues to the same printer driver.
• This update enhances hinting for some of the letters of the Verdana Pro font family.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect your computer when you are playing a game. Timeout Detection and Recovery (TDR) errors might occur.
• This update affects text edit controls in XAML. You cannot edit the controls again after they become read only. This occurs when you use the new Microsoft Input Method Editor for Japanese, Chinese, and Korean.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a printing job. An unexpected Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) mode switch can cause the print job to abruptly stop. This occurs when there is an independent hardware vendor (IHV) driver.
• This update makes Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles up to date.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain display and audio devices. They are missing after your system resumes from sleep.
• This update addresses a deadlock in Internet Protocol Security (IPsec). When you configure servers with IPsec rules, they stop responding. This issue affects virtual and physical servers.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect some VPN clients. They might not establish a connection.
• This update affects the Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist, DriverSiPolicy.p7b. It adds drivers that are at risk for Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks.
• This update addresses an issue that causes Windows to fail. This occurs when you use BitLocker on a storage medium that has a large sector size.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Search app. It opens in full screen, blocks additional Start menu actions, and you cannot close it.
• This update addresses an issue that affects I/O over Server Message Block (SMB). It might fail when you use the LZ77+Huffman compression algorithm.
Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/06/22/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-3154-to-release-preview-channel/ Fri, 23 Jun 2023 00:46:30 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176366 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3154 (KB5027293) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3154 (KB5027293) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following improvements:
• New! This update improves several simplified Chinese fonts and the Microsoft Pinyin Input Method Editor (IME) to support GB18030-2022. You can enter and display characters from conformance level 1 or 2 using the additions to Microsoft Yahei, Simsun, and Dengxian. This update now supports Unicode Extensions E and F in the Simsun Ext-B font. This meets the requirements for level 3.
• New! This update adds many new features and improvements to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. For more information, see Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• New! With this update, you can now authenticate across Microsoft clouds. This feature also satisfies Conditional Access checks if they are needed.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the on-screen keyboard. The issue stops it from opening after you lock the machine.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a scheduled monthly task. It might not run on time if the next occurrence happens when daylight savings time occurs.
• This update addresses an issue that affects all the registry settings under the Policies paths. They might be deleted. This occurs when you do not rename the local temporary user policy file during Group Policy processing.
• This update affects the Desktop Window Manager (DWM). It improves its reliability.
• This update addresses an issue that affects .msi files. A minor update is not installed. This occurs when you use the EnterpriseDesktopAppManagement configuration service provider (CSP) to distribute the .msi file.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Spooler service. It stops working. This issue occurs when you print using a certain workspace.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a tib.sys driver. It does not load. This occurs when HyperVisor-protected Code Integrity (HVCI) is enabled.
• This update addresses an issue that affects NCryptGetProperty(). When you call it with NCRYPT_KEY_TYPE_PROPERTY, the system returns 0x1 instead of 0x20. This occurs when the key is a machine key.
• This update addresses an issue that affects HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\User Shell Folders. You can now set and maintain the correct default permissions for this directory path. When the permissions are wrong, the Start menu, search, and Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) authentication fail.
• This update addresses an issue that affects those who enable the “Smart Card is Required for Interactive Logon” account option. When RC4 is disabled, you cannot authenticate to Remote Desktop Services farms. The error message is, "An authentication error has occurred. The requested encryption type is not supported by the KDC.”
• This update addresses an issue that affects HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\User Shell Folders. You can now set and maintain the correct default permissions for this directory path. When the permissions are wrong, Start menu, search, and Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) authentication fails.
Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/06/20/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-1926-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 20 Jun 2023 18:39:18 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176358 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.1926 (KB5027303) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.1926 (KB5027303) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following features and improvements. As part of this update, we are enabling the new features and enhancements that began gradually rolling out last month.
• New! This update improves several simplified Chinese fonts and the Microsoft Pinyin Input Method Editor (IME) to support GB18030-2022. You can enter and display characters from conformance level 1 or 2 using the additions to Microsoft Yahei, Simsun, and Dengxian. This update now supports Unicode Extensions E and F in the Simsun Ext-B font. This meets the requirements for level 3.
• New! This update expands the roll out of notification badging for Microsoft accounts on the Start menu. A Microsoft account is what connects Windows to your Microsoft apps. The account backs up all your data and helps you to manage your subscriptions. You can also add extra security steps to keep you from being locked out of your account. This feature gives you quick access to important account-related notifications.
• New! This update improves the sharing of a local file in File Explorer with Microsoft Outlook contacts. You now have the option to quickly email the file to yourself. In addition, loading your contacts from Outlook is better. This feature is not available for files stored in Microsoft OneDrive folders. OneDrive has its own sharing functionality.
• New! This update adds many new features and improvements to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. For more information, see Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• New! With this update, you can now authenticate across Microsoft clouds. This feature also satisfies Conditional Access checks if they are needed.
• New! This update adds live captions for the following languages:
  • Chinese (Simplified and Traditional)
  • French (France, Canada)
  • German
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal)
  • Spanish
  • Danish
  • English (Ireland, other English dialects)
  • Korean

To turn on live captions, use the WIN + Ctrl + L keyboard shortcut. You can also use the Quick Settings accessibility flyout menu. When you turn it on for the first time, Windows will ask you to download the required speech recognition support. Speech recognition support might not be available in your preferred language, or you might want support in other languages. You can download speech recognition support from Settings > Time & Language > Language & region. To learn more, see Use live captions to better understand audio.

• New! This update redesigns the in-app voice access command help page. Every command now has a description and examples of its variations. The search bar allows you to quickly find commands. The new categories provide further guidance. You can access the command help page on the voice access bar from Help > View all commands or use the voice access command “what can I say?” Note that the help page might not include all commands. Also, the supplementary information might be inaccurate. We plan to update this in the future. For a list of all Voice Access commands, see Use voice access to control your PC & author text with your voice.
• New! This update adds voice access command support for the following English dialects:
  • English (United Kingdom)
  • English (India)
  • English (New Zealand)
  • English (Canada)
  • English (Australia)

When you turn on voice access for the first time, Windows will ask you to download a speech model. You might not find a speech model that matches your display language. You can still use voice access in English (US). You can always choose a different language from Settings > Language on the voice access bar.

• New! This update adds new text selection and editing voice access commands. Some examples are in the table.

To do this	Say this
Select a range of text in the text box	“Select from [text 1] to [text 2]”, e.g., “Select from have to voice access”
Delete all the text in a text box	“Delete all”
Apply bold, underline, or italic formatting for the selected text or the last dictated text	“Bold that,” “Underline that,” “Italicize that”

• New! This update adds a VPN status icon, a small shield, to the system tray. It displays when you are connected to a recognized VPN profile. The VPN icon will be overlayed in your system’s accent color over the active network connection.
• New! You can now choose to display seconds in the clock on the system tray. To turn this on, go to the Taskbar behaviors section in Settings > Personalization > Taskbar. You can also right-click the taskbar to quickly get to taskbar settings.
• New! This update provides a copy button for you to quickly copy two-factor authentication (2FA) codes. These are in notification toasts you get from apps installed on your PC or from phones linked to your PC. Note that this feature only works for English.
• New! This update adds access key shortcuts to File Explorer’s context menu. An access key is a one keystroke shortcut. You can use it to quickly run a command in a context menu using your keyboard. Each access key corresponds to a letter in the display name of the menu item. To try this out, you can click on a file in File Explorer and press the menu key on your keyboard.
• New! This update adds multi-app kiosk mode, which is a lockdown feature. If you are an administrator, you can specify the apps that can run on a device. Other apps will not run. You can also block certain functionalities. You can configure distinct types of access and apps to run for different users on one device. Multi-app kiosk mode is ideal for scenarios in which multiple people use the same device. Some examples are frontline workers, retail, education, and test taking. Some lockdown customizations include:
  • Limit access to Settings, except certain pages, such as Wi-Fi and screen brightness
  • Show only the apps that are allowed on the Start menu
  • Block certain toasts and pop-up windows

Currently, you can enable multi-app kiosk mode using PowerShell and WMI Bridge. To learn more, see Use MDM Bridge WMI Provider to create a Windows client kiosk and Create the JSON file. Support for Microsoft Intune, mobile device management (MDM), and provisioning package configuration is coming soon.

• New! This update introduces live kernel memory dump (LKD) collection from Task Manager. Using LKD, you can gather data to troubleshoot an issue while the OS continues to work. This reduces downtime when you must investigate an unresponsive program or high-impact failures. To learn more, see Task Manager live memory dump.

To capture an LKD, go to Task Manager > Details. Right-click the System process. Select Create live kernel memory dump file. This captures a Full live kernel or Kernel stack memory dump. The dump will be written to a fixed location: %LocalAppData%\Microsoft\Windows\TaskManager\LiveKernelDumps. You can also go to the Task Manager Settings page to view or edit the settings for live kernel memory dumps.

• New! This update replaces the settings for Show the touch keyboard when there’s no keyboard attached. These are located at Settings > Time & language > Typing > Touch keyboard. A new dropdown menu gives you three options to control whether tapping an edit control should open the touch keyboard. The options are:
  • Never. This suppresses the touch keyboard even when no hardware keyboard is attached.
  • When no keyboard attached. This shows the touch keyboard only when you use the device as a tablet without the hardware keyboard.
  • Always. This shows the touch keyboard even when the hardware keyboard is attached.
• New! This update enables Content Adaptive Brightness Control (CABC) to run on laptops and 2-in-1 devices. This feature dims or brightens areas of a display based on the content. It tries to strike a balance between saving battery life and providing a good visual experience. You can adjust the feature setting from Settings > System > Display > Brightness & color. The drop-down menu gives you three options: Off, Always, and On Battery Only. For battery powered devices, the default is On Battery Only. Because the device manufacturer must enable CABC, the feature might not be on all laptops or 2-in-1 devices.
• New! This update adds a USB4 hubs and devices Settings page. You can find it at Settings > Bluetooth & devices > USB > USB4 Hubs and Devices. This new page provides information about the system’s USB4 capabilities and the attached peripherals on a system that supports USB4. This information helps with troubleshooting when you need manufacturer or system administrator support. Some features include:
  • You can view the tree of the connected USB4 hubs and devices.
  • You can copy details to the clipboard to share them.

If your system does not support USB4 with the Microsoft USB4 Connection Manager, this page will not appear. On systems that support USB4, you will see USB4 Host Router in Device Manager.

• New! This update adds a presence sensor privacy setting in Settings > Privacy & security > Presence sensing. If you have a device that has compatible presence sensors, you can now choose the apps that can access those sensors. You can also choose the apps that do not have access. Microsoft does not collect images or metadata. The device hardware processes your information locally to maximize privacy.
• New! This update improves the performance of search within Settings.
• New! This update changes the default print screen (prt scr) key behavior. Pressing the print screen key opens the Snipping Tool by default. You can turn off this setting from Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard. If you have previously changed this setting, Windows will preserve your preference.
• New! This update introduces a limit of 20 most recent tabs in Settings > Multitasking. This affects the number of tabs that appear when you use ALT + TAB and Snap Assist.
• New! This update improves the cloud suggestion and the integrated search suggestion. This helps you to easily type popular words in Simplified Chinese using the Input Method Editor (IME). The cloud suggestion adds the most relevant word from Microsoft Bing to the IME candidate window. The integrated search suggestion gives you additional suggestions that are like what you see on a Bing search page. You can insert a suggestion as text or search for it directly in Bing. To turn on these features, select a chevron button in the upper right of the IME candidate window. Then select the Turn on button.
• New! This update improves your computer’s performance when you use a mouse that has a high report rate for gaming. To learn more, see “Reduced game stutter with high report rate mice” in Delivering Delightful Performance for More Than One Billion Users Worldwide.
• New! This update affects virtual memory ranges. They are now added to kernel-generated minidumps after a stop error. These ranges are marked by a KbCallbackTriageDumpData BugCheck Callback Routine.
• This update affects the reliability of Windows. It improves after you update the OS.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Intune push notifications. The issue stops devices that have less than 3.5 GB of RAM from getting them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain apps. It stops working when it tries to scan a barcode.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Narrator. The issue stops Narrator from retaining your scan mode when you switch between browsers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Narrator. It reads the wrong state when you cancel the selection of an option button you have selected.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Teams. The issue stops Teams from alerting you about missed calls or messages.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the on-screen keyboard. The issue stops it from opening after you lock the machine.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a scheduled monthly task. It might not run on time if the next occurrence happens when daylight savings time occurs.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain applications that use IDBObjectStore. They do not work in Microsoft Edge and IE mode.
• This update addresses an issue that affects all the registry settings under the Policies paths. They might be deleted. This occurs when you do not rename the local temporary user policy file during Group Policy processing.
• This update gives user accounts the ability to open an elevated Windows Terminal. This only works if they use an admin account that has not signed in before.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect your computer when you are playing a game. Timeout Detection and Recovery (TDR) errors might occur.
• This update affects the Desktop Window Manager (DWM). It improves its reliability.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain apps. In some instances, video flickering occurs.
• This update addresses an issue that affects .msi files. A minor update is not installed. This occurs when you use the EnterpriseDesktopAppManagement configuration service provider (CSP) to distribute the .msi file.
• This update addresses an issue that affects msftconnecttext.net. It gets excessive HTTP traffic.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Spooler service. It stops working. This issue occurs when you print using a certain workspace.
• This update addresses an issue that affects devices that use the Network Protector for BitLocker. The device will not resume after it has been suspended.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a tib.sys driver. It does not load. This occurs when HyperVisor-protected Code Integrity (HVCI) is enabled.
• This update addresses an issue that affects TextInputHost.exe. It stops working.
• This update addresses an issue that affects File Explorer (explorer.exe). It stops working.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 users. You might not see the right location for a Remote Desktop session in your virtual machine or Cloud PC.
• This update addresses an issue that affects HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\User Shell Folders. You can now set and maintain the correct default permissions for this directory path. When the permissions are wrong, Start menu, search, and Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) authentication fails.
• This update addresses an issue that affects File Explorer windows. They unexpectedly appear in the foreground.
• This update addresses an issue that affects some earbuds. They stop streaming music.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Recommended section of the Start menu. When you right-click a local file, it does not behave as expected.
• This update affects Active Directory event ID 1644 processing. It now accepts events of greater than 64 KB in length. This change truncates Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) queries contained within event 1644 to 20000 characters by default. You can configure the 20K value using the registry key "DEFAULT_DB_EXPENSIVE_SEARCH_FILTER_MAX_LOGGING_LENGTH_IN_CHARS."
• This update addresses an issue that affects those who enable the “Smart Card is Required for Interactive Logon” account option. When RC4 is disabled, you cannot authenticate to Remote Desktop Services farms. The error message is, "An authentication error has occurred. The requested encryption type is not supported by the KDC.”
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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.2121 (KB5027292) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:
• New! This update adds many new features and improvements to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. For more information, see Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• New! This update improves several simplified Chinese fonts and the Microsoft Pinyin Input Method Editor (IME) to support GB18030-2022. You can enter and display characters from conformance level 1 or 2 using the additions to Microsoft Yahei, Simsun, and Dengxian. This update now supports Unicode Extensions E and F in the Simsun Ext-B font. This meets the requirements for level 3.
• This update affects the Default Terminal settings. It adds “Let Windows Decide” as a default option.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Narrator. The issue stops Narrator from retaining your scan mode when you switch between browsers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Intune push notifications. The issue stops devices that have less than 3.5 GB of RAM from getting them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the on-screen keyboard. The issue stops it from opening after you lock the machine.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Narrator. It reads the wrong state when you cancel the selection of an option button you have selected.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a scheduled monthly task. It might not run on time if the next occurrence happens when daylight savings time occurs.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain applications that use IDBObjectStore. They do not work in Microsoft Edge and IE mode.
• This update addresses an issue that affects all the registry settings under the Policies paths. They might be deleted. This occurs when you do not rename the local temporary user policy file during Group Policy processing.
• This update affects the Desktop Window Manager (DWM). It improves its reliability.
• This update addresses an issue that affects .msi files. A minor update is not installed. This occurs when you use the EnterpriseDesktopAppManagement configuration service provider (CSP) to distribute the .msi file.
• This update addresses an issue that affects msftconnecttext.net. It gets excessive HTTP traffic.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Spooler service. It stops working. This issue occurs when you print using a certain workspace.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Network Protector for BitLocker. It will not resume after it has been suspended.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a tib.sys driver. It does not load. This occurs when HyperVisor-protected Code Integrity (HVCI) is enabled.
• This update addresses an issue that affects TextInputHost.exe. It stops working.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365 users. You might not see the right location for a Remote Desktop session in your virtual machine or Cloud PC.
• This update addresses an issue that affects HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\User Shell Folders. You can now set and maintain the correct default permissions for this directory path. When the permissions are wrong, Start menu, search, and Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) authentication fails.
• This update addresses an issue that affects those who enable the “Smart Card is Required for Interactive Logon” account option. When RC4 is disabled, you cannot authenticate to Remote Desktop Services farms. The error message is, "An authentication error has occurred. The requested encryption type is not supported by the KDC.”
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]]> .NET Framework 4.8.1 (KB5011048) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 21H2 (original release), Windows 10, version 21H2 (LTSC), and Windows 10, version 22H2. .NET Framework 4.8.1 includes native support for the Arm64 architecture (on Windows 11 only), as well as accessibility improvements and other improvements. You can see the complete list of improvements in the .NET Framework 4.8.1 release notes and the original .NET Framework 4.8.1 release announcement, here: Announcing .NET Framework 4.8.1 - .NET Blog (microsoft.com). .NET Framework 4.8.1 will also soon be available on Windows Update and Catalog. You can find more information about this upcoming release availability here: Upcoming availability of .NET Framework 4.8.1 on Windows Update and Catalog - .NET Blog (microsoft.com). Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/05/11/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-2001-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 11 May 2023 17:53:40 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176268 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.2001 (KB5026436) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).  

This update includes the follo

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.2001 (KB5026436) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:
• This update addresses an issue that affects searchindexer.exe. It stops working after you sign out. This issue occurs after you upgrade your machine to Windows 11 Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and sign in to that machine.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Narrator. It does not announce text attributes correctly for words, such as "misspelled", "deletion change," and "comment".
• This update addresses an issue that affects Server Message Block (SMB). You cannot access the SMB shared folder. The errors are, “Not enough memory resources” or “Insufficient system resources”.
• The update addresses an issue that sends unexpected password expiration notices to users. This occurs when you set up an account to use “Smart Card is Required for Interactive Logon” and set "Enable rolling of expiring NTLM secrets".
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). It stops working. This occurs when you use Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).
• The update addresses an issue that affects scheduled tasks. The tasks fail when they use stored local user account credentials. This occurs when you enable Credential Guard. The error message is "2147943726 : ERROR_LOGON_FAILURE (The username or password is incorrect).”
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Storage Spaces Direct (S2D) cluster. It might not come online. This occurs after a periodic password rollover. The error code is 1326.
• This update addresses an issue that affects access to Tab settings for IE mode sites.
• This update addresses an issue that affects dot sourcing. It fails files that contain class definition in Windows PowerShell.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the use of Event Viewer. The issue limits the number of event sources that users who are not administrators can access.
• This update addresses an issue that affects applications that perform certain actions in a callback. The applications might stop working. These actions include closing a Window (WM_CLOSE).
• This update changes the support phone number for Microsoft India for Windows activation.
• This update addresses an issue that affects certain printers. They fail to install if they connect to Wi-Fi automatically.
• This update changes the international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI) ranges for certain mobile providers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Firewall. The firewall drops all connections to the IP address of a captive portal. This occurs when you choose the Captive Portal Addresses option.
• This update addresses a multi-function label printer issue. It affects the installation of some of them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects devices that are joined to Azure Active Directory (Azure AD). The Windows Firewall cannot apply the correct domain and profile for them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects audio playback. It fails on devices that have certain processors.
• This update improves the user experience (UX) and interactions for the search box on the taskbar.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect a large reparse point. You might get a stop error when you use NTFS to access it. This issue occurs after a canceled FSCTL Set operation changes the reparse tag.
Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/05/11/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-3030-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 11 May 2023 17:15:57 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176265 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3030 (KB5026435) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.3030 (KB5026435) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following improvements:
• New! This update brings back an improved search box experience on the Windows 10 taskbar. If you have a top, bottom, regular, or small icons taskbar, you will see the search box appear. You can use it to easily access apps, files, settings, and more from Windows and the web. You will also have access to the latest search updates, such as search highlights. If you want to restore your previous search experience, you can do that easily. To do that, use the taskbar context menu or respond to a dialog that appears when you use search.
• New! This update now displays up to three high priority toast notifications at the same time. This feature affects apps that use Windows OS notifications to send notices for calls, reminders, or alarms. Up to four toast notifications might appear at the same time. This means that there can be three high priority notifications and one normal priority notification. 
• This update addresses an issue that affects App Installer. Sometimes, MSIX apps fail to update.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Server Message Block (SMB). You cannot access the SMB shared folder. The errors are, “Not enough memory resources” or “Insufficient system resources”.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). It stops working. This occurs when you use Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).
• The update addresses an issue that affects scheduled tasks. The tasks fail when they use stored local user account credentials. This occurs when you enable Credential Guard. The error message is "2147943726 : ERROR_LOGON_FAILURE (The username or password is incorrect).”
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Storage Spaces Direct (S2D) cluster. It might not come online. This occurs after a periodic password rollover. The error code is 1326.
• This update addresses an issue that affects access to Tab settings for IE mode sites.
• This update addresses an issue that affects dot sourcing. It fails files that contain class definition in Windows PowerShell.
• This update changes the support phone number for Microsoft India for Windows activation.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the PublishDfsRoots policy. It does not apply correctly to a targeted client that has mobile device management (MDM). One example of MDM is Microsoft Intune.
• This update changes the international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI) ranges for certain mobile providers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Firewall. The firewall drops all connections to the IP address of a captive portal. This occurs when you choose the Captive Portal Addresses option.
• This update addresses a multi-function label printer issue. It affects the installation of some of them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects devices that are joined to Azure Active Directory (Azure AD). The Windows Firewall cannot apply the correct domain and profile for them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects signed Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policies. They are not applied to the Secure Kernel. This occurs when you enable Secure Boot.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the touch keyboard. Sometimes, it does not show the correct layout based on the current input scope.
• This update addresses an issue that sometimes fails to open the touch keyboard.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect a large reparse point. You might get a stop error when you use NTFS to access it. This issue occurs after a canceled FSCTL Set operation changes the reparse tag.
Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/05/11/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-1776-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 11 May 2023 17:01:07 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176263 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.1776 (KB5026446) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  


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]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.1776 (KB5026446) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  

We're planning to gradually rollout the following new features and enhancements for devices that install Build 22621.1776:

If you want to get them as soon as possible, open Settings > Windows Update and turn on the toggle Get the latest updates as soon as they're available and check for updates. Note: The toggle won't be enabled for managed devices (those that are managed by Windows Update for Business or WSUS).
• New! This update adds live captions for the following languages:
  • Chinese (Simplified and Traditional)
  • French (France, Canada)
  • German
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Portuguese (Brazil, Portugal)
  • Spanish
  • Danish
  • English (Ireland, other English dialects)
  • Korean To turn on live captions, use the WIN + Ctrl + L keyboard shortcut. You can also use the Quick Settings accessibility flyout menu. When you turn it on for the first time, Windows will ask you to download the required speech recognition support. Speech recognition support might not be available in your preferred language, or you might want support in other languages. You can download speech recognition support from Settings > Time & Language > Language & region. To learn more, see Use live captions to better understand audio.
• New! This update redesigns the in-app voice access command help page. Every command now has a description and examples of its variations. The search bar allows you to quickly find commands. The new categories provide further guidance. You can access the command help page on the voice access bar from Help > View all commands or use the voice access command “what can I say?” Note that the help page might not include all commands. Also, the supplementary information might be inaccurate. We plan to update this in the future. For a list of all Voice Access commands, see Use voice access to control your PC & author text with your voice.
• New! This update adds voice access command support for the following English dialects:
  • English (United Kingdom)
  • English (India)
  • English (New Zealand)
  • English (Canada)
  • English (Australia)
When you turn on voice access for the first time, Windows will ask you to download a speech model. You might not find a speech model that matches your display language. You can still use voice access in English (US). You can always choose a different language from Settings > Language on the voice access bar.
• New! This update adds new text selection and editing voice access commands. Some examples are in the table below.

To do this	Say this
Select a range of text in the text box	“Select from [text 1] to [text 2]”, e.g., “Select from have to voice access”
Delete all the text in a text box	“Delete all”
Apply bold, underline, or italic formatting for the selected text or the last dictated text	“Bold that,” “Underline that,” “Italicize that”

• New! This update adds a VPN status icon, a small shield, to the system tray. It displays when you are connected to a recognized VPN profile. The VPN icon will be overlayed in your system’s accent color over the active network connection.
• New! You can now choose to display seconds in the clock on the system tray. To turn this on, go to the Taskbar behaviors section in Settings > Personalization > Taskbar. You can also right-click taskbar to quickly get to taskbar settings.
• New! This update provides a copy button for you to quickly copy two-factor authentication (2FA) codes. These are in notification toasts you get from apps installed on your PC or from phones linked to your PC. Note that this feature only works for English.
• New! This update adds access key shortcuts to File Explorer’s context menu. An access key is a one keystroke shortcut. You can use it to quickly run a command in a context menu using your keyboard. Each access key corresponds to a letter in the display name of the menu item. To try this out, you can click on a file in File Explorer and press the menu key on your keyboard.
• New! This update adds multi-app kiosk mode, which is a lockdown feature. If you are an administrator, you can specify the apps that can run on a device. Other apps will not run. You can also block certain functionalities. You can configure distinct types of access and apps to run for different users on one device. Multi-app kiosk mode is ideal for scenarios in which multiple people use the same device. Some examples are frontline workers, retail, education, and test taking. Some lockdown customizations include:
  • Limit access to Settings, except certain pages, such as Wi-Fi and screen brightness
  • Show only the apps that are allowed on the Start menu
  • Block certain toasts and pop-up windows
Currently, you can enable multi-app kiosk mode using PowerShell and WMI Bridge. To learn more, see Use MDM Bridge WMI Provider to create a Windows client kiosk and Create the JSON file. Support for Microsoft Intune, mobile device management (MDM), and provisioning package configuration is coming soon.
• New! This update introduces live kernel memory dump (LKD) collection from Task Manager. Using LKD, you can gather data to troubleshoot an issue while the OS continues to work. This reduces downtime when you must investigate an unresponsive program or high-impact failures. To learn more, see Task Manager live memory dump.
To capture an LKD, go to Task Manager > Details. Right-click the System process. Select Create live kernel memory dump file. This captures a Full live kernel or Kernel stack memory dump. The dump will be written to a fixed location: %LocalAppData%\Microsoft\Windows\TaskManager\LiveKernelDumps. You can also go to the Task Manager Settings page to view or edit the settings for live kernel memory dumps.
• New! This update replaces the settings for Show the touch keyboard when there’s no keyboard attached. These are located at Settings > Time & language > Typing > Touch keyboard. A new dropdown menu gives you three options to control whether tapping an edit control should open the touch keyboard. The options are:
  • Never. This suppresses the touch keyboard even when no hardware keyboard is attached.
  • When no keyboard attached. This shows the touch keyboard only when you use the device as a tablet without the hardware keyboard.
  • Always. This shows the touch keyboard even when the hardware keyboard is attached.
• New! This update enables Content Adaptive Brightness Control (CABC) to run on laptops and 2-in-1 devices. This feature dims or brightens areas of a display based on the content. It tries to strike a balance between saving battery life and providing a good visual experience. You can adjust the feature setting from Settings > System > Display > Brightness & color. The drop-down menu gives you three options: Off, Always, and On Battery Only. For battery powered devices, the default is On Battery Only. Because the device manufacturer must enable CABC, the feature might not be on all laptops or 2-in-1 devices.
• New! This update adds a USB4 hubs and devices Settings page. You can find it at Settings > Bluetooth & devices > USB > USB4 Hubs and Devices. This new page provides information about the system’s USB4 capabilities and the attached peripherals on a system that supports USB4. This information helps with troubleshooting when you need manufacturer or system administrator support. Some features include:
• You can view the tree of the connected USB4 hubs and devices.
• You can copy details to the clipboard to share them.

If your system does not support USB4 with the Microsoft USB4 Connection Manager, this page will not appear. On systems that support USB4, you will see USB4 Host Router in Device Manager.

• New! This update adds a presence sensor privacy setting in Settings > Privacy & security > Presence sensing. If you have a device that has compatible presence sensors, you can now choose the apps that can access those sensors. You can also choose the apps that do not have access. Microsoft does not collect images or metadata. The device hardware processes your information locally to maximize privacy.
• New! This update improves the performance of search within Settings.
• New! This update changes the default print screen (prt scr) key behavior. Pressing the print screen key opens the Snipping Tool by default. You can turn off this setting from Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard. If you have previously changed this setting, Windows will preserve your preference.
• New! This update introduces a limit of 20 most recent tabs in Settings > Multitasking. This affects the number of tabs that appear when you use ALT + TAB and Snap Assist.
• New! This update improves the cloud suggestion and the integrated search suggestion. This helps you to easily type popular words in Simplified Chinese using the Input Method Editor (IME). The cloud suggestion adds the most relevant word from Microsoft Bing to the IME candidate window. The integrated search suggestion gives you additional suggestions that are like what you see on a Bing search page. You can insert a suggestion as text or search for it directly in Bing. To turn on these features, select a chevron button in the upper right of the IME candidate window. Then select the Turn on.

This update also includes the following improvements (new toggle control not required):

• New! This update provides the full amount of storage capacity of all your OneDrive subscriptions. It also displays the total storage on the Accounts page in the Settings app.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Narrator. It now announces text attributes correctly for words, such as "misspelled", "deletion change," and "comment".
• This update addresses an issue that affects searchindexer.exe. It stops working after you sign out. This issue occurs after you upgrade your machine to Windows 11 Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and sign in to that machine.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Server Message Block (SMB). You cannot access the SMB shared folder. The errors are, “Not enough memory resources” or “Insufficient system resources”.
• The update addresses an issue that sends unexpected password expiration notices to users. This occurs when you set up an account to use “Smart Card is Required for Interactive Logon” and set "Enable rolling of expiring NTLM secrets".
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). It stops working. This occurs when you use Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Storage Spaces Direct (S2D) cluster. It might not come online. This occurs after a periodic password rollover. The error code is 1326.
• This update addresses an issue that affects access to Tab settings for IE mode sites.
• This update addresses an issue that affects dot sourcing. It fails files that contain class definition in Windows PowerShell.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the use of Event Viewer. The issue limits the number of event sources that users who are not administrators can access.
• This update addresses an Event Viewer issue. It affects the rendering of a forwarded event log.
• This update addresses a memory leak. It occurs every time you print a rich text document.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a computer when it renders a halftone bitmap. The computer stops working.
• This update addresses an issue that affects devices that have multiple, discreet GPUs. You cannot choose the high-performance GPUs from the default graphics settings page.
• This update addresses an issue that stops your device from working when it resumes from Modern Standby. The error is 0x13A KERNEL_MODE_HEAP_CORRUPTION.
• This update addresses an issue that affects applications that perform certain actions in a callback. The applications might stop working. These actions include closing a Window (WM_CLOSE).
• This update changes the support phone number for Microsoft India for Windows activation.
• This update changes the international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI) ranges for certain mobile providers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Firewall. The firewall drops all connections to the IP address of a captive portal. This occurs when you choose the Captive Portal Addresses option.
• This update addresses a multi-function label printer issue. It affects the installation of some of them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects devices that are joined to Azure Active Directory (Azure AD). The Windows Firewall cannot apply the correct domain and profile for them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects audio playback. It fails on devices that have certain processors.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the touch keyboard. It shows the wrong layout for the French-Canadian language.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). It might create audit events that you do not need. This occurs when you choose the Disabled: Script Enforcement option.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the touch keyboard. Sometimes, it does not show the correct layout based on the current input scope.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Chinese and Japanese Input Method Editor (IME). When you search the Emoji Panel (Windows key + period ( . ), search might fail for some of you.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Chinese and Japanese Handwriting Panel. It does not show text prediction candidates or stops responding. This occurs when you select a word from the candidate list of the Handwriting Panel.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the runas It stops working. The device behaves as if you did not sign in to your account.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect a large reparse point. You might get a stop error when you use NTFS to access it. This issue occurs after a canceled FSCTL Set operation changes the reparse tag.
• This update addresses a known issue that might affect some speech recognition apps. They might have sporadic speech recognition, expressive input, and handwriting issues. This occurs when the display language is Chinese or Japanese. The apps might not recognize certain words. They might not receive any input from speech recognition or affected input types. This issue is more likely to occur when the apps use offline speech recognition. For app developers, this issue only affects speech recognition that uses Speech Recognition Grammar Specification (SRGS) in Media.SpeechRecognition. This issue does not affect other types of speech recognition.

Widget Improvements

We are beginning to roll out a new widget picker experience to the Beta and Release Preview Channels with an image that gives a visual preview of the widget before pinning, a deep linking ability that allows users to jump directly to the picker from the provider app/service as well as a link to the widgets Store collection page where users can discover more apps with widgets. [caption id="attachment_176231" align="alignnone" width="463"] Updated widgets picker.[/caption] Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/04/13/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-1631-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 13 Apr 2023 17:34:02 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176200 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.1631 (KB5025305) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.1631 (KB5025305) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following features and improvements:
• [ADDED] New! This update adds a new toggle control on the Settings > Windows Update When you turn it on, we will prioritize your device to get the latest non-security updates and enhancements when they are available for your device. For managed devices, the toggle is disabled by default. For more information, see Get Windows updates as soon as they're available for your device.
• New! This update changes firewall settings. You can now configure application group rules.
• New! This update adds animations to a few icons on the Widgets taskbar button. These animations turn on when:
  • A new announcement appears on the Widgets taskbar button.
  • You hover over or click the Widgets taskbar button.
• This update affects the Islamic Republic of Iran. The update supports the government’s daylight-saving time change order from 2022.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) process. It might stop responding. Because of this, the machine restarts. The error is 0xc0000005 (STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION).
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Edge IE mode. The Tab Window Manager stops responding.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Edge IE mode. Pop-up windows open in the background instead of in the foreground.
• This update addresses an issue that affects protected content. When you minimize a window that has protected content, the content displays when it should not. This occurs when you are using Taskbar Thumbnail Live Preview.
• This update addresses an issue that affects mobile device management (MDM) customers. The issue stops you from printing. This occurs because of an exception.
• This update changes the app icons for certain mobile providers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects signed Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policies. They are not applied to the Secure Kernel. This occurs when you enable Secure Boot.
• This update addresses an issue that displays Task View in the wrong area. This occurs when you close a full screen game by pressing Win+Tab.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Chinese input method. You cannot see all of the first suggested item.
• This update addresses an issue that occurs when you use a PIN to sign in to Windows Hello for Business. Signing in to Remote Desktop Services might fail. The error message is, "The request is not supported".
• This update addresses an issue that affects Administrator Account Lockout policies. GPResult and Resultant Set of Policy did not report them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Unified Write Filter (UWF). When you turn it off by using a call to Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI), your device might stop responding.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Resilient File System (ReFS). A stop error occurs that stops the OS from starting up correctly.
• This update addresses an issue that affects MySQL commands. The commands fail on Windows Xenon containers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects SMB Direct. Endpoints might not be available on systems that use multi-byte character sets.
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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.1879 (KB5025298) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:
• New! This update changes firewall settings. You can now configure application group rules.
• This update affects the Islamic Republic of Iran. The update supports the government’s daylight-saving time change order from 2022.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) process. It might stop responding. Because of this, the machine restarts. The error is 0xc0000005 (STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION).
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Edge IE mode. Pop-up windows open in the background instead of in the foreground.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Edge IE mode. The Tab Window Manager stops responding.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client. The client returns an HTTP server error status (500). This error occurs when it runs a transfer job in the Storage Migration Service.
• This update addresses a rare issue that might cause an input destination to be null. This issue might occur when you attempt to convert a physical point to a logical point during hit testing. Because of this, the computer raises a stop error.
• This update addresses an issue that affects protected content. When you minimize a window that has protected content, the content displays when it should not. This occurs when you are using Taskbar Thumbnail Live Preview.
• This update addresses an issue that affects provisioning packages. They fail to apply in certain circumstances when elevation is required.
• This update addresses an issue that affects mobile device management (MDM) customers. The issue stops you from printing. This occurs because of an exception.
• This update changes the app icons for certain mobile providers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects signed Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policies. They are not applied to the Secure Kernel. This occurs when you enable Secure Boot.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Defender Application Control. The policy that blocks software using a hash rule might not stop the software from running.
• This update affects Xbox Elite users who have the Xbox Adaptive Controller. This update applies your controller remapping preferences on the desktop.
• This update addresses an issue that occurs when you use a PIN to sign in to Windows Hello for Business. Signing in to Remote Desktop Services might fail. The error message is, "The request is not supported".
• This update makes improvements to the performance of the search box.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Administrator Account Lockout policies. GPResult and Resultant Set of Policy did not report them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Active Directory Users & Computers. It stops responding. This occurs when you use TaskPad view to enable or disable many objects at the same time.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Unified Write Filter (UWF). When you turn it off by using a call to Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI), your device might stop responding.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Resilient File System (ReFS). A stop error prevents the OS from starting up correctly.
• This update addresses an issue that affects MySQL commands. The commands fail on Windows Xenon containers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects SMB Direct. Endpoints might not be available on systems that use multi-byte character sets.
Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/04/13/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-2907-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 13 Apr 2023 17:17:16 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176196 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.2908 (KB5025297) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.2908 (KB5025297) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. UPDATE: We originally reported the build number was Build 19045.2907 which was incorrect. The build number is Build 19045.2908. This update includes the following improvements:
• New! This update adds the ability to sync language and region settings when you change your Microsoft account display language or regional format. Windows will save those settings to your account if you have turned on Language preferences sync in your Windows backup settings.
• New! This update changes firewall settings. You can now configure application group rules.
• New! This update brings back the search box experience on the Windows 10 taskbar. If you have a top, bottom, regular, or small icons taskbar, you will see the search box appear. You can use it to easily access apps, files, settings, and more from Windows and the web. You will also have access to the latest search updates, such as search highlights. If you want to restore your original search experience, you can do that easily by using the context menu or responding to a dialog that appears when you use search. UPDATE 4/17: This change is not part of this release and will roll out in a future update.
• This update affects the Islamic Republic of Iran. The update supports the government’s daylight saving time change order from 2022.
• The update addresses an issue that sends unexpected password expiration notices to users. This occurs when you set up an account to use “Smart Card is Required for Interactive Logon” and set "Enable rolling of expiring NTLM secrets".
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) process. It might stop responding. Because of this, the machine restarts. The error is 0xc0000005 (STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION).
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Edge IE mode. Pop-up windows open in the background instead of in the foreground.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Edge IE mode. The Tab Window Manager stops responding.
• This update addresses an issue that affects protected content. When you minimize a window that has protected content, the content displays when it should not. This occurs when you are using Taskbar Thumbnail Live Preview.
• This update addresses an issue that affects provisioning packages. They fail to apply in certain circumstances when elevation is required.
• This update addresses an issue that affects mobile device management (MDM) customers. The issue stops you from printing. This occurs because of an exception.
• This update changes the app icons for certain mobile providers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Defender Application Control. The policy that blocks software using a hash rule might not stop the software from running.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Chinese input method. You cannot see all of the first suggested item.
• This update affects Xbox Elite users who have the Xbox Adaptive Controller. This update applies your controller remapping preferences on the desktop.
• This update addresses an issue that occurs when you use a PIN to sign in to Windows Hello for Business. Signing in to Remote Desktop Services might fail. The error message is, "The request is not supported".
• This update addresses an issue that might affect the keyboard layout when you sign in to a console session. The layout might be reset to the system default. This occurs when you lock your machine or have more than one keyboard layout in Settings.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect news and interests. It might flicker on the taskbar and File Explorer might stop responding.
• This update addresses rendering issues that affect the search box gleam (an animated icon). The issue occurs when you use wide, narrow, or small taskbar mode.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Edge WebView2. This issue might cause an infinite loop when you try to restart its process.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Administrator Account Lockout policies. GPResult and Resultant Set of Policy did not report them.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Active Directory Users & Computers. It stops responding. This occurs when you use TaskPad view to enable or disable many objects at the same time.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Unified Write Filter (UWF). When you turn it off by using a call to Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI), your device might stop responding.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Resilient File System (ReFS). A stop error prevents the OS from starting up correctly.
• This update addresses an issue that affects MySQL commands. The commands fail on Windows Xenon containers.
• This update addresses an issue that affects SMB Direct. Endpoints might not be available on systems that use multi-byte character sets.
Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/04/11/update-to-windows-subsystem-for-android-on-windows-11-april-2023/ Tue, 11 Apr 2023 19:52:37 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176190 Today we are shipping an update (2303.40000.3.0) for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to all Windows Insider channels. This update will improve reliability, security and enable picture-in-picture (PIP).

Picture-in-p

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]]> 2303.40000.3.0) for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to all Windows Insider channels. This update will improve reliability, security and enable picture-in-picture (PIP).

Picture-in-picture

For apps that use the Android PIP feature, the subsystem now supports this behavior. With the flexibility of having apps in windowed mode and all of the great Windows resize and snap features, this makes multitasking within Android apps even easier.

What's New

• Picture-in-picture mode supported
• A new "Partially running" system setting added to WSA Settings app, which runs the subsystem with minimal resources but apps launch quicker than "As needed" mode
• Linux kernel updated to 5.15.78
• Improvements to platform reliability
• Android 13 security updates

Giving feedback

If you are having issues with Windows Subsystem for Android™ – please file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. If you’re a developer, please give feedback at our Github site. Thanks, Windows Subsystem for Android™ Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/03/21/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-1483-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 21 Mar 2023 21:30:17 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176137 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.1483 (KB5023778) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.1483 (KB5023778) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following features and improvements:

• New! This update introduces notifications for Microsoft accounts in the Start menu. This is only available to a small audience right now. It will deploy more broadly in the coming months. Some devices might notice different visual treatments as we gather feedback. See the example below.

[caption id="attachment_176139" align="alignnone" width="187"] Example treatment of notifications for Microsoft accounts in the Start menu.[/caption]

• New! Once you have access to the new Bing, the search box on the taskbar will include a button that opens the Bing chat experience in Microsoft Edge. If you don’t have access, the search box on the taskbar will feature a dynamic search highlight button.
• New! This update adds many new features and improvements to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. For more information, see Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.

• New! The search box on the taskbar will be lighter when you set Windows to a custom color mode. This will occur when you set the Windows mode to dark and the app mode to light in Settings > Personalization > Colors.

• This update addresses an issue that affects the combo box in Settings. It fails to show all the available options.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft PowerPoint. It stops responding. This occurs when you use accessibility tools.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft Narrator. It fails to read items in dropdown lists in Microsoft Excel.
• This update addresses an issue that affects USB printers. The system classifies them as multimedia devices even though they are not.
• This update addresses an issue that affects complexity policy settings for PINs. They are ignored.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Fast Identity Online 2.0 (FIDO2) PIN credential icon. It does not appear on the credentials screen of an external monitor. This occurs when that monitor is attached to a closed laptop.
• This update addresses an issue that affects a Clustered Shared Volume (CSV). The CSV fails to come online. This occurs if you enable BitLocker and local CSV managed protectors, and the system recently rotated the BitLocker keys.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Active Directory Users & Computers. It stops responding. This occurs when you use TaskPad view to enable or disable many objects at the same time.
• The update addresses an issue that affects the Remote Procedure Call Service (rpcss.exe). The issue might cause a race condition between the Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) and the Microsoft Remote Procedure Call (RPC) endpoint mapper.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft PowerPoint. It stops responding on the Azure Virtual Desktop. This occurs while you are using Think-Cell Features.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Search. Windows Search fails inside of Windows container images.
• This update affects the Group Policy Editor. It adds Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.3 to the list of protocols that you can set.
• This update affects the Arab Republic of Egypt. The update supports the government’s daylight saving time change order for 2023.
• This update affects jscript9Legacy.dll. It adds ITracker and ITrackingService to stop MHTML from not responding.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Microsoft HTML Application Host (HTA). This issue blocks code execution that uses Microsoft HTA. This occurs when you turn on Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) User Mode Code Integrity (UMCI) enforced mode.
• This update affects the Group Policy Management Console. It addresses a scripting error in the Group Policy Preferences window.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Windows Remote Management (WinRM) client. The client returns an HTTP server error status (500). This error occurs when it runs a transfer job in the Storage Migration Service.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Desired State Configuration. It loses its previously configured options. This occurs if metaconfig.mof is missing.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) option 119 - Domain Search Option. The issue stops you from using a connection-specific DNS Suffix Search List.
• This update addresses a rare issue that might cause an input destination to be null. This issue might occur when you attempt to convert a physical point to a logical point during hit testing. Because of this, the computer raises a stop error.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Simple Certificate Enrollment Protocol (SCEP) certificate. The system reports some SCEP certificate installations as failed. Instead, the system should report them as pending.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the new Windows Runtime (WinRT) API. This issue stops an application from querying for location information using MBIM2.0+.
• This update addresses a known issue that affects kiosk device profiles. If you have enabled automatic logon, it might not work. After Autopilot completes provisioning, these devices stay on the credential screen. This issue occurs after you install updates dated January 10, 2023, and later.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/03/16/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-2787-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 16 Mar 2023 22:04:48 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176127 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.2787 (KB5023773) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.2787 (KB5023773) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following improvements:

• This update affects the ms-appinstaller URI. It now works with the DesktopAppInstaller policy.
• The update addresses an issue that affects the Remote Procedure Call Service (rpcss.exe). The issue might cause a race condition between the Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) and the Microsoft Remote Procedure Call (RPC) endpoint mapper.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Microsoft HTML Application Host (HTA). This issue blocks code execution that uses Microsoft HTA. This occurs when you turn on Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) User Mode Code Integrity (UMCI) enforced mode.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Desired State Configuration. It loses its previously configured options. This occurs if metaconfig.mof is missing.
• This update addresses compatibility issues that affect some printers. These printers use Windows Graphical Device Interface (GDI) printer drivers. These drivers do not completely adhere to GDI specifications.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Simple Certificate Enrollment Protocol (SCEP) certificate. The system reports some SCEP certificate installations as failed. Instead, the system should report them as pending.
• This update addresses an issue that affects USB printers. The system classifies them as multimedia devices even though they are not.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Fast Identity Online 2.0 (FIDO2) PIN credential icon. It does not appear on the credentials screen of an external monitor. This occurs when that monitor is attached to a closed laptop.
• This update affects applications that use the Windows UI Library in the Windows App SDK (WinUI 3). It makes printing for them possible on Windows 10 devices.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the SharedPC account manager. It cannot delete multiple accounts during cleanup.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect lsass.exe. It might stop responding. This occurs when it sends a Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) query to a domain controller that has a very large LDAP filter.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/03/16/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-1757-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 16 Mar 2023 21:38:08 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176131 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.1757 (KB5023774) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.1757 (KB5023774) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:

• This update addresses an issue that affects the command line. It fails when you set the system locale to Japanese and cmd.exe is configured in legacy mode.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Notepad box in Settings. It fails to show all the available options.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft PowerPoint. It stops responding. This occurs when you use accessibility tools.
• The update addresses an issue that affects the Remote Procedure Call Service (rpcss.exe). The issue might cause a race condition between the Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) and the Microsoft Remote Procedure Call (RPC) endpoint mapper.
• This update affects the ms-appinstaller URI. It now works with the DesktopAppInstaller policy.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Microsoft PowerPoint. It stops responding on the Azure Virtual Desktop. This occurs while you are using Think-Cell Features.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Windows Search. Windows Search fails inside of Windows container images.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Microsoft HTML Application Host (HTA). This issue blocks code execution that uses Microsoft HTA. This occurs when you turn on Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) User Mode Code Integrity (UMCI) enforced mode.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Desired State Configuration. It loses its previously configured options. This occurs if metaconfig.mof is missing.
• This update addresses compatibility issues that affect some printers. These printers use Windows Graphical Device Interface (GDI) printer drivers. These drivers do not completely adhere to GDI specifications.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Simple Certificate Enrollment Protocol (SCEP) certificate. The system reports some SCEP certificate installations as failed. Instead, the system should report them as pending.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the new Windows Runtime (WinRT) API. This issue stops an application from querying for location information using MBIM2.0+.
• This update addresses an issue that affects USB printers. The system classifies them as multimedia devices even though they are not.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the Fast Identity Online 2.0 (FIDO2) PIN credential icon. It does not appear on the credentials screen of an external monitor. This occurs when that monitor is attached to a closed laptop.
• This update affects the “Set a default associations configuration file” Group Policy Object (GPO). You can now use it to create an extension to specific applications.
• This update addresses an issue that affects the SharedPC account manager. It cannot delete multiple accounts during cleanup.
• This update addresses an issue that affects Xbox subscribers. If you purchase an Xbox subscription using the "Redeem code" option, the Xbox subscription card does not appear on the Settings Accounts page. This occurs when recurring billing is off.
• This update addresses an issue that might affect lsass.exe. It might stop responding. This occurs when it sends a Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) query to a domain controller that has a very large LDAP filter.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/02/21/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-1343-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 21 Feb 2023 22:24:29 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176081 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.1343 (KB5022913) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.1343 (KB5022913) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following features and improvements:

• New! This update provided access Windows Studio Effects directly from quick settings on the taskbar for devices that had a supported neural processing unit (NPU). This made it quick and easy to turn on and configure camera effects. Those effects included Background blur, Eye contact, Automatic framing, and Audio effects (Voice focus). You can still access these effects in the Settings pages.
• New! This update improved the search box experience on the taskbar. As you typed in the search box, search results appeared in search flyout box. You could also change the search experience you wanted for your taskbar by going to Settings > Personalization > Taskbar. For commercial customers, this update added a new policy for IT administrators to manage how the search box on the taskbar appears in your organization. For more information, see Customizing search on the Windows 11 taskbar.
• New! This update provided energy recommendations. If you used them, they could help to improve the energy efficiency of your PC and reduce your carbon footprint. Go to Settings > System > Power & Battery > Energy Recommendations.
• New! This update enhanced the system tray (formerly called the notification area). All icons had a rounded focus and hover treatment in the lower right, including the “Show hidden icons” flyout menu. You could move icons to rearrange them in the “Show hidden icons” flyout menu or move icons to the taskbar.

• New! This update introduced a touch-optimized taskbar for 2-in-1 devices that you could use as a tablet. There were two states of this taskbar: collapsed and expanded. To switch between the two states, swipe up and down on the bottom of your screen. When collapsed in tablet mode, the taskbar receded to give you more screen space and kept you from accidentally opening the taskbar. When expanded in tablet mode, the taskbar was optimized to be easier to use with touch. Your taskbar automatically changed to this optimized version when you disconnected or folded back the keyboard.
  • This feature only worked on devices that could be used as tablets and was on by default. To change that, go to Settings > Personalization > Taskbar > Taskbar behaviors. The setting is called “Optimize taskbar for touch interactions when this device is used as a tablet.” If your company manages Windows updates for your device, this feature will be off by default. Administrators can turn it on using the new commercial control for continuous innovation.

• New! This update provided enhanced support for braille devices. They continued working while you switched between Microsoft Narrator and third-party screen readers. Narrator automatically changed braille drivers. For more information, see Chapter 8: Using Narrator with braille.
• New! This update also added support for new braille displays and new braille input and output languages in Narrator. Some of the new braille displays included the APH Chameleon, the APH Mantis Q40, the NLS eReader, and many more. For more information, see Chapter 8: Using Narrator with braille.
• New! This update made voice access more flexible and supported interaction with more user interface (UI) controls. For example, voice interacted with controls that contained:
  • Names that had numbers, such as “Click 5”
  • Names without whitespaces between them, such as “click PivotTable” or “click PivotChart”
  • Names that had special characters, such as Bluetooth & devices (“click Bluetooth and devices”) or Dial – up (“click dial hyphen up”)
• New! This update added voice access support for spin controls, thumb controls, and split buttons. You interact with these controls by using the “click” command or number overlays. This update also fixed issues that affected snapping commands that snapped a window left or right. Commands that moved the cursor in a text box ran instantly.
• New! This update also provided voice scrolling enhancements. You could use voice to scroll to the extreme left and right on a page. You could also use continuous scrolling to the left or right like what is already present for vertical scrolling. For more information about the new voice access commands, see Voice access command list.

• New! For devices that were joined to Azure Active Directory (AAD), this update provided AI-powered recommended content on your Start menu. On the Start menu, you found content to help you to prepare for meetings, quickly access files you were collaborating on, and more.
• New! We added the new Tamil Anjal keyboard for the Tamil language. To add it, make sure Tamil (Singapore), Tamil (Malaysia), Tamil (Sri Lanka), or Tamil (India) appears in Settings > Time & Language > Language & Region. Select the ellipses (…) next to the language. Select Language Options. Add Tamil Anjal (QWERTY) to the list of keyboards.
• [ADDED 2/22] New! This update made enhancements to Task Manager. These included:
  • Filtering—You can now filter processes using the binary name, PID, or publisher name. The filter also applies when you switch between pages. The keyboard shortcut is ALT+F.
  • More theme options—You can now choose a theme for Task Manager that is different from the Windows theme. Also, all dialogs, except for Run new task and the Properties dialog, now support themes. The dialogs will use app-specific themes or the Windows theme.
  • Efficiency mode—You can now opt out of confirmation dialogs when you turn on Efficiency mode.
• We fixed an issue that affected the Color filters setting. When you selected Inverted, the system set it to Grayscale instead.
• We improved the reliability of Windows after you installed an update.
• We supported the United Mexican States’ daylight-saving time change order for 2023.
• We fixed a date information issue. It affected the format of dates sent between Windows and some versions of the Heimdal Kerberos library.

• We fixed an issue that affected IE mode. The text on the status bar was not always visible.
• We fixed compatibility issues that affected some printers. Those printers used Windows Graphical Device Interface (GDI) printer drivers. Those drivers did not completely adhere to GDI specifications.
• We fixed an issue that affected the software keyboard. It did not appear in the Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE) after a Push-button reset (factory reset). This type of reset required an external keyboard to be attached to provide credentials.
• We fixed an issue that displayed a blue screen during video playback. This occurred after you set high dynamic range (HDR) on your display.
• We fixed an issue that might have affected the touch keyboard and the PIN entry keyboard. You might not have been able to use them to enter text when you signed in to your device.

• We fixed an issue that affected AppV. It stopped file names from having the correct letter case (uppercase or lowercase).
• We fixed an issue that affected Microsoft Edge. The issue removed conflicting policies for Microsoft Edge. This occurred when you set the MDMWinsOverGPFlag in a Microsoft Intune tenant and Intune detected a policy conflict.
• We fixed an issue that affected provisioning packages. They failed to apply in certain circumstances when elevation was required.
• We fixed an issue that affected Azure Active Directory (Azure AD). Using a provisioning package for bulk provisioning failed.
• We fixed an issue that affected Universal Print's Configuration Service Provider (CSP). A command prompt window appeared when you installed a printer.

• We fixed a reliability issue that occurred when you used Task View.
• We fixed an issue that affected which folders appeared in the Browse for Folder picker.
• We fixed an issue that affected File Explorer. When you used Shift  +Tab or Shift+F6, the input focus did not move.
• We fixed an issue that affected the user interface (UI). The volume up and volume down commands from a Bluetooth keyboard did not display.
• We fixed an issue that affected Xbox subscribers. If you purchased an Xbox subscription using the "Redeem code" option, the Xbox subscription card did not appear on the Settings Accounts page. This occurred when recurring billing was off.

• We fixed an issue that might have affected lsass.exe. It might have stopped responding. This occurred when it sent a Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) query to a domain controller that had a very large LDAP filter.
• We fixed an issue that affected the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). LSASS might have stopped responding. This occurred after you ran Sysprep on a domain-joined machine.
• We fixed an issue that affected copying from a network to a local drive. Copying was slower than expected for some users.
• We fixed an issue that affected parity virtual disks. Using Server Manager to create them failed.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team EDITOR'S NOTE 2/22: Updated the search box bullet and added text for Task Manager improvements. Also removed bullet highlighting the Quick Assist app being added to the bottom of Settings > System > Troubleshoot.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/02/16/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-1639-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 16 Feb 2023 22:47:12 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176077 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.1639 (KB5022905) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.1639 (KB5022905) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:

• New! We added an advanced auto-learning feature for facial recognition.
• We fixed an issue that stopped hyperlinks from working in Microsoft Excel.
• We fixed an issue that affected the Color filters setting. When you selected Inverted, the system set it to Grayscale instead.
• We fixed an issue that affected the Appx State Repository. When you removed a user profile, the cleanup was incomplete. Because of that, its database grew as time passes. This growth might have caused delays when users signed into multi-user environments like FSLogix.
• We provided support for the United Mexican States’ daylight-saving time change order for 2023.
• We fixed an issue that affected IE mode. The text on the status bar was not always visible.
• We fixed an issue that affected the Z-order of two maximized windows. A window that was behind another window might have appeared on top.
• We fixed an issue that affected AppV. It stopped file names from having the correct letter case (uppercase or lowercase).
• We fixed an issue that affected Microsoft Edge. The issue removed conflicting policies for Microsoft Edge. This occurred when you set the MDMWinsOverGPFlag in a Microsoft Intune tenant and Intune detected a policy conflict.
• We fixed an issue that affected Azure Active Directory (Azure AD). Using a provisioning package for bulk provisioning failed.
• We fixed an issue that affected a certain streaming app. The issue stopped video playback after an advertisement played in the app.
• We fixed an issue that affected the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). LSASS might have stopped responding after you ran Sysprep on a domain-joined machine.
• We fixed an issue that affected parity virtual disks. Using Server Manager to create them failed.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/02/16/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-2670-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 16 Feb 2023 22:31:22 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176079 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.2670 (KB5022906) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10,

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]]> Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.2670 (KB5022906) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2. This update includes the following improvements:

• We fixed an issue that stopped hyperlinks from working in Microsoft Excel.
• We fixed an issue that affected the Appx State Repository. When you removed a user profile, the cleanup was incomplete. Because of that, its database grew as time passes. This growth might have caused delays when users signed into multi-user environments like FSLogix.
• We provided support for the United Mexican States’ daylight-saving time change order for 2023.
• We fixed a resource conflict issue between two or more threads (known as a deadlock). This deadlock affected COM+ applications.
• We fixed an issue that affected IE mode. The text on the status bar was not always visible.
• We fixed an issue that affected cbs.log. This issue logged messages that were not error messages in cbs.log.
• We improved how the Remove-Item cmdlet worked for Microsoft OneDrive folders.
• We fixed an issue that affected AppV. It stopped file names from having the correct letter case (uppercase or lowercase).
• We fixed an issue that affected Microsoft Edge. The issue removed conflicting policies for Microsoft Edge. This occurred when you set the MDMWinsOverGPFlag in a Microsoft Intune tenant and Intune detected a policy conflict.
• We fixed an issue that affected Azure Active Directory (Azure AD). Using a provisioning package for bulk provisioning failed.
• We fixed an issue that affected a certain streaming app. The issue stopped video playback after an advertisement played in the app.
• We fixed an issue that affected MSInfo.exe. It did not correctly report the enforcement status of the Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) user mode policy.
• We fixed accessibility issues. They affected Narrator on the Settings home page.
• We fixed an issue that affected the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). LSASS might have stopped responding after you ran Sysprep on a domain-joined machine.
• We fixed an issue that affected virtual machines (VM). They stopped responding when you added a new disk to a storage pool in thin provisioning scenarios.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/02/09/update-to-windows-subsystem-for-android-on-windows-11-february-2023/ Thu, 09 Feb 2023 19:51:39 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176062 Today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to all Windows Insider channels. This update (2301.40000.4.0) will make improvements to the camera experience, graphics improvements, general reliabil

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]]> 2301.40000.4.0) will make improvements to the camera experience, graphics improvements, general reliability, and security updates.

What’s New

• Improved audio input latency and reliability
• Improvements to camera experience (camera metadata now exposed to camera apps)
• Improvements to framerate performance: certain benchmarks have improved by 10%-20% on ARM and 40%-50% on x64
• Fixed zooming out in apps using touchpad or mouse
• Improvements to platform reliability
• Using latest Chromium WebView to version 108
• Synchronizing global microphone and camera privacy toggles between Windows and Android apps
• Android 13 security updates

Giving feedback

If you are having issues with Windows Subsystem for Android™ – please file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. If you’re a developer, please give feedback at our Github site. Thanks, Windows Subsystem for Android™ Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/01/17/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-1515-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 17 Jan 2023 22:24:53 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176023 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.1515 (KB5019274) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.1515 (KB5019274) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:

• New! We combined Windows Spotlight with Themes on the Personalization page. This made it easier for you to discover and turn on the Windows Spotlight feature.
• New! We improved the Microsoft Account experience in Settings. For example, you could manage OneDrive subscriptions and storage alerts.
• New! We provide the full amount of storage capacity of all your OneDrive subscriptions. It also displayed the total storage on the Accounts page in the Settings app.
• New! We displayed storage alerts for Microsoft OneDrive subscribers on the Systems page in the Settings app. The alerts appeared when you were close to your storage limit. You could also manage your storage and purchase additional storage, if needed.
• New! We displayed Xbox subscription details on the Accounts page in the Settings app. Xbox subscribers could also manage their subscription on that page. Users who are not subscribers could explore Xbox subscription options on the Accounts page 
• We fixed an issue that affected searchindexer.exe. It randomly stopped you from signing in or signing out.
• We fixed an issue that stopped you from searching for a file based on the file’s contents.
• We fixed a resource conflict issue between two or more threads (known as a deadlock). This deadlock affected COM+ applications.
• We fixed an issue that affected conhost.exe. It stopped responding.
• We fixed an issue that affected some modern applications. This issue stopped them from opening.
• We fixed an issue that affected the Domain Name System (DNS) suffix search list. When you configured it, the parent domain might have been missing.
• We added support for long URL lengths of up to 8196 characters.
• We fixed an issue that might have occurred when the Input Method Editor (IME) was active. Applications might have stopped responding when you used the mouse and keyboard at the same time.
• We fixed an issue that might have affected FindWindow() or FindWindowEx(). They might have returned the wrong window handle.
• We fixed an issue that damaged memory. The issue occurred when you used certain HD audio controller hardware.
• We fixed an issue that affected certain systems that had firmware Trusted Platform Modules. (TPM). This issue stopped you from using AutoPilot to set up those systems.
• We fixed an issue that affected printing in landscape mode in Microsoft Edge. The print output was incorrect. This issue occurred when you used Microsoft Defender Application Guard.
• We fixed an issue the stopped the touch keyboard from opening.
• We fixed an issue that stopped explorer.exe from responding. This issue occurred when you used the play and pause buttons on your keyboard on certain devices.
• We fixed an issue that affected Windows Server 2022 domain controllers. They stopped responding when they managed Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) requests.
• We fixed an issue that affected the Resilient File System (ReFS) MSba tag. The issue caused a nonpaged pool leak.
• We fixed an issue that affected ReFS. The issue caused high nonpaged pool usage, which depleted system memory.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/01/17/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-1192-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 17 Jan 2023 19:21:23 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176021 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.1192 (KB5022360) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.1192 (KB5022360) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This month we are making a change in Release Preview to reduce the number of reboots that customer experience when upgrading. Starting this month, when customers upgrade to Windows 11, version 22H2, they will get the January optional quality update (KB5022360) and the .NET update alongside the Feature Update. This means when you upgrade to Windows 11, version 22H2 you will get the feature update with the latest and greatest security fixes for both Windows and .NET– all with only a single reboot! This update includes the following improvements:

• New! We changed the experience for preview .NET Framework updates. After you installed this update, all future preview (optional) .NET Framework updates will be displayed on the Settings > Windows Update > Advanced options > Optional updates page. On that page, you could control which optional updates you wanted to install.
• We fixed an issue that affected searchindexer.exe. It randomly stopped you from signing in or signing out.
• We fixed an issue that stopped you from searching for a file based on the file’s contents.
• We fixed a resource conflict issue between two or more threads (known as a deadlock). This deadlock affected COM+ applications.
• We fixed an issue that affected conhost.exe. It stopped responding.
• We fixed an issue that might have affected the Domain Name System (DNS) suffix search list. When you configured it, the parent domain might have been missing.
• We fixed an issue that might have occurred when the Input Method Editor (IME) was active. Applications might have stopped responding when you used the mouse and keyboard at the same time.
• We fixed an issue that might have affected FindWindow() or FindWindowEx(). They might have returned the wrong window handle.
• We fixed an issue that might have occurred when you converted or reconverted Japanese Kanji using a multibyte character set (MBCS) app. The cursor might have moved to the wrong location when you typed.
• We fixed an issue that might have affected applications that used Microsoft Edge WebView2 to display content. Applications that used WebView2 included Microsoft Office and the Widgets app. The content might have appeared blank or greyed out.
• We fixed an issue that affected certain systems that had firmware Trusted Platform Modules. (TPM). This issue stopped you from using AutoPilot to set up those systems.
• We fixed an issue that affected picture files you found using search on the taskbar. This issue stopped you from opening those pictures.
• We fixed an issue that affected mstsc.exe. It stopped responding while connecting to a RemoteApp and Desktop Connection.
• We fixed an issue that affected a Group Policy for Expanded Toasts.
• We fixed an issue that caused Windows Server 2022 domain controllers (DC) to stop responding. This occurred when they processed Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) requests.
• We fixed an issue that affected the Resilient File System (ReFS) MSba tag. The issue caused a nonpaged pool leak.
• We fixed an issue that affected the ReFS. The issue caused high nonpaged pool usage, which depleted system memory.
• We fixed an issue that affected devices that were subject to Microsoft Exploit Protection Export Address Filtering (EAF). Some applications stopped responding or did not open. These included Microsoft Office and Adobe Reader.
• We fixed an issue that affected some game controllers. When the game controller was connected to the computer, the computer might not have gone to Sleep mode.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2023/01/10/update-to-windows-subsystem-for-android-on-windows-11-january-2023/ Tue, 10 Jan 2023 18:02:17 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=176010 Today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to all Windows Insider channels. This update (2211.40000.11.0) will update WSA to Android 13, general reliability, and performance.

What’s New

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]]> 2211.40000.11.0) will update WSA to Android 13, general reliability, and performance.

What’s New

• Windows Subsystem for Android updated to Android 13
• Improvements in boot performance
• Improvements to mouse click input
• Improvements in clipboard stability
• Improvements to application resizing
• Reliability improvements to media files opening in Windows
• Jumplist entries for applications supporting app shortcuts

Giving feedback

If you are having issues with Windows Subsystem for Android™ – please file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. If you’re a developer, please give feedback at our Github site. Thanks, Windows Subsystem for Android™ Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/11/17/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-898-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 17 Nov 2022 22:17:44 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175963 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.898 (KB5020044) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  

This update include

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.898 (KB5020044) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following improvements:

• New! We gave Microsoft OneDrive subscribers storage alerts 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.
• New! We provided the full amount of storage capacity from all your OneDrive subscriptions. It also displays the total storage on the Accounts page in the Settings app.
• New! We combined Windows Spotlight with Themes on the Personalization page. This makes it easier for you to discover and turn on the Windows Spotlight feature.
• New! We added the organizational messages feature. With it, third-party companies can now provide content to their employees. They do not need to use the default behavior of Windows.
• We fixed an issue that affected some modern applications. It stopped them from opening.
• We fixed an issue that affected some devices that are managed by an enterprise. We improved the reliability of app installations for them.
• We fixed an issue that affected daylight saving time (DST) in the Republic of Fiji. It canceled DST for 2022.
• We fixed an issue that affected Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) authentication hardening. We will automatically raise the authentication level for all non-anonymous activation requests from DCOM clients to RPC_C_AUTHN_LEVEL_PKT_INTEGRITY. This occurs if the authentication level is below Packet Integrity.
• We fixed an issue that affected Unified Update Platform (UUP) on-premises customers. It removed the block that stopped them from getting offline language packs.
• We fixed an issue that affected process creation. It failed to create security audits for it and other related audit events.
• We fixed an issue that affected cluster name objects (CNO) or virtual computer objects (VCO). Password reset failed. The error message was, "There was an error resetting the AD password... // 0x80070005”.
• We fixed an issue that affected transparency in layered windows. This occurred when you were in High Definition remote applications integrated locally (RAIL) mode.
• We fixed an issue that affected certain applications. They stopped working. This occurred when you used keyboard shortcuts to change the input mode for the Japanese Input Method Editor (IME).
• We fixed an issue that affected microphone streams that used the Listen To feature to route to the speaker endpoint. The microphone stopped working after you restarted the device.
• We fixed an issue that might have affected applications that run on the Windows Lock Down Policy (WLDP). They might have stopped working.
• We fixed an issue that affected Microsoft Defender when it is not the primary antivirus. Microsoft Defender failed to turn off passive mode. This issue occurred when you turned off Smart App Control (SAC).
• We added .wcx to the list of Dangerous Extensions that some app control policies do not allow.
• We fixed an issue that affected Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. Automated investigation blocked live response investigations.
• We fixed an issue that affected printing in landscape mode in Microsoft Edge. The print output was incorrect. This issue occurred when you used Microsoft Defender Application Guard.
• We fixed an issue that caused File Explorer to stop working. This occurred when you closed context menus and menu items.
• We fixed an issue that might have caused certain apps to stop responding. This occurred when you opened the Open File dialog.
• We fixed an issue that sometimes affected File Explorer when you opened a file. Because of this, there was high CPU usage.
• We fixed an issue that affected protocol activation of the Settings app. The app failed to open a page under the Accounts category.
• We fixed an issue that affected a computer account. Use of non-standard characters stopped the cleanup of the Out of Box Experience (OOBE) accounts.
• We fixed an issue that affected the CopyFile It might have sometimes returned error 317: ERROR_MR_MID_NOT_FOUND.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/11/17/update-to-windows-subsystem-for-android-on-windows-11-november-2022/ Thu, 17 Nov 2022 21:00:09 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175961 Hello Windows Insiders,

Today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to all Windows Insider Dev and Beta Channels. This update (2210.40000.7.0) will improve camera, general reliability, and perf

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]]> 2210.40000.7.0) will improve camera, general reliability, and performance.

What’s New

• Enhancement of audio recording quality
• Enhancement of OAuth scenarios
• Support for MPEG2 decoding
• Improvements to the camera experience when the device is not equipped with a camera
• Improvements in input reliability
• Chromium update to 106

Giving feedback

If you are having issues with Windows Subsystem for Android™ – please file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/11/10/releasing-windows-10-build-19045-2301-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 10 Nov 2022 22:38:46 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175957 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.2301 (KB5020030) to the Release

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]]> Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.2301 (KB5020030) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 22H2.  This update includes the following improvements:  

• New! We provided the Quick Assist application for your client device. 
• New! The search box now appears, by default, on the taskbar when the taskbar is at the top of your screen or when you turn on small taskbar button mode. You can use the search box to discover information and search your PC and the web directly from your taskbar. To configure how search appears, right-click the taskbar of your primary monitor and hover over Search. For more information, see Learn more about search. 

• We fixed an issue that affected some devices that are managed by an enterprise. We improved the reliability of app installations for them.  
• We fixed an issue that affected cluster name objects (CNO) or virtual computer objects (VCO). Password reset failed. The error message was, " There was an error resetting the AD password... // 0x80070005”. 
• We fixed some persistent update failures for the Microsoft Store.  
• We fixed an issue that affected Microsoft Direct3D 9 (D3D9). It caused D3D9 to stop working when you used Microsoft Remote Desktop.  
• We fixed an issue that affected certain printers. The print outputs were misaligned.  

• We fixed an issue that might have affected applications that run on the Windows Lock Down Policy (WLDP). They might have stopped working. 
• We fixed an issue that affected Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. Automated investigation blocked live response investigations.  

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team ]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/11/10/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-1279-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 10 Nov 2022 22:37:34 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175955 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.1279 (KB5019157) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (or

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]]> Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.1279 (KB5019157) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).    This update includes the following improvements: 

• New! We provided the Quick Assist application for your client device. 
• We fixed some persistent update failures for the Microsoft Store.  
• We fixed an issue that affected some devices that are managed by an enterprise. It improved the reliability of app installations for them.  
• We fixed an issue that affected Unified Update Platform (UUP) on-premises customers. It removed the block that stops them from getting offline language packs.  
• We fixed an issue that affected cluster name objects (CNO) or virtual computer objects (VCO). Password reset failed. The error message was, " There was an error resetting the AD password... // 0x80070005”.  
• We fixed an issue that affected Microsoft Direct3D 9 (D3D9). It caused D3D9 to stop working when you use Microsoft Remote Desktop.  
• We fixed an issue that affected the Windows Firewall service. It did not start when you turned on the Override block rules option.  
• We fixed an issue that might have affected applications that run on the Windows Lock Down Policy (WLDP). They might have stopped working.  
• We fixed an issue that affected Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. Automated investigation blocked live response investigations.  
• We fixed an issue that affected TextInputHost.exe. It stopped responding.  
• We fixed an issue that affected pinned apps on the Start menu. The Start menu stopped working when you moved between pages of pinned apps. This issue occurred when the language is a right to left (RTL) language. 

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team  ]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/10/20/update-to-windows-subsystem-for-android-on-windows-11-october-2022/ Thu, 20 Oct 2022 18:00:21 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175920 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to the Windows Insider Dev and Beta Channels. This update (2209.40000.26.0) will improve security, camera, general reliability

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]]> 2209.40000.26.0) will improve security, camera, general reliability, and performance. UPDATE: This update has rolled out to the Release Preview Channel as well as of 10/31.

What’s New

• Improvements to the Camera HAL
• Improvements to clipboard stability
• Improvements to multi-threaded (>8 core) performance
• Improved security for graphic streaming
• Reliability improvements for package launches
• Security updates for ANGLE and GSK
• Annotated telemetry with package installation sources
• Window with legal information has been fixed
• Security updates to the Linux kernel
• Enhancements to platform stability
• Updated to Chromium WebView 105

Giving feedback

If you are having issues with Windows Subsystem for Android™ – please file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/10/19/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-754-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Wed, 19 Oct 2022 20:23:02 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175916 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.754 (KB5018496) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.  

This update include

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.754 (KB5018496) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following improvements:

• New! We added improvements to the Microsoft Account experience in Settings. For instance, you can manage your Microsoft One Drive subscription and related storage alerts.
• New! We enhanced search visual treatments on the taskbar to improve discoverability. This is available to a small audience initially and deploys more broadly in the months that follow. Some devices might notice different visual treatments as we gather feedback. To learn more about why you might be seeing these changes, see Search for anything, anywhere.
• New! We enhance the backup experience when using your Microsoft Account (MSA). Some devices might notice visual treatments for this enhancement. This is available to a small audience initially and deploys more broadly in the months that follow.
• New! We added Task Manager to the context menu when you right-click the taskbar. This feature rolls out in the coming weeks.
• We enabled the ms-appinstaller Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) to work for the DesktopAppInstaller.
• We will not start daylight saving time in Jordan at the end of October 2022.
• We fixed an issue that affects Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) authentication hardening. We will automatically raise the authentication level for all non-anonymous activation requests from DCOM clients to RPC_C_AUTHN_LEVEL_PKT_INTEGRITY. This occurs if the authentication level is below Packet Integrity.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Windows Search service. Indexing progress is slow when you use the service.
• We fixed an issue that affects cached credentials for security keys and Fast Identity Online 2.0 (FIDO2) authentications. On hybrid domain-joined devices, the system removes these cached credentials.
• We fixed an issue that might affect some types of Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Transport Layer Security (TLS) connections. These connections might have handshake failures. For developers, the affected connections are likely to send multiple frames followed by a partial frame with a size of less than 5 bytes within a single input buffer. If the connection fails, your app will receive the error, “SEC_E_ILLEGAL_MESSAGE”.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Microsoft Azure Active Directory (AAD) Application Proxy connector. It cannot retrieve a Kerberos ticket on behalf of the user. The error message is, “The handle specified is invalid (0x80090301).”
• We fixed an issue that affects certificate mapping. When it fails, lsass.exe might stop working in schannel.dll.
• We fixed an issue that affects Microsoft Edge when it is in IE Mode. The titles of pop-up windows and tabs are wrong.
• We fixed an issue that affects Microsoft Edge IE mode. It stops you from opening webpages. This occurs when you enable Windows Defender Application Guard (WDAG) and you do not configure Network Isolation policies.
• We fixed an issue that affects title bars when you use third-party tools to customize them. The title bars did not render. This update ensures that title bars render; however, we cannot guarantee all text customizations will work as before.
• We fixed an issue that might cause vertical and horizontal line artifacts to appear on the screen.
• We fixed an issue that affects input method editors (IME) from Microsoft and third parties. They stop working when you close the IME window. This occurs if the IME uses Windows Text Services Framework (TSF) 1.0.
• We fixed an issue that might fail to sync the audio when you record game play using the Xbox Game Bar.
• We updated the Windows kernel vulnerable driver blocklist that is in the DriverSiPolicy.p7b file. This update also ensures that the blocklist is the same across Windows 10 and Windows 11.
• We extended original equipment manufacturer (OEM) control of Hypervisor-protected Code Integrity (HVCI) enforcement for targeted hardware configurations.
• We fixed an issue that affects File Explorer. It is less dependable when you browse for Microsoft OneDrive folders.
• We fixed an issue that affects the button style BS_PUSHLIKE. Buttons that have this style are difficult to identify against a dark background.
• We fixed an issue in that stops the credential UI from displaying in IE mode when you use Microsoft Edge.
• We fixed an issue that affects Server Manager. It might reset the wrong disk when several disks have the same UniqueId.
• We address an issue that affects the CopyFile function. It returns ERROR_INVALID_HANDLE instead of ERROR_FILE_NOT_FOUND when it is called with an invalid source file.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Start menu. It stops working when you use keyboard commands to move pinned items to a folder at the end of a list.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team EDITOR'S NOTE 10/21: We incorrectly noted a fix for Windows Hello Face and Fingerprint enrollment which has been removed from this post. ]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/10/18/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-1163-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 18 Oct 2022 21:57:43 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175908 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.1163 (KB5018483) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).  

This update includes the follo

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.1163 (KB5018483) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:

• New! We added improvements to Windows search results and performance.
• New! We added Task Manager to the context menu when you right-click the taskbar. This feature rolls out in the coming weeks.
• We fixed an issue that affects Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) authentication hardening. We will automatically raise the authentication level for all non-anonymous activation requests from DCOM clients to RPC_C_AUTHN_LEVEL_PKT_INTEGRITY. This occurs if the authentication level is below Packet Integrity.
• We fixed a DCOM issue that affects the Remote Procedure Call Service (rpcss.exe). We raise the authentication level to RPC_C_AUTHN_LEVEL_PKT_INTEGRITY instead of RPC_C_AUTHN_LEVEL_CONNECT if RPC_C_AUTHN_LEVEL_NONE is specified.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Microsoft Azure Active Directory (AAD) Application Proxy connector. It cannot retrieve a Kerberos ticket on behalf of the user. The error message is, “The handle specified is invalid (0x80090301).”
• We fixed an issue that affects scheduled Native Image Generator (Ngen.exe) tasks on devices that have certain processors.
• We fixed an issue that affects certificate mapping. When it fails, lsass.exe might stop working in schannel.dll.
• We fixed an issue that causes an OS upgrade to stop responding, and then it fails.
• We fixed an issue that affects a task you schedule to run every two weeks. It runs every week.
• We fixed an issue that affects Microsoft Direct3D 9 games. The graphics hardware stops working if the hardware does not have a native Direct3D 9 driver.
• We fixed an issue that affects the font of three Chinese characters. When you format these characters as bold, the width size is wrong.
• We fixed graphical issues in games that use Microsoft D3D9 on some platforms.
• We fixed an issue that affects Microsoft Edge when it is in IE Mode. The titles of pop-up windows and tabs are wrong.
• We fixed an issue that affects Microsoft Edge IE mode. It stops you from opening webpages. This occurs when you enable Windows Defender Application Guard (WDAG) and you do not configure Network Isolation policies.
• We fixed an issue that affects input method editors (IME) from Microsoft and third parties. They stop working when you close the IME window. This occurs if the IME uses Windows Text Services Framework (TSF) 1.0.
• We fixed an issue that affects the lasso tool in a graphics editing program.
• We fixed an issue that affects a universal printer. You cannot reinstall it after you remove it.
• We fixed an issue that creates a duplicate print queue. Because of this, the original print queue stops working.
• We fixed an issue that affects some drivers. They use more power when you play hardware-protected digital rights management (DRM) content.
• We fixed an issue that affects driver installation on certain hardware. You cannot see the display of the progress of the installation.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Clipchamp application that is in the Windows 11 SE edition. Clipchamp will not run.
• We fixed an issue that affects .msi files. Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) will ignore them when you disable script enforcement.
• We fixed an issue that affects a remote desktop virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) scenario. The session might use the wrong time zone.
• We fixed an issue that affects File Explorer on a remote desktop (RD) session host. File Explorer stops working. This occurs when a non-Windows client connects to a Windows 11 RD session host, and you enable the Time Zone Redirection policy.
• We fixed an issue that affects the button style BS_PUSHLIKE. Buttons that have this style are difficult to identify against a dark background.
• We fixed an issue in that stops the credentials UI from displaying in IE mode when you use Microsoft Edge.
• We fixed an issue that affects Server Manager. It might reset the wrong disk when several disks have the same UniqueId.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/10/18/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-2192-to-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 18 Oct 2022 21:41:44 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175906 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.2192 (KB5018482) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10,

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]]> Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.2192 (KB5018482) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H2. This update includes the following improvements:

• We fixed an issue that affects Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) authentication hardening. We will automatically raise the authentication level for all non-anonymous activation requests from DCOM clients to RPC_C_AUTHN_LEVEL_PKT_INTEGRITY. This occurs if the authentication level is below Packet Integrity.
• We fixed a DCOM issue that affects the Remote Procedure Call Service (rpcss.exe). We raise the authentication level to RPC_C_AUTHN_LEVEL_PKT_INTEGRITY instead of RPC_C_AUTHN_LEVEL_CONNECT if RPC_C_AUTHN_LEVEL_NONE is specified.
• We fixed an issue that causes an OS upgrade to stop responding, and then it fails.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Microsoft Azure Active Directory (AAD) Application Proxy connector. It cannot retrieve a Kerberos ticket on behalf of the user. The error message is, “The handle specified is invalid (0x80090301).”
• We fixed an issue that affects the font of three Chinese characters. When you format these characters as bold, the width size is wrong.
• We fixed an issue that affects Microsoft Direct3D 9 games. The graphics hardware stops working if the hardware does not have a native Direct3D 9 driver.
• We fixed graphical issues in games that use Microsoft D3D9 on some platforms.
• We fixed an issue that affects Microsoft Edge when it is in IE Mode. The titles of pop-up windows and tabs are wrong.
• We fixed an issue that affects Microsoft Edge IE mode. It stops you from opening webpages. This occurs when you enable Windows Defender Application Guard (WDAG) and you do not configure Network Isolation policies.
• We fixed an issue that might cause an application to stop responding. This might occur when the input queue overflows.
• We fixed an issue that affects input method editors (IME) from Microsoft and third parties. They stop working when you close the IME window. This occurs if the IME uses Windows Text Services Framework (TSF) 1.0.
• We fixed an issue that affects the lasso tool in a graphics editing program.
• We fixed an issue that affects Miracast advertisements. This issue occurs on Surface Hub devices under certain conditions.
• We fixed an issue that affects some drivers. They use more power when you play hardware-protected digital rights management (DRM) content.
• We fixed an issue that affects .msi files. Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) will ignore them when you disable script enforcement.
• We fixed an issue that affects a remote desktop virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) scenario. The session might use the wrong time zone.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/10/11/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-675-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 11 Oct 2022 21:51:33 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175893 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.675 (KB5019509) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.675 to the Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.675 (KB5019509) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update enables the following new features that began rolling out to Insiders in Release Preview on Windows 11, version 22H2, last week:

• New! We enhance File Explorer. It now includes tabs to help you organize your File Explorer sessions like you do in Microsoft Edge. On the new File Explorer homepage, you can pin important files for quick and easy access. Using the power of Microsoft OneDrive, you can view your colleagues’ actions on your shared files. We also provide personalized suggestions based on your Microsoft 365 account.
• New! We add a feature called Suggested Actions for items that you copy. This is available for customers in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. For example, when you copy phone numbers or future dates, we provide suggestions, such as make a call with Teams or Skype or add an event in the Calendar app.
• New! We add a taskbar overflow menu. The taskbar will offer an entry point to a menu that shows you all your overflowed apps in one space.
• New! You can now share to more devices. You can discover and share to more devices, including desktops, using a nearby sharing.

As a reminder, these are some of the additional set of experiences coming in October for customers on Windows 11, version 22H2, that Panos announced a few weeks ago as part of delivering continuous Windows innovation and value. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/10/04/rolling-out-new-features-for-windows-11-version-22h2-in-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 04 Oct 2022 20:34:41 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175879 Hello Windows Insiders,

As Panos announced a few weeks ago, we have an additional set of experiences coming in October for customers on

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]]> announced a few weeks ago, we have an additional set of experiences coming in October for customers on Windows 11, version 22H2, as part of delivering continuous Windows innovation and value. We are beginning to roll out some of those new features to Windows Insiders in Release Preview on Windows 11, version 22H2 Build 22621.608 (KB5017389) including:

• New! We enhance File Explorer. It now includes tabs to help you organize your File Explorer sessions like you do in Microsoft Edge. On the new File Explorer homepage, you can pin important files for quick and easy access. Using the power of Microsoft OneDrive, you can view your colleagues’ actions on your shared files. We also provide personalized suggestions based on your Microsoft 365 account.
• New! We add a feature called Suggested Actions for items that you copy. This is available for customers in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. For example, when you copy phone numbers or future dates, we provide suggestions, such as make a call with Teams or Skype or add an event in the Calendar app.
• New! We add a taskbar overflow menu. The taskbar will offer an entry point to a menu that shows you all your overflowed apps in one space.
• New! You can now share to more devices. You can discover and share to more devices, including desktops, using a nearby sharing.

NOTE: Not all Insiders will see these new features right away as we monitor feedback before pushing them out to more Insiders. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/09/22/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-607-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 22 Sep 2022 21:04:21 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175865 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.607 (KB5017389) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.607 to the Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.607 (KB5017389) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following improvements:

• We fixed an issue that affects some apps that were not signed by the Microsoft Store. You must reinstall them after you upgrade the OS.
• We fixed issues that cause updates to the Microsoft Store to fail.
• We fixed an issue that stops you from signing in to various Microsoft Office 365 apps. This affects Outlook, Word, Teams, and so on.
• We updated the start date for daylight saving time in Chile. It will start on September 11, 2022 instead of on September 4, 2022.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Windows Search service. It causes the indexing progress for the service to be slow.
• We fixed an issue that affects some processors. This issue occurs when you turn on Hyper-V and kernel Direct Memory Access (DMA) protections.
• We fixed an issue that affects a network’s static IP. The issue causes the configuration of the static IP to be inconsistent. Because of this, NetworkAdapterConfiguration() fails sporadically.
• We fixed an issue that affects Task Manager. It stops working when you switch between light and dark mode or change the accent color.
• We fixed an issue that affects the font of three Chinese characters. When you format these characters as bold, the width size is wrong.
• We fixed an issue that affects graphics drivers that use d3d9on12.dll.
• We reduced the power that the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol uses on some devices when they are in Sleep mode.
• We fixed an issue that affects URLs generated by JavaScript: URLs. These URLs do not work as expected when you add them to the Favorites menu in IE mode.
• We fixed an issue that forces the IE mode tabs in a session to reload.
• We fixed an issue that affects window.open in IE mode.
• We fixed an issue that successfully opens a browser window in IE mode to display a PDF file. Later, browsing to another IE mode site within the same window fails.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Microsoft Japanese input method editor (IME). Text reconversion fails when you use some third-party virtual desktops.
• We fixed an issue that might cause an application to stop responding. This might occur when the input queue overflows.
• We fixed an issue that affects XML Paper Specification (XPS) viewers. This might stop you from opening XPS files in some non-English languages. These include some Japanese and Chinese character encodings. This issue affects XPS and Open XPS (OXPS) files.
• We fixed an issue that creates a duplicate print queue. Because of this, the original print queue stops working.
• We fixed an issue that might bypass MSHTML and ActiveX rules for Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC).
• We fixed an issue that affects the Miracast UI. Sometimes it closes too soon when you cast to devices that use the DeviceObjectType:Aep.
• We added more dynamic Widgets content to your taskbar with notification badging. When you open the Widgets board, a banner appears at the top of the board. It provides more information about what triggered the notification badge.
• We fixed an issue that affects the SharedPC account manager. The issue stops it from deleting many accounts during cleanup.
• We fixed an issue that causes LogonUI.exe to stop working. Because of this, you cannot dismiss the lock screen to view the credentials screen.
• We fixed an issue that affects Dual SIM calling. If you select no SIM on your phone and initiate a call on your device, Dual SIM functionality does not work.
• We fixed an issue that affects the FindNextFileNameW() It might leak memory.
• We fixed an issue that affects robocopy. Robocopy fails to set a file to the right modified time when using the /IS
• We fixed an issue that affects cldflt.sys. A stop error occurs when it is used with Microsoft OneDrive.
• We fixed an issue that affects Roaming User Profiles. After you sign in or sign out, some of your settings are not restored.
• We fixed an issue that affects the LanmanWorkstation service. It leaks memory when you mount a network drive.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/09/15/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-1041-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 15 Sep 2022 21:31:47 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175851 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.1041 (KB5017383) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).  

This update i

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.1041 (KB5017383) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:

• New! We introduced WebAuthn redirection. It lets you authenticate in apps and on websites without a password when you use Remote Desktop. Then, you can use Windows Hello or security devices, such as Fast Identity Online 2.0 (FIDO2) keys.
• New! We added more dynamic Widgets content to your taskbar with notification badging. When you open the Widgets board, a banner appears at the top of the board. It provides more information about what triggered the notification badge.
• We fixed an issue that requires you to reinstall an app if the Microsoft Store has not signed that app. This issue occurs after you upgrade to a newer OS.
• We fixed an issue that stops codecs from being updated from the Microsoft Store.
• We fixed a race condition in framework autorepair registration. This issue occurs because a registration key is missing.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Network Policy Server Management (NPSM) service. This issue causes major delays when you sign out.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Windows Search service. Indexing progress is slow when you use the service.
• We fixed an issue that affects cached credentials for security keys and FIDO2 authentications. On hybrid domain-joined devices, the system removes these cached credentials.
• We fixed an issue that affects a network’s static IP. The issue causes the configuration of the static IP to be inconsistent. Because of this, NetworkAdapterConfiguration() fails sporadically.
• We fixed a rare stop error that happens after you change the display mode and more than one display is in use.
• We fixed an issue that affects rendering in Desktop Window Manager (DWM). This issue might cause your device to stop responding in a virtual machine setting when you use certain video graphics drivers.
• We fixed an issue that affects graphics drivers that use d3d9on12.dll.
• We fixed an issue that affects URLs generated by JavaScript: URLs. These URLs do not work as expected when you add them to the Favorites menu in IE mode.
• We fixed an issue that forces the IE mode tabs in a session to reload.
• We fixed an issue that successfully opens a browser window in IE mode to display a PDF file. Later, browsing to another IE mode site within the same window fails.
• We fixed an issue that affects window.open in IE mode.
• We introduced a Group Policy that enables and disables Microsoft HTML Application (MSHTA) files.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Microsoft Japanese input method editor (IME). Text reconversion fails when you use some third-party virtual desktops.
• We fixed an issue that occurs when the input queue overflows. This might cause an application to stop responding.
• We fixed an issue that might cause a black screen to appear on your display. This might occur when you use a pen to turn on high dynamic range (HDR).
• We fixed an issue that affects the App-V client service. The service leaks memory when you delete App-V registry nodes.
• We fixed an issue that might change the default printer if the printer is a network printer.
• We fixed an issue that affects WDAC policies. If you enable SecureLaunch on a device, WDAC policies will not apply to that device.
• We fixed an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) path rules. This issue stops .msi and PowerShell scripts from running.
• We fixed an issue that might bypass MSHTML and ActiveX rules for WDAC.
• We fixed an issue that causes WDAC to log 3091 and 3092 events in audit mode.
• We fixed an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). It stops WDAC from logging .NET Dynamic Code trust verification failures.
• We fixed an issue that occurs when a WDAC policy fails to load. The system logs that failure as an error, but the system should log the failure as a warning.
• We fixed an issue that affects Code Integrity logging. It logs issues as errors instead of warnings. Because of this, automatic repair is triggered.
• We fixed an issue that affects the touch keyboard. The touch keyboard immediately closes when you tap to switch apps.
• We fixed an issue that causes LogonUI.exe to stop working. Because of this, you cannot dismiss the lock screen to view the credentials screen.
• We fixed an issue that affects the FindNextFileNameW() It might leak memory.
• We fixed an issue that affects robocopy. Robocopy fails to set a file to the right modified time when using the /IS
• We fixed an issue that affects cldflt.sys. A stop error occurs when it is used with Microsoft OneDrive.
• We fixed an issue that affects the LanmanWorkstation service. When you mount a network drive, the service leaks memory.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Get-SmbServerNetworkInterface It only retrieves a subset of the available network interfaces.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Get-SmbServerConfiguration It only allows you to run it if you are an administrator.
• We fixed an issue that affects Roaming User Profiles. After you sign in or sign out, some of your settings are not restored.
• We fixed a known issue that affects XML Paper Specification (XPS) viewers. This might stop you from opening XPS files in some non-English languages. These include some Japanese and Chinese character encodings. This issue affects XPS and Open XPS (OXPS) files.
• We fixed a known issue that affects daylight saving time in Chile. This issue might affect the time and dates used for meetings, apps, tasks, services, transactions, and more.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/09/15/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-2075-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 15 Sep 2022 21:22:31 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175849 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.2075 (KB5017380) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H2.

Th

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]]> Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.2075 (KB5017380) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H2. This update includes the following improvements:

• New! We turned off Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.0 and 1.1 by default in Microsoft browsers and applications. To learn more, see Plan for change: TLS 1.0 and TLS 1.1 soon to be disabled by default.
• New! We provided the ability to search for the controls for news and interests on the taskbar and modify them using the Settings app. To change your settings, navigate to Settings > Personalization > Taskbar > News and interests. Otherwise, right-click the taskbar and select Taskbar settings.
• New! We supported all taskbar orientations for news and interests. A top, left, or right taskbar now has features and settings much like the horizontal taskbar.
• New! We introduced WebAuthn redirection. It lets you authenticate in apps and on websites without a password when you use Remote Desktop. Then, you can use Windows Hello or security devices, such as Fast Identity Online 2.0 (FIDO2) keys.
• New! We introduced functionality that lets you use Azure Active Directory (AD) authentication to sign in to Windows using Remote Desktop. Then, you can use Windows Hello or security devices, such as Fast Identity Online 2.0 (FIDO2) keys, for remote sign in. It also enables the use of Conditional Access policies.
• We fixed an issue that requires you to reinstall an app if the Microsoft Store has not signed that app. This issue occurs after you upgrade to Windows 10 or a newer OS.
• We fixed an issue that prevents MSIX updates from installing from the same URL.
• We fixed an issue that stops codecs from being updated from the Microsoft Store.
• We fixed an issue that affects cached credentials for security keys and Fast Identity Online 2.0 (FIDO2) authentications. On hybrid domain-joined devices, the system removes these cached credentials.
• We fixed an issue that affects a network’s static IP. The issue causes the configuration of the static IP to be inconsistent. Because of this, NetworkAdapterConfiguration() fails sporadically.
• We fixed an issue that affects rendering in Desktop Window Manager (DWM). This issue might cause your device to stop responding in a virtual machine setting when you use certain video graphics drivers.
• We fixed a rare stop error that happens after you change the display mode and more than one display is in use.
• We fixed an issue that affects graphics drivers that use d3d9on12.dll.
• We fixed an issue that forces the IE mode tabs in a session to reload.
• We fixed an issue that affects URLs generated by JavaScript: URLs. These URLs do not work as expected when you add them to the Favorites menu in IE mode.
• We fixed an issue that affects window.open in IE mode.
• We fixed an issue that successfully opens a browser window in IE mode to display a PDF file. Later, browsing to another IE mode site within the same window fails.
• We introduced a Group Policy that enables and disables Microsoft HTML Application (MSHTA) files.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Microsoft Japanese input method editor (IME). Text reconversion fails when you use some third-party virtual desktops.
• We fixed an issue that affects the App-V client service. The service leaks memory when you delete App-V registry nodes.
• We fixed an issue that might change the default printer if the printer is a network printer.
• We fixed an issue that affects the ProjectionManager.StartProjectingAsync API. This issue stops some locales from connecting to Miracast Sinks.
• We fixed an issue that affects Group Policy Objects. Because of this, the system might stop working.
• We fixed an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) path rules. This issue stops .msi and PowerShell scripts from running.
• We fixed an issue that might bypass MSHTML and ActiveX rules for WDAC.
• We fixed an issue that causes WDAC to log 3091 and 3092 events in audit mode.
• We fixed an issue that affects Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC). It stops WDAC from logging .NET Dynamic Code trust verification failures.
• We fixed an issue that affects WDAC policies. If you enable SecureLaunch on a device, WDAC policies will not apply to that device.
• We fixed an issue that occurs when a WDAC policy fails to load. The system logs that failure as an error, but the system should log the failure as a warning.
• We fixed an issue that affects non-Windows devices. It stops these devices from authenticating. This issue occurs when they connect to a Windows-based remote desktop and use a smart card to authenticate.
• We fixed an issue that occasionally causes explorer.exe to stop working when explorer.exe opens.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Microsoft Japanese IME when it is active and the IME mode is on. When you use the numeric keypad to insert a dash (-) character, the IME inserts the wrong one.
• We fixed an issue that affects the rendering of the search box. It does not render properly if you sign in using Table mode.
• We fixed an issue that affects the FindNextFileNameW() function. It might leak memory.
• We fixed an issue that affects robocopy. Robocopy fails to set a file to the right modified time when using the /IS option.
• We fixed an issue that affects cldflt.sys. A stop error occurs when it is used with Microsoft OneDrive.
• We fixed an issue that affects the LanmanWorkstation service. It leaks memory when you mount a network drive. 40366335 Risk Pending
• We fixed an issue that affects Roaming User Profiles. After you sign in or sign out, some of your settings are not restored.
• We fixed a known issue that affects XML Paper Specification (XPS) viewers. This might stop you from opening XPS files in some non-English languages. These include some Japanese and Chinese character encodings. This issue affects XPS and Open XPS (OXPS) files.
• We fixed a known issue that affects daylight saving time in Chile. This issue might affect the time and dates used for meetings, apps, tasks, services, transactions, and more.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/09/15/update-to-windows-subsystem-for-android-on-windows-11-september-2022/ Thu, 15 Sep 2022 17:31:44 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175846 Hello Windows Insiders,

Today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to all Windows Insider channels (U.S. and Japan only). This update (version 2208.40000.4.0) will improve security, input issu

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]]> version 2208.40000.4.0) will improve security, input issues, general reliability, and performance.

What’s New

• Reliability fixes for App Not Responding (ANR) errors
• Improvements to input compatibility shims
• Improvements to scrolling (smoothness) in apps
• Usability Improvements to the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app
• Startup performance improvements
• Fixed crashes when copying and pasting extremely large content
• UX improvements for the game controls dialog
• Improvements to networking
• General graphics improvements
• Improvements for gamepad when using multiple apps
• Improved performance of uninstalling apps
• Fixed video playback issue for apps
• Updated to Chromium WebView 104
• Linux kernel security updates

Giving feedback

If you are having issues with Windows Subsystem for Android™ – please file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/08/31/update-to-windows-subsystem-for-android-on-windows-11-august-2022-2/ Wed, 31 Aug 2022 17:51:04 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175827 Hello Windows Insiders,

Today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to all Windows Insider channels (U.S. and Japan only). This update (version 2207.40000.8.0) will improve general input issues

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]]> version 2207.40000.8.0) will improve general input issues, networking, windowing, security and reliability including several updates to the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app.

What’s New

• New compatibility shim to allow apps to maintain aspect ratio but still support resize
• Accessibility improvements to the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app
• New compatibility shims in the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app
• Fixed problems with restarting apps
• Apps that update toast notifications instead of using progress toasts have better behavior
• Game controls user education dialog for apps with compatibility shims enabled
• Improvements with handling VPN
• Scrollbar fix for Windows Subsystem for Android Settings compatibility page
• User crash data and system app crash data is now being reported
• “No internet available” toast notification is now suppressed
• Custom Android toasts now render correctly
• Amazon Appstore 60.09 update
• Android security update
• Improved reliability

Giving feedback

If you are having issues with Windows Subsystem for Android™ – please file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/08/23/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-457-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 23 Aug 2022 18:02:54 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175802 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.457 (KB5016695) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.457 to the Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.457 (KB5016695) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2. This non-security update includes quality improvements. Key changes include:

• New! We enhanced Microsoft Defender for Endpoint’s ability to identify and intercept ransomware and advanced attacks.
• New! We compressed a file regardless of its size if you have configured Server Message Block (SMB) Compression.
• New! We improved storage replication that occurs over low bandwidth or congested wide area networks (WAN).
• New! You can now view the usage history for the following resources from the Settings page: 
• Camera 
• Microphone 
• Phone Calls 
• Messaging 
• Contacts 
• Screenshots and apps 
• Music library 

To use this feature, navigate to Settings >Privacy & Security

• We fixed an issue that causes Windows to display tablet mode features for some devices that do not have touchscreens.
• We fixed an issue that causes some application windows to have blank sections in the Task View preview.
• We fixed an issue that occurs for some of you when you copy files from network drives. The error code is 0x80070026.
• We fixed an issue that might cause the Local Security Authority Server Service (LSASS) to leak tokens. This issue affects devices that have installed Windows updates dated June 14, 2022 or later. This issue occurs when the device performs a specific form of service for user (S4U) in a non-Trusted Computing Base (TCB) Windows service that runs as Network Service.
• We fixed an issue that, in certain cases, causes sihost.exe to use a high amount of the CPU.
• We fixed an issue that causes Microsoft Edge to stop responding when you use IE mode. This issue also prevents you from interacting with a dialog. 40242609
• We fixed an issue that causes the App-V client service to leak memory when you delete App-V registry nodes.
• We fixed an issue that prevents you from opening a URL if the URL’s length is more than 2084 characters. This update supports a URL of up to 8192 characters.
• We fixed an issue that prevents codecs from being updated from the Microsoft Store.
• We fixed an issue that causes ServerAssignedConfigurations to be null in a few full configuration scenarios.
• We fixed an issue that sometimes prematurely interrupts the resizing operations of a Snap Assist area.
• We fixed an issue that might cause the deployment of the Windows Hello for Business certificate to fail in certain circumstances after you reset a device.
• We fixed an issue that prevents you from reinstalling Universal Printers after you remove them.
• We fixed an issue that prevents non-Windows devices from authenticating when they connect to a Windows-based remote desktop and use a smart card as the authentication method.
• We fixed an issue that causes the Settings app to stop working on server domain controllers (DCs) when accessing the Privacy > Activity history page.
• We fixed an issue that affects a lookup for a nonexistent security ID (SID) from the local domain using read-only domain controller (RODC). The lookup unexpectedly returns the STATUS_TRUSTED_DOMAIN_FAILURE error instead of STATUS_NONE_MAPPED or STATUS_SOME_MAPPED.
• We fixed an issue that prevents the Storage Migration Service (SMS) from completing the inventory on servers that have many shares. Error event 2509 appears in Microsoft-Windows-StorageMigrationService/Admin channel (ErrorId=-2146233088/ErrorMessage="Invalid table id").
• We fixed an issue that affects the Sync across your devices option under Settings > System > Clipboard. The option will not remain enabled. 

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/08/18/expanding-android-apps-on-windows-11-to-windows-insiders-in-japan/ Thu, 18 Aug 2022 21:33:49 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175808 Hello Windows Insiders,

Today we are expanding the preview of Android™ Apps on Windows 11 to Windows Insiders in Japan.

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]]> preview of Android™ Apps on Windows 11 to Windows Insiders in Japan. We are excited to take this first step on our path to make this preview available in other countries and regions. [caption id="attachment_175818" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Amazon Appstore in the Microsoft Store for Japanese Windows Insiders.[/caption] For the best experience, Insiders should update to Microsoft Store version 22206.1401.6 (or higher) to install the latest version of the Amazon Appstore.  Insiders must also be on Windows 11 Version 22H2 (or higher) on devices that meet the requirements for Windows Subsystem for Android™. As a reminder, check out this blog post on the latest update for Windows Subsystem for Android ™ and the latest improvements available to Windows Insiders in the U.S. and now Japan. Insiders who run into issues with Android™ Apps on Windows 11 can file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team EDITOR'S NOTE 8/23: Updated the screenshot to show the most current visuals in the Microsoft Store for Windows Insiders in Japan. ]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/08/16/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-917-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 16 Aug 2022 21:49:44 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175793 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.917 (KB5016691) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).

This non-security update includes quality improvements. Key changes

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.917 (KB5016691) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release). This non-security update includes quality improvements. Key changes include: 

• New! We gave IT admins the ability to remotely add languages and language-related features. Additionally, they can now manage language scenarios across several endpoint managers.
• New! We compressed a file regardless of its size if you have configured Server Message Block (SMB) Compression.
• New! We enhanced Microsoft Defender for Endpoint’s ability to identify and intercept ransomware and advanced attacks.
• We fixed an issue that causes ServerAssignedConfigurations to be null in a few full configuration scenarios.
• We fixed an issue that affects the automatic high dynamic range (Auto HDR) feature for cross-adapter resource scan-out (CASO)-capable GPU drivers.
• We fixed a known issue that causes Microsoft Edge to stop responding when you use IE mode. This issue also prevents you from interacting with a dialog. 
• We fixed an issue that prevents virtualized App-V Microsoft Office applications from opening or causes them to stop working.
• We fixed an issue that might cause the deployment of the Windows Hello for Business certificate to fail in certain circumstances after you reset a device.
• We fixed multiple issues related to USB printing, such as:
• A printer malfunctions after you restart or reinstall it
• Being in the wrong mode after you switch from an Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) Class Driver to an independent hardware vendor (IHV) driver
• Experiencing bidirectional communication issues that prevent you from accessing device features
• We fixed an issue that affects the ProjectionManager.StartProjectingAsync API. This issue stops some locales from connecting to Miracast Sinks.
• We fixed an issue that degrades BitLocker performance.
• We fixed an issue that prevents Windows 11 SE from trusting some Microsoft Store applications.
• We fixed an issue that prevents HyperVisor Code Integrity from being enabled automatically on systems that have Arm64 processors.
• We fixed an issue that stops non-Windows devices from authenticating. This issue occurs when they connect to a Windows-based remote desktop and use a smart card to authenticate.
• We fixed an issue that causes the Resultant Set of Policy tool (Rsop.msc) to stop working when it processes 1,000 or more “File System” security settings.
• We fixed an issue that causes the Take a Test app to remove all policies related to lockdown enforcement when you close the app.
• We fixed an issue that causes the Settings app to stop working on server domain controllers (DCs) when accessing the Privacy > Activity history page.
• We fixed an issue that might cause certain Bluetooth audio headsets to stop playing after a progress bar adjustment. This issue affects modern systems that support Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) offload.
• We fixed an issue that prevents devices from receiving an offer from Windows Update for the same extension driver when that extension driver is already installed without the base driver.
• We fixed a race condition that causes the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) to stop working on Active Directory domain controllers. This issue occurs when LSASS processes simultaneous Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) over Transport Layer Security (TLS) requests that fail to decrypt. The exception code is 0xc0000409 (STATUS_STACK_BUFFER_OVERRUN).
• We fixed an issue that affects a lookup for a nonexistent security ID (SID) from the local domain using read-only domain controller (RODC). The lookup unexpectedly returns the STATUS_TRUSTED_DOMAIN_FAILURE error instead of STATUS_NONE_MAPPED or STATUS_SOME_MAPPED.
• We fixed an issue that might cause the Local Security Authority Server Service (LSASS) to leak tokens. This issue affects devices that have installed Windows updates dated June 14, 2022 or later. This issue occurs when the device performs a specific form of service for user (S4U) in a non-Trusted Computing Base (TCB) Windows service that runs as Network Service.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/08/15/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1947-to-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 15 Aug 2022 21:24:26 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175792 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1947 (KB5016688) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H2.

This non-security update includes

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]]> Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1947 (KB5016688) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H2. This non-security update includes quality improvements. Key changes include: 

• New! We gave IT admins the ability to remotely add languages and language-related features. Additionally, they can now manage language scenarios across several endpoint managers. 
• New! We enhanced Microsoft Defender for Endpoint’s ability to identify and intercept ransomware and advanced attacks. 
• We fixed an issue that causes ServerAssignedConfigurations to be null in a few full configuration scenarios. 
• We fixed a known issue that causes Microsoft Edge to stop responding when you use IE mode. This issue also prevents you from interacting with a dialog.
• We fixed an issue that affects transparency in layered windows when you are in High Definition remote applications integrated locally (RAIL) mode. 
• We fixed an issue that might generate error 0x1E when you shut down or restart a device. 
• We fixed an issue that causes a subscription activation to fail under certain conditions.
• We fixed an issue that might cause some game installations to fail because of a licensing issue. 
• We fixed an issue that prevents virtualized App-V Microsoft Office applications from opening or causes them to stop working.
• We fixed an issue that might cause the deployment of the Windows Hello for Business certificate to fail in certain circumstances after you reset a device. 
• We fixed an issue that degrades BitLocker performance. 
• We fixed an issue that causes the Resultant Set of Policy tool (Rsop.msc) to stop working when it processes 1,000 or more “File System” security settings. 
• We fixed an issue that continues to trust a revoked Attestation Identity Key (AIK) certificate and fails to generate a new certificate. 
• We fixed an issue that causes the Take a Test app to remove all policies related to lockdown enforcement when you close the app. 
• We fixed an issue that affects the jump list icon colors in the Search app.
• We fixed an issue that affects Focus Assist functionality for applications that run in full screen. 
• We fixed an issue that prevents devices from receiving an offer from Windows Update for the same extension driver when that extension driver is already installed without the base driver. 
• We fixed a race condition that causes the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) to stop working on Active Directory domain controllers. This issue occurs when LSASS processes simultaneous Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) over Transport Layer Security (TLS) requests that fail to decrypt. The exception code is 0xc0000409 (STATUS_STACK_BUFFER_OVERRUN). 
• We fixed an issue that affects a lookup for a nonexistent security ID (SID) from the local domain using read-only domain controller (RODC). The lookup unexpectedly returns the STATUS_TRUSTED_DOMAIN_FAILURE error instead of STATUS_NONE_MAPPED or STATUS_SOME_MAPPED. 
• We fixed an issue that might cause cldflt.sys to reference invalid memory in race conditions.
• We fixed an issue that affects input and output in the Storport driver and might cause your system to stop responding.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/08/02/update-to-windows-subsystem-for-android-on-windows-11-august-2022/ Tue, 02 Aug 2022 17:30:50 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175783 Hello Windows Insiders,

Today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to all Windows Insider channels (U.S. only). This update (version 2206.40000.15.0) includes several new updates such as updat

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]]> version 2206.40000.15.0) includes several new updates such as updates for input compatibility in apps such as games, networking and windowing improvements, and reliability updates.

What’s New

• New suite of shims available to toggle in the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app which enables better experiences in several apps
  • Compatibility for games with joysticks (mapped to WASD)
  • Compatibility for gamepad in games
  • Compatibility for aiming in games with arrow keys
  • Compatibility for sliding in games with arrow keys
• Scrolling improvements
• Networking improvements
• Android minimum window size defaulted to 220dp
• Improved dialog when unsupported VPN is detected
• New toggle to view/save diagnostic data in the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app
• Security updates
• General reliability fixes, including improvements to diagnostic sizes
• Graphics improvements

Known Issues

• Some VPNs may not work with Advanced Networking. If you use a VPN and find Android apps do not have network connectivity, please disable Advanced Networking in the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app

Giving feedback

If you are having issues with Windows Subsystem for Android™ – please file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/07/28/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-317-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 28 Jul 2022 21:12:01 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175776 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.317 (KB5015885) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.317 to the Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.317 (KB5015885) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following improvements:

• We fixed an issue that prevents troubleshooters from opening.
• We fixed an issue that might increase the latency of games when vertical sync (VSync or v-sync) is in use.
• We fixed an issue that affects the ProjectionManager.StartProjectingAsync API and prevents certain locales from connecting to Miracast Sinks.
• We fixed an issue that causes the Smart App Control to block catalog-signed files.
• We fixed an issue that causes the Take a Test app to remove all policies related to lockdown enforcement when you close the app.
• We fixed an issue that might highly distort photos you take using the Camera app. This issue occurs when using certain cameras under certain low light conditions.
• We fixed an issue that throws an exception when you debug drivers using Visual Studio 2022 version 17.2 or later.
• We fixed an issue that causes the Windows profile service to fail sporadically. The failure might occur when signing in. The error message is, “gpsvc service failed to sign in. Access denied”.
• We fixed an issue that prevents virtualized App-V Office applications from opening or causes them to stop responding.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/07/18/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1862-to-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 18 Jul 2022 21:47:50 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175754 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1862 (KB5015878) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H2.

Th

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]]> Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1862 (KB5015878) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H2. This update includes the following improvements:

• New! We provided the ability for you to consent to receive urgent notifications when focus assist is on.

• New! We restored functionality for Windows Autopilot deployment scenarios that are affected by the security mitigation for hardware reuse. This update removed the one-time use restriction for self-deploying mode (SDM) and pre-provisioning (PP). This update also re-enabled any User Principal Name (UPN) display in user-driven mode (UDM) deployments for approved manufacturers.

• We reduced the overhead of resource contention in high input/output operations per second (IOPS) scenarios that have many threads contending on a single file.
• We improved the reliability of a push-button reset after an OS upgrade.
• We fixed an issue that makes the tenant restrictions event logging channel inaccessible if you remove the EN-US language pack.
• We fixed an issue that prevents certain troubleshooting tools from opening..
• We updated the Remove-Item cmdlet to properly interact with Microsoft OneDrive folders.
• We fixed an issue that causes certain docking stations to lose internet connectivity when waking from Sleep mode.
• We added functionality that caches additional audio endpoint information to improve the OS upgrade experience.

• We fixed an issue that might cause consecutive video clip playback to fail in games that use DX12.

• We fixed an issue that affects certain games that use the XAudio API to play sound effects.
• We fixed an issue that causes port mapping conflicts for containers.
• We fixed an issue that causes Code Integrity to continue trusting a file after the file has been modified.

• We fixed an issue that might cause Windows to stop working when you enable Windows Defender Application Control with the Intelligent Security Graph feature turned on.

• We fixed an issue that affects the height of the Search box when you use multiple monitors that have different resolutions as measured dots per inch (DPI).
• We fixed an issue that prevents the Storage Migration Service (SMS) from completing inventory on servers that have many shares. The system logs error event 2509 in Microsoft-Windows-StorageMigrationService/Admin channel (ErrorId=-2146233088/ErrorMessage="Invalid table id").

• We fixed an issue that causes the Windows profile service to fail sporadically. The failure might occur when signing in. The error message is, “gpsvc service failed to sign in. Access denied”.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team EDITOR'S NOTE: Updated the bullet regarding the troubleshooter fix for clarity. ]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/07/14/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-829-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 14 Jul 2022 21:09:50 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175743 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.829 (KB5015882) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).  

This update includes the following improvements:

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.829 (KB5015882) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:

• New! We provided the ability for you to consent to receive urgent notifications when focus assist is on.
• New! We provided the option for eligible devices to update to a newer Windows 11 version during the out-of-box experience (OOBE) when you first sign in. If you choose to update to a newer version, the update process will begin shortly after the update is installed on the device.
• New! We restored functionality for Windows Autopilot deployment scenarios that are affected by the security mitigation for hardware reuse. This update removed the one-time use restriction for self-deploying mode (SDM) and pre-provisioning (PP). This update also re-enabled any User Principal Name (UPN) display in user-driven mode (UDM) deployments for approved manufacturers.
• We fixed an issue in UIAutomation() that causes an application to stop working.
• We fixed an issue that prevents the Startup Task API from working as expected for certain apps.
• We improved the reliability of a push-button reset after an OS upgrade.
• We fixed an issue that makes the tenant restrictions event logging channel inaccessible if you remove the EN-US language pack.
• We fixed an issue that causes certificate-based machine account authentication to fail in some circumstances after you install the May 10, 2022 security updates on domain controllers.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Arm64EC code you build using the Windows 11 software development kit (SDK).
• We updated the Remove-Item cmdlet to properly interact with Microsoft OneDrive folders.
• We fixed an issue that prevents certain troubleshooting tools from opening.
• We fixed an issue that causes port mapping conflicts for containers.
• We fixed an issue that causes Code Integrity to continue trusting a file after the file has been modified.
• We fixed an issue that might cause Windows to stop working when you enable Windows Defender Application Control with the Intelligent Security Graph feature turned on.
• We deployed search highlights to devices. To access the policy for search highlights (on a device that has installed the June 2022 Cumulative Update Preview or July 2022 monthly quality update), go to C:\Windows\PolicyDefinitions and locate Search.admx. For your convenience, we will be publishing an updated version of the Administrative Templates (.admx) for Windows 11, version 21H2 to the Microsoft Download Center soon.
• We fixed an issue that causes explorer.exe to stop working when you use the play and pause keyboard buttons on certain devices.
• We fixed an issue that causes explorer.exe to stop working when you use the Start menu’s context menu (Win + X) and an external monitor is connected to your device.
• We fixed an issue that displays a blank window that you cannot close when you hover over the search icon on the taskbar.
• We reduced the overhead of resource contention in high input/output operations per second (IOPS) scenarios that have many threads contending on a single file.
• We fixed an issue that causes the Windows profile service to fail sporadically. The failure might occur when signing in. The error message is, “gpsvc service failed to sign in. Access denied”.

Known issue:

• On some devices, Widgets may crash in the background upon logging in and show the static default icon instead of populating and updating to show the weather.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team EDITOR’S NOTE: Updated the bullet regarding the troubleshooter fix for clarity. ]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/07/06/update-to-windows-subsystem-for-android-on-windows-11-july-2022/ Wed, 06 Jul 2022 17:00:23 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175729 Hello Windows Insiders,

Today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 to all Windows Insider channels (U.S. only). This update (version 2205.40000.14.0) includes several new updates as well as ro

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]]> version 2205.40000.14.0) includes several new updates as well as routine improvements to the platform and reliability.

What’s New

Advanced Networking

We’ve made a huge change to networking! We’re now introducing advanced networking, which enables app access to local network devices for ARM computers, allowing apps to take advantage of this functionality. We’ve also enabled IPv6 and VPN connectivity, enhancing the networking functionalities of the subsystem.

Settings App Update

We’ve updated the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app to now account for advanced networking. This means the IP address has been removed from the Developer section in the Settings app as the subsystem no longer has a different IP from your computer.

Full Changelog

• Enabled Advanced Networking functionality, including app access to local network devices for ARM
• VM IP address removed from Settings app. With Advanced Networking, now the IP address of the VM is the same as the host/computer IP.
• Fixes for non-resizable app content on maximize or resizing
• Fixes for scrolling with mouse and trackpad in apps
• Android May Kernel patches
• Android windows marked secure can no longer be screenshotted
• Improve web browser launching
• Enable doze and app standby while charging for improved power saving
• ADB debug prompts redirected to Windows for improved security
• Updated to Chromium WebView 101
• Fixes for graphics including app flickering and graphics corruption
• Fixes for video playback
• AV1 Codec support
• Enabled IPv6 and VPN Connectivity
• Increased the performance and reliability connecting to virtual WIFI in the container
• Video playback apps can now prevent the screen from turning off in Windows

Known Issues

• Some VPNs may not work with Advanced Networking. If you use a VPN and find Android apps do not have network connectivity, please disable Advanced Networking in the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app

Giving feedback

If you are having issues with Windows Subsystem for Android™ – please file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/06/30/releasing-windows-11-build-22621-165-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 30 Jun 2022 17:51:52 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175721 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.169 (KB5014958) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.169 to the Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

]]> Windows 11 Build 22621.169 (KB5014958) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following improvements:

• New! We added Server Message Block (SMB) redirector (RDR) specific public File System Control (FSCTL) code FSCTL_LMR_QUERY_INFO.
• New! We added support for Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.3 in Windows client and server Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) implementations.
• We updated the Remove-Item cmdlet to properly interact with Microsoft OneDrive folders
• We enabled the InternetExplorerModeEnableSavePageAs Group Policy. For more information, see Microsoft Edge Browser Policy Documentation.
• We fixed an issue that causes the Take Photo button to disappear when you use a common file dialog to open the camera.
• We fixed an issue that prevents devices from receiving an offer from Windows Update for the same extension driver when that extension driver is already installed without the base driver.
• We fixed an issue that causes install from media (IFM) creation for Active Directory to fail with the error, “2101 JET_errCallbackFailed”.
• We fixed an issue that occurs when the Active Directory Lightweight Directory Service (LDS) resets the password for userProxy objects. The password reset fails with an error such as, “00000005: SvcErr: DSID-03380C23, problem 5003 (WILL_NOT_PERFORM), data 0”.
• We enabled the InternetExplorerModeEnableSavePageAs Group Policy. For more information, see Microsoft Edge Browser Policy Documentation.
• We fixed an issue that occurs when the Active Directory Lightweight Directory Service (AD LDS) resets the password for userProxy objects. When you try to reset someone else's password and you are authenticated using a simple bind, the password reset fails. The error is like, “00000005: SvcErr: DSID-03380C23, problem 5003 (WILL_NOT_PERFORM), data 0”.
• We fixed an issue that prevents Microsoft Edge from being available in Windows Sandbox.

Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/06/24/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1806-to-release-preview-channel/ Fri, 24 Jun 2022 22:52:03 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175716 Hello Windows Insiders, we have released Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1806 (KB5014666) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10.

This update includes the following improvements:

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]]> Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1806 (KB5014666) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10. This update includes the following improvements:
• New! We added IP address auditing for incoming Windows Remote Management (WinRM) connections in security event 4262 and WinRM event 91. This We fixed an issue that fails to log the source IP address and machine name for a remote PowerShell connection.
• New! We added Server Message Block (SMB) redirector (RDR) specific public File System Control (FSCTL) code FSCTL_LMR_QUERY_INFO.
• New! We introduced the following Print and Scan features:
  • IPP over USB support – Microsoft has supported Internet Print Protocol (IPP) for network printers starting in 2018 with the release of Windows 10, version 1809. We are now expanding IPP support to USB printers.
  • Print support app (PSA) APIs – Using the PSA framework, printer manufacturers can extend printer functionalities and user experience. For more information, see Print support app design guide.
  • PIN-protected printing for IPP and Universal Print - Standard print dialogs now include a user interface to enter a PIN code.
  • eSCL Mopria Scan protocol - Windows now supports the eSCL Mopria Scan protocol. It can be used with Mopria certified scanner devices.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Cloud Clipboard service and prevents syncing between machines after a period of inactivity.
• We fixed an issue that prevents the Pashto language from appearing in the language list.
• We enabled the InternetExplorerModeEnableSavePageAs Group Policy. For more information, see Microsoft Edge Browser Policy Documentation.
• We fixed an issue that affects the touchpad area that responds to a right-click (the right-click zone). For more information, see Right-click zone.
• We fixed an issue that affects some certificates chains to Root Certification Authorities that are members of the Microsoft Root Certification Program. For these certificates, the certificate chain status can be, “This certificate was revoked by its certification authority”.
• We fixed an issue that leads to a false negative when you run scripts while Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) is turned on. This might generate AppLocker events 8029, 8028, or 8037 to appear in the log when they should not.
• We fixed an issue that prevents the use of Encrypted File System (EFS) files over a Web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning (WebDAV) connection.
• We fixed an issue that causes a domain controller to incorrectly write Key Distribution Center (KDC) event 21 in the System event log. This occurs when the KDC successfully processes a Kerberos Public Key Cryptography for Initial Authentication (PKINIT) authentication request with a self-signed certificate for key trust scenarios (Windows Hello for Business and Device Authentication).
• We fixed an issue that causes the LocalUsersAndGroups configuration service provider (CSP) policy to fail when you modify the built-in Administrators group. This issue occurs if the local Administrator account isn't specified in the membership list when you perform a replace operation.
• We fixed an issue in which malformed XML inputs might cause an error in DeviceEnroller.exe. This prevents CSPs from being delivered to the device until you restart the device or correct the XML.
• We fixed an issue that causes Microsoft NTLM authentication using an external trust to fail. This issue occurs when a domain controller that contains the January 11, 2022 or later Windows update services the authentication request, is not in a root domain, and does not hold the Global Catalog role. The affected operations might log the following errors:
  • The security database has not been started.
  • The domain was in the wrong state to perform the security operation.
  • 0xc00000dd (STATUS_INVALID_DOMAIN_STATE).
To check and see which version of Windows 10 you’re running, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/06/16/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-766-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 16 Jun 2022 21:20:21 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175701 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.776 (KB5014668) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).  

This update includes the following improvements:

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]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.776 (KB5014668) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11 (original release).   This update includes the following improvements:
• New! We added IP address auditing for incoming Windows Remote Management (WinRM) connections in security event 4262 and WinRM event 91. This We fixed an issue that fails to log the source IP address and machine name for a remote PowerShell connection.
• New! We added Server Message Block (SMB) redirector (RDR) specific public File System Control (FSCTL) code FSCTL_LMR_QUERY_INFO.
• New! We made the SMB client and SMB server cipher suite order configurable using PowerShell.
• New! We introduced search highlights:

Search highlights will present notable and interesting moments of what’s special about each day—like holidays, anniversaries, and other educational moments in time both globally and in your region. To see search highlights, click or tap on the search icon on your taskbar.

For enterprise customers, search highlights will also feature the latest updates from your organization and suggest people, files, and more.

Search highlights will roll out to Windows 11 customers over the next several weeks. We are taking a phased and measured approach. Broad availability will occur in the coming months. For group configuration information, see Group configuration: search highlights in Windows.

• We fixed an issue that might cause an upgrade to Windows 11 (original release) to fail.
• We fixed an issue that displays Japanese characters incorrectly in PowerShell.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Cloud Clipboard service and prevents syncing between machines after a period of inactivity.
• We fixed an issue that fails to hide the Windows Sandbox startup screen after Sandbox starts to run.
• We fixed an issue that causes a device that has a Japanese system locale to stop working when you disable end-user-defined characters (EUDCs).
• We enabled the InternetExplorerModeEnableSavePageAs Group Policy. For more information, see Microsoft Edge Browser Policy Documentation.
• We provided the ability to use a network proxy during Universal Print operations.
• We fixed an issue that might cause playback of consecutive video clips to fail in games that use DirectX 12 (DX12).
• We fixed an issue that causes certain games to stop working if they use the XAudio API to play sound effects.
• We fixed an issue that affects some certificates chains to Root Certification Authorities that are members of the Microsoft Root Certification Program. For these certificates, the certificate chain status can be, “This certificate was revoked by its certification authority”.
• We fixed an issue that prevents the use of Encrypted File System (EFS) files over a Web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning (WebDAV) connection.
• We fixed an issue that causes a domain controller to incorrectly write Key Distribution Center (KDC) event 21 in the System event log. This occurs when the KDC successfully processes a Kerberos Public Key Cryptography for Initial Authentication (PKINIT) authentication request with a self-signed certificate for key trust scenarios (Windows Hello for Business and Device Authentication).
• We fixed an issue that prevents Bluetooth from reconnecting to some audio devices after you restart the devices.
• We fixed an issue that occurs when the Active Directory Lightweight Directory Service (LDS) resets the password for userProxy objects. The password reset fails with an error such as, “00000005: SvcErr: DSID-03380C23, problem 5003 (WILL_NOT_PERFORM), data 0”.
• We fixed an issue that causes Microsoft NTLM authentication using an external trust to fail. This issue occurs when a domain controller that contains the January 11, 2022 or later Windows update services the authentication request, is not in a root domain, and does not hold the Global Catalog role. The affected operations might log the following errors:
  • The security database has not been started.
  • The domain was in the wrong state to perform the security operation.
  • 0xc00000dd (STATUS_INVALID_DOMAIN_STATE).
• We fixed an issue that causes the LocalUsersAndGroups configuration service provider (CSP) policy to fail when you modify the built-in Administrators group. This issue occurs if the local Administrator account isn't specified in the membership list when you perform a replace operation.
• We fixed an issue in which malformed XML inputs might cause an error in DeviceEnroller.exe. This prevents CSPs from being delivered to the device until you restart the device or correct the XML.
• We fixed an issue that might cause Windows 11 (original release) to stop working when you install an application and there is no network connectivity.
• We updated the Start menu to display Windows PowerShell when you right-click (Win + X) the Start button after you have uninstalled Windows Terminal.
• We changed the name of the Your Phone app to Phone Link on the Settings page.
• We fixed an issue that caused the Microsoft Surface Dial customization settings page to stop working.
Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/06/02/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1741-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 02 Jun 2022 17:20:21 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175675 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1741 (KB5014023) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10.

This update includes all the improvements 

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]]> Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1741 (KB5014023) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10. This update includes all the improvements previously noted here plus this additional fix:
• We fixed an issue that prevents the file system control code (FSCTL_SET_INTEGRITY_INFORMATION_EX) from handling its input parameter correctly.
To check and see which version of Windows 10 you’re running, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/05/23/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1739-to-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 23 May 2022 19:07:35 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175663 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1739 (KB5014023) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10.

This update includes the following improvements:
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]]> Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1739 (KB5014023) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10. This update includes the following improvements:
• New! We introduced new sorting version 6.4.3, which addresses the sorting issue that affects Japanese half-width katakana.
• We prevented users from bypassing forced enrollment by disconnecting from the internet when they sign into Azure Active Directory (AAD).
• We fixed an issue that might run an AnyCPU application as a 32-bit process.
• We fixed an issue that prevents Azure Desired State Configuration (DSC) scenarios that have multiple partial configurations from working as expected.
• We fixed an issue that affects remote procedure calls (RPC) to the Win32_User or Win32_Group WMI class. The domain member that runs the RPC contacts the primary domain controller (PDC). When multiple RPCs occur simultaneously on many domain members, this might overwhelm the PDC.
• We fixed an issue that occurs when adding a trusted user, group, or computer that has a one-way trust in place. The error message, “The object selected doesn't match the type of destination source” appears.
• We fixed an issue that fails to display the Application Counters section in the performance reports of the Performance Monitor tool.
• We fixed an issue that might affect some apps that use d3d9.dll with certain graphics cards and might cause those apps to close unexpectedly. [UPDATED 6/1] We fixed a known issue that affects certain GPUs and might cause apps to close unexpectedly or cause intermittent issues that affect some apps that use Direct3D 9. You might also receive an error in the Event Log in Windows Logs/Applications, and the faulting module is d3d9on12.dll and the exception code is 0xc0000094.
• We fixed a rare issue that prevents Microsoft Excel or Microsoft Outlook from opening.
• We fixed a memory leak issue that affects Windows systems that are in use 24 hours each day of the week.
• We fixed an issue that affects the IE mode window frame.
• We fixed an issue that prevents internet shortcuts from updating.
• We fixed an issue that causes an Input Method Editor (IME) to discard a character if you enter the character while the IME is converting previous text.
• We fixed an issue that causes print failures when a low integrity level (LowIL) application prints to a null port.
• We fixed an issue that prevents BitLocker from encrypting when you use the silent encryption option.
• We fixed an issue that occurs when you apply multiple WDAC policies. Doing that might prevent scripts from running when the policies allow scripts to run.
• We fixed an issue that affects the behavior and shape orientation of a mouse cursor for Microsoft Defender Application Guard (MDAG), Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Edge. This issue occurs when you turn on a virtual graphics processing unit (GPU).
• We fixed an issue that might cause the Remote Desktop client application to stop working when you end a session.
• We fixed a reliability issue in the Terminal Services Gateway (TS Gateway) service that randomly causes clients to disconnect.
• We deployed search highlights to devices that are domain-joined. For more information about the feature, see Group configuration: search highlights in Windows. You can configure search highlights at the enterprise scale using Group Policy settings defined in the Search.admx file and Policy CSP - Search.
• We fixed an issue that displays the wrong image for the Input Method Editor (IME) mode indicator icon when you turn on the Font Mitigation policy.
• We fixed an issue that causes a yellow exclamation point to display in Device Manager. This occurs when a Bluetooth remote device advertises the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) source (SRC).
• We fixed an issue in which the Cluster Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) provider (ClustWMI.dll) generates high CPU usage in WMIPRVSE.EXE.
• We fixed an issue that causes Microsoft’s deduplication driver to consume large amounts of nonpaged pool memory. As a result, this depletes all the physical memory on the machine, which causes the server to stop responding.
• We fixed an issue that causes file copying to be slower.
• We fixed an issue that might cause a system to stop responding when a user signs out if Microsoft OneDrive is in use.
• We fixed a known issue that might prevent recovery discs (CD or DVD) from starting if you created them using the Backup and Restore (Windows 7) app in Control Panel. This issue occurs after installing Windows updates released January 11, 2022 or later.
To check and see which version of Windows 10 you’re running, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/05/20/update-to-windows-subsystem-for-android-on-windows-11/ Fri, 20 May 2022 17:00:48 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175660 UPDATE 6/2: This update (version 2204.40000.19.0) for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 is now available in all Windows Insider channels.

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]]> UPDATE 6/2: This update (version 2204.40000.19.0) for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 is now available in all Windows Insider channels. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hello Windows Insiders, Today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 starting with Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. This update (version 2204.40000.15.0 2204.40000.19.0) includes several exciting new features and improvements such as updating to Android 12.1, major Windows integration improvements, and a new Settings app experience!

What’s New

Update to Android 12.1!

We have updated the experience to Android 12.1! This update may cause some apps to fail to launch (see the known issues below for more details).

Optional Diagnostic Data

With this update, telemetry collection (optional diagnostic data setting in the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app) is now off by default. To help us make Windows Subsystem for Android better and provide useful telemetry about Android app usage, please enable this setting in the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app!

Advanced Networking

Networking for Windows Subsystem for Android on newer Insider Preview builds (OS Build 22621+) has been improved to enable Android apps to connect to devices on the same network as your Windows PC. With advanced networking, you can play your favorite content on a speaker on the same network, or set up a security camera (or other smart home device) with a compatible Android app.

Settings app redesign

The Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app has been redesigned and updated in a huge way. We’ve redesigned the app from the ground up, now with clearer settings groups, grouped navigation and an all-around cleaner user experience. We’ve also added a diagnostic data viewer where you can examine all the diagnostic data collected by the Subsystem, and configuration options in the new compatibility settings to turn on fixes for specific apps such as forcing apps to be non-resizable or enabling swipes for arrow keys.

Improvements to Windows integration

We’ve made some great improvements to Android apps integrating with Windows in this update. For newer Insider Preview builds (OS Build 22621+), Windows taskbar icons will now show which Android apps are currently using microphone, location, and other system services in the system tray, and an auto-hidden taskbar will now correctly hide/show when Android apps are running. Android toasts will now be reflected as Windows notifications, and the Window title of an Android app will now reflect the Android activity title. Also, for newer Insider Preview builds (OS Build 22621+), Android apps will not be restarted when your devices come out of connected standby but will instead pick up where you left off.

Improvements to camera in Android apps

Many camera updates are being shipped in this update. The camera orientation is now fixed to natural orientation, and issues with incorrect camera preview, bugs with letterboxing and squishing of the camera feed have now been addressed.

Improvements for input devices

Mouse and keyboard support in Windows Subsystem for Android has been improved, with fixes such as improved scroll-wheel support, fixes for the onscreen keyboard focus and fixes for the Android software keyboard displaying correctly.

Full Changelog

• Windows Subsystem for Android updated to Android 12.1
• Advanced networking on by default for newer x64 Windows builds
• Updated Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app: redesigned UX and diagnostics data viewer added
• Simpleperf CPU profiler recording now works with Windows Subsystem for Android
• Windows taskbar now shows which Android apps are using microphone and location
• Improvements to Android app notifications appearing as Windows notifications
• Reduced flicker when apps are restored from minimized state
• Apps are not restarted when devices come out of connected standby on recent Windows builds
• New video hardware decoding (VP8 and VP9)
• Fixes for on-screen keyboard in apps
• Fixes for full screen Android apps and auto-hidden Windows taskbar
• Windows Subsystem for Android updated with Chromium WebView 100
• Added support for Android NetworkLocationProvider in addition to GpsLocationProvider
• Improved general stability, performance, and reliability

Known Issues

• Instability with camera on ARM devices
• Instability printing via Android apps
• Some apps rendered at lower resolutions may lay out incorrectly
• Some VPNs may not work with Advanced Networking. If you use a VPN and find Android apps do not have network connectivity, please disable Advanced Networking in the Windows Subsystem for Android Settings app
• Some apps that were previously available might be missing from the experience, fail to launch, or function incorrectly for various known issues. We’re working with our partners to address these issues as soon as possible.

Giving feedback

If you are having issues with Windows Subsystem for Android™ – please file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/05/19/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-706-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 19 May 2022 21:01:08 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175658 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.706 (KB5014019) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11.

This update includes the following improvements:

• New!

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  ]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.706 (KB5014019) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11. This update includes the following improvements:
  • New! We improved the Family Safety verification experience for a child account when you send a request for additional screen time.
  • New! Windows spotlight on the desktop brings the world to your desktop with new, daily background pictures. With this feature, new pictures will automatically appear as your desktop background. This feature already exists for the lock screen. You can also find out more information about each background picture on the web. To turn on this feature, go to Settings > Personalization > Background > Personalize your background. Choose Windows spotlight.
  • We fixed an issue that causes the Input (TextInputHost.exe) app to stop working.
  • We fixed an issue in searchindexer.exe that affects the search for shapes in Microsoft Visio.
  • We prevented users from bypassing forced enrollment by disconnecting from the internet when they sign in to Azure Active Directory (AAD).
  • We fixed an issue that might run an AnyCPU application as a 32-bit process.
  • We fixed an issue that prevents Azure Desired State Configuration (DSC) scenarios that have multiple partial configurations from working as expected.
  • We fixed an issue that affects remote procedure calls (RPC) to the Win32_User or Win32_Group WMI class. The domain member that runs the RPC contacts the primary domain controller (PDC). When multiple RPCs occur simultaneously on many domain members, this might overwhelm the PDC.
  • We fixed an issue that occurs when adding a trusted user, group, or computer that has a one-way trust in place. The error message, “The object selected doesn't match the type of destination source” appears.
  • We fixed an issue that fails to display the Application Counters section in the performance reports of the Performance Monitor tool.
  • We fixed an issue that fails to maintain the display brightness after you change the display mode.
  • We fixed an issue that might affect some apps that use d3d9.dll with certain graphics cards and might cause those apps to close unexpectedly.
  • We fixed an issue that affects the IE mode window frame.
  • We fixed an issue that affects Group Policy templates.
  • We fixed an issue that prevents internet shortcuts from updating.
  • We fixed an issue that causes some users to see a black screen when they sign in and sign out of Windows.
  • We fixed an issue that causes an Input Method Editor (IME) to discard a character if you enter the character while the IME is converting previous text.
  • We fixed an issue that affects the Desktop Duplication API, which affects display orientation and causes a black image to appear on the screen.
  • We fixed an issue that causes print failures when a low integrity level (LowIL) application prints to a null port.
  • We fixed an issue that prevents BitLocker from encrypting when you use the silent encryption option.
  • We fixed an issue that leads to a false negative when you run scripts while Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) is turned on. This might cause AppLocker events 8029, 8028, or 8037 to appear in the log when they should not .
  • We fixed an issue that occurs when you apply multiple WDAC policies. Doing that might prevent scripts from running when the policies allow scripts to run.
  • We fixed an issue that affects the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) driver, which might increase the system’s startup time.
  • We fixed an issue that might cause the Remote Desktop client application to stop working when you end a session.
  • We fixed an issue that affects the behavior and shape orientation of a mouse cursor for Microsoft Defender Application Guard (MDAG), Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Edge. This issue occurs when you turn on a virtual graphics processing unit (GPU).
  • We fixed an issue that causes Widgets to appear on the wrong monitor when you hover over the Widgets icon on the taskbar.
  • We added animation to the Widgets icon when you click or tap the icon and the taskbar is aligned on the left.
  • We fixed an issue that affects the rendering of the default Widgets icon on a taskbar that is aligned in the center.
  • We fixed an issue that causes blurry app icons in Search results when the display’s dots per inch (dpi) scaling is greater than 100%.
  • We fixed an issue that causes file copying to be slower because of a wrong calculation of write buffers within cache manager.
  • We fixed an issue that might cause a system to stop responding when a user signs out if Microsoft OneDrive is in use.
  • We fixed a known issue that might prevent recovery discs (CD or DVD) from starting if you created them using the Backup and Restore (Windows 7) app in Control Panel. This issue occurs after installing Windows updates released January 11, 2022 or later.
  Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/05/05/windows-insiders-can-now-try-out-an-early-preview-of-controller-bar/ Thu, 05 May 2022 21:01:02 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175625 Windows Insiders can now try out an early preview of a feature called controller bar. Controller bar is a preview of a new view of Xbox Game Bar that provides easy, controller-friendly access to recently played games and game launchers.

  [caption id=

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  ]]> Invoke the controller bar when you’re not already in a game, by pressing the Xbox button on your controller.[/caption] The controller bar opens when you pair or connect a controller to your Windows 11 PC running the latest Insider Preview build in the Dev and Beta Channels. Your most recently played games and installed game launchers are just a button press away. Invoke the controller bar when you’re not already in a game, by pressing the Xbox button on your controller. [caption id="attachment_175628" align="alignnone" width="1024"] When you are playing a game, the Xbox button still takes you directly to the Xbox Game Bar and the gaming widgets you are used to.[/caption] When you are playing a game, the Xbox button still takes you directly to the Xbox Game Bar and the gaming widgets you are used to. The recent games section includes up to three game titles you have played on your local device. [caption id="attachment_175629" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Controller bar will show up to three game titles you have played on your local device.[/caption] How to get started:
  1. Be a Windows Insider running the latest Insider Preview Build (Build 225xx) from the Dev and Beta Channels.
  2. Download the Xbox Insider Hub from the Microsoft Store.
  3. Open the Xbox Insider Hub and sign-in with your Microsoft Account. If you are not already an Xbox Insider, it will ask you to join.
  4. After signing in, navigate to “Previews” and join the Windows Gaming preview.
  5. Check for updates in the Microsoft Store and make sure you have the latest version of Xbox Game Bar (Version 5.722.5022.0 or higher).
  6. Reboot your PC (this is important in order for the Game Bar update to kick in for controller bar).
  7. All you need to do next is pair or plug in your controller.
  8. Try the feature out and give feedback.
  We are looking forward to getting feedback on controller bar from Windows Insiders who are PC gamers. Some third-party games may not show up in the most recently played games list or may be duplicated there. If you see any examples of this or anything else that is unexpected, please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Gaming >  Xbox Game Bar. For a complete list of known issues, please visit https://aka.ms/controllerbar. As a reminder, to manage your Xbox controller such as controller profiles and remapping buttons – download the Xbox Accessories app from the Microsoft Store.]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/04/14/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-651-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 14 Apr 2022 21:08:59 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175615 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.651 (KB5012643) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel who are on Windows 11.

  This update includes the following improvements:

  • New!

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    ]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.651 (KB5012643) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel who are on Windows 11. This update includes the following improvements:
    • New! We added improvements for servicing the Secure Boot component of Windows.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the AppX Deployment Service (AppXSvc) to stop working after you install certain MSIX apps.
    • We fixed a race condition that occurs early in the startup process that might cause a stop error.
    • We improved the Autopilot client to process updated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) capabilities that support self-deployment and pre-provisioning scenarios.
    • We changed the timeout for Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) registration from 60 minutes to 90 minutes for hybrid Azure AD-joined Autopilot scenarios. This also addresses a race condition that causes an exception at timeout.
    • We fixed an issue that delays OS startup by approximately 40 minutes.
    • We fixed a memory leak issue that affects Windows systems that are in use 24 hours each day of the week.
    • We fixed an issue that affects the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) option 119 (Domain Search List) by preventing the use of the connection-specific DNS Suffix Search List.
    • We fixed an issue that affects the Title attribute in Microsoft Edge IE mode.
    • We fixed an issue in which mobile device management (MDM) policies were not allowed on Windows Enterprise editions that were upgraded to Enterprise using Azure AD-joined subscription entitlement.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause video subtitles to be partially cut off.
    • We fixed an issue that incorrectly aligns video subtitles.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Kerberos authentication to fail, and the error is “0xc0030009 (RPC_NT_NULL_REF_POINTER)”. This occurs when a client machine attempts to use the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) to connect to another machine while Remote Credential Guard is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Windows to go into BitLocker recovery after a servicing update.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents retrieval of the Endorsement Key (EK) certificate from the TPM device.
    • We fixed an issue that might fail to copy the security portion of a Group Policy to a machine.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the instantiation of the Microsoft RDP Client Control, version 11 and higher, inside a Microsoft Foundation Class (MFC) dialog.
    • We displayed the temperature on top of the weather icon on the taskbar. We displayed the temperature on top of the weather icon on the taskbar if your taskbar is aligned on the left.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from using the minimize, maximize, and close buttons on a maximized app window. This issue occurs because the Notification Center keeps the input focus.
    • We fixed an issue that might occur when you use Netdom.exe or the Active Directory Domains and Trusts snap-in to list or modify name suffixes routing. These procedures might fail. The error message is, "Insufficient system resources exist to complete the requested service." This issue occurs after installing the January 2022 security update on the primary domain controller emulator (PDCe).
    • We fixed an issue that causes the primary domain controller (PDC) of the root domain to generate warning and error events in the System log. This issue occurs when the PDC incorrectly tries to scan outgoing-only trusts.
    • We fixed an issue that occurs when you map a network drive to a Server Message Block version 1 (SMBv1) share. After restarting the OS, you cannot access that network drive.
    • We fixed an issue that affects an SMB multichannel connection and might generate a 13A or C2 error.
    • We fixed an issue that damages a pool when a Client-Side Caching (CSC) cleanup method fails to delete a resource that was created.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause the server to lock up because the nonpaged pool grows and uses up all memory. After a restart, the same issue occurs again when you try to repair the damage.
    • We reduced the overhead of resource contention in high input/output operations per second (IOPS) scenarios that have many threads contending on a single file.
    Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/04/14/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1679-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 14 Apr 2022 21:08:45 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175613 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1679 (KB5011831) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10.

    This update includes the following improvements:
    <

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    ]]> Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1679 (KB5011831) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10. This update includes the following improvements:
    • New! We added improvements for servicing the Secure Boot component of Windows.
    • We changed the timeout for Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) registration from 60 minutes to 90 minutes for hybrid Azure AD-joined Autopilot scenarios. This also addresses a race condition that causes an exception at timeout.
    • We fixed an issue that causes a remote desktop session to close or a reconnection to stop responding while waiting on the accessibility shortcut handler (sethc.exe).
    • We fixed an issue that delays OS startup by approximately 40 minutes.
    • We fixed an issue that incorrectly returns Execution Policy settings from the registry.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Internet Explorer to stop working when you copy and paste text using an Input Method Editor (IME).
    • We fixed an issue that displays a black screen for some users when they sign in or sign out.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Kerberos authentication to fail, and the error is “0xc0030009 (RPC_NT_NULL_REF_POINTER)”. This occurs when a client machine attempts to use the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) to connect to another machine while Remote Credential Guard is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from changing a password that has expired when you sign in to a Windows device.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause Windows to stop working when you apply a Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policy that doesn’t require a restart.
    • We fixed an issue that might fail to copy the security portion of a Group Policy to a machine.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Key Distribution Center (KDC) code to incorrectly return the error message “KDC_ERR_TGT_REVOKED” during domain controller shutdown.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent graphics processing unit (GPU) load balancing over Remote Desktop from working as intended.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the instantiation of the Microsoft RDP Client Control, version 11 and higher, inside a Microsoft Foundation Class (MFC) dialog.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a Microsoft OneDrive file to lose focus after you rename it and press the Enter key.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the news and interest panel to appear when you haven’t clicked, tapped, or moused over it.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to pass the Shift KeyUp event to an application when you use the Korean IME.
    • We fixed an issue that might occur when you use Netdom.exe or the Active Directory Domains and Trusts snap-in to list or modify name suffixes routing. These procedures might fail. The error message is, "Insufficient system resources exist to complete the requested service." This issue occurs after installing the January 2022 security update on the primary domain controller emulator (PDCe).
    • We fixed an issue that displays the wrong IME mode indicator when the Font Mitigation policy is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the primary domain controller (PDC) of the root domain to generate warning and error events in the System log. This issue occurs when the PDC incorrectly tries to scan outgoing-only trusts.
    • We fixed an issue that affects a Server Message Block (SMB) multichannel connection and might generate a 13A or C2 error.
    • We fixed an issue that occurs when you map a network drive to a Server Message Block version 1 (SMBv1) share. After restarting the OS, you cannot access that network drive.
    • We fixed an issue that causes virtual computer object (VCO) password settings failure on a distributed network name resource.
    • We fixed an issue that damages a pool when a Client-Side Caching (CSC) cleanup method fails to delete a resource that was created.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause the server to lock up because the nonpaged pool grows and uses up all memory. After a restart, the same issue occurs again when you try to repair the damage.
    • We reduced the overhead of resource contention in high input/output operations per second (IOPS) scenarios that have many threads contending on a single file.
    To check and see which version of Windows 10 you’re running, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/03/15/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-588-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Tue, 15 Mar 2022 17:17:03 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175574 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.588 (KB5011563) to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels.

    This update includes the following improvements:

    • New!

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      ]]> Windows 11 Build 22000.588 (KB5011563) to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. This update includes the following improvements:
      • New! We displayed up to three high priority toast notifications simultaneously. This feature is for apps that send notifications for calls, reminders, or alarms using Windows notifications in the OS. As a result, up to four toast notifications might appear simultaneously–three high priority notifications and one normal priority notification.
      • We fixed an issue that turns off auto-startup for Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps after you upgrade the OS.
      • We fixed an issue that causes SystemSettings.exe to stop working.
      • We fixed an issue that affects searchindexer.exe and prevents Microsoft Outlook’s offline search from returning recent emails.
      • We fixed an issue that increases the startup time for Windows. This issue occurs because a UI thread in a networking API stops responding when a 5G wireless wide area network (WWAN) device is slow to wake up.
      • We fixed a memory leak in the wmipicmp.dll module that causes a lot of false alarms in the System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) datacenter monitoring system.
      • We fixed an issue that incorrectly returns the Execution Policy settings from the registry.
      • We fixed an issue in which modern browsers fail to correctly render HTML that is generated by gpresult/h.
      • We fixed an issue that causes an “Access denied” exception for a file during a PowerShell test for AppLocker.
      • We fixed an issue that causes the Remote Desktop Service (RDS)server to become unstable when the number of signed in users exceeds 100. This prevents you from accessing published applications using RDS on Windows Server 2019.
      • We fixed an issue that returns an error message when you browse for a domain or organizational unit (OU). This issue occurs because of improper zeroing out of memory.
      • We fixed an issue that causes the Group Policy Management Console to stop working after you close it. The system logs Application Error Event ID 1000 and the error, 0xc0000005 (STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION); the failing module is GPOAdmin.dll.
      • We fixed an issue that might cause the Group Policy Service to stop processing telemetry information for Group Policy Registry Preferences.
      • We fixed a stop error (0xD1, DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL) in the DirectX kernel component.
      • We fixed an issue that might cause Kerberos.dll to stop working within the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). This occurs when LSASS processes simultaneous Service for User (S4U) user-to-user (U2U) requests for the same client user.
      • We fixed an issue that affects the Key Distribution Center (KDC) Proxy. The KDC Proxy cannot properly obtain Kerberos tickets for signing in to Key Trust Windows Hello for Business.
      • We added support for Microsoft Account (MSA) Pass-through scenarios in Azure Active Directory(AAD) Web Account Manager (WAM).
      • We fixed an issue that logs Event ID 37 during certain password change scenarios, including failover cluster name object (CNO) or virtual computer object (VCO) password changes.
      • We fixed an issue that prevents the User Account Control (UAC) dialog from correctly showing the application that is requesting elevated privileges.
      • We fixed an issue that might cause a Microsoft OneDrive file to lose focus after you rename it and press the Enter key.
      • We returned the corresponding Settings page when you search for the word widgets.
      • We fixed an issue that prevents Event 4739 from displaying the new values of certain attributes after a policy change.
      • We fixed an issue that causes the Move-ADObject command to fail when you move computer accounts across domains. The error message is, “Multiple values were specified for an attribute that can have only one value”.
      • We fixed an issue that prevents you from accessing Server Message Block (SMB) shares using an IP Address when SMB hardening is enabled.
      • We fixed an issue that causes stop error 0x1E in the SMB Server (srv2.sys).
      • We fixed an issue that causes a mismatch between NetBIOS and DNS Active Directory domain names when you create a cluster.
      Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/03/14/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1618-to-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 14 Mar 2022 17:43:50 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175569 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10 21H2 Build 19044.1618 (KB5011543) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10.

      Search highlights in Windows 10

      We recentl

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      ]]> Build 19044.1618 (KB5011543) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10.

      Search highlights in Windows 10

      We recently introduced an update for Search in the Windows 11 Insider Preview that highlights interesting moments in time. This feature, search highlights, is now coming to Windows 10. We are taking a phased and measured approach and broad availability will occur in the coming months. Search is right there on your taskbar—your window to discover what's trending online, in the world, and in your organization. Of course, you can still type to start searching for your apps, files, settings, and quick answers on the web. The taskbar search box and search home will periodically update with content, including fun illustrations, which help you discover more, be connected, and stay productive. Search highlights will present notable and interesting moments of what's special about each day—like holidays, anniversaries, and other educational moments in time both globally and in your region. To see more details at a glance, hover or click on the illustration in the search box. [caption id="attachment_175571" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Search on the taskbar showing an experience for Earth Day.[/caption] Explore additional content in search home related to each moment, with daily content like word of the day, Microsoft Rewards offers, trending searches, and more. Each day features something different to learn about! The left side of search home also shows an extended list of your recently launched apps, files, settings, and websites to help you get back to what you were doing last. [caption id="attachment_175572" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Search on the taskbar showing an experience for an organization, Contoso.[/caption] Signing in with your work or school account enables Search to be your one-stop-shop for your organization’s files and contacts through Microsoft Search. Search highlights will feature the latest updates from your organization and suggested people, files, and more. Explore files that may be of interest to you or browse through your organization’s people chart. As always, just start typing to find everything related to your organization, right at your fingertips using Search. You have control over the search highlights experience where if you prefer not to see this, you can turn it off or back on by right clicking on your taskbar > Search > select/clear “Show search highlights”. For organization administrators, there are additional controls available in the M365 admin center. You can learn more about those policies here: Policy CSP - Search. Search highlights will begin rolling out to AAD joined and workplace joined machines in select tenant groups first and general availability including domain joined machines will come in coming months. FEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Desktop Environment > Search.

      Improvements and Fixes

      This update includes the following improvements:
      • New! We provided the ability to change the color of toast buttons to identify success and critical scenarios more easily for apps that send notifications using Windows notifications in the OS. This feature also makes notifications more visually compact.
      • New! We added a new policy that expands an app’s top three notifications by default in the Action Center for apps that send notifications using Windows notifications in the OS. This feature displays multiple notifications that you can interact with simultaneously.
      • We fixed an issue that causes searchindexer.exe to stop responding during a dismount operation in the Remote Desktop setup environment.
      • We fixed an issue that affects searchindexer.exe and prevents Microsoft Outlook’s offline search from returning recent emails.
      • We fixed an issue that might deactivate Windows when you change the National Language Support (NLS) version from 6.3 to 6.2.
      • We fixed an issue in which modern browsers fail to correctly render HTML that is generated by gpresult/h.
      • We fixed an issue that causes an “Access denied” exception for a file during a PowerShell test for AppLocker.
      • We fixed an issue that might cause the Group Policy Service to stop processing telemetry information for Group Policy Registry Preferences.
      • We fixed an issue that might prevent a DNS Server query resolution policy from working as expected when you specify a fully qualified domain name (FQDN) and subnet conditions.
      • We fixed a heap leak in PacRequestorEnforcement that degrades the performance of a domain controller.
      • We fixed an issue that affects the Key Distribution Center (KDC) Proxy. The KDC Proxy cannot properly obtain Kerberos tickets for signing in to Key Trust Windows Hello for Business.
      • We added support for Microsoft Account (MSA) Pass-through scenarios in Azure Active Directory (AAD) Web Account Manager (WAM).
      • We fixed an issue that logs Event ID 37 during certain password change scenarios, including failover cluster name object (CNO) or virtual computer object (VCO) password changes.
      • We fixed an issue that might unintentionally add a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) protector when you use the Silent BitLocker enablement policy.
      • We fixed an issue that prevents the User Account Control (UAC) dialog from correctly showing the application that is requesting elevated privileges.
      • We fixed an issue that causes the Move-ADObject command to fail when you move computer accounts across domains. The error message is, “Multiple values were specified for an attribute that can have only one value”.
      • We fixed an issue that prevents Event 4739 from displaying the new values of certain attributes after a policy change.
      • We fixed an issue that prevents Android device users from signing in to some Microsoft applications, such as Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Teams. This issue occurs after rolling over token signing and decrypting certificates, resetting a user's password, or when an administrator has revoked refresh tokens.
      • We fixed an issue that might cause domain joining to fail in environments that use disjoint DNS hostnames.
      • We fixed an issue that prevents the Back button of the credentials window, where you sign in, from being visible in high contrast black mode.
      • We fixed an issue that prevents you from accessing Server Message Block (SMB) shares using an IP Address when SMB hardening is enabled.
      • We fixed an issue that occurs when the Best Practices Analyzer (BPA) values for SMB have not been updated for more recent platforms.
      • We fixed an issue that causes stop error 0x1E in the SMB Server (srv2.sys).
      • We fixed an issue that causes a mismatch between NetBIOS and DNS Active Directory domain names when you create a cluster.
      • We fixed an issue that causes the Network File System (NFS) redirector to stop working (error 0x50) when you convert a text file to a PDF.
      • [ADDED 3/21] We fixed a known issue that might cause some devices to receive error messages on a blue screen when those devices are paired to Bluetooth devices. This issue occurs when certain configuration service provider (CSP) policies are in place that affect the Bluetooth A2dp profile.
      To check and see which version of Windows 10 you’re running, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/03/08/update-to-windows-subsystem-for-android-on-windows-11-for-windows-insiders/ Tue, 08 Mar 2022 18:06:34 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175552 Hello Windows Insiders,

      Today we are shipping an update for Windows Subsystem for Android™ on Windows 11 for Windows Insiders (all channels). This update (version 2203.40000.1.0 from the Microsoft Store) includes several exciting new features and

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      ]]> What’s New

H.264 Video Hardware Decoding

This update allows Windows Subsystem for Android™ to take advantage of hardware accelerated H.264 decoding. This should enable a better experience on several apps in the current app catalog that take advantage of high-definition video playback.

Networking Changes

With this update comes networking changes in the platform to enable future improvements. To help us improve networking features in Windows Subsystem for Android™, we encourage Insiders to file feedback for any network issues encountered in supported apps.

Mail Integration

We’ve made improvements to Windows integration with Windows Subsystem for Android™! In this update, the integration between Windows email clients and mobile apps has been improved. Apps that take advantage of launching a mail client or message should benefit from this change immediately.

MSAA (Multisample anti-aliasing) Changes

While MSAA is a useful feature for several game apps, users were reporting that 4X MSAA could not be disabled. We were previously force-enabling anti-aliasing, which has now been fixed.

Improvements to Input

We’ve made improvements to general input in Windows Subsystem for Android™, including improved scrolling in the Amazon Appstore and Kindle apps.

Known Issues

• Video playback in some apps may be choppy on certain systems.
• Coming out of connected standby, apps may be restarted.

Giving feedback

If you are having issues with Windows Subsystem for Android™ – please file feedback via Feedback Hub under Apps > Windows Subsystem for Android™. For more information about troubleshooting and submitting feedback: Troubleshooting and FAQ for mobile apps on Windows. Thanks, Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/02/10/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-526-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Thu, 10 Feb 2022 18:41:02 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175488 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.526 (KB5010414)to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels.

This update includes the following improvements:

• We fixed an issue that occurs when Window
  

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  ]]>
• We fixed an issue that occurs when Windows Server 2016 runs as a terminal server using certain cloud computing virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI). As result, the servers randomly stop responding after running for a period of time. This also addresses a regression that proactively checks to ensure that the CSharedLock in rpcss.exe is set correctly to avoid a deadlock.
• We fixed an issue that might cause the time zone list in Settings to appear blank for users who are not administrators.
• We fixed an issue that affects the Windows search service and occurs when you query using the proximity operator.
• We fixed an issue that fails to show the Startup impact values in Task Manager.
• We fixed an issue that prevents ShellWindows() from returning the InternetExplorer object when iexplore.exe runs in the Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode context.
• We provided the ability to share cookies between Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode and Microsoft Edge.
• We fixed an issue that affects dialog boxes in Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode.
• We fixed an issue that causes Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode to stop working when you press the F1 key.
• We fixed an issue that causes the improper cleanup of Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE) objects. This prevents session teardown and causes a session to stop responding.
• We fixed an issue that prevents printing from operating properly for some low integrity process apps.
• We introduced support for Windows Hello for Business Cloud Trust. This is a new deployment model for hybrid deployments of Windows Hello for Business. It uses the same technology and deployment steps that support on-premises single sign-on (SSO) for Fast IDentity Online (FIDO) security keys. Cloud Trust removes the public-key infrastructure (PKI) requirements for deploying Windows and simplifies the Windows Hello for Business deployment experience.
• We fixed an issue that prevents you from unloading and reloading drivers when the drivers are protected Hypervisor-protected Code Integrity (HVCI).
• We fixed an issue that affects the Silent BitLocker enablement policy and might unintentionally add a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) protector.
• We fixed a reliability issue that affects the use of the Remote Desktop app to mount a client’s local drive to a terminal server session.
• We fixed an issue that displays right-to-left (RTL) language text as left justified on File Explorer command menus and context menus.
• We fixed an issue that prevents you from reaching the LanguagePackManagement configuration service provider (CSP) using the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) Bridge.
• We opened Microsoft Office files that are in the Start menu's recommended section in the browser. This occurs if the device does not have an appropriate Microsoft Office license and the file is stored in Microsoft OneDrive or Microsoft SharePoint. If there is a license, the file will open in the desktop app instead.
• We fixed an issue that causes a mismatch between a Remote Desktop session’s keyboard and the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) client when signing in.
• We added the clock and date to the taskbars of other monitors when you connect other monitors to your device.
• We added weather content to the left side of the taskbar if the taskbar is aligned in the center. When you hover over the weather, the Widgets panel will appear on the left side of the screen and will disappear when you stop hovering over the area.
• We added the ability to quickly share open application windows directly from your taskbar to a Microsoft Teams call.
• We fixed an issue that causes incorrect tooltips to appear in an empty area on the taskbar after you hover over other icons like battery, volume, or Wi-Fi.
• We fixed an issue that occurs when you try to write a service principal name (SPN) alias (such as www/FOO) and HOST/FOO already exists on another object. If the RIGHT_DS_WRITE_PROPERTY is on the SPN attribute of the colliding object, you receive an “Access Denied” error.
• We fixed an issue that disconnects Offline Files on the network drive after you restart the OS and sign in. This issue occurs if the Distributed File System (DFS) path is mapped to the network drive.
• We fixed an issue that displays the authentication dialog twice when you mount a network drive.
• We added support for hot adding and the removal of non-volatile memory (NVMe) namespaces.
• We added the ability to instantly mute and unmute a Microsoft Teams call from your taskbar. During a call, an active microphone icon will appear on the taskbar so that you can easily mute the audio without having to return to the Microsoft Teams call window.

Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/01/14/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1499-to-release-preview-channel/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 22:45:59 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175461 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing  Build 19044.1499 (21H2) (KB5009596) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10.

This update includes the following improvements:

• We fixed an is
  

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  ]]> Build 19044.1499 (21H2) (KB5009596) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10. This update includes the following improvements:
  • We fixed an issue in Microsoft UI Automation that might cause Microsoft Outlook to stop working.
  • We updated daylight saving time to start in February 2022 instead of March 2022 in Jordan.
  • We fixed an issue that prevents the Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL2) localhost relay from starting when you enable Fast Startup.
  • We added parameters that pass to wmic.exe in telemetry to capture additional usage data to address application compatibility concerns.
  • We fixed an issue in CLSID_InternetExplorer.
  • We added a reminder to Internet Explorer 11 that notifies users of its upcoming retirement.
  • We fixed an issue that might sometimes cause Japanese Microsoft Office applications stop working when you use the new Japanese Input Method Editor (IME).
  • We fixed an issue that causes applications to stop working when you type text using the Chinese IME.
  • We fixed an issue that might cause Windows to stop working when you use the Pen Haptics API.
  • We updated the phone number for Windows Activation for locales that have the wrong phone number.
  • We fixed an issue that causes a device to incorrectly report itself as noncompliant with Conditional Access because of an antivirus or firewall configuration.
  • We fixed an issue that stops printing or prints the wrong output when you print using USB on Windows 10, version 2004 or later.
  • We fixed an issue that affects the Remote Desktop screen, in some cases, when you use Advanced Video Coding (AVC) software encoding.
  • We fixed an issue that prevents certain surround sound audio from playing in Microsoft Edge.
  • We fixed a deadlock in vpnike.dll and rasmans.dll.
  • We fixed an issue that affects the Fast Identity Online 2.0 (FIDO2) credential provider and prevents the display of the PIN entry box.
  • We fixed an issue that causes Windows to stop working and generates the error, “IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL”.
  • We fixed an issue that might cause the Get-TPM PowerShell command to fail when it attempts to report Trusted Platform Module (TPM) information. The command fails with the error, “0x80090011 Microsoft.Tpm.Commands.TpmWmiException,Microsoft.Tpm.Commands.GetTpmCommand”.
  • We fixed an issue that causes the AltGr key to stop working if a remote desktop client is running or if RemoteApp was disconnected.
  • We added a new feature that provides direct access to select your Microsoft Edge profiles from News & interests. You can also go to Microsoft Edge directly from News & interests in the same corresponding profile.
  • We added a new feature called Sync Your Settings for users who are migrating to Windows 11, original release. You’ll use Sync Your Settings to automatically back up a list of your applications to your Microsoft Account. Then, you can quickly restore those applications on a Windows 11, original release device. This new feature that will deploy over the coming weeks.
  • We fixed an issue that causes functioning Bluetooth devices to stop working when you attempt to connect to a non-functioning Bluetooth device.
  • We fixed an issue that causes lsass.exe to stop working and the device restarts. This issue occurs when you query Windows NT Directory Services (NTDS) counters after the NTDS service has stopped.
  • We fixed an issue that fails to apply the Group Policy Object (GPO) “Do not allow compression on all NTFS Volume” in some cases.
  • We fixed an issue that prevents Robocopy from retrying the file copy process.
  • We fixed an issue that might occur when you enable verbose Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) audit logging and an invalid parameter is logged. As result, Event 207 is logged, which indicates that a failure to write to the audit log occurred.
  • Addresses a memory leak that occurs when you call WinVerifyTrust(). This issue occurs if verification fails for the first signature of a file that has multiple signatures.
  To check and see which version of Windows 10 you’re running, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2022/01/14/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-466-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 18:08:39 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175459 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.466 (KB5008353) to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels.

  This update includes the following improvements:

  • We improved the reliability of applicati
    

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  • We improved the reliability of application installations on ARM64 devices.
  • We updated daylight saving time to start in February 2022 instead of March 2022 in Jordan.
  • We fixed an issue that causes ARM64 devices to stop responding when they hibernate or resume from hibernation.
  • We fixed an issue that might prevent some image editing programs from rendering colors correctly on certain high dynamic range (HDR) displays. This frequently affects white colors that might display in bright yellow or other colors.
  • We fixed an issue that affects predictive pre-rendering in Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode.
  • We fixed an issue that sometime prevents you from entering strings in the Input Method Editor (IME).
  • We fixed an issue that causes the audio service to stop responding on some devices that support hardware-accelerated Bluetooth audio.
  • We fixed an issue in which the text that informs a customer about the Windows update progress is incorrect for Japanese.
  • We fixed an issue that affects icons for apps when the apps are not running. On the taskbar, these icons might display as active as if the apps are running.
  • We fixed an issue that might cause VPN profiles to disappear. This issue occurs when you use Microsoft Intune or a third-party mobile device management (MDM) tool to deploy VPN profiles on Windows 11 (original release).
  • We fixed an issue that affects applications that are written to only integrate with Azure Active Directory (AAD). These applications will not work on machines that are joined to Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS).
  • We fixed an issue that might cause the Get-TPM PowerShell command to fail when it attempts to report Trusted Platform Module (TPM) information. The command fails with the error, “0x80090011 Microsoft.Tpm.Commands.TpmWmiException,Microsoft.Tpm.Commands.GetTpmCommand”.
  • We fixed an issue that causes a remote desktop protocol (RDP) session to disconnect or the screen to be blank for Server Core. This issue occurs when you install the AppCompat feature.
  • We fixed an issue that affects windows.system.profile.retailinfo.dll.
  • We fixed some issues that affect File Explorer’s performance when you browse for files and select files.
  • We added a new Your Microsoft Account page to the Accounts category in Windows Settings for Home and Professional editions.
  • We fixed an issue that incorrectly shows the volume icon in the taskbar as muted.
  • We fixed a reliability issue that causes File Explorer and desktop context menus to stop working.
  • We fixed an issue that fails to pass the Shift KeyUp event to an application when you use the Korean IME.
  • We added the HelpWith feature, which uses Microsoft Bing technologies to suggest Help topics that are relevant for each Settings page.
  • We fixed an issue that prevents the touch keyboard from appearing on the lock screen when a device has a Microsoft account (MSA).
  • We fixed an issue that affects the loading of badging information on the taskbar, which sometimes causes a device to stop working.
  • We fixed an issue that prevents some options from appearing on the Win + X menu.
  • We fixed an issue that causes a device to stop working when it’s connected to multiple displays.
  • We fixed an issue that affects the auto-hide feature of the taskbar. The taskbar might not reliably appear when you hover over the primary or secondary display.
  • We fixed an issue that sometimes prevents you from using the Chinese Simplified IME.
  • We fixed an issue that might prevent icons from appearing on the taskbar of a secondary display.
  • We fixed an issue that fails to install certain printer companion applications when the printer device driver is installing.
  • We fixed an issue that displays outdated battery percentages for connected Bluetooth devices on the Bluetooth and other devices page in Settings.
  • We fixed an issue that prevents IP cameras from connecting and streaming to certain DirectShow (DShow) applications.
  • We improved the auto brightness algorithm to provide a better response under low light conditions on all the supported systems.
  • We fixed an issue that causes lsass.exe to stop working and the device restarts. This issue occurs when you query Windows NT Directory Services (NTDS) counters after the NTDS service has stopped.
  • We fixed an issue that causes a deadlock in the WebDav redirector. This issue occurs when you attempt to read a file from the local TfsStore, which causes the system to stop responding.
  • We fixed a performance regression issue that occurs when you enable the update sequence number (USN) journal.
  • We fixed an issue that fails to apply the Group Policy Object (GPO) “Do not allow compression on all NTFS Volume” in some cases.
  • We fixed an issue that prevents Robocopy from retrying the file copy process.
  • We fixed an issue that causes Windows to stop working and generates the error, “IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL”.
  • We fixed a memory leak that occurs when you call WinVerifyTrust(). This issue occurs if verification fails for the first signature of a file that has multiple signatures.
  • [ADDED 1/25] We added an audit event to Active Directory domain controllers that identifies clients that are not compliant with RFC 4456. For more information, see KB5005408: Smart card authentication might cause print and scan failures.
  Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/11/19/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-348-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Fri, 19 Nov 2021 18:04:09 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175403 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.348 (KB5007262)to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels.

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  • We fixed a known issue that might prevent apps, such as Kaspersky apps, from opening after you attempt to repair or update the apps using the Microsoft Installer (MSI).
  • [ADDED 11/29] We fixed an issue that prevents a virtual private network (VPN) tunnel from connecting. The error message is, "The Modem (or other connecting device) is already in use or not configured properly".
  Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/11/18/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1381-19043-1381-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 18 Nov 2021 22:10:10 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175401 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Build 19044.1381 (21H2) / Build 19043.1381 (21H1) (KB5007253) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10.

  This update includes all the improvements

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  ]]> Build 19044.1381 (21H2) / Build 19043.1381 (21H1) (KB5007253) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10. This update includes all the improvements previously noted here plus this additional fix:
  • We fixed an issue that might affect devices that use Windows Hello for Business and are joined to Azure Active Directory (AD). These devices might experience issues when they access on-premises resources, such as file shares or websites.
  To check and see which version of Windows 10 you’re running, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2” or “Version 21H1”. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/11/16/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1379-19043-1379-to-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 16 Nov 2021 18:11:16 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175390 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Build 19044.1379 (21H2) / Build 19044.1379 (21H1) (KB5007253) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10.

  This update includes the improvements:

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    ]]> Build 19044.1379 (21H2) / Build 19044.1379 (21H1) (KB5007253) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10. This update includes the improvements:
    • We fixed an issue that affects the opening of the SearchFilterHost.exe process.
    • We fixed an issue that causes searchindexer.exe to keep handles to the per user search database in the path below after you sign out: “C:\Users\username\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Search\Data\Applications\\” As a result, searchindexer.exe stops working and duplicate profile names are created.
    • We added support for the cancellation of daylight savings time for the Republic of Fiji for 2021.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the enrollment status page (ESP) from displaying the error message or remediation options after a failure.
    • We added the –cd argument to wsl.exe to specify a Windows or Linux path as a starting directory for Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).
    • We fixed an issue that fails to apply machine Group Policy objects automatically at startup or in the background to devices on a domain that have certain processors.
    • We added the option to configure an Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) maximum transmission unit (MTU) that is less than 576 bytes on an interface.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to provide an event description for the System Center - Operations Manager.
    • We fixed an issue that incorrectly renders some variable fonts.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause the 32-bit version of Microsoft Excel to stop working on devices that have certain processors when you export to PDF.
    • We fixed an issue that displays glyphs at the wrong angle when you use the Meiryo UI font and other vertical fonts. These fonts are frequently used in Japan, China, or other countries in Asia.
    • We enabled onunload events to create pop-up windows in Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode.
    • We fixed an issue that affects predictive pre-rendering in Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Internet Explorer to stop working.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Internet Explorer to stop working when using the Input Method Editor (IME) to insert elements.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Settings page to unexpectedly close after you uninstall a font.
    • We fixed an issue that affects the UI for renaming files when using folder view in File Explorer. The UI fails to properly handle inline composition when using the new Japanese IME.
    • We fixed a memory leak in ctfmon.exe that occurs when you switch between different edit clients.
    • We fixed a known issue that causes error codes 0x000006e4, 0x0000007c, or 0x00000709 when connecting to a remote printer that is shared on a Windows print server.
    • We fixed an issue that turns off screen capture and recording functionalities on the Windows Game Bar because of a service failure.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause the return value of GetCommandLineA() to be lowercase in some developer scenarios.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause the decryption of a file that is on a remote server to fail. This issue occurs when using the Encrypted File System (EFS) on the remote server and the error message is, “ERROR_DECRYPTION_FAILED”.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from enabling BitLocker on a thinly provisioned virtual machine (VM). The error is “A device attached to the system is not functioning” and the system logs, “STATUS_UNSUCCESSFUL”.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Windows Defender Application Control to incorrectly compare two file version numbers.
    • We enabled credentials for Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) users in Quick Assist.
    • We fixed an issue that sometimes prevents Quick Assist users from using full screen view after they start a remote assistance session.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the applications that you use often from appearing on the Start menu and prevents you from configuring them to appear on the Start menu using a Group Policy.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the syncing of desktop settings to fail when you use the built-in User Experience Virtualization (UE-V) template.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Failover Clustering from updating Domain Name Server (DNS) records.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents your device from starting up, and it becomes unresponsive because of licensing API calls.
    To check and see which version of Windows 10 you’re running, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2” or “Version 21H1”. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/11/12/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-346-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Fri, 12 Nov 2021 18:17:44 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175380 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.346 (KB5007262) to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels.

    This update includes the following improvements:

    • We fixed an issue that affects the Appx
      

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    • We fixed an issue that affects the Appx PowerShell cmdlet functionality on PowerShell 7.1 and later.
    • We fixed an issue that causes some users to see an unexpected “bad image” error message dialog at startup.
    • We fixed an issue that causes searchindexer.exe to stop responding during a dismount operation in the remote desktop environment.
    • We fixed an issue that affects the opening of the SearchFilterHost.exe process.
    • We added support for the cancellation of daylight savings time for the Republic of Fiji for 2021.
    • We fixed an issue that causes devices that have certain processors to stop responding when waking from hibernation.
    • We fixed a COM initialization issue in wslapi.dll that might cause the calling process to stop working.
    • We fixed an issue in the Hyper-V virtual machine bus (VMBus) that causes the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) VM to occasionally time out when attaching disks. This issue also prevents the utility from starting.
    • We fixed an issue that affects the System Memory Management Unit’s (SMMU) fault handling after hibernation.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the system to stop working after you enable Hyper-V.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to apply machine Group Policy objects automatically at startup or in the background to devices on a domain that have certain processors.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Server Manager cmdlet to return a failure. As a result, many Software Defined Data Center (SDDC) validations fail during the installation of optional features.
    • We added the option to configure an Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) maximum transmission unit (MTU) that is less than 576 bytes on an interface.
    • We fixed an issue that causes get-winevent to fail, and the error is an InvalidOperationException.
    • We fixed an issue that incorrectly renders some variable fonts.
    • We fixed an issue that displays glyphs at the wrong angle when you use the Meiryo UI font and other vertical fonts. These fonts are frequently used in Japan, China, or other countries in Asia.
    • We added a feature to facilitate certain cross-browser data transfers.
    • We fixed an issue that occurs when a dialog opens within Internet Explorer.
    • We fixed an issue in CLSID_InternetExplorer. [UPDATED] We fixed an issue that affects Internet Explorer COM automation scenarios. For more information, see Internet Explorer 11 desktop app retirement FAQ.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Internet Explorer to stop working when you copy and paste text while using the Input Method Editor (IME).
    • We fixed an issue that causes certain apps to stop responding to input. This issue occurs on devices that have a touchpad.
    • We fixed a touch keyboard deployment issue that affects WebView2 controls in Windows UI Library 3.0 (WinUI 3) applications.
    • We fixed a memory leak in ctfmon.exe that occurs when you switch between different edit clients.
    • We updated the phone number for Windows Activation for locales that have the wrong phone number.
    • We fixed a known issue that causes error codes 0x000006e4, 0x0000007c, or 0x00000709 when connecting to a remote printer that is shared on a Windows print server.
    • We fixed an issue that affects USB Print devices that support Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) Over USB. This issue prevents these USB Print devices from completing installation.
    • We fixed an issue that causes certain USB Print installers to report that they don’t detect the printer after you plug it in.
    • We fixed an issue where OS functionality could be improperly redirected when microsoft-edge: links are invoked.
    • We fixed an issue in the Windows audio system that might cause the audiodg.exe process to stop working, which results in a temporary loss of audio.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Software-Defined Networking (SDN) virtual machines from working when you configure the Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE) VPN bandwidth limitation.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause the return value of GetCommandLineA() to be lowercase in some developer scenarios.
    • We fixed a Primary Refresh Token (PRT) update issue that occurs when VPN users sign in using Windows Hello for Business when the VPN connection is offline. Users receive unexpected authentication prompts for online resources that are configured for user sign-in frequency (SIF) in Azure Active Directory-Conditional Access.
    • We added the message that indicates that an organization's policy manages the user's location privacy settings. This message appears when the privacy settings are controlled by the Group Policy documented in Manage connections from Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating system components to Microsoft services.
    • We fixed an issue that affects the Fast Identity Online 2.0 (FIDO2) credential provider and prevents the display of the PIN entry box.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Windows Defender Application Control to incorrectly compare two file version numbers.
    • We enhanced Microsoft Defender for Endpoint’s ability to identify and intercept ransomware and advanced attacks.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause Windows Mixed Reality to start when you put on a headset. This issue occurs even when you’ve turned off the option “Start Mixed Reality Portal when my headset's presence sensor detects that I'm wearing it”.
    • We fixed an audio distortion issue that affects Xbox One and Xbox Series Audio peripherals and occurs when you use them with spatial audio.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the AltGr key to stop working if a remote desktop client is running or if RemoteApp was disconnected.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the edit button and the battery icon in Quick Settings to intermittently disappear.
    • We fixed an issue that affects the Focus Assist button in the notification area, and we provided an accessible name for screen readers.
    • We updated several aspects of Windows emoji. As part of an iterative and ongoing work, we have made the following improvements for this release:
      • Updated all emoji in the Segoe UI Emoji font to the Fluent 2D emoji style
      • Included support for Emoji 13.1, which:
        • Updated the emoji dictionary
        • Added the ability to search for Emoji 13.1 in all supported languages
        • Updated the Emoji and more panel so you can enter emoji in your applications
    • We fixed an issue that affects the display of the number of unread notifications; some numbers don’t appear in the center of the circle in the notification area.
    • We fixed an issue that affects the Start menu when you install a large number of apps and change the screen resolution. The app names appear on the Start menu, but the app icons are missing. This update might also improve the reliability of the Start menu when you use secondary monitors in mixed resolution scenarios.
    • We fixed an issue that causes flickering when you hover over icons on the taskbar; this issue occurs if you’ve applied a high contrast theme.
    • We updated the Start menu's Ease of Access folder name to “Accessibility” to match our naming standard across Windows 11 (original release).
    • We fixed an issue that affects Microsoft Narrator users when they select Braille options in Settings.
    • We changed the screen color to blue when a device stops working or a stop error occurs as in previous versions of Windows.
    • We fixed an issue that causes some app icons in the Start's All apps list to be cut off on the bottom after you change the screen resolution.
    • We fixed an issue that, under certain conditions, prevents the keyboard focus rectangle from being visible when you use Task View, Alt-Tab, or Snap Assist.
    • We fixed an issue that affects apps that provide context (shortcut) menu items in File Explorer and desktop context menus. This issue occurs if these apps utilize Directory or Directory\Background registrations.
    • We fixed an issue that automatically removes the Serbian (Latin) Windows display language from a device .
    • We fixed an issue that displays the incorrect background for the iFLY Simplified Chinese IME icon in the notification area.
    • We fixed an issue that displays a blank space on the bottom of the Touch keyboard when you close the keyboard while the Suggestion UI is expanded.
    • We fixed reliability issues that prevent the display of File Explorer and desktop shortcut menus. This issue often occurs when you choose to use a single click to open an item.
    • We added an option for you to choose whether to automatically turn on Focus Assist for the first hour after a Windows feature update.
    • We improved the animation performance of icons on the taskbar.
    • We fixed a reliability issue on the lock screen that affects the rendering of the network status text.
    • We fixed volume control issues that affect Bluetooth audio devices.
    • We fixed an issue that causes File Explorer to stop working after you close a File Explorer window.
    • We fixed an issue that displays incorrect closed-caption shadows for some videos.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Windows Update History page in the Settings app to display a summary count of zero (0) updates per category when there are updates listed.
    • We fixed an issue that occurs when you run a 32-bit application on a 64-bit version of Windows 11. If you call NetServerEnum(), it might return error 87 or error 1231.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents your device from starting up, and it becomes unresponsive because of licensing API calls.
    • We fixed an issue in the Windows Network File System (NFS) client that might prevent you from renaming a file after mounting an NFS share. This issue occurs if you rename the file using File Explorer but does not occur if you rename the file using command line.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents flash drives, such SD cards and certain USB drives, from appearing in the Defragment and Optimize Drives UI.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a stop error in volmgr.sys when you delete a volume.
    • We fixed an issue that affects NTFS when you enable the update sequence number (USN) journal. NTFS performs unnecessary actions each time it performs a write operation, which affects I/O performance.
    • We enabled onunload events to create pop-up windows in Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/11/04/releasing-windows-11-kb5008295-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Fri, 05 Nov 2021 00:34:56 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175373 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 KB5008295 to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels.

    This update includes the following improvements:

    • We fixed a known issue that might prevent some users from
      

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    • We fixed a known issue that might prevent some users from opening or using certain built-in Windows apps or parts of some built-in apps. This issue occurs because of a Microsoft digital certificate that expired October 31, 2021. This issue might affect the following applications:
      • Snipping Tool
      • Touch Keyboard, Voice Typing, and Emoji Panel
      • Input Method Editor user interface (IME UI)
      • Getting started and Tips
    • We fixed a known issue that prevents the Start menu and Settings app from opening as expected (S-mode only).
    Please note: After installing KB5008295, the build number will not be revised or show as updated in “winver” or other areas in the OS. To confirm this update is installed, please check Settings > Windows Update > Update history. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/10/26/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1320-21h2-to-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 26 Oct 2021 17:44:04 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175360 Hello Windows Insiders, today we're releasing Windows 10, version 21H2 Build 19044.1320 (KB5006738) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H2.

    This update includes the improvements from

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    ]]> 21H2 Build 19044.1320 (KB5006738) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H2. This update includes the improvements from Build 19044.1319 plus the following additional change:
    • We fixed a known issue that might prevent the successful installation of printers using the Internet Printing Protocol (IPP).
    To check and see if you’re running Windows 10, version 21H2, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. For all the details on the 21H2 release – check out John Cable’s blog post. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/10/26/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-1320-21h1-to-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 26 Oct 2021 17:43:46 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175363 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 10, version 21H1 Build 19043.1320 (KB5006738) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H1.

    This update includes the i

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    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.1320 (KB5006738) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H1. This update includes the improvements from Build 19043.1319 plus the following additional change:
    • We fixed a known issue that might prevent the successful installation of printers using the Internet Printing Protocol (IPP).
    To check and see if you’re running Windows 10, version 21H1, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H1”. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/10/19/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-1319-21h1-to-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 19 Oct 2021 22:58:45 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175335 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 10, version 21H1 Build 19043.1319 (KB5006738) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H1.

    This update includes the f

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    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.1319 (KB5006738) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H1. This update includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from accessing the pre-provisioning page during the out-of-box experience (OOBE). This issue occurs when the credentials page for signing in to Azure Active Directory appears, and you press the Windows key five times.
    • We added a feature that facilitates certain cross-browser data transfers.
    • We fixed an issue with Assigned Access kiosks that are configured with Microsoft Edge as a kiosk application. These kiosks might sometimes fail to restart Microsoft Edge if users close the browser window.
    • We fixed an issue in which the use of App-V intermittently causes black screens to appear when signing in on the credentials page.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent subtitles from displaying for certain video apps and streaming video sites.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Windows 10 virtual private network (VPN) users from connecting to Windows Server 2019 Routing and Remote Access service (RRAS) servers.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Software-Defined Networking (SDN) virtual machines from working when you configure the Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE) VPN bandwidth limitation.
    • We fixed a Primary Refresh Token (PRT) update issue that occurs when VPN users sign in using Windows Hello for Business when the VPN connection is offline. Users receive unexpected authentication prompts for online resources that are configured for user sign-in frequency (SIF) in Azure Active Directory-Conditional Access.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Windows to go into BitLocker recovery after a servicing update.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause Kerberos.dll to stop working within the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). This occurs when LSASS processes simultaneous Service for User (S4U) user-to-user (U2U) requests for the same client user.
    • We fixed an issue in Code Integrity that might cause a memory leak.
    • We enhanced Microsoft Defender for Endpoint’s ability to identify and intercept ransomware and advanced attacks.
    • We fixed an issue in the OOBE that might cause Windows AutoPilot provisioning to fail.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Kana input mode users from inserting a question mark (?) using the Shift-0 key combination.
    • We fixed an issue that sometimes causes the lock screen to appear black if you enable slideshow.
    • We fixed a reliability issue with LogonUI.exe, which affects the rendering of the network status text on the credentials screen.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Server Message Block (SMB) Query Directory Requests to fail when the buffer size is large.
    • We fixed a memory leak issue in lsass.exe on domain controllers in the forest root domain that occurs when you have multiple forests and multiple domains in each forest. The SID-Name mapping functions leak memory when a request comes from another domain in the forest and crosses forest boundaries.
    • We fixed an issue with the virtual machine (VM) Load Balancing feature, which ignores a site’s fault domain.
    To check and see if you’re running Windows 10, version 21H1, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H1”. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/10/19/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1319-21h2-to-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 19 Oct 2021 22:58:33 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175333 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10, version 21H2 Build 19044.1319 (KB5006738) to the Release Preview Channel.

    This update will be offered automatically for Windows Insiders already on Windows 10, version 21H2

    The post Releasing Windows 10 Build 19044.1319 (21H2) to Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

    ]]> 21H2 Build 19044.1319 (KB5006738) to the Release Preview Channel. This update will be offered automatically for Windows Insiders already on Windows 10, version 21H2 in the Release Preview Channel. For Insiders not yet on Windows 10, version 21H2 – this update is offered via our “seeker” experience in Windows Update and ONLY to Insiders who were moved from the Beta Channel to the Release Preview Channel because their PC did not meet the hardware requirements for Windows 11. This means these Insiders will need to go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and choose to download and install Windows 10, version 21H2. This update includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from accessing the pre-provisioning page during the out-of-box experience (OOBE). This issue occurs when the credentials page for signing in to Azure Active Directory appears, and you press the Windows key five times.
    • We added a feature that facilitates certain cross-browser data transfers.
    • We fixed an issue with Assigned Access kiosks that are configured with Microsoft Edge as a kiosk application. These kiosks might sometimes fail to restart Microsoft Edge if users close the browser window.
    • We fixed an issue in which the use of App-V intermittently causes black screens to appear when signing in on the credentials page.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent subtitles from displaying for certain video apps and streaming video sites.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Windows 10 virtual private network (VPN) users from connecting to Windows Server 2019 Routing and Remote Access service (RRAS) servers.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Software-Defined Networking (SDN) virtual machines from working when you configure the Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE) VPN bandwidth limitation.
    • We fixed a Primary Refresh Token (PRT) update issue that occurs when VPN users sign in using Windows Hello for Business when the VPN connection is offline. Users receive unexpected authentication prompts for online resources that are configured for user sign-in frequency (SIF) in Azure Active Directory-Conditional Access.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Windows to go into BitLocker recovery after a servicing update.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause Kerberos.dll to stop working within the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). This occurs when LSASS processes simultaneous Service for User (S4U) user-to-user (U2U) requests for the same client user.
    • We fixed an issue in Code Integrity that might cause a memory leak.
    • We enhanced Microsoft Defender for Endpoint’s ability to identify and intercept ransomware and advanced attacks.
    • We fixed an issue in the OOBE that might cause Windows AutoPilot provisioning to fail.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Kana input mode users from inserting a question mark (?) using the Shift-0 key combination.
    • We fixed an issue that sometimes causes the lock screen to appear black if you enable slideshow.
    • We fixed a reliability issue with LogonUI.exe, which affects the rendering of the network status text on the credentials screen.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Server Message Block (SMB) Query Directory Requests to fail when the buffer size is large.
    • We fixed a memory leak issue in lsass.exe on domain controllers in the forest root domain that occurs when you have multiple forests and multiple domains in each forest. The SID-Name mapping functions leak memory when a request comes from another domain in the forest and crosses forest boundaries.
    • We fixed an issue with the virtual machine (VM) Load Balancing feature, which ignores a site’s fault domain.
    To check and see if you’re running Windows 10, version 21H2, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. For all the details on the 21H2 release – check out John Cable’s blog post. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/10/15/releasing-windows-11-build-22000-282-to-beta-and-release-preview-channels/ Fri, 15 Oct 2021 17:02:30 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175331 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22000.282 to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels.

    This update includes the following improvements:

    • We fixed an L3 caching issue that might affect perfo
      

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      ]]>
    • We fixed an L3 caching issue that might affect performance in some applications on devices that have AMD Ryzen processors after upgrading to Windows 11 (original release).
    • We fixed an issue for a small number of users that prevents the Start menu from working and prevents you from seeing the updated taskbar design after upgrading to Windows 11 (original release).
    • We fixed a race condition that occurs during the early part of startup that might cause a stop error.
    • We fixed a regression that might cause stop error 0x38 on some machine configurations that use non-ASCII text in the registry.
    • We fixed an issue with the interrupt handling of certain processors that might cause devices to stop responding.
    • We fixed an issue that causes PowerShell to create an infinite number of child directories. This issue occurs when you use the PowerShell Move-Item command to move a directory to one of its children. As a result, the volume fills up and the system stops responding.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Server Manager application to disappear after you use it to remove Hyper-V features. This issue occurs when you install Server Manager on Windows 11 (original release) clients using Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT).
    • We fixed a threading issue that might cause the Windows Remote Management (WinRM) service to stop working when it is under a high load.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) provider host process to stop working. This occurs because of an unhandled access violation that occurs when using the Desired State Configuration (DSC).
    • We fixed an issue that causes a device to stop responding when you forcibly shut down the device while a Group Policy is being updated.
    • We fixed an issue that causes file migration between Distributed File System (DFS) paths that are stored on different volumes to fail. This issue occurs when you implement the migration using PowerShell scripts that use the Move-Item command.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from writing to a WMI repository after a low memory condition occurs.
    • We fixed an issue with a hardcoded font in the PowerShell shortcut file that distorts Japanese, Chinese, and Korean language fonts. This update fixed this issue for all newly created users on the machine. Existing users can use the C:\Users\Default\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Windows PowerShell\Windows PowerShell.lnk file to open PowerShell to address the issue. Alternatively, existing users can create a shortcut to this file on the desktop and use the shortcut to open PowerShell.
    • We fixed an issue with parsing time formats in events when milliseconds are excluded.
    • We fixed an issue that incorrectly renders some Enhanced Metafile Format (EMF) files. This issue occurs if you build the EMF files using third-party applications with ExtCreatePen() and ExtCreateFontIndirect().
    • We provided administrators the option to reset the zoom to the default for HTML dialogs in Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode.
    • We fixed an issue with Enterprise Mode Site List redirection from Internet Explorer 11 to Microsoft Edge. In certain circumstances, the redirection opens a site in multiple tabs in Microsoft Edge.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Internet Explorer to stop working when you input certain characters in the Input Method Editor (IME).
    • We fixed an issue with PropertyGet in JScript9.dll.
    • We fixed a memory leak that occurs when you use nested classes within VBScript.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to keep the NumLock state after a Fast Startup restart.
    • We fixed an issue with moving certain app windows. Moving these app windows might be unusually slow if a File Explorer window is visible on the screen.
    • We fixed an issue that intermittently prevents the Mail app from accepting keyboard input in the address and subject boxes.
    • We fixed an issue with the UI for renaming files using folder view in File Explorer. The UI fails to properly handle inline composition using the new Japanese IME.
    • We fixed an issue in which the use of App-V intermittently causes black screens to appear when signing in on the credentials page.
    • We fixed an issue with an internet print server that fails to properly package modified printer properties before sending the package to the client.
    • We implemented a Group Policy setting for the following registry value (For more information, see KB5005010):

    Registry location: HKLM\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Printers\PointAndPrint

    Value name: RestrictDriverInstallationToAdministrators

    Value data: 1

    • We fixed an issue that might cause Xbox Game Bar recording features to be unavailable.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause distortion in the audio captured by voice assistants.
    • We fixed an issue that causes a memory leak in lsass.exe when the pTokenPrivileges buffer is not released.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause Kerberos.dll to stop working within the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS). This occurs when LSASS processes simultaneous Service for User (S4U) user-to-user (U2U) requests for the same client user.
    • We fixed an issue with a non-paged pool (NPP) leak from the UxSF pool tag. This leak occurs when lsass.exe stops processing asynchronous Security Support Provider Interface (SSPI) calls.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from enabling BitLocker on a thinly provisioned virtual machine (VM). The error is “A device attached to the system is not functioning” and the system logs, “STATUS_UNSUCCESSFUL”.
    • We improved the performance of MsSense.exe in environments with User Datagram Protocol (UDP) applications that require high amounts of bandwidth.
    • We fixed an issue in Windows Defender Exploit Protection that prevents some Microsoft Office applications from working on machines that have certain processors.
    • We enabled credentials for Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) users in Quick Assist.
    • We fixed an issue that sometimes prevents Quick Assist users from using full screen view after they start a remote assistance session.
    • We fixed an issue in which Set-RDSessionCollectionConfiguration does not set the camerastoredirect:s:value custom property.
    • We fixed an IME mode instability in the RemoteApp scenario. You must install this update on the Remote Desktop server and Remote Desktop client.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the IME toolbar to appear even when the RemoteApp is closed.
    • We fixed a paged pool memory leak of the registry keys for the Virtual Desktop ID that occurs in explorer.exe.
    • We made small adjustments to the contrast theme colors, such as making hyperlinks more distinct when you hover over them while you are using the desert theme.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Narrator and other screen readers from announcing when the Start menu is open in certain cases.
    • We fixed an issue that occurs if the search index is damaged in certain ways; attempts to search using the taskbar or File Explorer fail.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the search window from appearing on a secondary monitor.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause the File Explorer window to lose focus when you map a network drive.
    • We fixed an issue that sometimes causes the lock screen to appear black if you set up slideshow.
    • We fixed a reliability issue with LogonUI.exe, which affects the rendering of the network status text on the credentials screen.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from opening multiple instances of an app using Shift and clicking on the app’s icon in the taskbar.
    • We updated the visual design and animations of the Chat icon on the taskbar.
    • We removed the warning about losing other people's unsaved work when shutting down or restarting if no other users are signed in.
    • We fixed an issue that might occur when you configure the policy, "Delete user profiles older than a specified number of days on system restart". If a user has been signed in for longer than the time specified in the policy, the device might unexpectedly delete profiles at startup.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to establish a connection to the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) service or immediately drops an RDP connection under certain circumstances.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause input delays for certain Bluetooth mice and keyboards.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the Start menu from opening after a video driver upgrade.
    • We improved the precision of the estimates for downtime when the estimates are at least two minutes or more.
    • We fixed a Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) domain controller memory leak that is reported in Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments.
    • We fixed an issue that occurs when the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) bind cache is full, and the LDAP client library receives a referral.
    • We fixed an issue in Adamsync.exe that affects the syncing of large Active Directory subtrees.
    • We fixed an issue that causes a deadlock when Offline Files are enabled. As a result, CscEnpDereferenceEntryInternal holds parent and child locks.
    • We added the ability to configure period or dot (.) delimited IP We fixed interchangeably with fully qualified host names in the following Group Policy settings:
      • Package Point and Print - Approved Servers
      • Point and Print Restrictions
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/09/23/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-1263-21h1-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 23 Sep 2021 21:34:00 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175312 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 10, version 21H1 Build 19043.1263 (KB5005611) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H1.

    This update includes the f

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    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.1263 (KB5005611) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H1. This update includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue that changes the device’s current UI language. This occurs during an unattended out-of-box experience (OOBE) language pack installation scenario on a desktop.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the system time to be incorrect by one hour after a daylight saving time (DST) change.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Server Manager application to disappear after you use it to remove Hyper-V features on Windows Server 2022.
    • We fixed an issue with parsing time formats in event logs. This issue occurs when you exclude milliseconds.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the DnsCache service to increase the CPU usage to 100% utilization. As a result, the device stops responding.
    • We provided administrators the option to reset the zoom to the default for HTML dialogs in Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode.
    • We fixed an issue that stops calls to the Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) minidriver for Windows Portable Devices (WPD) devices that you access using WIAMgr.
    • We fixed an issue that causes applications, such as Microsoft Outlook, to suddenly stop responding during normal use. This occurs if the application created and removed UI elements on a background thread that is no longer receiving messages.
    • We fixed an issue with the Microsoft Outlook Add-in that prevents you from providing input after you select Reply.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to keep the NumLock state after a Fast Startup restart.
    • We fixed an issue with sharing a screen using Microsoft Teams. Protected content, such as a digital rights management (DRM) email, appears black for the presenter, but appears transparent for everyone else.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent drawing on the screen using Windows Context::UpdateRgnFromRects from working.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause distortion in the audio that Cortana and other voice assistants capture.
    • We removed the limitation of 25 maximum Traffic Selectors in the Windows native Internet Key Exchange (IKE) client and server.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to display the smart card PIN dialog when you are connected to a virtual private network (VPN). This issue occurs after upgrading to Windows 10, version 2004.
    • We fixed an issue that causes a memory leak in lsass.exe when the pTokenPrivileges buffer is not released.
    • We fixed an issue with a non-paged pool (NPP) leak from the UxSF pool tag. This leak occurs when lsass.exe stops processing asynchronous Security Support Provider Interface (SSPI) calls.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the xhunter1.sys driver from loading. As a result, some games cannot run when you enable Hypervisor-Protected Code Integrity (HVCI).
    • We fixed an issue that causes Windows to stop working if you deploy a Code Integrity policy without user mode rules.
    • We improved the performance of MsSense.exe in environments with User Datagram Protocol (UDP) applications that require high amounts of bandwidth.
    • We fixed an input method editor (IME) mode instability in the RemoteApp scenario. You must install this update on the Remote Desktop server and Remote Desktop client.
    • We fixed an issue that causes blurry News and interests icons when you use certain screen resolutions.
    • We fixed a paged pool memory leak of the registry keys for the Virtual Desktop ID that occurs in explorer.exe.
    • We fixed an issue that causes LogonUI.exe to stop working because Direct Manipulation fails to start.
    • We fixed an issue that causes News and interests to appear in the context menu even when you have disabled it on a device.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the configuration for multiple artifact DB support across datacenters to fail for Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) artifacts.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the LsaLookupSids() function to fail. This occurs when there are security identifiers (SID) for users that no longer exist in a group that contains cross-domain trusted users.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to apply the post_logout_redirect_uri= parameter when you use an External Claims Provider.
    • We fixed an issue with a deadlock in the WebDav redirector that occurs when it attempts to read a file from the local TfsStore. As a result, the system stops responding.
    • We fixed an issue that causes a stop error after a restart.
    • We fixed an issue with Enterprise Mode Site List redirection from Internet Explorer 11 to Microsoft Edge. In certain circumstances, the redirection opens a site in multiple tabs in Microsoft Edge.
    • We removed a hyperlink that might cause the Input app to stop working when you first enter fuzzy pinyin content.
    • We fixed an activation issue for the Input application.
    • We fixed an issue that causes apps to lose focus when the taskbar is not at the bottom of the screen.
    • We fixed an issue that always reports the update build revision (UBR) as zero (0) on a device during enrollment to mobile device management (MDM) service.
    • We fixed an issue with PropertyGet in JScript9.dll.
    • We implemented a Group Policy for the registry key below:
      • Key: HKLM\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Printers\PointAndPrint
      • Value: RestrictDriverInstallationToAdministrators
    To check and see if you’re running Windows 10, version 21H1, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H1”. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/09/23/releasing-windows-10-build-19044-1263-21h2-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 23 Sep 2021 21:33:40 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175310 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing 21H2 Build 19044.1263 (KB5005611) to the Release Preview Channel. This update will be offered automatically for Windows Insiders already on Windows 10, version 21H2 in the Release Previe

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    ]]> 21H2 Build 19044.1263 (KB5005611) to the Release Preview Channel. This update will be offered automatically for Windows Insiders already on Windows 10, version 21H2 in the Release Preview Channel. For Insiders not yet on Windows 10, version 21H2 – this update is offered via our “seeker” experience in Windows Update and ONLY to Insiders who were moved from the Beta Channel to the Release Preview Channel because their PC did not meet the hardware requirements for Windows 11. Not everyone in Release Preview will be offered this update for Windows 10 just yet. Insiders who are offered this update will need to go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and choose to download and install Windows 10, version 21H2. This update includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue that changes the device’s current UI language. This occurs during an unattended out-of-box experience (OOBE) language pack installation scenario on a desktop.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the system time to be incorrect by one hour after a daylight saving time (DST) change.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Server Manager application to disappear after you use it to remove Hyper-V features on Windows Server 2022.
    • We fixed an issue with parsing time formats in event logs. This issue occurs when you exclude milliseconds.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the DnsCache service to increase the CPU usage to 100% utilization. As a result, the device stops responding.
    • We provided administrators the option to reset the zoom to the default for HTML dialogs in Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode.
    • We fixed an issue that stops calls to the Windows Image Acquisition (WIA) minidriver for Windows Portable Devices (WPD) devices that you access using WIAMgr.
    • We fixed an issue that causes applications, such as Microsoft Outlook, to suddenly stop responding during normal use. This occurs if the application created and removed UI elements on a background thread that is no longer receiving messages.
    • We fixed an issue with the Microsoft Outlook Add-in that prevents you from providing input after you select Reply.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to keep the NumLock state after a Fast Startup restart.
    • We fixed an issue with sharing a screen using Microsoft Teams. Protected content, such as a digital rights management (DRM) email, appears black for the presenter, but appears transparent for everyone else.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent drawing on the screen using Windows Context::UpdateRgnFromRects from working.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause distortion in the audio that Cortana and other voice assistants capture.
    • We removed the limitation of 25 maximum Traffic Selectors in the Windows native Internet Key Exchange (IKE) client and server.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to display the smart card PIN dialog when you are connected to a virtual private network (VPN). This issue occurs after upgrading to Windows 10, version 2004.
    • We fixed an issue that causes a memory leak in lsass.exe when the pTokenPrivileges buffer is not released.
    • We fixed an issue with a non-paged pool (NPP) leak from the UxSF pool tag. This leak occurs when lsass.exe stops processing asynchronous Security Support Provider Interface (SSPI) calls.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the xhunter1.sys driver from loading. As a result, some games cannot run when you enable Hypervisor-Protected Code Integrity (HVCI).
    • We fixed an issue that causes Windows to stop working if you deploy a Code Integrity policy without user mode rules.
    • We improved the performance of MsSense.exe in environments with User Datagram Protocol (UDP) applications that require high amounts of bandwidth.
    • We fixed an input method editor (IME) mode instability in the RemoteApp scenario. You must install this update on the Remote Desktop server and Remote Desktop client.
    • We fixed an issue that causes blurry News and interests icons when you use certain screen resolutions.
    • We fixed a paged pool memory leak of the registry keys for the Virtual Desktop ID that occurs in explorer.exe.
    • We fixed an issue that causes LogonUI.exe to stop working because Direct Manipulation fails to start.
    • We fixed an issue that causes News and interests to appear in the context menu even when you have disabled it on a device.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the configuration for multiple artifact DB support across datacenters to fail for Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) artifacts.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the LsaLookupSids() function to fail. This occurs when there are security identifiers (SID) for users that no longer exist in a group that contains cross-domain trusted users.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to apply the post_logout_redirect_uri= parameter when you use an External Claims Provider.
    • We fixed an issue with a deadlock in the WebDav redirector that occurs when it attempts to read a file from the local TfsStore. As a result, the system stops responding.
    • We fixed an issue that causes a stop error after a restart.
    • We fixed an issue with Enterprise Mode Site List redirection from Internet Explorer 11 to Microsoft Edge. In certain circumstances, the redirection opens a site in multiple tabs in Microsoft Edge.
    • We removed a hyperlink that might cause the Input app to stop working when you first enter fuzzy pinyin content.
    • We fixed an activation issue for the Input application.
    • We fixed an issue that causes apps to lose focus when the taskbar is not at the bottom of the screen.
    • We fixed an issue that always reports the update build revision (UBR) as zero (0) on a device during enrollment to mobile device management (MDM) service.
    • We fixed an issue with PropertyGet in JScript9.dll.
    • We implemented a Group Policy for the registry key below:
      • Key: HKLM\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Printers\PointAndPrint
      • Value: RestrictDriverInstallationToAdministrators
    To check and see if you’re running Windows 10, version 21H2, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. For all the details on the 21H2 release – check out John Cable’s blog post. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/08/31/announcing-windows-10-insider-preview-build-19044-1202-21h2/ Tue, 31 Aug 2021 21:16:58 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175261 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing 21H2 Build 19044.1202 (KB5005101) to the Release Preview Channel.

    This update will be offered automatically for Windows Insiders already on Windows 10, version 21H2 in the Release Preview Channel. For I

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    ]]> ONLY to Insiders who were moved from the Beta Channel to the Release Preview Channel because their PC did not meet the hardware requirements for Windows 11. This means these Insiders will need to go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and choose to download and install Windows 10, version 21H2. This update includes the following change in addition to all the improvements listed as part of Build 19044.1200:
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Windows Update settings page to stop responding after you download an optional update.
    To check and see if you’re running Windows 10, version 21H2, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. For all the details on the 21H2 release – check out John Cable’s blog post. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/08/31/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-1202-21h1-to-release-preview-channel/ Tue, 31 Aug 2021 21:16:53 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175263 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 10, version 21H1 Build 19043.1202 (KB5005101) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H1.

    This update includes the f

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    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.1202 (KB5005101) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H1. This update includes the following change in addition to all the improvements listed as part of Build 19043.1200:
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Windows Update settings page to stop responding after you download an optional update.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/08/18/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-1198-21h1-to-release-preview-channel/ Wed, 18 Aug 2021 17:33:50 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175234 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 10, version 21H1 Build 19043.1200 (KB5005101) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H1.

    This update includes the f

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    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.1200 (KB5005101) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H1. This update includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from tracking Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) activation failures.
    • We fixed a threading issue that might cause the Windows Remote Management (WinRM) service to stop working when it is under a high load.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) provider host process to stop working. This occurs because of an unhandled access violation that occurs when using the Desired State Configuration (DSC).
    • We fixed an issue that causes file migration between Distributed File System (DFS) paths that are stored on different volumes to fail. This issue occurs when you implement the migration using PowerShell scripts that use the Move-Item command.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from writing to a WMI repository after a low memory condition occurs.
    • We fixed an issue that resets the brightness for standard dynamic range (SDR) content on high-dynamic range (HDR) monitors. This occurs after you restart the system or reconnect to the system remotely.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause an external monitor to display a black screen after Hibernation. This issue might occur when the external monitor connects to a docking station using a certain hardware interface.
    • We fixed a memory leak that occurs when you use nested classes within VBScript.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from typing any words in the username box during the out-of-box experience (OOBE) process. This issue occurs when you use the Chinese Input Method Editor (IME).
    • We fixed an issue that causes applications that use a shim to stop working. This issue occurs on devices that do not have edgegdi.dll installed. The error message is, "The code execution cannot proceed because edgegdi.dll was not found".
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent you from minimizing an application that uses unthemed windows.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause your device to stop working during a touch input gesture. This issue occurs if you bring more fingers into contact with the touchpad or screen during the middle of the gesture.
    • We fixed an issue with resizing images that might produce flickering and residual line artifacts.
    • We fixed an issue with copying and pasting a text box into Office 365 apps. The IME prevents you from inserting text into the text box.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents USB audio headsets from working on laptops that support USB audio offload. This issue occurs if you installed third-party audio drivers on the laptops.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Code Integrity rules from working correctly when specifying Package Family Name rules in a Code Integrity policy. This issue occurs because of the incorrect handling of case-sensitive names.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the ShellHWDetection service from starting on a Privileged Access Workstation (PAW) device and prevents you from managing BitLocker drive encryption.
    • We fixed an issue in Windows Defender Exploit Protection that prevents some Microsoft Office applications from working on machines that have certain processors.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the IME toolbar to appear even when the Remote App is closed.
    • We fixed an issue that might occur when you configure the policy, "Delete user profiles older than a specified number of days on system restart". If a user has been signed in for longer than the time specified in the policy, the device might unexpectedly delete profiles at startup.
    • We fixed an issue with the Microsoft OneDrive sync setting "Always keep on this device". The setting is unexpectedly reset to "Known folders only" after you install Windows updates.
    • We fixed an issue that provides the wrong Furigana result when a user cancels the Japanese reconversion.
    • We fixed a rare condition that prevents Bluetooth headsets from connecting using the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) for music playback and causes the headsets to only work for voice calls.
    • We added the "Target Product Version" policy. With this, administrators can specify the Windows product they want devices to migrate to or remain on (for example, Windows 10 or Windows 11).
    • We increased the default number of entries in the local security authority (LSA) Lookup Cache to improve lookup performance in high lookup volume scenarios.
    • We fixed an issue that might create duplicate built-in local accounts, such as administrator or guest account, during an in-place upgrade. This issue occurs if you previously renamed those accounts. As a result, the Local Users and Groups MMC snap-in (msc) appears blank with no accounts after the upgrade. This update removes the duplicate accounts from the local Security Account Manager (SAM) database on the affected machines. If the system detected and removed duplicate accounts, it logs a Directory-Services-SAM event, with ID 16986, in the System event log.
    • We fixed a stop error 0x1E in srv2!Smb2CheckAndInvalidateCCFFile.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause transfer validations to fail with the error, "HRESULT E_FAIL has been returned from a call to a COM component". This issue occurs when you use Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, or Windows Server 2012 as sources.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a system to stop working after a deduplication filter detects damage in a reparse point. This issue occurs because of deduplication driver changes introduced in a previous update.
    • We fixed an issue with using the robocopy command with the backup option (/B) to fix data loss. This issue occurs when the source location contains tiered Azure File Sync files or tiered Cloud Files.
    • We stopped running queries against OneSettings APIs from the obsolete Storage Health feature.
    • We enabled over 1400 new mobile device management (MDM) policies. With them, you can configure policies that Group Policies also support. These new MDM policies include administrative template (ADMX) policies, such as App Compat, Event Forwarding, Servicing, and Task Scheduler. Starting in September 2021, you can use the Microsoft Endpoint Manager (MEM) Settings Catalog to configure these new MDM policies.

    Known issue:

    • The Windows Update settings page may hang after you download an optional update. Close and reopen the Windows Update settings page if you encounter this.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/08/18/announcing-windows-10-insider-preview-build-19044-1198-21h2/ Wed, 18 Aug 2021 17:33:29 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175236 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing 21H2 Build 19044.1200 (KB5005101) to the Release Preview Channel.

    This update will be offered automatically for Windows Insiders already on Windows 10, version 21H2 in the Release Preview Channel. For I

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    ]]> ONLY to Insiders who were moved from the Beta Channel to the Release Preview Channel because their PC did not meet the hardware requirements for Windows 11. This means these Insiders will need to go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and choose to download and install Windows 10, version 21H2. This update includes the following new features as mentioned in John Cable’s blog post for Windows 10, version 21H2 last month:
    • Adding WPA3 H2E standards support for enhanced Wi-Fi security
    • Windows Hello for Business introduces a new deployment method called cloud trust to support simplified passwordless deployments and achieve a deploy-to-run state within a few minutes
    • GPU compute support in the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and Azure IoT Edge for Linux on Windows (EFLOW) deployments for machine learning and other compute intensive workflows
    It also includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from tracking Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) activation failures.
    • We fixed a threading issue that might cause the Windows Remote Management (WinRM) service to stop working when it is under a high load.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) provider host process to stop working. This occurs because of an unhandled access violation that occurs when using the Desired State Configuration (DSC).
    • We fixed an issue that causes file migration between Distributed File System (DFS) paths that are stored on different volumes to fail. This issue occurs when you implement the migration using PowerShell scripts that use the Move-Item command.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from writing to a WMI repository after a low memory condition occurs.
    • We fixed an issue that resets the brightness for standard dynamic range (SDR) content on high-dynamic range (HDR) monitors. This occurs after you restart the system or reconnect to the system remotely.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause an external monitor to display a black screen after Hibernation. This issue might occur when the external monitor connects to a docking station using a certain hardware interface.
    • We fixed a memory leak that occurs when you use nested classes within VBScript.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from typing any words in the username box during the out-of-box experience (OOBE) process. This issue occurs when you use the Chinese Input Method Editor (IME).
    • We fixed an issue that causes applications that use a shim to stop working. This issue occurs on devices that do not have edgegdi.dll installed. The error message is, "The code execution cannot proceed because edgegdi.dll was not found".
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent you from minimizing an application that uses unthemed windows.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause your device to stop working during a touch input gesture. This issue occurs if you bring more fingers into contact with the touchpad or screen during the middle of the gesture.
    • We fixed an issue with resizing images that might produce flickering and residual line artifacts.
    • We fixed an issue with copying and pasting a text box into Office 365 apps. The IME prevents you from inserting text into the text box.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents USB audio headsets from working on laptops that support USB audio offload. This issue occurs if you installed third-party audio drivers on the laptops.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Code Integrity rules from working correctly when specifying Package Family Name rules in a Code Integrity policy. This issue occurs because of the incorrect handling of case-sensitive names.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the ShellHWDetection service from starting on a Privileged Access Workstation (PAW) device and prevents you from managing BitLocker drive encryption.
    • We fixed an issue in Windows Defender Exploit Protection that prevents some Microsoft Office applications from working on machines that have certain processors.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the IME toolbar to appear even when the Remote App is closed.
    • We fixed an issue that might occur when you configure the policy, "Delete user profiles older than a specified number of days on system restart". If a user has been signed in for longer than the time specified in the policy, the device might unexpectedly delete profiles at startup.
    • We fixed an issue with the Microsoft OneDrive sync setting "Always keep on this device". The setting is unexpectedly reset to "Known folders only" after you install Windows updates.
    • We fixed an issue that provides the wrong Furigana result when a user cancels the Japanese reconversion.
    • We fixed a rare condition that prevents Bluetooth headsets from connecting using the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) for music playback and causes the headsets to only work for voice calls.
    • We added the "Target Product Version" policy. With this, administrators can specify the Windows product they want devices to migrate to or remain on (for example, Windows 10 or Windows 11).
    • We increased the default number of entries in the local security authority (LSA) Lookup Cache to improve lookup performance in high lookup volume scenarios.
    • We fixed an issue that might create duplicate built-in local accounts, such as administrator or guest account, during an in-place upgrade. This issue occurs if you previously renamed those accounts. As a result, the Local Users and Groups MMC snap-in (msc) appears blank with no accounts after the upgrade. This update removes the duplicate accounts from the local Security Account Manager (SAM) database on the affected machines. If the system detected and removed duplicate accounts, it logs a Directory-Services-SAM event, with ID 16986, in the System event log.
    • We fixed a stop error 0x1E in srv2!Smb2CheckAndInvalidateCCFFile.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause transfer validations to fail with the error, "HRESULT E_FAIL has been returned from a call to a COM component". This issue occurs when you use Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, or Windows Server 2012 as sources.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a system to stop working after a deduplication filter detects damage in a reparse point. This issue occurs because of deduplication driver changes introduced in a previous update.
    • We fixed an issue with using the robocopy command with the backup option (/B) to fix data loss. This issue occurs when the source location contains tiered Azure File Sync files or tiered Cloud Files.
    • We stopped running queries against OneSettings APIs from the obsolete Storage Health feature.
    • We enabled over 1400 new mobile device management (MDM) policies. With them, you can configure policies that Group Policies also support. These new MDM policies include administrative template (ADMX) policies, such as App Compat, Event Forwarding, Servicing, and Task Scheduler. Starting in September 2021, you can use the Microsoft Endpoint Manager (MEM) Settings Catalog to configure these new MDM policies.

    Known issue:

    • The Windows Update settings page may hang after you download an optional update. Close and reopen the Windows Update settings page if you encounter this.
    To check and see if you’re running Windows 10, version 21H2, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. For all the details on the 21H2 release – check out John Cable’s blog post. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/07/20/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-1149-21h1-to-release-preview-channel/ Wed, 21 Jul 2021 01:16:10 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175177 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.1149 (KB5004296) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1.

    NOTE: Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel on 21H1 will not re

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    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.1149 (KB5004296) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. NOTE: Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel on 21H1 will not receive this update. We will be flighting Windows 11 Insider Preview builds to these Insiders soon! This update includes the following change in addition to all the improvements listed as part of Build 19043.1147:
    • We added a new policy that creates generic strings and removes branding-specific terms, such as “Windows” or “PC”, for IoT Enterprise editions. For example, we changed “computer” to “device”. Instead of "Getting Windows ready," we changed that to "Getting things ready" and so on. These generic strings are displayed on a user’s screen when an update is in progress.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/07/20/announcing-windows-10-insider-preview-build-19044-1149-21h2/ Wed, 21 Jul 2021 01:14:00 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175175 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 10, version 21H2 Build 19044.1149 (KB5004296) to the Release Preview Channel.

    As a reminder, this update will apply to Windows Insiders in Release Preview already on Windows 10, version 21H2 (

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    ]]> Build 19044.1147) and Insiders who were moved from the Beta Channel to the Release Preview Channel because their PC did not meet the hardware requirements for Windows 11. For those Insiders already on Windows 10, version 21H2, this update will come through automatically via Windows Update. For Insiders not yet on 21H2, if this update is available for you, it will be offered via our “seeker” experience which means these Insiders will need to go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and choose to download and install Windows 10, version 21H2. This update includes the following change in addition to all the improvements listed as part of Build 19044.1147:
    • We added a new policy that creates generic strings and removes branding-specific terms, such as “Windows” or “PC”, for IoT Enterprise editions. For example, we changed “computer” to “device”. Instead of "Getting Windows ready," we changed that to "Getting things ready" and so on. These generic strings are displayed on a user’s screen when an update is in progress.
    To check and see if you’re running Windows 10, version 21H2, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. For all the details on the upcoming Windows 10, version 21H2 release – check out John Cable’s blog post. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/07/15/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-1147-21h1-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 15 Jul 2021 22:00:21 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175166 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.1147 (KB5004296) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1.

    NOTE: Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel on 21H1 will not re

    The post Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.1147 (21H1) to Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.1147 (KB5004296) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. NOTE: Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel on 21H1 will not receive this update. We will be flighting Windows 11 Insider Preview builds to these Insiders soon! This update includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue with searchindexer. After you sign out, searchindexer continues to hold handles to the per user search database in the profile path, “C:\Users\username\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Search\Data\Applications\\”. As a result, searchindexer stops working and duplicate profile names are created.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents gaming services from opening certain games for desktop users.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from entering text using the Input Method Editor (IME). This might occur, for example, after startup if you have set the power options to shut down a laptop by closing its lid.
    • We changed the functionality for uploading new activity into Timeline. If you sync your activity history across your devices using your Microsoft account (MSA), you cannot upload new activity into the Timeline. You can still use Timeline and see your activity history (information about recent apps, websites, and files) on your local device. This does not affect Azure Active Directory (AAD) accounts. To view web history, Microsoft Edge and other browsers provide the option to view recent web activities. You can also view recently used files using Microsoft OneDrive and Microsoft Office.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause the File Explorer window to lose focus when you are mapping a network drive.
    • We fixed an issue that causes File Explorer to stop working after reaching 99% completion when you are deleting many files on a mapped network drive.
    • We fixed a timing issue in the Group Policy Registry Telemetry that causes Group Policy extension processing to fail.
    • We fixed an issue that repeatedly rebuilds the Windows Filtering Platform (WFP) filters. This issue occurs when a device is enrolled in a mobile device management (MDM) service and “MDMWinsOverGP” is set.
    • We fixed an issue with an MDM service that fails to correctly apply certain junk mail rules.
    • We fixed an issue that always reports the update build revision (UBR) as zero (0) on a device during enrollment to an MDM service.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the enrollment of the Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA) certificate to fail with the error, “0x80090027 NTE_INVALID_PARAMETER”. This issue occurs when the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) provider (the Microsoft Software Key Storage Provider) stores the key.
    • We fixed an issue with auditing events 4624 and 5142 that display the wrong event template when Dutch is the display language.
    • We fixed an issue that causes System Integrity to leak memory.
    • We fixed an issue that plays the sound for selecting something in a game loudly when you press the trigger button on a game controller.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents power plans and Game Mode from working as expected. This results in lower frame rates and reduced performance while gaming.
    • We fixed an issue in which "Network Internal Access" appears on the taskbar network icon on systems that access the internet from certain domains.
    • We fixed an issue in which the Network Connectivity Status Indicator (NCSI) fails to detect internet connectivity after you connect to a virtual private network (VPN).
    • We fixed an issue that causes printing to stop or prints the wrong output. This issue occurs when you print using a USB connection after updating to Windows 10, version 2004 or later.
    • We fixed a rare issue that might degrade performance in applications that call Gdiplus.dll!GdipMeasureString in a tight loop with a new font on each call. This issue occurs after installing Windows updates released on and after February 2021.
    • We fixed an issue that incorrectly routes some audio channels when streaming using certain fixed channel layouts.
    • We fixed an issue that always displays devices that RemoteFX USB redirects as "Remote Desktop Generic USB Device" instead of the actual device name.
    • We fixed an issue in which Set-RDSessionCollectionConfiguration does not set the camerastoredirect:s:value custom property.
    • We fixed a Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) domain controller memory leak that is reported in Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from accessing a network drive that maps to a Distributed File System (DFS) root after you sign out.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from reconnecting to mapped network drives after you sign in and displays an access denied error. This issue occurs if you use the net use /deep option to create multiple drive mappings to different paths on the same encrypted file share.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents access to files on a Server Message Block (SMB) share when you enable Access Enabled Enumeration (ABE).
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the Windows Server service from starting if SrvComment is greater than 128 characters.
    • We fixed an issue in the Windows Network File System (NFS) client that might prevent you from renaming a file after mounting an NFS share. This issue occurs if you rename the file using File Explorer, but does not occur if you rename the file using command line.
    • We fixed an issue with an unhandled Open File dialog critical exception. As a result, Microsoft Foundation Class (MFC) applications might close unexpectedly.
    • We fixed an issue in which the Storage Sense page in Settings might incorrectly report the size of some storage devices that use the GUID Partition Table (GPT). The affected devices will incorrectly report in Storage Sense that the size is twice as large as the size reported in File Explorer. Note: This issue does not affect storage devices that use a master boot record (MBR).
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/07/15/announcing-windows-10-insider-preview-build-19044-1147-21h2/ Thu, 15 Jul 2021 22:00:05 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175164 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are announcing Windows 10, version 21H2 as the next feature update to Windows 10. As part of today’s announcement, we’re also releasing 21H2 Buil

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    ]]> today’s announcement, we’re also releasing 21H2 Build 19044.1147 (KB5004296) to the Release Preview Channel ONLY to Insiders who were moved from the Beta Channel to the Release Preview Channel because their PC did not meet the hardware requirements for Windows 11. We are releasing this build to those Insiders via our “seeker” experience in Windows Update. This means these Insiders will need to go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and choose to download and install 21H2. The features highlighted in John Cable’s blog post for Windows 10, version 21H2 are not yet in this build but will be included in a future update. It also includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue with searchindexer. After you sign out, searchindexer continues to hold handles to the per user search database in the profile path, “C:\Users\username\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Search\Data\Applications\\”. As a result, searchindexer stops working and duplicate profile names are created.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents gaming services from opening certain games for desktop users.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from entering text using the Input Method Editor (IME). This might occur, for example, after startup if you have set the power options to shut down a laptop by closing its lid.
    • We changed the functionality for uploading new activity into Timeline. If you sync your activity history across your devices using your Microsoft account (MSA), you cannot upload new activity into the Timeline. You can still use Timeline and see your activity history (information about recent apps, websites, and files) on your local device. This does not affect Azure Active Directory (AAD) accounts. To view web history, Microsoft Edge and other browsers provide the option to view recent web activities. You can also view recently used files using Microsoft OneDrive and Microsoft Office.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause the File Explorer window to lose focus when you are mapping a network drive.
    • We fixed an issue that causes File Explorer to stop working after reaching 99% completion when you are deleting many files on a mapped network drive.
    • We fixed a timing issue in the Group Policy Registry Telemetry that causes Group Policy extension processing to fail.
    • We fixed an issue that repeatedly rebuilds the Windows Filtering Platform (WFP) filters. This issue occurs when a device is enrolled in a mobile device management (MDM) service and “MDMWinsOverGP” is set.
    • We fixed an issue with an MDM service that fails to correctly apply certain junk mail rules.
    • We fixed an issue that always reports the update build revision (UBR) as zero (0) on a device during enrollment to an MDM service.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the enrollment of the Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA) certificate to fail with the error, “0x80090027 NTE_INVALID_PARAMETER”. This issue occurs when the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) provider (the Microsoft Software Key Storage Provider) stores the key.
    • We fixed an issue with auditing events 4624 and 5142 that display the wrong event template when Dutch is the display language.
    • We fixed an issue that causes System Integrity to leak memory.
    • We fixed an issue that plays the sound for selecting something in a game loudly when you press the trigger button on a game controller.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents power plans and Game Mode from working as expected. This results in lower frame rates and reduced performance while gaming.
    • We fixed an issue in which "Network Internal Access" appears on the taskbar network icon on systems that access the internet from certain domains.
    • We fixed an issue in which the Network Connectivity Status Indicator (NCSI) fails to detect internet connectivity after you connect to a virtual private network (VPN).
    • We fixed an issue that causes printing to stop or prints the wrong output. This issue occurs when you print using a USB connection after updating to Windows 10, version 2004 or later.
    • We fixed a rare issue that might degrade performance in applications that call Gdiplus.dll!GdipMeasureString in a tight loop with a new font on each call. This issue occurs after installing Windows updates released on and after February 2021.
    • We fixed an issue that incorrectly routes some audio channels when streaming using certain fixed channel layouts.
    • We fixed an issue that always displays devices that RemoteFX USB redirects as "Remote Desktop Generic USB Device" instead of the actual device name.
    • We fixed an issue in which Set-RDSessionCollectionConfiguration does not set the camerastoredirect:s:value custom property.
    • We fixed a Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) domain controller memory leak that is reported in Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from accessing a network drive that maps to a Distributed File System (DFS) root after you sign out.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from reconnecting to mapped network drives after you sign in and displays an access denied error. This issue occurs if you use the net use /deep option to create multiple drive mappings to different paths on the same encrypted file share.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents access to files on a Server Message Block (SMB) share when you enable Access Enabled Enumeration (ABE).
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the Windows Server service from starting if SrvComment is greater than 128 characters.
    • We fixed an issue in the Windows Network File System (NFS) client that might prevent you from renaming a file after mounting an NFS share. This issue occurs if you rename the file using File Explorer but does not occur if you rename the file using command line.
    • We fixed an issue with an unhandled Open File dialog critical exception. As a result, Microsoft Foundation Class (MFC) applications might close unexpectedly.
    • We fixed an issue in which the Storage Sense page in Settings might incorrectly report the size of some storage devices that use the GUID Partition Table (GPT). The affected devices will incorrectly report in Storage Sense that the size is twice as large as the size reported in File Explorer. Note: This issue does not affect storage devices that use a master boot record (MBR).
    Once an Insider updates their PC to Windows 10, version 21H2, they will continue to automatically receive new 21H2 updates through Windows Update using our servicing technology (like the monthly update process). To check and see if you’re running Windows 10, version 21H2, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”. For all the details on the 21H2 release – check out John Cable’s blog post. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/06/22/releasing-windows-feature-experience-pack-120-2212-3920-0-to-the-beta-release-preview-channels/ Tue, 22 Jun 2021 23:04:38 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175105 Hello Windows Insiders,

    Today, we are releasing Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3920.0 to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. For Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, this will be an opti

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    ]]> Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3920.0 to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. For Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, this will be an optional update for you. NOTE: This update will NOT be offered to commercial devices in the Release Preview Channel. These devices are devices AAD-joined and/or running the Windows 10 Enterprise edition. These customers will get Windows Feature Experience Packs delivered through “C” Preview releases which then get rolled up into monthly “B” releases. This enables commercial customers to test all the non-security fixes and features that will be rolled up into the next monthly “B” release. See this blog post for the details on the existing servicing process for Windows 10. This update only applies to Windows who are on the latest 21H1 release in the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel or the latest 20H2 release on the Release Preview Channel currently. This update includes the following improvement:
    • Fixed an issue that would cause the touch keyboard to not display when invoked.
    These Windows Feature Experience Pack updates are delivered to Insiders through Windows Update just like builds and cumulative updates are. As a reminder – we are testing this new process out with Insiders to deliver new feature improvements to customers outside of major Windows 10 feature updates. Right now, we are starting out with a really scoped set of features and improvements. Over time, we hope to expand the scope and the frequency of releases in the future. Eventually, these Windows Feature Experience Pack updates will get folded into the already existing servicing process for Windows 10 and delivered to customers that way through Windows Update. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/06/17/releasing-windows-10-build-19042-1081-20h2-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 17 Jun 2021 23:05:53 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175102 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 20H2 Build 19042.1081 (KB5003690)to the Beta and Release Preview Channels for those Insiders who are on 20H2 (Releasing Windows 10 Build 19042.1081 (20H2) to Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 20H2 Build 19042.1081 (KB5003690)to the Beta and Release Preview Channels for those Insiders who are on 20H2 (Windows 10 October 2020 Update). This update includes the following improvements: This update includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue that causes blurry text on the news and interests button on the Windows taskbar for some display configurations.
    • We fixed an issue that causes communication between apps to stop working after you enable the “AppMgmt_COM_SearchForCLSID” policy.
    • We fixed a performance issue in the MultiByteToWideChar() function that occurs when it is used in a non-English locale.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents sorting from working properly when using multiple versions of National Language Support (NLS) sorting.
    • We fixed an issue in a small subset of users that have lower than expected performance in games after installing KB5000842 or later.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Japanese Input Method Editor (IME) to suddenly stop working while you are typing.
    • We fixed an issue that causes WMIMigrationPlugin.dll to return an error when you attempt to migrate in offline mode.
    • We fixed an issue with the Set-RuleOption PowerShell command that fails to provide the option for the Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policy to treat files signed with an expired certificate as unsigned.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Windows to stop working when it uses AppLocker to validate a file that has multiple signatures. The error is 0x3B.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause BitLocker to go into recovery mode after updating the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) firmware. This occurs when the "Interactive logon: Machine account lockout Threshold" policy is set and there were incorrect password attempts.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Windows to generate many AppLocker or SmartLocker success events.
    • We fixed an issue with authenticating for a domain controller when Credential Guard and Remote Credential Guard are enabled.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents certain screen reader apps from running when Hypervisor-protected code integrity (HVCI) is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue in which signing in using a PIN fails. The error message is "Something happened and your PIN isn’t available. Click to set up your PIN again."
    • We added Windows support for System Management Mode protections (firmware protection version 2.0) for certain processors that support Secure Launch.
    • We fixed an issue that, in certain cases, takes you out of the exclusive virtual reality (VR) app and back to Windows Mixed Reality Home when you press the Windows button on the controller. With this update, when you press the Windows button, the Windows Start menu appears. When you close the Start menu, you will go back to the exclusive VR app.
    • We improved the accuracy and efficiency of sensitive data analysis in the Microsoft 365 Endpoint data loss prevention (DLP) Classification Engine.
    • We fixed an issue with the Internet Key Exchange (IKE) VPN service on remote access server (RAS) servers. Periodically, users cannot connect a VPN to the server over the IKE protocol. This issue might start several hours or days after restarting the server or restarting the IKEEXT service. Some users can connect while many others cannot connect because the service is in DoS Protection mode, which limits incoming connection attempts.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Wi-Fi connections to fail because of an invalid Message Integrity Check (MIC) on a four-way handshake if Management Frame Protection (MFP) is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a VPN to fail after renewing a user auto-enrolled certificate. The error message is "There are no more files".
    • We fixed an issue with the Tunnel Extensible Authentication protocol (TEAP) that replaces the outer identity with “anonymous” even though identity privacy is not selected or is disabled.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Remote Desktop sessions to stop responding while the User Datagram Protocol (UDP) is enabled.
    • We added support for the USB Test and Measurement Class.
    • We fixed an issue in Adamsync.exe that affects the syncing of large Active Directory subtrees.
    • We fixed an error that occurs when the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) bind cache is full, and the LDAP client library receives a referral.
    • We fixed a redirector stop error that is caused by a race condition that occurs when the system deletes binding objects when connections close.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from setting or querying disk quotas on the C drive.
    • We fixed an issue that causes 16-bit apps that run on NT Virtual DOS Machine (NTVDM) to stop working when you open them.
    • We fixed an issue that causes fontdrvhost.exe to stop working when Compact Font Format version 2 (CFF2) fonts are installed.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent End User Defined Characters (EUDC) from printing correctly because of font fallback settings.
    • We fixed an issue with Search box graphics on the Windows taskbar that occurs if you use the taskbar’s context menu to turn off News and interests. This graphics issue is especially visible when using dark mode.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause signing in with your fingerprint to fail after the system starts up or resumes from sleep.
    • We fixed an issue that might redirect you to the Microsoft Store page for Gaming Services when you try to install or start an Xbox Game Pass game on your Windows 10 device. Additionally, you receive error 0x80073D26 or 0x8007139F. For more information, see KB5004327.
    • UPDATE 6/21 : We fixed an issue that might cause a high-pitched noise or squeak in certain apps when you play 5.1 Dolby Digital audio using certain audio devices and Windows settings.
    • UPDATE 6/28 :We fixed an issue that sometimes prevents the candidate window from appearing while you use the IME for the Chinese and Japanese languages.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/06/17/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-1081-21h1-to-beta-release-preview-channels/ Thu, 17 Jun 2021 23:05:50 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175101 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.1081 (KB5003690) to the Beta Channel & Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. See our blog post Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.1081 (21H1) to Beta & Release Preview Channels appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.1081 (KB5003690) to the Beta Channel & Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. See our blog post here on preparing the Windows 10 May 2021 Update (21H1) for release. This update includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue that causes blurry text on the news and interests button on the Windows taskbar for some display configurations.
    • We fixed an issue that causes communication between apps to stop working after you enable the “AppMgmt_COM_SearchForCLSID” policy.
    • We fixed a performance issue in the MultiByteToWideChar() function that occurs when it is used in a non-English locale.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents sorting from working properly when using multiple versions of National Language Support (NLS) sorting.
    • We fixed an issue in a small subset of users that have lower than expected performance in games after installing KB5000842 or later.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the Japanese Input Method Editor (IME) to suddenly stop working while you are typing.
    • We fixed an issue that causes WMIMigrationPlugin.dll to return an error when you attempt to migrate in offline mode.
    • We fixed an issue with the Set-RuleOption PowerShell command that fails to provide the option for the Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policy to treat files signed with an expired certificate as unsigned.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Windows to stop working when it uses AppLocker to validate a file that has multiple signatures. The error is 0x3B.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause BitLocker to go into recovery mode after updating the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) firmware. This occurs when the "Interactive logon: Machine account lockout Threshold" policy is set and there were incorrect password attempts.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Windows to generate many AppLocker or SmartLocker success events.
    • We fixed an issue with authenticating for a domain controller when Credential Guard and Remote Credential Guard are enabled.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents certain screen reader apps from running when Hypervisor-protected code integrity (HVCI) is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue in which signing in using a PIN fails. The error message is "Something happened and your PIN isn’t available. Click to set up your PIN again."
    • We added Windows support for System Management Mode protections (firmware protection version 2.0) for certain processors that support Secure Launch.
    • We fixed an issue that, in certain cases, takes you out of the exclusive virtual reality (VR) app and back to Windows Mixed Reality Home when you press the Windows button on the controller. With this update, when you press the Windows button, the Windows Start menu appears. When you close the Start menu, you will go back to the exclusive VR app.
    • We improved the accuracy and efficiency of sensitive data analysis in the Microsoft 365 Endpoint data loss prevention (DLP) Classification Engine.
    • We fixed an issue with the Internet Key Exchange (IKE) VPN service on remote access server (RAS) servers. Periodically, users cannot connect a VPN to the server over the IKE protocol. This issue might start several hours or days after restarting the server or restarting the IKEEXT service. Some users can connect while many others cannot connect because the service is in DoS Protection mode, which limits incoming connection attempts.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Wi-Fi connections to fail because of an invalid Message Integrity Check (MIC) on a four-way handshake if Management Frame Protection (MFP) is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a VPN to fail after renewing a user auto-enrolled certificate. The error message is "There are no more files".
    • We fixed an issue with the Tunnel Extensible Authentication protocol (TEAP) that replaces the outer identity with “anonymous” even though identity privacy is not selected or is disabled.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Remote Desktop sessions to stop responding while the User Datagram Protocol (UDP) is enabled.
    • We added support for the USB Test and Measurement Class.
    • We fixed an issue in Adamsync.exe that affects the syncing of large Active Directory subtrees.
    • We fixed an error that occurs when the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) bind cache is full, and the LDAP client library receives a referral.
    • We fixed a redirector stop error that is caused by a race condition that occurs when the system deletes binding objects when connections close.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from setting or querying disk quotas on the C drive.
    • We fixed an issue that causes 16-bit apps that run on NT Virtual DOS Machine (NTVDM) to stop working when you open them.
    • We fixed an issue that causes fontdrvhost.exe to stop working when Compact Font Format version 2 (CFF2) fonts are installed.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent End User Defined Characters (EUDC) from printing correctly because of font fallback settings.
    • We fixed an issue with Search box graphics on the Windows taskbar that occurs if you use the taskbar’s context menu to turn off News and interests. This graphics issue is especially visible when using dark mode.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause signing in with your fingerprint to fail after the system starts up or resumes from sleep.
    • We fixed an issue that might redirect you to the Microsoft Store page for Gaming Services when you try to install or start an Xbox Game Pass game on your Windows 10 device. Additionally, you receive error 0x80073D26 or 0x8007139F. For more information, see KB5004327.
    • UPDATE 6/21 : We fixed an issue that might cause a high-pitched noise or squeak in certain apps when you play 5.1 Dolby Digital audio using certain audio devices and Windows settings.
    • UPDATE 6/28 :We fixed an issue that sometimes prevents the candidate window from appearing while you use the IME for the Chinese and Japanese languages.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/06/08/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-1052-21h1-to-beta-release-preview-channels/ Tue, 08 Jun 2021 17:07:06 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175099 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.1052 (KB5003637) to the Beta Channel & Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. See our blog post Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.1052 (21H1) to Beta & Release Preview Channels appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.1052 (KB5003637) to the Beta Channel & Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. See our blog post here on preparing the Windows 10 May 2021 Update (21H1) for release. This security update includes quality improvements. Key changes include:
    • Security updates to the Microsoft Scripting Engine, Windows App Platform and Frameworks, Windows Input and Composition, Windows Management, Windows Cloud Infrastructure, Windows Authentication, Windows Fundamentals, Windows Virtualization, Windows Kernel, Windows HTML Platform and Windows Storage and Filesystems.
    For more information about the resolved security vulnerabilities, please refer to the new Security Update Guide website. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/05/21/releasing-windows-10-build-19042-1023-20h2-to-release-preview-channel/ Fri, 21 May 2021 22:01:47 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175085 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 20H2 Build 19042.1023 (KB5003214) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 20H2 (Releasing Windows 10 Build 19042.1023 (20H2) to Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 20H2 Build 19042.1023 (KB5003214) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 20H2 (Windows 10 October 2020 Update). This update includes the following improvements:
    • UPDATE 5/25: News and interests on the taskbar is now available to anyone who installs this update!
    • UPDATE 5/25: Improves the news and interests hover experience to prevent accidental openings.
    • UPDATE 5/25: Adds the Open on hover option (checked by default) to the News and interests menu. To access it, right-click a blank space on the Windows taskbar and open the News and interests menu
    • We fixed an issue with the just-in-time (JIT) behavior of jscript9.dll.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent users from opening phone apps that are pinned to the taskbar. This issue occurs after they update to Windows 10, version 2004 and then use the Your Phone app.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents certain Win32 apps from opening when using the runas command.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents certain Win32 apps from opening when the “BlockNonAdminUserInstall” Group Policy is turned on.
    • We fixed an issue that displays progressive web application (PWA) icons as blank when you pin them to the taskbar.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to properly manage memory for touch input before a session ends.
    • We fixed a memory leak in ctfmon.exe that occurs when you refresh an application that has an editable box.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents a touch device from working as a serial mouse in multiple monitor situations.
    • We fixed an issue that unexpectedly displays the Settings page text "Let's finish setting up your device" at startup.
    • We fixed an issue that might display items on the desktop after you have deleted them from the desktop.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from viewing the Mouse settings page after the Settings Page Visibility Group Policy is set to "showonly:easeofaccess-mousepointer".
    • We fixed an issue in Safe Mode that prevents users from signing in if Web Sign-in is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue in Active Directory (AD) Admin Center that displays an error when it lists many organizational units (OU)or container objects and PowerShell Transcription is enabled. The error message is, "Collection was modified after the enumerator was instantiated".
    • We fixed an issue that causes Screen Readers to report the wrong UI information. This issue occurs because UI Automation reports inaccurate property information for some controls, such as IsDialog and IsControl.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to apply BitLocker encryption automatically using a Group Policy. This issue occurs on external drives that have a master boot record (MBR) active boot partition.
    • We fixed a memory leak issue in PKU2U that causes cluster nodes to run out of memory.
    • We fixed an issue with the Autopilot Reset command taking too long to process after it has been sent.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent the Windows Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Server from offering a lease to a DHCPv6 client after the client moves to a different virtual LAN (VLAN).
    • We fixed an issue that prevents a task from working correctly when you set the condition “Start only if the following network connection is available” for the task.
    • We fixed an issue that might display the "Device Removed" error when Direct3D developers use the SetStablePowerState() API in Windows Developer Mode.
    • We fixed an error that might cause video playback to fail when you switch from an external high-dynamic-range (HDR) display to a built-in non-HDR display.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to apply the spatial audio effect to sounds when you enable spatial audio.
    • We fixed an issue with noise when you enable spatial audio and use Bluetooth USB headphones.
    • We fixed a metadata encoding issue that causes Free Lossless Audio Codec (FLAC) music files to become unplayable if you change their title, artist, or other metadata.
    • We added support for the .hif file extension for High Efficiency Image File (HEIF) images.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a system to stop working when using Remote Desktop for USB redirection of an Xbox One controller.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a RemoteApp window to flicker or move to another area of the screen when using touch or pen input.
    • We fixed an issue with the PerfMon API that might cause handle leaks, which slow performance.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause endless replication when you promote a new domain controller and the Active Directory Recycle Bin feature is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue that sporadically prevents the Resource Host Subsystem (RHS) from registering network name resources in the Domain Name System (DNS). As a result, Event ID 1196 appears.
    • We fixed an issue with devices that were configured using mobile device management (MDM) RestrictedGroups, LocalUsersAndGroups, or UserRights policies. These devices incorrectly continue to receive the policy after you use MDM to remove the configuration profile that has the policy. As a result, users of the affected devices might have incorrect group memberships and UserRights assignments or other symptoms. This issue occurs after installing Windows updates from October 29, 2020 and later.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from receiving geographic location information even when all the geolocation UI settings are enabled correctly, and the device contains a location sensor.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to register a DNS update to an A record and a PTR when Azure virtual machines update against corporate DNS zones.
    • We fixed a timing issue that might cause a RemoteApp to intermittently duplicate characters that were entered on the local keyboard or pasted from the Windows clipboard.
    • UPDATE 5/24: We fixed an issue with the Magnifier that causes the mouse pointer to jump around the screen when you move the mouse.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/05/21/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-1023-21h1-to-beta-release-preview-channels/ Fri, 21 May 2021 22:01:33 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175084 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.1023 (KB5003214) to the Beta Channel & Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. See our blog post Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.1023 (21H1) to Beta & Release Preview Channels appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.1023 (KB5003214) to the Beta Channel & Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. See our blog post here on preparing the Windows 10 May 2021 Update (21H1) for release. This update includes the following improvements:
    • UPDATE 5/25: News and interests on the taskbar is now available to anyone who installs this update!
    • UPDATE 5/25: Improves the news and interests hover experience to prevent accidental openings.
    • UPDATE 5/25: Adds the Open on hover option (checked by default) to the News and interests menu. To access it, right-click a blank space on the Windows taskbar and open the News and interests menu
    • We fixed an issue with the just-in-time (JIT) behavior of jscript9.dll.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent users from opening phone apps that are pinned to the taskbar. This issue occurs after they update to Windows 10, version 2004 and then use the Your Phone app.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents certain Win32 apps from opening when using the runas command.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents certain Win32 apps from opening when the “BlockNonAdminUserInstall” Group Policy is turned on.
    • We fixed an issue that displays progressive web application (PWA) icons as blank when you pin them to the taskbar.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to properly manage memory for touch input before a session ends.
    • We fixed a memory leak in ctfmon.exe that occurs when you refresh an application that has an editable box.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents a touch device from working as a serial mouse in multiple monitor situations.
    • We fixed an issue that unexpectedly displays the Settings page text "Let's finish setting up your device" at startup.
    • We fixed an issue that might display items on the desktop after you have deleted them from the desktop.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from viewing the Mouse settings page after the Settings Page Visibility Group Policy is set to "showonly:easeofaccess-mousepointer".
    • We fixed an issue in Safe Mode that prevents users from signing in if Web Sign-in is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue in Active Directory (AD) Admin Center that displays an error when it lists many organizational units (OU)or container objects and PowerShell Transcription is enabled. The error message is, "Collection was modified after the enumerator was instantiated".
    • We fixed an issue that causes Screen Readers to report the wrong UI information. This issue occurs because UI Automation reports inaccurate property information for some controls, such as IsDialog and IsControl.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to apply BitLocker encryption automatically using a Group Policy. This issue occurs on external drives that have a master boot record (MBR) active boot partition.
    • We fixed a memory leak issue in PKU2U that causes cluster nodes to run out of memory.
    • We fixed an issue with the Autopilot Reset command taking too long to process after it has been sent.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent the Windows Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Server from offering a lease to a DHCPv6 client after the client moves to a different virtual LAN (VLAN).
    • We fixed an issue that prevents a task from working correctly when you set the condition “Start only if the following network connection is available” for the task.
    • We fixed an issue that might display the "Device Removed" error when Direct3D developers use the SetStablePowerState() API in Windows Developer Mode.
    • We fixed an error that might cause video playback to fail when you switch from an external high-dynamic-range (HDR) display to a built-in non-HDR display.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to apply the spatial audio effect to sounds when you enable spatial audio.
    • We fixed an issue with noise when you enable spatial audio and use Bluetooth USB headphones.
    • We fixed a metadata encoding issue that causes Free Lossless Audio Codec (FLAC) music files to become unplayable if you change their title, artist, or other metadata.
    • We added support for the .hif file extension for High Efficiency Image File (HEIF) images.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a system to stop working when using Remote Desktop for USB redirection of an Xbox One controller.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a RemoteApp window to flicker or move to another area of the screen when using touch or pen input.
    • We fixed an issue with the PerfMon API that might cause handle leaks, which slow performance.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause endless replication when you promote a new domain controller and the Active Directory Recycle Bin feature is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue that sporadically prevents the Resource Host Subsystem (RHS) from registering network name resources in the Domain Name System (DNS). As a result, Event ID 1196 appears.
    • We fixed an issue with devices that were configured using mobile device management (MDM) RestrictedGroups, LocalUsersAndGroups, or UserRights policies. These devices incorrectly continue to receive the policy after you use MDM to remove the configuration profile that has the policy. As a result, users of the affected devices might have incorrect group memberships and UserRights assignments or other symptoms. This issue occurs after installing Windows updates from October 29, 2020 and later.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from receiving geographic location information even when all the geolocation UI settings are enabled correctly, and the device contains a location sensor.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to register a DNS update to an A record and a PTR when Azure virtual machines update against corporate DNS zones.
    • We fixed a timing issue that might cause a RemoteApp to intermittently duplicate characters that were entered on the local keyboard or pasted from the Windows clipboard.
    • UPDATE 5/24: We fixed an issue with the Magnifier that causes the mouse pointer to jump around the screen when you move the mouse.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/05/11/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-985-21h1-to-beta-release-preview-channels/ Tue, 11 May 2021 17:06:34 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175079 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.985 (KB5003173) to the Beta Channel & Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. See our blog post Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.985 (21H1) to Beta & Release Preview Channels appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.985 (KB5003173) to the Beta Channel & Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. See our blog post here on preparing the Windows 10 May 2021 Update (21H1) for release. This security update includes quality improvements. Key changes include:
    • Security updates to Windows App Platform and Frameworks, the Windows Kernel, Windows Media, the Microsoft Scripting Engine, and the Windows Silicon Platform.
    For more information about the resolved security vulnerabilities, please refer to the new Security Update Guide website. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/04/28/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-964-21h1-to-beta-channel-release-preview-channels/ Wed, 28 Apr 2021 21:04:49 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175062 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.964 (KB5001391) to the Beta Channel & Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. See our blog post Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.964 (21H1) to Beta & Release Preview Channels appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.964 (KB5001391) to the Beta Channel & Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. See our blog post here on preparing the Windows 10 May 2021 Update (21H1) for release. This update includes all the fixes in 21H1 Build 19043.962 plus the following additional fix:
    • We fixed an issue causing a 0xC2 (BAD_POOL_CALLER) bugcheck when using IOCTL_SCSI_PASS_THROUGH_DIRECT.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/04/28/releasing-windows-feature-experience-pack-120-2212-3740-0-to-the-beta-release-preview-channels/ Wed, 28 Apr 2021 17:05:19 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175060 Hello Windows Insiders,

    Today, we are releasing Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3740.0 to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. For Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, this will be an opti

    The post Releasing Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3740.0 to the Beta & Release Preview Channels appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

    ]]> Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3740.0 to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. For Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, this will be an optional update for you. NOTE: This update will NOT be offered to commercial devices in the Release Preview Channel. These devices are devices AAD-joined and/or running the Windows 10 Enterprise edition. These customers will get Windows Feature Experience Packs delivered through “C” Preview releases which then get rolled up into monthly “B” releases. This enables commercial customers to test all the non-security fixes and features that will be rolled up into the next monthly “B” release. See this blog post for the details on the existing servicing process for Windows 10. This update only applies to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels who are on the latest 21H1 release in the Beta Channel or the latest 20H2 release on the Release Preview Channel currently. This update includes the following improvement:
    • We’ve removed nonfunctional hyperlinks from being displayed in the Input Method Editor (IME) candidate window.
    These Windows Feature Experience Pack updates are delivered to Insiders through Windows Update just like builds and cumulative updates are. As a reminder – we are testing this new process out with Insiders to deliver new feature improvements to customers outside of major Windows 10 feature updates. Right now, we are starting out with a really scoped set of features and improvements. Over time, we hope to expand the scope and the frequency of releases in the future. Eventually, these Windows Feature Experience Pack updates will get folded into the already existing servicing process for Windows 10 and delivered to customers that way through Windows Update. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/04/19/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-962-21h1-to-beta-channel-release-preview-channels/ Mon, 19 Apr 2021 21:25:30 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175048 UPDATE 4/20: This update is yet to be offered to commercial devices in the Release Preview Channel on 21H1. We will make the update available soon.

    Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build

    The post Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.962 (21H1) to Beta Channel & Release Preview Channels appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

    ]]> UPDATE 4/20: This update is yet to be offered to commercial devices in the Release Preview Channel on 21H1. We will make the update available soon. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.962 (KB5001391) to the Beta Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1 (Click here for the 21H1 announcement). This update is also available for commercial devices in the Release Preview Channel on 21H1 as mentioned here in this blog post. This update includes the following improvements:
    • We are rolling out news and interests on the Windows taskbar to Beta and Release Preview rings. This has been available in the Dev Channel, with on-going improvements based on Insider feedback. News and interests on the taskbar make it easy to stay up to date with information at a glance, and we look forward to hearing what you think.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents a site from transitioning out of Microsoft Edge IE Mode when expected.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to remove mandatory profiles completely when you sign out when using the “Delete cached copies of roaming profiles” Group Policy.
    • We fixed an issue that causes blank tiles to appear on the Start menu with names such as “ms-resource:AppName” or "ms-resource:appDisplayName". These blank tiles represent the installed applications and appear for approximately 15 minutes after updating to a newer version of Windows 10. Installing this update prevents these blank tiles from appearing on the Start menu.
    • We fixed an issue with the Microsoft Japanese Input Method Editor (IME) that prevents an app's custom candidate window from displaying correctly.
    • We fixed an issue that occurs when you install inventory applications.
    • We fixed an issue that includes kernel mode rules for .NET applications in Windows Defender Application Control policies. As a result, the generated policies are significantly larger than necessary.
    • We fixed an issue that causes devices to fail Device Health Attestation.
    • We fixed an issue that turns off S Mode when you enable System Guard Secure Launch on a system running Windows 10 in S Mode.
    • We fixed an issue that causes lsass.exe memory usage to grow until the system becomes unusable. This occurs when Transport Layer Security (TLS) resumes a session.
    • We fixed an issue with a race condition between Task Scheduler and the Workstation Service. As a result, users cannot automatically join a hybrid Azure Active Directory (AAD) domain and error 0x80070490 is generated.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Azure Active Directory authentication to fail after signing in on Windows Virtual Desktop machines.
    • We fixed an issue that causes AAD Work Accounts to unexpectedly disappear from certain apps such Microsoft Teams or Microsoft Office.
    • We fixed an issue with a partial Service Connection Point (SCP) configuration that causes dsregcmd.exe to stop working. This issue occurs because of a case-sensitive domain ID name comparison that occurs when joining a hybrid Azure Active Directory domain using single sign-on (SSO).
    • We fixed an issue that accidently triggers hybrid AAD joining when the Group Policy “Register domain-joined computers as devices” is set to DISABLED. For more information, see Post configuration tasks for Hybrid Azure AD join.
    • We added the ability to adjust the amount of idle time before a headset goes to sleep in the Settings app for Windows Mixed Reality.
    • We fixed an issue that might generate a stop error when Docker containers run with process isolation.
    • We fixed an issue that causes automatic enrollment and certificate retrieval to fail with the error, “The parameter is incorrect.”
    • We fixed an issue that might cause Microsoft Defender Application Guard virtual machines to stop responding when Microsoft Defender Application Guard for Office opens a document. This issue might occur on some devices or in drivers that utilize GPU Hardware Accelerated Scheduling.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents some media players from playing content on hybrid devices that are running with dGPU on iGPU displays.
    • We fixed an issue with race conditions that cause high CPU usage. As a result, the system stops working and deadlocks occur.
    • We fixed an issue with a deadlock in the New Technology File System (NTFS).
    • We fixed an issue that causes DWM.exe to stop working in some cases.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent an application screen from working when using a Remote Desktop ActiveX control that is embedded in an HTML page.
    • We improved the Windows Server Storage Migration Service by:
      • Adding support for migration from NetApp FAS arrays to Windows Servers and clusters.
      • Resolving multiple issues and improving reliability.
      • For more information, see Storage Migration Service overview.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/04/19/releasing-windows-10-build-19042-962-20h2-to-release-preview-channel/ Mon, 19 Apr 2021 21:21:04 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175049 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 20H2 Build 19042.962 (KB5001391) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 20H2 (Releasing Windows 10 Build 19042.962 (20H2) to Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 20H2 Build 19042.962 (KB5001391) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 20H2 (Windows 10 October 2020 Update). This update includes the following improvements:
    • We are rolling out news and interests on the Windows taskbar to Beta and Release Preview rings. This has been available in the Dev Channel, with on-going improvements based on Insider feedback. News and interests on the taskbar make it easy to stay up to date with information at a glance, and we look forward to hearing what you think.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents a site from transitioning out of Microsoft Edge IE Mode when expected.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to remove mandatory profiles completely when you sign out when using the “Delete cached copies of roaming profiles” Group Policy.
    • We fixed an issue that causes blank tiles to appear on the Start menu with names such as “ms-resource:AppName” or "ms-resource:appDisplayName". These blank tiles represent the installed applications and appear for approximately 15 minutes after updating to a newer version of Windows 10. Installing this update prevents these blank tiles from appearing on the Start menu.
    • We fixed an issue with the Microsoft Japanese Input Method Editor (IME) that prevents an app's custom candidate window from displaying correctly.
    • We fixed an issue that occurs when you install inventory applications.
    • We fixed an issue that includes kernel mode rules for .NET applications in Windows Defender Application Control policies. As a result, the generated policies are significantly larger than necessary.
    • We fixed an issue that causes devices to fail Device Health Attestation.
    • We fixed an issue that turns off S Mode when you enable System Guard Secure Launch on a system running Windows 10 in S Mode.
    • We fixed an issue that causes lsass.exe memory usage to grow until the system becomes unusable. This occurs when Transport Layer Security (TLS) resumes a session.
    • We fixed an issue with a race condition between Task Scheduler and the Workstation Service. As a result, users cannot automatically join a hybrid Azure Active Directory (AAD) domain and error 0x80070490 is generated.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Azure Active Directory authentication to fail after signing in on Windows Virtual Desktop machines.
    • We fixed an issue that causes AAD Work Accounts to unexpectedly disappear from certain apps such Microsoft Teams or Microsoft Office.
    • We fixed an issue with a partial Service Connection Point (SCP) configuration that causes dsregcmd.exe to stop working. This issue occurs because of a case-sensitive domain ID name comparison that occurs when joining a hybrid Azure Active Directory domain using single sign-on (SSO).
    • We fixed an issue that accidently triggers hybrid AAD joining when the Group Policy “Register domain-joined computers as devices” is set to DISABLED. For more information, see Post configuration tasks for Hybrid Azure AD join.
    • We added the ability to adjust the amount of idle time before a headset goes to sleep in the Settings app for Windows Mixed Reality.
    • We fixed an issue that might generate a stop error when Docker containers run with process isolation.
    • We fixed an issue that causes automatic enrollment and certificate retrieval to fail with the error, “The parameter is incorrect.”
    • We fixed an issue that might cause Microsoft Defender Application Guard virtual machines to stop responding when Microsoft Defender Application Guard for Office opens a document. This issue might occur on some devices or in drivers that utilize GPU Hardware Accelerated Scheduling.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents some media players from playing content on hybrid devices that are running with dGPU on iGPU displays.
    • We fixed an issue with race conditions that cause high CPU usage. As a result, the system stops working and deadlocks occur.
    • We fixed an issue with a deadlock in the New Technology File System (NTFS).
    • We fixed an issue that causes DWM.exe to stop working in some cases.
    • We fixed an issue that might prevent an application screen from working when using a Remote Desktop ActiveX control that is embedded in an HTML page.
    • We improved the Windows Server Storage Migration Service by:
      • Adding support for migration from NetApp FAS arrays to Windows Servers and clusters.
      • Resolving multiple issues and improving reliability.
      • For more information, see Storage Migration Service overview.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/04/13/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-928-21h1-to-beta-release-preview-channels/ Tue, 13 Apr 2021 17:05:19 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175038 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.928 (KB5001330) the Beta Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1 (Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.928 (21H1) to Beta & Release Preview Channels appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.928 (KB5001330) the Beta Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1 (Click here for the 21H1 announcement). This update is also available for commercial devices in the Release Preview Channel on 21H1 as mentioned here in this blog post. This security update includes quality improvements. Key changes include:
    • We fixed an issue in which a principal in a trusted MIT realm fails to obtain a Kerberos service ticket from Active Directory domain controllers (DC). This occurs on devices that installed Windows Updates that contain CVE-2020-17049 protections and configured PerfromTicketSignature to 1 or higher. These updates were released between November 10, 2020 and December 8, 2020. Ticket acquisition also fails with the error, “KRB_GENERIC_ERROR”, if callers submit a PAC-less Ticket Granting Ticket (TGT) as an evidence ticket without providing the USER_NO_AUTH_DATA_REQUIRED flag.
    • We fixed an issue with security vulnerabilities identified by a security researcher. Because of these security vulnerabilities, this and all future Windows updates will no longer contain the RemoteFX vGPU.For more information about the vulnerability and its removal, see CVE-2020-1036 and KB4570006. Secure vGPU alternatives are available using Discrete Device Assignment (DDA) in Windows Server LTSC releases (Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server 2019) and Windows Server SAC releases (Windows Server, version 1803 and later versions).
    • We fixed a potential elevation of privilege vulnerability in the way Azure Active Directory web sign-in allows arbitrary browsing from the third-party endpoints used for federated authentication. For more information, see CVE-2021-27092 and Policy CSP - Authentication.
    • Security updates to Windows App Platform and Frameworks, Windows Apps, Windows Input and Composition, Windows Office Media, Windows Fundamentals, Windows Cryptography, the Windows AI Platform, Windows Kernel, Windows Virtualization, Internet Explorer, and Windows Media.
    • We have resolved an issue where some Insiders were getting an 0x800f081f error when attempting to install an early version of KB5000842. If you continue to hit an issue with the final version of KB5000842 update, let us know via Feedback Hub.
    For more information about the resolved security vulnerabilities, please refer to the new Security Update Guide website. Please note it may take up to an hour after going live for the KB article to show up on the Windows 10 update history page. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/03/25/releasing-windows-feature-experience-pack-120-2212-3530-0-to-the-beta-release-preview-channels/ Thu, 25 Mar 2021 21:01:40 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175021 Hello Windows Insiders,

    Today, we are releasing Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3530.0 to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. For Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, this will be an optio

    The post Releasing Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3530.0 to the Beta & Release Preview Channels appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

    ]]> Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3530.0 to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels. For Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, this will be an optional update for you. NOTE: This update will NOT be offered to commercial devices in the Release Preview Channel. These devices are devices AAD-joined and/or running the Windows 10 Enterprise edition. These customers will get Windows Feature Experience Packs delivered through “C” Preview releases which then get rolled up into monthly “B” releases. This enables commercial customers to test all the non-security fixes and features that will be rolled up into the next monthly "B" release. See this blog post for the details on the existing servicing process for Windows 10. This update only applies to Windows Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels who are on the latest 21H1 release in the Beta Channel or the latest 20H2 release in the Release Preview Channel currently. This update includes the following improvement:
    • We are improving the reliability of displaying the candidate list for users of the Input Method Editor (IME).
    These Windows Feature Experience Pack updates are delivered to Insiders through Windows Update just like builds and cumulative updates are. As a reminder – we are testing this new process out with Insiders to deliver new feature improvements to customers outside of major Windows 10 feature updates. Right now, we are starting out with a really scoped set of features and improvements. Over time, we hope to expand the scope and the frequency of releases in the future. Eventually, these Windows Feature Experience Pack updates will get folded into the already existing servicing process for Windows 10 and delivered to customers that way through Windows Update. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/03/25/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-906-21h1-to-beta-channel/ Thu, 25 Mar 2021 17:23:50 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175018 UPDATE 4/13: We have resolved an issue with the new build where some Insiders were getting an 0x800f081f error when attempting to install an early version of KB5000842. If you continue to hit an issue with the final version of KB5000

    The post Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.906 (21H1) to Beta Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.

    ]]> UPDATE 4/13: We have resolved an issue with the new build where some Insiders were getting an 0x800f081f error when attempting to install an early version of KB5000842. If you continue to hit an issue with the final version of KB5000842 update, let us know via Feedback Hub. Click here for the build information. UPDATE 3/26: Some Windows Insiders may experience an 0x800f081f error when attempting to install 21H1 Build 19043.906 (KB5000842). We are aware of the issue and planning to resolve the issue in a new Cumulative Update for 21H1. Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.906 (KB5000842) to the Beta Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1. Windows 10, version 21H1, is the next feature update for Windows 10 – read the announcement here. This update includes all the fixes in 21H1 Build 19043.899 plus the following additional fix:
    • We fixed an issue that fails to print the graphical content in a document after installing the March 9, 2021 update.
    • [ADDED 3/30] We fixed an issue that prevents you from specifying up to 255 columns when you use the Jet Text installable indexed sequential access method (IISAM) format.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/03/25/releasing-windows-10-build-19042-906-20h2-to-release-preview-channel/ Thu, 25 Mar 2021 17:16:35 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=175016 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 20H2 Build 19042.906 (KB5000842) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 20H2 (Releasing Windows 10 Build 19042.906 (20H2) to Release Preview Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 20H2 Build 19042.906 (KB5000842) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on 20H2 (Windows 10 October 2020 Update). This update includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue with zoom that occurs when using Microsoft Edge IE Mode on devices that use multiple high-DPI monitors.
    • We enabled administrators to use a Group Policy to enable extended keyboard shortcuts, including Ctrl+S, for users in Microsoft Edge IE Mode.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the icon for a Toast collection from appearing in the Action Center if the icon file’s URI contains spaces.
    • We fixed an issue that makes high dynamic range(HDR) screens appear much darker than expected.
    • We fixed an issue that causes video playback to be out of sync in duplicate mode when you use multiple monitors.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause applications to stop working while you type Japanese characters using the Microsoft Japanese Input Method Editor (IME) in compatibility mode.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a device to stop responding during hybrid shutdown.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from adjusting or turning off the touchpad because of administrative settings.
    • We fixed a window rendering issue that causes content in a window to flash frequently when FlipEx is used.
    • We fixed a window rendering issue that causes content in a window to flash frequently when multi-plane overlay (MPO) is used.
    • We fixed an issue with Japanese input that occurs after focus changes between boxes in Microsoft Edge Legacy.
    • We fixed an issue that displays nothing or shows “Computing Filters” indefinitely when you filter File Explorer search results.
    • We fixed an issue that makes the split layout unavailable for the touch keyboard when you rotate a device to portrait mode.
    • We informed users when a child account in the Family Safety plan has administrative privileges.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from closing Toast Notifications using the Close button on touchscreen devices.
    • We fixed an issue with a heap leak that might cause explorer.exe to consume high amounts of memory.
    • We updated the Volgograd, Russia time zone from UTC+4 to UTC+3.
    • We added a new time zone, UTC+2:00 Juba, for the Republic of South Sudan.
    • We fixed an issue with the Windows Event Log Forwarding client, which returns the first matching certificate without checking private key permissions. With this update, the Windows Event Log Forwarding client selects the client’s certificate only if the Network Service has read permissions for the private key.
    • We fixed an issue that causes PowerShell-based monitors to stop working when you enable transcription on the systems.
    • We fixed an issue that stops BranchCache from working if you activate Windows using Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) license.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Windows 10 Home edition devices from upgrading to the Windows 10 Pro Education edition using mobile device management (MDM) services such as Microsoft Intune.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents App-V applications from opening and generates error 0xc0000225.
    • We fixed an issue in which some machines enrolled with an MDM service fail to sync if the device manufacturer's name contains a reserved character.
    • We fixed an issue with using a configuration service provider (CSP) policy to configure a custom setting for Audit Other Logon/Logoff events. The custom setting fails to take effect.
    • We fixed an issue that causes a system to stop working when no Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is present in the system. The error code in TpmTasks.dll!TrackTPMStateChanges is c0000005.
    • We fixed an issue that causes multiple instances of appidcertstorecheck.exe to run on a system when AppLocker is enabled and the system is not on the internet.
    • We fixed an issue with credential roaming when Windows Hello for Business is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents performance monitoring tools from displaying logged data for single instance counter objects.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the Chromium-based Microsoft Edge from working. This issue occurs when Microsoft Edge is used in combination with Microsoft App-V and fonts are enabled inside the virtual environment.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a black screen or delay signing in to Hybrid Azure Active Directory joined machines. Additionally, there is no access to login.microsoftonline.com.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the system to stop working and generates error code 0xC9.
    • We fixed an issue with 7.1 channel audio technology.
    • We fixed an issue that turns on Caps lock unexpectedly when using RemoteApp. 31259510
    • We enabled Windows to retrieve updated printer capabilities to ensure that users have the proper set of selectable print options.
    • We updated support for hole punch and stapling locations for print jobs with long edge first paper feed direction on certain printers.
    • We fixed an issue with high memory usage when performing XSLT transforms using MSXLM6.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause File Explorer and other applications to stop responding for several minutes. This issue occurs after a client reconnects to the corporate network and attempts to use mapped drives to access file shares on the corporate network.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Server Message Block 1 (SMB1) clients from accessing the SMB share after restarting the LanmanServer service.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause the cluster network interface to stop working for a short time. As a result, the network interface controller (NIC) is marked as failed. When the network is operational again, the system might not detect that the NIC is working and the NIC remains in a failed status.
    • We fixed an issue with signing in to a device that is in the current domain by using the default user profile of a device that is in a different, but trusted domain. The profile service of the current domain cannot retrieve the default user profile from the trusted domain and uses the local default user profile instead.
    • We fixed an issue that causes a device to stop working if you delete files or folders that OneDrive syncs.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Windows from activating Windows 10, version 2004 using the OA 3.0 key after installing KB4598291.
    • We fixed an issue with evaluating the compatibility status of the Windows ecosystem to help ensure application and device compatibility for all updates to Windows.
    • We removed the Microsoft Edge Legacy desktop application that is out of support and installs the new Microsoft Edge. For more information, see New Microsoft Edge to replace Microsoft Edge Legacy with April’s Windows 10 Update Tuesday release.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from using the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) to connect to a Windows Server 2019 device that is in Desktop Experience mode.
    • We fixed an issue to allow our enterprise partners to work with the Microsoft Support program to create customized mitigations.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Remote Desktop sessions to end unexpectedly.
    • We fixed an issue with an HTTP Keep-Alive connection in Azure Front Door. After completing a previous request and response to keep the connection open, Azure Front Door will try to reuse the connection. After an idle timeout, a race condition might occur that closes the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) connection. As a result, the client might fail with an invalid server response.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a blue screen when attempting to print to certain printers using some apps and might generate the error, APC_INDEX_MISMATCH.
    • We fixed an issue that fails to print the graphical content in a document after installing the March 9, 2021 update.
    • [ADDED 3/30] We fixed an issue that prevents you from specifying up to 255 columns when you use the Jet Text installable indexed sequential access method (IISAM) format.
    [Update] This update is also available for commercial devices in the Release Preview Channel on 21H1 as mentioned here in this blog post. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/03/15/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-899-21h1-to-beta-channel/ Mon, 15 Mar 2021 23:34:15 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=174991 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.899 (KB5000842) to the Beta Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1 (Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.899 (21H1) to Beta Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.899 (KB5000842) to the Beta Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1 (Click here for the 21H1 announcement). This update includes the following improvements:
    • We fixed an issue with zoom that occurs when using Microsoft Edge IE Mode on devices that use multiple high-DPI monitors.
    • We enabled administrators to use a Group Policy to enable extended keyboard shortcuts, including Ctrl+S, for users in Microsoft Edge IE Mode.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the icon for a Toast collection from appearing in the Action Center if the icon file’s URI contains spaces.
    • We fixed an issue that makes high dynamic range (HDR) screens appear much darker than expected.
    • We fixed an issue that causes video playback to be out of sync in duplicate mode when you use multiple monitors.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause applications to stop working while you type Japanese characters using the Microsoft Japanese Input Method Editor (IME) in compatibility mode.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a device to stop responding during hybrid shutdown.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from adjusting or turning off the touchpad because of administrative settings.
    • We fixed a window rendering issue that causes content in a window to flash frequently when FlipEx is used.
    • We fixed a window rendering issue that causes content in a window to flash frequently when multi-plane overlay (MPO) is used.
    • We fixed an issue with Japanese input that occurs after focus changes between boxes in Microsoft Edge.
    • We fixed an issue that displays nothing or shows “Computing Filters” indefinitely when you filter File Explorer search results.
    • We fixed an issue that makes the split layout unavailable for the touch keyboard when you rotate a device to portrait mode.
    • We informed users when a child account in the Family Safety plan has administrative privileges.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents you from closing Toast Notifications using the Close button on touchscreen devices.
    • We fixed an issue with a heap leak that might cause explorer.exe to consume high amounts of memory.
    • We updated the Volgograd, Russia time zone from UTC+4 to UTC+3.
    • We added a new time zone, UTC+2:00 Juba, for the Republic of South Sudan.
    • We fixed an issue with the Windows Event Log Forwarding client, which returns the first matching certificate without checking private key permissions. With this update, the Windows Event Log Forwarding client selects the client’s certificate only if the Network Service has read permissions for the private key.
    • We fixed an issue that causes PowerShell-based monitors to stop working when you enable transcription on the systems.
    • We fixed an issue that stops BranchCache from working if you activate Windows using Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) license.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Windows 10 Home edition devices from upgrading to the Windows 10 Pro Education edition using mobile device management (MDM) services such as Microsoft Intune.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents App-V applications from opening and generates error 0xc0000225.
    • We fixed an issue in which some machines enrolled with an MDM service fail to sync if the device manufacturer's name contains a reserved character.
    • We fixed an issue with using a configuration service provider (CSP) policy to configure a custom setting for Audit Other Logon/Logoff events. The custom setting fails to take effect.
    • We fixed an issue that causes a system to stop working when no Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is present in the system. The error code in TpmTasks.dll!TrackTPMStateChanges is c0000005.
    • We fixed an issue that causes multiple instances of explorer.exe to run on a system when AppLocker is enabled and the system is not on the internet.
    • We fixed an issue with credential roaming when Windows Hello for Business is enabled.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents performance monitoring tools from displaying logged data for single instance counter objects.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents the Chromium-based Microsoft Edge from working. This issue occurs when Microsoft Edge is used in combination with Microsoft App-V and fonts are enabled inside the virtual environment.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a black screen or delay signing in to Hybrid Azure Active Directory joined machines. Additionally, there is no access to login.microsoftonline.com.
    • We fixed an issue that causes the system to stop working and generates error code 0xC9.
    • We fixed an issue with 7.1 channel audio technology.
    • We fixed an issue that turns on Caps lock unexpectedly when using RemoteApp. 31259510
    • We enabled Windows to retrieve updated printer capabilities to ensure that users have the proper set of selectable print options.
    • We updated support for hole punch and stapling locations for print jobs with long edge first paper feed direction on certain printers.
    • We fixed an issue with high memory usage when performing XSLT transforms using MSXLM6.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause File Explorer and other applications to stop responding for several minutes. This issue occurs after a client reconnects to the corporate network and attempts to use mapped drives to access file shares on the corporate network.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Server Message Block 1 (SMB1) clients from accessing the SMB share after restarting the LanmanServer service.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause the cluster network interface to stop working for a short time. As a result, the network interface controller (NIC) is marked as failed. When the network is operational again, the system might not detect that the NIC is working and the NIC remains in a failed status.
    • We fixed an issue with signing in to a device that is in the current domain by using the default user profile of a device that is in a different, but trusted domain. The profile service of the current domain cannot retrieve the default user profile from the trusted domain and uses the local default user profile instead.
    • We fixed an issue that causes a device to stop working if you delete files or folders that OneDrive syncs.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents Windows from activating Windows 10, version 2004 using the OA 3.0 key after installing KB4598291.
    • We fixed an issue with evaluating the compatibility status of the Windows ecosystem to help ensure application and device compatibility for all updates to Windows.
    • We removed the Microsoft Edge Legacy desktop application that is out of support and installs the new Microsoft Edge. For more information, see New Microsoft Edge to replace Microsoft Edge Legacy with April’s Windows 10 Update Tuesday release.
    • We fixed an issue that prevents users from using the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) to connect to a Windows Server 2019 device that is in Desktop Experience mode.
    • We fixed an issue to allow our enterprise partners to work with the Microsoft Support program to create customized mitigations.
    • We fixed an issue that might cause a blue screen when attempting to print to certain printers using some apps and might generate the error, APC_INDEX_MISMATCH.
    • We fixed an issue with an HTTP Keep-Alive connection in Azure Front Door. After completing a previous request and response to keep the connection open, Azure Front Door will try to reuse the connection. After an idle timeout, a race condition might occur that closes the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) connection. As a result, the client might fail with an invalid server response.
    • We fixed an issue that causes Remote Desktop sessions to end unexpectedly.
    Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]> https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2021/03/09/releasing-windows-10-build-19043-867-21h1-to-beta-channel/ Tue, 09 Mar 2021 18:13:22 +0000 https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/?p=174970 Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.867 (KB5000802) the Beta Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1 (Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.867 (21H1) to Beta Channel appeared first on Windows Insider Blog.
    ]]> 21H1 Build 19043.867 (KB5000802) the Beta Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1 (Click here for the 21H1 announcement) This security update includes quality improvements. Key changes include:
    • We fixed an elevation of privilege security vulnerability documented in CVE-2021-1640 related to print jobs submitted to “FILE:” ports. After installing Windows updates from March 9, 2021 and later, print jobs that are in a pending state before restarting the print spooler service or restarting the OS will remain in an error state. Manually delete the affected print jobs and resubmit them to the print queue when the print spooler service is online.
    • Security updates to the Windows Shell, Windows Fundamentals, Windows Management, Windows Apps, Windows User Account Control (UAC), Windows Virtualization, Windows Kernel, the Microsoft Graphics Component, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge Legacy, and Windows Media.
    For more information about the resolved security vulnerabilities, please refer to the new Security Update Guide website. Please note it may take up to an hour after going live for the KB article to show up on the Windows 10 update history page. Thanks, The Windows Insider Program Team]]>