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New patch for Windows 11 24H2 reportedly plays havoc with File Explorer, and some folks are claiming it's broken their PC
Winsage
February 18, 2025

New patch for Windows 11 24H2 reportedly plays havoc with File Explorer, and some folks are claiming it’s broken their PC

Microsoft's cumulative update for Windows 11, patch KB5051987, has caused significant issues for users of the 24H2 version. Problems include File Explorer failing to open essential folders like Documents and Pictures, difficulties accessing File Explorer through search or shortcuts, and widespread installation failures. Users report the update process stalling, prolonged installation times, critical system errors, and instances of Blue Screens of Death, which can render Windows 11 inoperable. The issues persist even in clean installations of Windows 11, and there are currently no widely recognized workarounds, though disabling Windows Sandbox has been suggested for Pro edition users. Reports of installation failures and system crashes continue, leading to caution among users regarding the update.
Meta working on resolving Facebook, Instagram outage
AppWizard
December 12, 2024

Meta working on resolving Facebook, Instagram outage

Meta announced progress in resolving a widespread outage affecting users in Canada and beyond, stating it is "99% of the way there." The outage impacted WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and Facebook Messenger, with users reporting access difficulties on Downdetector.com. The disruption began at 12:40 p.m. ET, peaked at 1:05 p.m. ET, and connectivity was restored shortly after. Meta confirmed that a technical issue was affecting some users' access to its apps and committed to resolving it quickly. This incident follows a similar outage earlier this year.
Millions affected as Meta is hit by major global outage
AppWizard
December 12, 2024

Millions affected as Meta is hit by major global outage

A significant global outage affected Meta's social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp, starting around 4:30 AM on Thursday, with a surge of complaints particularly from Australia. By 5:40 AM, thousands of users reported issues, especially in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. The hashtag “#instagramdown” trended on X with over 5,000 posts reflecting user confusion and frustration. Meta acknowledged the issue and worked to resolve it, with users beginning to regain access by approximately 8 AM. This incident follows a similar outage in March that was resolved within two hours, with no insights provided on the causes.
Meta apologizes for Facebook, Instagram outages
AppWizard
December 12, 2024

Meta apologizes for Facebook, Instagram outages

Users of Meta's social media platforms—Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger—experienced outages starting around 1 p.m. Eastern Time. The majority of issues were reported with mobile applications, particularly Facebook Messenger. Meta acknowledged the technical difficulties and communicated their efforts to restore services. Connectivity began to resume within an hour of the first reports.
Microsoft lifts one of the blocks preventing users from updating to Windows 11 24H2
Winsage
November 9, 2024

Microsoft lifts one of the blocks preventing users from updating to Windows 11 24H2

Microsoft identified a compatibility issue with the Voicemeeter app after the rollout of Windows 11 version 24H2, causing blue screen errors due to driver incompatibilities. An update block was implemented for systems running Voicemeeter to protect users. Voicemeeter developers released a new version that resolves the driver issue, allowing Microsoft to lift the update block. Users must upgrade Voicemeeter to versions 1.1.1.8, 2.1.1.8, or 3.1.1.8 and install the updated vbvoicemeetervaio64_win10.sys driver version 3.3.1.9 or newer. If issues persist after updating, users are advised to restart their systems. The rollout of Windows 11 version 24H2 is gradual, and various bugs and compatibility challenges have been reported, including issues with specific ASUS devices and application freezes.
3 ways to stop Android apps running in the background - and why I always do
AppWizard
November 4, 2024

3 ways to stop Android apps running in the background – and why I always do

Managing the number of applications running on an Android device is important for optimizing performance and safeguarding privacy. Having multiple apps open can reduce system resources and pose security risks. To close an app from the overview, swipe up from the bottom of the display to access the app overview, scroll to locate the app, and swipe up to dismiss it. To close an app from Settings, pull down the Notification Shade twice, tap the gear icon for Settings, go to the "Apps" section, find the app, and tap "Force Stop." In Android 15, apps can be closed from the notification shade by pulling down the Notification Shade twice, tapping the pill indicating running apps, and selecting the "Stop" button next to the desired app. Choosing a method to close apps depends on specific needs, with the notification shade being the simplest for halting background services in Android 15, the app overview being the fastest for quick closures, and the Settings app being a reliable option if the app overview is inaccessible.
silver Android smartphone
Winsage
November 4, 2024

Microsoft releases Windows Server 2025

Microsoft has officially announced the general availability of Windows Server 2025 on November 1st. This release is part of the Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC), with mainstream support ending in October 2029 and extended support lasting until October 2034. Key features include hot patching, which reduces reboots from twelve times a year to once every three months, an easily activated OpenSSH server, enhancements to the Hyper-V virtualization platform, and new security measures for Active Directory. However, there are known issues, such as installation problems and unexpected behavior on systems with 256 logical CPU cores. Windows Server 2025 is accessible through standard distribution channels, with ISO images and VHD files available on the evaluation page.
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