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Winsage

November 22, 2025

Pretty much everything important on Windows 11 has broken, says Microsoft

Windows 11 has encountered significant issues, including failures in the Windows Recovery Environment and complications during the migration from Windows 10 to 11. The recent Windows 11 24H2 update has led to critical failures for users, affecting core shell components such as explorer.exe, shelhost.exe, StartMenuExperienceHost, and ImmersiveShell. Symptoms include application crashes when initializing XAML views, explorer running without a taskbar, failure of the Start menu to launch, silent failures of System Settings, and crashes of ShellHost.exe. Microsoft attributes these problems to applications dependent on XAML packages not registering in time after the update. Reports indicate a shift in user preference, with a Linux distribution for former Windows users achieving 780,000 downloads within a month, reflecting growing dissatisfaction with Windows.

Winsage

October 31, 2025

AMD kills Windows 10 support in its latest Adrenalin update — Battlefield 6 picks up bug fixes and optimizations

On October 29, AMD released the Adrenalin software update version 25.10.2 for Radeon graphics, which includes support for games like Battlefield 6 and Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2, both using DirectX 12. The update supports AMD Ryzen AI 5 330's integrated Radeon 820M graphics, expands Vulkan support, and includes various bug fixes. It is compatible with Windows 10 and requires Windows 11 version 21H2 or later. The update limits new game support to AMD's Radeon RX 7000 and RX 9000 GPUs, dropping support for older RDNA 1 and RDNA 2 graphics cards. The update also introduces "Work Graphs" support for Radeon RX 9000 GPUs, enhancing GPU autonomy. Fixed issues include crashes in several games and stuttering with VR headsets, while known issues persist with Battlefield 6 and other titles. The driver is available for download from the AMD website.

Winsage

October 30, 2025

Windows 11 KB5044384 Update Bugs Task Manager, Causes PC Slowdowns

Users are reporting performance issues with Windows 11 linked to the preview update KB5044384, which has caused the Task Manager to display misleading data regarding CPU, memory, and disk usage. This bug affects IT administrators in enterprise environments, leading to potential operational inefficiencies. In addition to Task Manager discrepancies, users have experienced visual glitches and application crashes. Microsoft is aware of the issue and is working on a patch. Users can mitigate the slowdown by restarting the Task Manager process or rolling back the update. The situation highlights the challenges of balancing rapid feature deployment with system stability in Windows 11's development.

Winsage

August 1, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5733 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5733 (KB5062673) has been released to the Dev Channel, introducing new features, improvements, and fixes. Changes and Improvements: - File Explorer now shows people icons for work or school accounts under the “Activity” column and in the “Recommended” section, revealing Live Persona Cards from Microsoft 365 when hovered over or clicked. - The option to manage or clear Bing search history has been removed from Settings and can now be accessed directly through the Privacy dashboard. Fixes: - The Start menu crash issue has been resolved. - A fix has been implemented for taskbar preview thumbnail unresponsiveness. - The lock screen widget crash has been addressed, allowing users to add new widgets. - Multi-finger touchpad gestures have been fixed. Known Issues: - Some users may experience a rollback with a 0x80070005 error during installation. - An issue with dao360.dll causing application crashes is being addressed. - Blank icons may appear in the Start menu's “All” section after updating. - Reports of all apps being unpinned from the taskbar are under investigation. - In dark mode, low storage drive indicators may appear inaccurately. - Delays in intelligent text actions on Copilot+ PCs are noted. - Live captions may crash during live translation on Copilot+ PCs. - Connecting Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth may cause a bugcheck; users can resolve this by uninstalling a specific driver. Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel receive updates based on Windows 11, version 25H2, and features are gradually rolled out. Users should ensure that the toggle for the latest updates is turned ON to receive new features promptly. Some features may not be released beyond Windows Insiders and may change over time.

Winsage

July 20, 2025

10 useful Windows built-in tools you’ve never used

- Windows Memory Diagnostic tests RAM for errors that may cause system crashes or freezes. It can be launched by typing "Windows Memory Diagnostic" in the Start Menu or using the Run Command with mdsched.exe. - Resource Monitor provides detailed insights into CPU, RAM, disk activity, and network bandwidth, helping identify resource-consuming applications. It can be accessed through Task Manager or the Windows search box. - Reliability Monitor displays a timeline of system stability, including software installations, updates, crashes, and hardware errors, aiding in troubleshooting. It can be found by searching in the Start bar or through Control Panel > Security and Maintenance. - DirectX Diagnostic Tool offers information about GPU, audio drivers, and DirectX version, useful for diagnosing gaming-related issues. It can be launched by pressing Win + R and typing dxdiag. - Credential Manager securely manages Windows login credentials and network login information. It can be accessed by searching for "Credential Manager" in the Start bar or through Control Panel. - God Mode consolidates over 200 system settings into a single folder, accessible by creating a new folder and renaming it to GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}. - Local Group Policy Editor allows advanced customization of Windows settings for Pro or Enterprise users. It can be launched by pressing Win + R and typing gpedit.msc. - Computer Management Console provides access to various system tools like Device Manager and Disk Management. It can be opened by right-clicking the Start button or using Win + R with compmgmt.msc. - Powercfg Tool diagnoses battery issues and provides reports on battery usage and health. It can generate a report by running powercfg /batteryreport in Command Prompt. - System Configuration (msconfig) allows users to control Windows boot options and troubleshoot startup issues. It can be launched by pressing Win + R and typing msconfig.

Tech Optimizer

July 5, 2025

Critical PHP Vulnerabilities Expose Systems to SQL Injection & DoS Attacks

A security vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-1735 in the PHP pgsql extension has been disclosed, classified with moderate severity. It arises from inadequate error checking during input data escaping, specifically the failure to pass error parameters to the PQescapeStringConn() function and not verifying NULL values from PQescapeIdentifier(). This flaw affects PHP versions prior to 8.1.33, 8.2.29, 8.3.23, and 8.4.10, allowing potential SQL injection attacks and application crashes due to null pointer dereferences. The vulnerability is linked to a recent PostgreSQL vulnerability (CVE-2025-1094) related to invalid multibyte character handling. Developers are urged to upgrade to patched releases to mitigate risks.

Tech Optimizer

July 5, 2025

Multiple PHP Vulnerabilities Allow SQL Injection & DoS Attacks

Critical security vulnerabilities in PHP, identified as CVE-2025-1735 and CVE-2025-6491, pose risks for SQL injection attacks and denial of service (DoS) conditions. These vulnerabilities affect PHP versions below 8.1.33, 8.2.29, 8.3.23, and 8.4.10. CVE-2025-1735 relates to the PostgreSQL extension, where insufficient error checking during string escaping can lead to SQL injection vulnerabilities and application crashes. This flaw is associated with PostgreSQL's CVE-2025-1094. CVE-2025-6491 affects the SOAP extension, causing segmentation faults when a SoapVar instance has a namespace prefix exceeding 2GB, which can lead to application termination. This issue is linked to limitations in libxml2 versions prior to 2.13. Patches are available for all affected PHP versions to mitigate these vulnerabilities. CVE-2025-1735 has a CVSS score of 9.1 (Critical), while CVE-2025-6491 has a CVSS score of 5.9 (Moderate).

Winsage

March 14, 2025

Windows 11 bug with Nvidia GPUs prevents apps from launching

Windows 11 is experiencing significant issues for users with Nvidia GPUs, particularly those in the Windows Insider program on the Canary channel, who are facing difficulties launching applications. The problem is linked to an incompatibility with DirectX 9, resulting in crashes related to D3D9 DLL files. This affects various software, including applications, games, PowerPoint, web browsers, and certain websites. Microsoft has acknowledged the issue in the known problems list for Canary Channel build 27808, but many users still encounter disruptions. Some users have found temporary solutions by replacing the problematic D3D9 DLL files in the System32 and SysWOW64 folders with versions from previous builds, requiring administrative rights and disabling their Nvidia GPU via Device Manager. The issue appears to be limited to Windows Insider participants using Canary builds, and while Microsoft hasn't explicitly blamed Nvidia GPUs, the evidence suggests a predominant impact on these users.

Winsage

March 12, 2025

The latest Windows Insider build is crashing games, and Nvidia might be the culprit

Build 27808 of Windows Insider, released on March 7, has caused crashes in applications using DirectX 9, particularly affecting the d3d9.dll file. Microsoft is investigating this issue, which primarily impacts users in the Canary channel. There are indications from users that Nvidia GPUs may be related to the crashes, although Microsoft has not confirmed this. Some users have found a workaround by replacing the d3d9.dll file from a previous build, but this requires disabling the Nvidia GPU in Device Manager. The problems seem to be associated with recent RTX 50-series graphics cards. Users in the Canary channel are advised to consider reverting to a previous build or switching to a more stable channel, while the broader user base remains unaffected.