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November 14, 2025

‘Windows is evolving into an agentic OS’ says Windows president in what I can only assume is a bid to make me swap to Linux

Pavan Davuluri, president of Windows and devices at Microsoft, announced that Windows will evolve into an "agentic OS" to connect devices, cloud services, and artificial intelligence for enhanced productivity and secure workflows. This change occurs as Windows 10 reaches the end of its life cycle, leading to user challenges like setup difficulties without internet and persistent bugs. While AI tools like Copilot aim to improve task management, some users may find these features burdensome. Users are considering alternatives like Linux, though it presents a steep learning curve.

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November 7, 2025

Microsoft is trying to fix its context menus mess on Windows 11

Microsoft is addressing user challenges with context menus in Windows 11 by introducing "Split menus," which organize functions more effectively by nesting options within sub-menus. This aims to declutter the main context menu and enhance user experience, allowing for a more intuitive interface in applications. Developers are encouraged to integrate this feature to create cleaner, more navigable menus, improving user interaction and productivity.

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July 6, 2025

Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Update Causes Security Firewall Error

Microsoft Windows updates are essential for system security but can cause user challenges. A recent high-severity vulnerability, CVE-2025-33073, emphasizes the need for timely updates. Windows 11 users are experiencing a Firewall configuration error linked to the June 26 KB5060829 update, which has raised security concerns despite being a non-security update. Microsoft confirmed the error appears in the Event Viewer as "Config Read Failed" and occurs after each device restart, but it can be safely ignored and does not indicate a problem with Windows Firewall. The error is related to a feature under development, and Microsoft is working on a resolution for a future update.

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October 5, 2024

Microsoft confirms numerous bugs in the Windows 11 2024 Update and blocks rollout to many

Microsoft has identified six major issues with the Windows 11 24H2 update, leading to the suspension of automatic updates for many users. The documented issues include: 1. Safe Exam Browser Compatibility: Version 3.7 or earlier may fail to open. 2. Easy Anti-Cheat Blue Screen Errors: Older driver versions may cause system freezes and blue screens. 3. Fingerprint Sensor Malfunctions: Certain devices have issues with fingerprint sensors post-lock; updating firmware may help. 4. Wallpaper Customization Application Issues: Multiple applications are not functioning properly. 5. Intel Smart Sound Technology Driver Conflicts: Affected drivers may cause blue screen errors. 6. Asphalt 8 Performance Problems: The game may periodically stop responding. These issues affect various devices and applications, particularly for gamers, and may leave many computers ineligible for the update.