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November 19, 2025

Microsoft’s new recovery tools rebuild Windows when it glitches

Microsoft has announced two new tools for enhancing Windows PC recovery capabilities within organizations: point-in-time restore and cloud rebuild. Point-in-time restore allows users to revert their system to a previous state by taking snapshots of the Windows environment at various intervals, facilitating recovery from issues like update failures and driver conflicts. This feature will be available for testing by Windows insiders in an upcoming build. Cloud rebuild enables IT administrators to restore the operating system directly from the cloud, similar to the existing Reset feature. Administrators can select the Windows version and language through the Microsoft Intune portal, prompting the PC to download the necessary installation media. This tool resets Windows while allowing for the restoration of personal files, applications, and settings using OneDrive and Windows Backup for Organizations. Both tools are designed for businesses using Microsoft Intune and are expected to be integrated into Intune in the first half of 2026 as part of Microsoft's Windows Resiliency Initiative. Additionally, Microsoft is introducing Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) to address boot-up problems and enhance Windows driver resilience.

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November 19, 2025

Microsoft unveils two new Windows 11 recovery tools: Cloud Rebuild and Point-in-Time Restore

Microsoft is introducing new recovery options for Windows 11 at its Ignite developer conference, focusing on Intune remote recovery via WinRE. Two new recovery actions are being unveiled: 1. Point-in-time restore: This feature allows a PC to revert to a previous state to resolve issues like update failures and driver conflicts. It will be available in preview form within the Windows Insider build of Windows 11 this week. 2. Cloud rebuild: This option enables a fresh start for devices with persistent issues without the need for hardware shipping or service desk visits. Admins can select the Windows release and language through the Intune portal, prompting the PC to download installation media and self-rebuild. This process uses Autopilot for zero-touch provisioning and allows for the restoration of user data and settings via OneDrive and Windows Backup for Organizations. Microsoft plans to roll out these features in the first half of the upcoming year.

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November 19, 2025

Windows 11 Adds New Recovery Tools to Minimize Downtime

Microsoft unveiled new Windows Recovery tools during the Ignite 2025 keynote to help IT teams reduce downtime and streamline remediation processes. Enhancements to Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) include WinRE networking support, which will initially support Ethernet and later add Enterprise Wi-Fi capabilities. Autopatch can now manage and approve QMR updates, currently in public preview. Microsoft Intune's remote recovery via WinRE allows IT administrators to monitor devices in recovery mode and deploy scripts directly from the console, extending to Windows Server VMs through the Azure Portal. New recovery options for Windows PCs include a point-in-time restore feature for reverting to previous states and a Cloud rebuild feature for remotely reinstalling Windows 11 on malfunctioning devices. These updates are expected to be generally available to commercial customers in the first half of 2026. Microsoft has also introduced Autopatch update readiness in preview, providing real-time insights into device update readiness through a unified Intune dashboard. Additionally, new tools for incident management include Mission Critical Services for Microsoft 365, allowing collaboration with Windows engineers, and Windows 365 Reserve, which offers secure temporary Cloud PCs. Microsoft Intune will issue alerts when devices enter WinRE to prioritize recovery efforts, and a Digital Signage mode will prevent error messages on non-interactive public displays.

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November 5, 2025

‘Do Not Download’—Update Warning Issued For Microsoft Windows Users

Microsoft has officially ceased security updates for Windows 10, leaving millions of PCs vulnerable to cyber threats. The Flyby11 workaround, now called FlyOOBE, has resurfaced on GitHub, allowing users to install Windows 11 on incompatible machines. The developer warns against downloading FlyOOBE from flyoobe.net due to potential risks, including invalidating warranties and compromising hardware security. FlyOOBE bypasses checks for TPM, Secure Boot, and CPU compatibility, automating the installation process. However, it is recommended that average users upgrade to Windows 11 if eligible, enroll in the Extended Security Updates program, or invest in new devices. Users of FlyOOBE may face challenges such as missing automatic upgrades and potential update failures. There are reports of malware-laden downloads disguised as FlyOOBE, posing significant risks to users' systems. It is advised to download FlyOOBE only from the official developer’s page to mitigate these risks.

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October 29, 2025

Microsoft fixes 0x800F081F errors causing Windows update failures

Microsoft has resolved an issue affecting Windows 11 24H2 systems that resulted in update failures with error code 0x800F081F, linked to missing language packs and feature payloads after the KB5050094 January 2025 preview cumulative update. The problem was acknowledged on October 15, and a fix was provided through the KB5067036 October 2025 preview update. For IT administrators unable to install the latest updates, a temporary workaround involves performing an In-Place Upgrade using Windows installation media or through Windows Settings. Additionally, since the start of the year, Microsoft has addressed several other update-related challenges, including issues with installing security updates via WSUS and failures when using the Windows Update Standalone Installer.