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Not working taskbar icons and constant reboots The latest update to the Windows 11 operating system (KB5032190) brought with it new problems. After installing this update, some users reported it on the Reddit forum. Some users are experiencing an infinite reboot loop issue when trying to install an update. As a result, the update is not installed. Those who were able to update successfully report icons on the taskbar disappearing and their operation being unstable. For example, a user tries to open the Chrome browser through the corresponding shortcut, but a completely different application is launched. The latest Windows 11 update brings new […]

Not working taskbar icons and constant reboots The latest update to the Windows 11 operating system (KB5032190) brought with it new problems. After installing this update, some users reported it on the Reddit forum. Some users are experiencing an infinite reboot loop issue when trying to install an update. As a result, the update is not installed. Those who were able to update successfully report icons on the taskbar disappearing and their operation being unstable. For example, a user tries to open the Chrome browser through the corresponding shortcut, but a completely different application is launched. The latest Windows 11 update brings new problems [caption id="attachment_83741" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Windows 11[/caption] Microsoft has already been informed about the problem with disappearing icons; a similar problem appeared in the previous Windows 11 update, codenamed Moment 4. The exact release date for the next update has not been announced. For now, you can solve the problem with shortcuts by restarting the computer or the Explorer process.

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All the innovations of Windows 11 Moment 4 and a little more Microsoft has released Windows 11 23H2 (build 22631.2428) to OEMs such as Dell, HP, and Lenovo. This was an important step before the full public launch and will allow manufacturers to ensure OS compatibility with their devices. The update is distributed as an “activation package” that includes features already present in the operating system code. The update includes all the innovations of Windows 11 Moment 4, as well as additional improvements. Windows 11 23H2 is considered the last major update before the release of Windows 12. The latest major Windows 11 update […]

All the innovations of Windows 11 Moment 4 and a little more Microsoft has released Windows 11 23H2 (build 22631.2428) to OEMs such as Dell, HP, and Lenovo. This was an important step before the full public launch and will allow manufacturers to ensure OS compatibility with their devices.  [caption id="attachment_77871" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Windows 11[/caption] The update is distributed as an "activation package" that includes features already present in the operating system code. The update includes all the innovations of Windows 11 Moment 4, as well as additional improvements. Windows 11 23H2 is considered the last major update before the release of Windows 12. The latest major Windows 11 update has gone to PC manufacturers ahead of its full launch Windows 11 Moment 4 includes a redesigned Explorer, support for more archive formats, taskbar improvements, the Windows Backup app, Copilot assistant, and a host of other changes. Additionally, Windows 11 23H2 brings a system components page in settings, improvements to the notification center, the Windows Ink Anywhere feature (you can write in any text field and then recognize it), and so on.  Note that Windows 11 Moment 4 with new features can already be installed manually by anyone using the recent optional update. 

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The “System” icon has appeared in the OS Microsoft has released a small functional update for the Windows 10 operating system, which we can no longer count on with confidence. A few months ago, Microsoft confirmed that Windows 10 would no longer receive “major” updates with new features and significant changes. However, Microsoft continues to maintain Windows 10 with monthly Patch Tuesdays and additional minor non-security updates. Windows 10 received an unexpected update in the Start menu Not long ago, a new Windows Backup application and a new Explorer button appeared in the OS. Now it’s time for the Start menu – […]

The “System” icon has appeared in the OS Microsoft has released a small functional update for the Windows 10 operating system, which we can no longer count on with confidence.  [caption id="attachment_76643" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Windows 10[/caption] A few months ago, Microsoft confirmed that Windows 10 would no longer receive “major” updates with new features and significant changes. However, Microsoft continues to maintain Windows 10 with monthly Patch Tuesdays and additional minor non-security updates. Windows 10 received an unexpected update in the Start menu Not long ago, a new Windows Backup application and a new Explorer button appeared in the OS. Now it's time for the Start menu - the KB5031445 update for Windows 10 version 22H2 introduced the newly announced System icon.  Microsoft officially unveiled this new feature in the Windows 11 Build 23511 developer notes, and the icon has yet to make it into the latest OS's stable channel. It's interesting to see how Microsoft initially makes changes, albeit small ones, to Windows 10 without mentioning them in the release notes. Here's how Microsoft described the innovation: In the All Apps section of the Start menu, Windows 11 system components will now be labeled "system". It's worth noting that the System icon doesn't mean those apps can no longer be uninstalled. Most programs can still be uninstalled using traditional methods (right-click > Uninstall) or the Winget utility in Terminal or PowerShell.

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A lot has been cut, the antivirus does not work The NTDEV team of enthusiasts continues to improve their modification of Windows 11 called Tiny11. In February, a lightweight version of Windows 11 Pro 22H2 was introduced, which required 2 GB of RAM and 8 GB of storage space to operate. Now the developers have moved even further. In the latest release of Tiny11, installation requires a little more than 3 GB. For comparison, a full-fledged Windows 11 Pro 22H2 requires 4 GB of RAM and at least 24 GB of disk space, but the official requirements are even higher – 64 GB. The […]

A lot has been cut, the antivirus does not work The NTDEV team of enthusiasts continues to improve their modification of Windows 11 called Tiny11. In February, a lightweight version of Windows 11 Pro 22H2 was introduced, which required 2 GB of RAM and 8 GB of storage space to operate. Now the developers have moved even further. In the latest release of Tiny11, installation requires a little more than 3 GB. [caption id="attachment_76635" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Windows 11[/caption] For comparison, a full-fledged Windows 11 Pro 22H2 requires 4 GB of RAM and at least 24 GB of disk space, but the official requirements are even higher - 64 GB. The new version of Tiny11 weighs 2 GB. Of course, you can't make Windows 11 17 GB lighter without significant sacrifices. According to the developer, the project required significant changes to the Windows Component Store, Windows Defender, Microsoft Edge, Windows Update, and more. Learn, Microsoft: This build of Windows 11 only requires 3GB of storage space As a result, the OS doesn't have a built-in antivirus or browser, and it can't install updates (trying to open Windows Update will crash the Settings app). Also, there are no network drivers, so it's worth preparing them in advance. Despite its small size, the tiny11 core still allows you to install applications from the Microsoft Store or other sources, giving you a more or less correctly functioning operating system. Here's a quick demo: https://youtu.be/Cb_hyFWRE9U According to the developers, Tiny11 is not a pirated or hacked version of Windows 11, so to activate it you will need to buy a license key from Microsoft or official partners.

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This isn’t the first time we’ve heard about Windows 12 Intel is again pointing to a new version of Windows coming out next year. Intel CFO David Zinsner announced the update at the Citi conference, noting that against this background the company expects its revenues to grow. In this case, everything is simple: with the release of a new version of Windows, many users decide to update their PCs, and for Intel, this means additional sales of processors (and not only). Is Windows 12 coming out next year? Earlier, we recall that Intel announced that it was releasing its Meteor Lake […]

This isn't the first time we've heard about Windows 12 Intel is again pointing to a new version of Windows coming out next year. Intel CFO David Zinsner announced the update at the Citi conference, noting that against this background the company expects its revenues to grow. [caption id="attachment_64441" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Windows 12[/caption] In this case, everything is simple: with the release of a new version of Windows, many users decide to update their PCs, and for Intel, this means additional sales of processors (and not only). Is Windows 12 coming out next year? Earlier, we recall that Intel announced that it was releasing its Meteor Lake mobile CPUs, including for the next generation of Windows. Judging by the available leaks, the system will be called Windows 12. Meteor Lake, we recall, will be presented in December, and the first laptops based on it will appear in early 2024. These processors will, among other things, be the first for Intel to have AI hardware, and Windows 12 is also expected to have a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence.

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The cloud version aims to compete with ChromeOS Microsoft is indeed working on a “web-centric” version of the next generation of the Windows operating system, widely known as Windows 12. This was reported by the thematic resource WindowsLatest, citing several sources close to Microsoft and its industry partners. The cloud, or web-based, version of Windows 12 is similar in operating principles to the already well-known ChromeOS operating system from Google, which is used mainly on school and student PCs and laptops, which are characterized by accessibility. Microsoft is preparing a lightweight version of Windows 12 for very cheap PCs and […]

The cloud version aims to compete with ChromeOS Microsoft is indeed working on a “web-centric” version of the next generation of the Windows operating system, widely known as Windows 12. This was reported by the thematic resource WindowsLatest, citing several sources close to Microsoft and its industry partners.  [caption id="attachment_61723" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Windows 12[/caption] The cloud, or web-based, version of Windows 12 is similar in operating principles to the already well-known ChromeOS operating system from Google, which is used mainly on school and student PCs and laptops, which are characterized by accessibility.  Microsoft is preparing a lightweight version of Windows 12 for very cheap PCs and laptops As WindowsLatest notes, the cloud version of Windows 12 is not intended to replace the traditional proprietary OS on desktop computers and could be the “true” answer to Chrome OS. This is Microsoft's attempt to create a more modern, modular, and lightweight version of Windows for low-cost educational devices.  Microsoft is already building a development team for the next generation of Windows. This is confirmed by job listings appearing online. It also notes that the “next generation of Windows” will appear in 2024. As WindowsLatest learned, the Microsoft Edge browser and a new artificial intelligence system will be the center of the first web version of Windows 12. 

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In older builds of Windows 11, the trick still works, but in new builds, it no longer works. Microsoft has announced the closure of the channel for free migration from Windows 7 and 8 operating systems to modern versions of Windows. Until now, users could activate Windows 11 and 10 using valid Windows 7, Windows 8, and 8.1 keys. This “tradition” dates back to 2015, when Microsoft released Windows 10 with a one-year free update period. Apart from giving Windows 7/8 users a free upgrade to Windows 10, Microsoft has also allowed their latest OS to be activated using keys from […]

In older builds of Windows 11, the trick still works, but in new builds, it no longer works. Microsoft has announced the closure of the channel for free migration from Windows 7 and 8 operating systems to modern versions of Windows. [caption id="attachment_61024" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Windows 11[/caption] Until now, users could activate Windows 11 and 10 using valid Windows 7, Windows 8, and 8.1 keys. This “tradition” dates back to 2015, when Microsoft released Windows 10 with a one-year free update period. Apart from giving Windows 7/8 users a free upgrade to Windows 10, Microsoft has also allowed their latest OS to be activated using keys from previous editions. Microsoft has blocked the ability to activate Windows 11 with Windows 7 and Windows 8 keys [caption id="attachment_61025" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Windows 11[/caption] Upgrading from Windows 7 and 8 to the latest versions of Windows has been impossible for some time, and now Microsoft is eliminating the loophole that allows you to activate the latest OS with old Windows license keys. The check showed that although old Windows 7 and 8 keys can still activate Windows 11 version 22H2, new versions no longer accept them. Thematic resource Neowin managed to activate a virtual machine running Windows 11 version 22H2, but a similar virtual machine running the latest Windows 11 Canary build (presumably version 24H2) rejected the Windows 7 key.

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Don’t be upset, there are plenty of alternatives Microsoft has begun warning about the imminent shutdown of another service – offline maps that can work offline, without an Internet connection, will no longer be available in the Windows operating system. As users have noticed, when opening the Maps app in Windows 11, a message appears: “By the end of 2023, offline maps will no longer be available in the Maps app.” After this date, you will not be able to view offline maps in the application. Minus one: Microsoft disables offline maps in Windows 11 The decision to end support is […]

Don't be upset, there are plenty of alternatives Microsoft has begun warning about the imminent shutdown of another service - offline maps that can work offline, without an Internet connection, will no longer be available in the Windows operating system.  [caption id="attachment_60411" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Microsoft disables offline maps[/caption] As users have noticed, when opening the Maps app in Windows 11, a message appears: “By the end of 2023, offline maps will no longer be available in the Maps app.” After this date, you will not be able to view offline maps in the application. Minus one: Microsoft disables offline maps in Windows 11 [caption id="attachment_60412" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Microsoft disables offline maps[/caption] The decision to end support is most likely due to the expiration of the agreement between Nokia, its Here brand, and Microsoft. Microsoft acquired Nokia's mapping and navigation business (Here) in 2015, and since then both companies have been working together to create offline maps for Windows.