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Winsage

July 9, 2026

Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Bug That Can Consume Over 500GB of Storage Through Permission Log File

Microsoft has acknowledged a bug in Windows 11 that causes the Capability Access Manager's write-ahead log file to expand indefinitely, potentially exceeding 500GB of storage on affected devices. This issue is addressed in update KB5095093, which includes builds 26200.8737 and 26100.8737. Users can manually install this update via the optional updates section of Windows Update or wait for its automatic rollout during the July 2026 Patch Tuesday. The Capability Access Manager manages app permissions and logs usage of privacy-sensitive features, but the WAL file continues to grow unchecked on affected systems. The file can reach sizes from 70GB to over 513GB. To check if a system is affected, users can check storage settings or use Robocopy to verify the file size. The update is available through the Optional updates section and will be included in the cumulative update on July 8, 2026. The excessive size of the WAL file can lead to critical storage shortages and related issues, but it does not compromise the security or core functionality of the permission system. Microsoft has not confirmed if Windows 11 26H1 Insider builds are affected.

AppWizard

July 8, 2026

Valve’s magical play-Windows-games-on-Linux tech is rebased, updated, and ready to play Resident Evil

Valve has launched Proton 11, which is based on Wine 11 and available to Linux users through Steam settings. This version includes support for several games, such as "Deadly Premonition," "Resident Evil," and "DCS World Steam Edition." Key fixes in Proton 11 include improved KDE window maximization support, video playback fixes, and enhanced controller support. The update also addresses various rendering issues, game crashes, and performance improvements for multiple titles. Proton 11 is rebased on Wine 11.0 and includes updates to several components, enhancing the gaming experience on Linux platforms.

AppWizard

July 8, 2026

GTA Trilogy remaster boss understands fan anger but says ‘a lot of people were playing them and really enjoying them’

The release of Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition in 2021 was met with disappointment due to technical issues, including bugs and poorly upscaled textures. Grove Street Games, the developer, was absent from the game's splash screen after a patch in 2024, reflecting the criticism they faced. GSG CEO Thomas Williamson acknowledged the issues but noted that some players enjoyed the remaster. He expressed hope for further enhancements, including reinstating the original soundtracks, to improve the experience of iconic titles like GTA 3, Vice City, and San Andreas.

AppWizard

July 8, 2026

Minecraft 26.3 Snapshot 3 patch notes: Straw Bed, Cushion, and more revealed

Mojang has released Minecraft 26.3 Snapshot 3, introducing new features focused on player comfort, including the Cushion and the Straw Bed. The Cushion is a placeable item available in 16 colors, crafted from three wool slabs of the same hue. It can be placed on any flat surface, allowing players to sit down, and aligns with the grid while overlapping with most objects. Cushions will break if their supporting block is removed. The Straw Bed allows players to sleep through the night without setting a spawn point and is single-use, being destroyed after use. It cannot be used in the Nether or The End and is crafted from three hay bales, yielding four beds. A new statistic tracks the number of times players have slept in a Straw Bed. Additional features include Gothic language support, a new command (/posteffect) for adding or removing post-processing shader effects, data-driven custom brewing recipes, and a new minecraft:number_provider registry for flexible data-driven systems. Bug fixes in this snapshot address various gameplay issues, including problems with Drowned entities, rendering issues on macOS, and inconsistencies in GUI elements.

AppWizard

July 8, 2026

Minecraft adds new sitting feature after 17 years

Mojang has introduced a new feature in Minecraft allowing characters to sit on cushions, crafted from three wool slabs and available in 16 colors. This addition enables players to interact with cushions on flat surfaces. The update also includes straw beds made from three hay bales, which allow players to rest without changing their spawn points. A preview of a new biome and additional blocks and items is part of a broader seasonal update set to roll out in autumn. The introduction of cushions addresses a long-standing gap in the gameplay experience, as players have historically used various methods to sit down.

Winsage

July 8, 2026

Your Windows 11 PC might be hiding a 500GB storage bug

A bug in Windows 11 can cause significant disk space loss, with some users losing up to 500GB due to the CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal file, which should normally be a few megabytes. The file's size can exceed 100GB, indicating potential issues. Users can check their system file sizes through Settings > System > Storage. Tools like WizTree, TreeSize, or WinDirStat can help examine the folder contents. Microsoft has addressed the issue in the June 23 optional preview update, which improves disk space usage for the file. This update can be found under Settings and Windows Update, with a mandatory fix scheduled for the official Patch Tuesday on July 14.

Winsage

July 6, 2026

A Windows 11 bug can eat 500GB of your storage. Here’s how to check

A hidden bug in Windows 11 can consume up to 500 GB of storage due to the CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal file, which should only occupy a few megabytes but can grow significantly on certain systems. Users can check for this issue using applications like TreeSize or by executing a command in the Windows Command Prompt. Microsoft has acknowledged the problem and provided a fix in the optional June 2026 update, with a broader rollout planned for the July Patch Tuesday update. Users are advised not to modify or delete the file to avoid further complications.

AppWizard

July 6, 2026

Lets Play Bobs Farming

Minecraft presents challenges in farming, such as the need to maintain soil moisture for successful crop cultivation. A new solution, Bob’s Farming by Team Workbench, is available on the Minecraft Marketplace, which simplifies farming and introduces new crops, blocks, and recipes. This update enhances crop varieties, provides new blocks for easier farming, and expands culinary possibilities, aiming to improve the overall farming experience in the game.

Winsage

July 6, 2026

Microsoft admits a Windows 11 bug is eating up to 500GB of storage, verify if you are affected

To check for excessive storage consumption in Windows 11, navigate to Settings > Storage > System & Reserved. A file named CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal can cause significant storage issues, potentially consuming hundreds of gigabytes. This file is associated with the Windows Capability Access Manager service, which manages app permissions for features like microphone and camera access. Normally, this file should occupy only a few megabytes, but reports indicate it can expand to sizes like 200GB or even 513GB. Microsoft acknowledged this issue in the release notes for Windows 11 KB5095093, stating that an update to improve disk space usage for this file is scheduled for July 14, 2026. To check if your system is affected, tools like WizTree or TreeSize can be used, or a command can be executed in Command Prompt to verify the file size. If the file is excessively large, it is recommended to wait for the update or rename the file to allow Windows to regenerate it, rather than deleting it.

Winsage

July 6, 2026

Microsoft finally fixes bug that broke all major Windows 11 core UI components on some PCs

Microsoft introduced an update to the out-of-box experience (OOBE) for Windows 11, identified as KB5095189, targeting versions 25H2 and 24H2. This update includes enhancements and fixes, coinciding with additional updates KB5102558 and KB5095615 from the June C-release preview update (KB5095093). A major fix addresses a storage issue caused by the Capability Access Manager process, which was consuming significant disk space. Another fix resolves a malfunction affecting Shell components, impacting the Start menu, Search bar, Settings, Taskbar, and File Explorer, primarily on provisioned PCs due to compatibility issues with XAML. This bug had been present since July 2025 and is being resolved with updates released starting June 23, 2026 (KB5095093), with full deployment expected in the following month. Users are advised to use previous workarounds until the fix is fully available. Further details can be found in support article KB5072911 on Microsoft's website.