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December 17, 2025

Why a Dual Monitor Setup Makes Sense

A dual monitor setup enhances productivity by allowing users to multitask efficiently without the need for constant tab-switching. It enables activities such as participating in virtual meetings while taking notes or editing photos with previews. Microsoft’s Copilot+ PCs significantly improve performance, being faster than older devices. Users can optimize their workflow by using the laptop screen for communication tasks and the second monitor for focused work. Setting up a second monitor on Windows is simple, involving connections via HDMI, USB-C, or DisplayPort, and adjusting display settings. Suggestions for monitors include budget-friendly options, portable monitors, and accessories like stands and docking stations. Windows 11 features like Snap layouts help organize windows effectively on dual screens.

AppWizard

November 24, 2025

This week in PC games: warriors, painters, roguelikes, sailors, shotguns, subs and metroidvanias

The gaming industry is currently experiencing a wave of creativity and innovation, with a potential revival of third-person cover shooters on the horizon. Several new PC games are being highlighted: 1. Nientum - Op.ZERO (early access): A 2D platforming and rhythm-action game featuring amnesiac anime girls restoring a creepy theatre. 2. Constance: A 2D metroidvania where players control a painter navigating worlds influenced by mental health struggles. 3. Primal Fray: A turn-based, creature-collecting strategy roguelike set on floating hexagonal islands. 4. A.I.L.A: A narrative-driven game where players act as a game tester against a malicious AI level designer. 5. Captain Wayne - Vacation Desperation: A cartoon FPS featuring a sailor on a mission to challenge wealth. 6. Red Rogue Sea: A turn-based combat and deck-building game with a pirate theme. 7. Holder Of Place: An autobattling roguelite deckbuilder confronting a dragon that has cast the world into eternal night. 8. Kings Of Hell (early access): A nostalgic beat 'em up set in a chaotic world with upwardly mobile demons. 9. Veterum: A turn-based fantasy strategy game focused on battlefield manipulation. 10. Death In Abyss: A 3D underwater combat game where players battle massive leviathans. 11. Ayasa: Shadows Of Silence: A platforming adventure through six themed worlds. The gaming landscape remains unpredictable, with these titles adding to the excitement and anticipation for the future of the industry.

Winsage

November 18, 2025

Microsoft: Windows 10 KB5072653 OOB update fixes ESU install errors

Microsoft released an emergency out-of-band update, KB5072653, on November 17, 2025, to address installation issues related to the November extended security updates for Windows 10. This update specifically targets the error code 0x800f0922 that prevented users from successfully installing the ESU update. To install this update, devices must be running Windows 10 version 22H2 and have the October 2025 KB5066791 cumulative update installed. Users can check for updates via Windows Update, where KB5072653 will be included. Microsoft plans to release a new Scan Cab with updated metadata to improve compliance update checks for organizations using WSUS and SCCM.

Winsage

November 16, 2025

Microsoft: Windows 10 KB5068781 ESU update may fail with 0x800f0922 errors

Microsoft has acknowledged an issue with the installation of the Windows 10 KB5068781 extended security update, which is causing 0x800f0922 errors on devices using corporate licensing. This update, released on November 11, is the first extended security update for Windows 10. Reports indicate that the update fails to apply after installation on some devices, despite users having the necessary ESU licenses. Microsoft is investigating the issue, which appears to affect devices activated through Windows subscription activation via the Microsoft 365 Admin Center. There is currently no estimated time for a resolution or any workarounds provided. Additionally, some Windows 10 devices are not recognized as needing the KB5068781 update, even when properly licensed.

AppWizard

November 16, 2025

GoTo For Android

GoTo Group, Inc. provides a flexible-work software solution through its GoTo mobile app, which integrates phone, messaging, meeting, training, and webinar functionalities. Key features include the ability to work from anywhere, use personal devices while keeping private numbers secure, and access unified communications with HD audio and video quality. The app also offers business calendar integration, caller ID swap, call back functionality, find me follow me, instant response for missed calls, and contact management. Additionally, it features a multi-channel inbox for managing SMS, social media, surveys, and web chat conversations. The app is available for free, making it appealing for businesses looking to improve communication strategies.

Winsage

November 12, 2025

Microsoft November 2025 Patch Tuesday fixes 1 zero-day, 63 flaws

Microsoft's November 2025 Patch Tuesday addresses a total of 63 vulnerabilities, including one actively exploited zero-day flaw (CVE-2025-62215) related to Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege. The updates include four vulnerabilities classified as "Critical," with two for remote code execution, one for elevation of privileges, and one for information disclosure. The breakdown of vulnerabilities is as follows: - 29 Elevation of Privilege Vulnerabilities - 2 Security Feature Bypass Vulnerabilities - 16 Remote Code Execution Vulnerabilities - 11 Information Disclosure Vulnerabilities - 3 Denial of Service Vulnerabilities - 2 Spoofing Vulnerabilities This Patch Tuesday marks the first extended security update (ESU) for Windows 10, and users are encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11 or enroll in the ESU program. Microsoft has also released an out-of-band update to assist with enrollment issues. Other companies, including Adobe, Cisco, and Google, have also issued security updates in November 2025.

Winsage

November 11, 2025

Microsoft releases KB5068781 — The first Windows 10 extended security update

Microsoft has released the KB5068781 update, which is the first extended security update for Windows 10 since the operating system reached its end of support last month. This update follows the final cumulative update on October 14, which ended bug fixes and free security updates for Windows 10. Extended security updates (ESU) are available for consumers and business customers for up to three years, depending on the account type. Consumers can enroll in the ESU program through payment, Microsoft reward points, or Windows Backup synchronization. In the European Economic Area, additional options include free access with a Microsoft account or payment for a local account. Business customers can utilize the ESU program for three years at a total cost of 0 per device. A bug has affected some devices' enrollment in the ESU program, prompting Microsoft to issue an emergency fix. Users can install the update via Settings and Windows Update. The update is mandatory and will automatically install, requiring a device restart. After installation, Windows 10 ESU will be upgraded to build 19045.6575, and Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 will be updated to build 19044.6575. The update primarily addresses a bug that incorrectly indicated Windows 10 LTSC devices had reached their end of support. It also includes security updates that fix 63 vulnerabilities, including one actively exploited elevation-of-privilege vulnerability, with no known issues reported.

Winsage

November 8, 2025

Still on Windows 10? Enroll in free ESU before next week’s Patch Tuesday

Users operating Windows 10 are encouraged to enroll in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program following the end of support for the operating system on October 14, 2025. The ESU program allows continued access to security updates for users unable to transition to Windows 11. To obtain extended security updates for an additional year, users can pay a fee, back up their Windows settings to their Microsoft account, or redeem 1,000 Microsoft reward points. In the European Economic Area, users can receive ESU for free by logging into Windows 10 with a Microsoft account or can opt to pay to continue using a local account. Enterprise customers can utilize the ESU program for a total of three years at a cumulative cost of per device. Users must be operating Windows 10, version 22H2 Home, Professional, Pro Education, or Workstations edition, and ensure all available updates are installed to qualify for ESU. Enrollment can be completed through the Windows Update settings. Microsoft frequently addresses security vulnerabilities, including a recent one tracked as CVE-2025-24990, which was exploited to gain administrative privileges on devices. Successful enrollment in the ESU program will provide updates until October 13, 2026. Organizations must acquire licenses through Microsoft Volume Licensing or Cloud Solution Provider partners, and each device must be activated with a unique ESU key. Windows 10 devices accessing Windows 365 Enterprise Cloud PCs can also benefit from free enrollment in the ESU program.

AppWizard

September 17, 2025

224 Malicious Android Apps on Google Play With 38 Million Downloads Delivering Malicious Payloads

A mobile ad fraud operation called "SlopAds" infiltrated the Google Play Store with 224 malicious applications, which collectively achieved over 38 million downloads across 228 countries. The operation utilized advanced steganography and obfuscation techniques to deliver fraudulent advertising payloads while avoiding detection. SlopAds activated its fraud system selectively based on specific advertising campaigns, generating around 2.3 billion fraudulent bid requests daily, primarily from the United States (30%), India (10%), and Brazil (7%). The malicious apps exploited Firebase Remote Config to retrieve encrypted data for downloading a primary fraud module named "FatModule." This module was concealed within PNG image files, allowing it to bypass traditional security measures. The FatModule included anti-analysis features to evade detection by security researchers. Google has since removed all identified SlopAds applications from the Play Store and implemented protections through Google Play Protect.

AppWizard

September 3, 2025

Marketplace Content: September 2025

Subscribers of the Marketplace Pass can access a complimentary Anti-Boredom class featuring a vibrant rainbow ensemble, including items like Rainbow Pulse Wings, Rainbow Matrix Head, Rainbow Pulse Top, Jeans Rainbow Fire, Rainbow Pulse Arms, and Rainbow Pulse Legs, all by CompyCraft. An upcoming webinar on maintaining joy and fulfillment is available for a fee. Subscribing to Realms Plus or Marketplace Pass offers curated content for Minecraft, with Realms Plus providing a personal server for up to ten friends and Marketplace Pass catering to solo players. An in-game counter will inform users of item rotations, and reactivation of a lapsed Marketplace Pass membership or separate purchase of removed add-ons is required to continue using them.