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April 12, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5551 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5551 (KB5055617) has been released to the Dev Channel. The Dev Channel has advanced to the 26200 series builds, and the option to switch to the Beta Channel is no longer available. This build is based on Windows 11, version 24H2, and shares features with the 26120 series in the Beta Channel. New features include enhanced Windows Search on Copilot+ PCs, allowing users to search for settings using phrases. Narrator now provides detailed image descriptions powered by AI for improved accessibility on Copilot+ PCs. Improvements are being rolled out for widgets, including the ability to read content directly from the MSN feed. Fixes include resolving crashes in Settings, File Explorer, and issues with app icons in the taskbar. Known issues include problems with Windows Recovery Environment and certain apps failing to launch post-update. The Dev Channel updates are based on Windows 11, version 24H2, and features may evolve or be removed based on feedback. Users can enable a toggle to receive updates more quickly.

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April 11, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3863 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3863 (KB5055613) has been released to the Beta Channel for Windows 11, version 24H2. This update includes new features such as natural language search functionality in the Windows search box for Copilot+ PCs, allowing users to find settings easily. Additionally, the Narrator feature has been enhanced to provide detailed descriptions of images for accessibility. Other updates include improvements to widgets, fixes for issues in Settings, File Explorer, Taskbar, Desktop Icons, Input, and Graphics. Known issues include non-functionality of Quick Assist for non-administrator users and problems with the Windows Recovery Environment. Users can provide feedback through the Feedback Hub.

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April 6, 2025

Save Your Operating Budget: Upgrade Team PCs for $15 Each

The Windows 11 Pro upgrade is available for .97 per person, significantly lower than its typical price of 9, providing businesses with a lifetime license for each PC. As of now, 35.5% of Windows users have upgraded to this operating system. Key features of Windows 11 Pro include the AI assistant Copilot, enhanced productivity tools like snap layouts and virtual desktops, improved search settings, and security features such as biometric logins and encrypted authentication. The user interface is designed to be visually appealing and easy to navigate, with customization options and touchscreen support.

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April 5, 2025

Microsoft bundle deal: MS Office and Windows 11 for $54.97

A bundle is available for enhancing existing PCs, including Microsoft Office Professional 2021 and an upgrade to Windows 11 Pro, priced at .97, reduced from the regular price of 8. The Office 2021 suite includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneNote, Publisher, and Access. Windows 11 Pro features a redesigned interface, productivity tools like Snap layouts, multiple virtual desktops, improved voice typing, enhanced search functionalities, and the AI-powered Copilot virtual assistant. Advanced features include Azure AD, Hyper-V, Windows Sandbox, and BitLocker device encryption. Compatibility with current hardware is required, and the offer is not applicable for systems unable to access Windows Update for Windows 11. Prices on StackSocial may change.

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April 2, 2025

This simple upgrade is making old computers feel new again

Many users experience issues with sluggish laptops and frozen screens, prompting a reconsideration of their devices. Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10, making it a good time to upgrade to Windows 11, specifically the Pro version, which is currently priced at .97, down from .99. Windows 11 Pro offers faster startup times, enhanced battery life, improved application performance, a redesigned user interface, productivity features like snap layouts and widgets, and an AI-powered assistant called Copilot. The Pro version also includes remote desktop access, BitLocker device encryption for security, and advanced features like Azure AD, Hyper-V, and Windows Sandbox. There are fewer than 75 licenses remaining at the promotional price.

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March 31, 2025

You Can Get Windows 11 Pro on Sale for A$23 Right Now

Windows 11 Pro is currently available for a reduced price of A, down from A5, allowing upgrades for two compatible PCs. The activation code introduces features such as Windows Copilot, powered by GPT-4, and includes functionalities like Remote Desktop, BitLocker Device Encryption, Azure AD, Hyper-V, Assigned Access, and Windows Sandbox. Minimum system requirements are 4GB of RAM and 64GB of available storage.

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March 25, 2025

5 Windows tools and apps you can’t find on other operating systems

Certain features remain exclusive to the Windows operating system, offering unique functionalities not available on Mac or Linux. Microsoft has developed tools like PowerToys, which includes nearly 20 utilities enhancing Windows functionality, and Windows Sandbox, providing a secure environment for testing applications. Windows Notepad serves as a basic note-taking and coding app with features like spellcheck and autocorrect. The Snipping Tool allows users to capture screenshots and extract text from images, while the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) enables seamless access to both Windows and Linux environments. These tools are designed to enhance productivity and provide significant advantages for Windows users.

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March 17, 2025

You Can Get Windows 11 Pro on Sale for A$23 Right Now

Windows 11 Pro is currently available for a reduced price of A, down from A6, allowing users to upgrade two compatible PCs. The Pro version includes features such as Remote Desktop, BitLocker Device Encryption, Azure AD, Hyper-V, Assigned Access, and Windows Sandbox. The system requirements for optimal performance are a minimum of 4GB of RAM and 64GB of available storage. This promotional pricing is available on platforms like StackSocial and may change without notice.

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March 16, 2025

Get a Windows 11 Pro license for only $9.99

A Microsoft Windows 11 Pro license is available at a discounted price of .99, down from its regular price of 9, for a limited time. The offer can be accessed using the coupon code WINDOWS, valid until March 17. This deal allows for the purchase of the license for two devices at .97. Windows 11 Pro includes features such as a new interface, biometric login, DirectX 12 Ultimate for gaming, multitasking capabilities, and enterprise-level features like BitLocker and Remote Desktop access. The deal is available for digital purchase worldwide.

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March 3, 2025

Windows Hyper-V NT Kernel Vulnerability Let Attackers Gain SYSTEM Privileges

Threat actors are exploiting CVE-2025-21333, a critical heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Microsoft’s Windows Hyper-V NT Kernel Integration Virtual Service Provider (VSP), which allows local attackers to escalate privileges to the SYSTEM level. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.8 and is actively exploited. It resides in the vkrnlintvsp.sys driver, which facilitates communication between the host OS and container-like virtual machines. A Proof of Concept (PoC) demonstrates exploitation through I/O ring buffer manipulation, allowing arbitrary read/write in kernel memory and SYSTEM-level privilege escalation. The PoC was developed by a group of researchers including @yarden_shafir and others. Affected systems include Windows 11 Version 23H2 and potentially Version 24H2, with specific binary hashes provided. Limitations of the PoC include the need for Windows Sandbox and potential system crashes due to overflow. Mitigation strategies involve updating systems, enabling protections like Hyper-V isolation, and monitoring for exploitation signs. Microsoft addressed this vulnerability in January 2025 Patch Tuesday updates, urging users to apply patches promptly.