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Windows Update KB5077241 February 2026 Issues Nvidia GPU Bugs Task Manager Errors and ViVeTool Guide
Winsage
February 26, 2026

Windows Update KB5077241 February 2026 Issues Nvidia GPU Bugs Task Manager Errors and ViVeTool Guide

Windows Update KB5077241, released in February 2026, is a 4.5GB feature update for the 24H2 and 25H2 versions. It poses significant performance risks for older hardware, particularly laptops and desktops without a Neural Processing Unit (NPU). Users with outdated Nvidia graphics cards, specifically the 900 Series (Maxwell) and 1000 Series (Pascal), report issues such as game stuttering, screen flickering, and system boot failures. The update also contains a flaw that inaccurately displays CPU usage in Task Manager, showing 0% utilization even under load. Many users face installation issues, encountering Error 0x800F0983, requiring them to delete update cache files and run repair tools. The update introduces features like a Taskbar Speed Test, Sysmon Security, improved Sleep/Wake functionality, and WebP wallpaper support, but many remain locked. Users can enable these features using ViVeTool with specific commands. Overall, the update is advised against for those with older Nvidia GPUs due to potential conflicts and performance issues.
Microsoft's new Windows 11 update fixes nasty bug that left gamers staring at the dreaded 'Black Screen of Death'
Winsage
February 16, 2026

Microsoft’s new Windows 11 update fixes nasty bug that left gamers staring at the dreaded ‘Black Screen of Death’

Windows 11 has encountered a bug causing complete system lock-ups for gamers, identified as the 'Kernel Security Check Failure' error, leading to the Black Screen of Death (BSOD). Microsoft has addressed this issue in the February update, which targets problems related to certain GPU configurations linked to the dxgmms2.sys file. The bug primarily affected Nvidia graphics cards but could impact all brands, including AMD and Intel. The February update also resolves connectivity issues with Wi-Fi networks using WPA3 encryption. Users are encouraged to install the update to mitigate these problems.
Don't buy a new Windows 11 laptop, Google argues, get a Chromebook Plus as it's the "laptop that has never had a virus"
Winsage
October 1, 2025

Don’t buy a new Windows 11 laptop, Google argues, get a Chromebook Plus as it’s the “laptop that has never had a virus”

Google has launched a pop-up advertisement on Google.com promoting Chromebooks, targeting Windows 10 laptop owners as Microsoft ends support for that operating system in October. The ad encourages users to switch to a Chromebook instead of upgrading to Windows 11. It directs users to a "switch to Chromebook" portal showcasing Chromebook Plus models. The promotional video features a generic laptop with elements suggesting its Windows origins, including a 'virus detected' warning and a spinning circle associated with Windows systems. While Chromebooks offer advantages in security and simplicity, the ad implies Windows 11 lacks these features, which is misleading as Windows 11 also has strong security. Users can extend Windows 10 support until October 2026, indicating no immediate need to switch. The Chromebook pop-up may be selectively targeting certain Windows 10 users.
Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27943 (Canary Channel)
Winsage
September 12, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27943 (Canary Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27943 has been rolled out to the Canary Channel, featuring general enhancements and fixes. Key fixes include resolving an unresponsive issue in the Storage settings, correcting a taskbar glitch with app previews, fixing HDR settings, addressing an Event Viewer error related to the Microsoft Pluton Cryptographic Provider, and resolving issues with device casting PIN confirmation and the Group Policy Editor display in Chinese. Known issues include potential rollbacks during installation with specific error codes, increased bugchecks on Arm64 PCs, inability to playback GPU captures in PIX, screen flickering in browsers, and audio issues with devices marked in Device Manager. Insiders are advised to update drivers to resolve audio problems. The Canary Channel builds are early development versions and may not align with future Windows releases. Features may change, be removed, or not be released to the public. A clean installation is required to exit the Canary Channel, and a desktop watermark will be present in pre-release builds.
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Winsage
September 12, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27943 (Canary Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27943 has been released to the Canary Channel, featuring general improvements and fixes. Key fixes include resolving a freezing issue in the Storage settings, addressing a taskbar glitch with app previews, fixing HDR activation problems, and correcting an error related to the Microsoft Pluton Cryptographic Provider. Known issues include potential rollbacks during installation, increased bugchecks on Arm64 PCs, inability to playback GPU captures in PIX, screen flickering in browsers, and audio issues with devices marked in Device Manager. Users experiencing audio issues can attempt to update drivers through Device Manager. The Canary Channel builds may not align with any specific Windows release and features may evolve or be removed. A clean installation is required to exit the Canary Channel.
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