Windows 10 update Archives

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April 1, 2025

Windows 10’s “update” turns off seconds on the taskbar’s Calendar flyout

The upcoming Windows 10 update on April 8, 2025, will remove the display of seconds in the Calendar flyout. This change is part of the Windows 10 KB5053643 optional update, which is being rolled out but will not install automatically. The Calendar flyout will still appear when users click on the time and date in the taskbar, but it will no longer show seconds. Microsoft has previously cited performance concerns as the reason for excluding seconds from the graphical user interface. Support for Windows 10 is set to end on October 14, 2025.

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March 26, 2025

The latest Windows 10 update causes headaches for some users

On March 11, the Windows 10 22H2 Patch Tuesday security update, KB5053606, was released to address 15 vulnerabilities, including two critical remote code execution flaws. Users have reported significant issues, with many experiencing installation difficulties and receiving the error code 0x80070020. Those who managed to install the update faced problems such as blue and black screens, random crashes, disappearing app icons, and reverted desktop customizations. Professional users reported issues with program crashes, Citrix functionality, and slow Print Spooler operations. The update includes support for DST changes in Paraguay, updates to Country and Operator Settings profiles, fixes for Desktop Window Manager not responding, resolves issues with the Open Secure Shell service, and addresses various Chinese IME-related issues. Systems post-installation will reflect Build 19045.5608. Windows 10 is scheduled to reach its end of life on October 14, 2025.

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March 21, 2025

Windows 10 users struggle with several problems after March update

Many Windows 10 users are experiencing issues with the KB5053606 update, including installation failures with error code 0x80070020, prolonged update processes, and automatic installations despite disabled settings. Users who successfully install the update report problems such as disappearing taskbar icons, reverted desktop customizations, and slowed system performance. In corporate settings, issues include broken user profiles and problems with the print spooler, leading to program crashes and difficulties with Citrix. Microsoft has acknowledged some issues related to Citrix and USB printers but has not provided solutions for the other problems users are facing.

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February 13, 2025

How to prevent forced installation of new Outlook on Windows 10 PCs

In February 2025, Microsoft began a mandatory update for Windows 10 users that included the forced installation of the new Outlook app as part of a strategy to integrate it into their ecosystem. This installation is linked to the KB5051974 update, which is a critical security patch. Users can prevent the new Outlook from being installed by modifying the Windows registry, specifically by creating a new string value named BlockedOobeUpdaters and setting its value data to ["MS_Outlook"]. This process must be repeated with each subsequent Windows 10 update. For users who have already had the new Outlook installed, it cannot be uninstalled through standard methods but can be removed using Windows PowerShell with the command: Remove-AppxProvisionedPackage -AllUsers -Online -PackageName (Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.OutlookForWindows).PackageFullName. Additionally, to uninstall unsupported Mail or Calendar apps, the command is: Get-AppxProvisionedPackage -Online | Where {$.DisplayName -match "microsoft.windowscommunicationsapps"} | Remove-AppxProvisionedPackage -Online -PackageName {$.PackageName}.

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February 13, 2025

Microsoft just installed a new app on everyone’s Windows 10 PCs, and nobody wants it

Users of the latest Windows 10 update have encountered a new Outlook app intended to replace the Mail and Calendar applications, but feedback has been largely negative. The new app is reported to be slower than the previous Mail app, and its reliance on cloud storage has raised privacy concerns. Additionally, the integration of advertisements within the email interface has frustrated users. A third-party tool has been developed to block the installation of the new Outlook app. Microsoft has provided resources to help users manage data usage and optimize their experience with the new app.

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February 12, 2025

Windows 10 KB5051974 update adds a new app without asking

Microsoft has released the KB5051974 cumulative update for Windows operating systems versions 22H2 and 21H2, which includes essential security fixes and addresses a memory leak issue. This mandatory update introduces the new Outlook for Windows app, which can run alongside the classic version, allowing users to transition at their own pace. The update resolves several issues, including: - Fixing the code 10 error message stating, “This device cannot start,” after the January 2025 security update. - Removing automatic suggestions from Bing in the search box for alternative search engines like Baidu. - Restoring functionality for USB audio devices using a digital-to-analog converter (DAC). - Correcting a problem where USB cameras failed to recognize when powered on. - Mitigating an issue that drained virtual memory, potentially causing applications to malfunction. The classic Outlook app is set to be retired in April 2026, prompting Microsoft's push towards the new app.

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November 26, 2024

Microsoft offers up strange solution for 0x80073CFA errors in Windows 10

Microsoft has acknowledged a significant issue affecting Windows 10 users related to the inability to update or uninstall packaged apps, linked to the WinAppSDK 1.6.2 package, resulting in the 0x80073CFA error. This problem will affect users starting November 12, 2024, when they attempt to update or uninstall apps that rely on this SDK. Users may encounter error messages in the Microsoft Store and PowerShell when managing these apps. Affected applications include Microsoft Teams and various third-party apps. The recommended solution is to install Windows updates released on November 21, 2024 (KB5046714) or to install the new WinAppSDK 1.6.3 three times, as suggested by Microsoft on GitHub.

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November 22, 2024

Can’t uninstall or update your Microsoft Store apps? Weird Windows 10 bug has just been fixed, thankfully

Windows 10 users experienced a bug that prevented them from updating or uninstalling apps from the Microsoft Store, linked to a bug in WinAppSDK version 1.6.2 released on November 12. This issue generated error messages stating ‘Something happened on our end.’ Microsoft confirmed it was not due to any Windows security or monthly update. The problem was addressed in the optional Windows 10 update KB5046714, released on November 21. This update also fixed other issues, including problems with file dragging from OneDrive and Windows 10 activation after a motherboard replacement.

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November 15, 2024

Oops! Windows 11 update is reportedly telling users their PC is outdated – even if it’s not

A recent Windows 11 update, KB5046633, has caused confusion by displaying a pop-up notification that incorrectly informs users their system has reached the end of its service life and urges them to upgrade. The notification includes a link to a Windows 10 support article, further misleading users. Speculation suggests this notification was meant for an earlier Windows 10 update, KB5001716. Microsoft has not yet addressed this issue, leaving users uncertain about the validity of the notification.

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November 11, 2024

Microsoft stealthily installs Windows 10 update to nag you to upgrade to Windows 11 – and not for the first time

Windows 10 and select Windows 11 users are receiving update KB5001716, which prompts users to upgrade their operating systems to remain supported and secure. This update may automatically download and install feature updates for versions nearing or at the end of support and will notify users of potential issues affecting Windows Update security. Users may receive alerts about outdated versions, particularly prompting Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11. The update has a history of being reported on forums since April 2024 and again in October 2023. If installation fails, users can uninstall the previous version of KB5001716 and check for updates again. The update does not automatically upgrade Windows 10 to Windows 11 if hardware requirements are not met, and forced upgrades apply only to feature updates, not complete OS migrations.