Category: MICROSOFT

Microsoft is testing a cleaner File Explorer context menu in the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview build, with a new personalization option that lets users add the Print command directly to the right-click menu.

Microsoft has removed WMIC from Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 as part of its long-running deprecation plan, replacing the legacy tool with modern alternatives such as PowerShell.

Microsoft confirms it is developing a security update for the ShieldBreak zero-day in Defender that can allow attackers to gain SYSTEM privileges.

Microsoft is preparing to end support for Manifest V2 extensions in its Edge browser, a move that will affect users of older ad blockers, including uBlock Origin.

Microsoft has reported a strong fourth quarter and record full-year financial results for fiscal 2026, fueled by surging demand for its cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) services.

Microsoft has started rolling out the optional Windows 11 KB5101684 preview update for versions 24H2 and 25H2, giving users an early look at dozens of fixes and new features that are expected to become part of next month's Patch Tuesday release.

Microsoft has introduced MAI-Cyber-1-Flash, its first cybersecurity-focused AI model, as part of MDASH, the company's multi-model platform for identifying and fixing software vulnerabilities.

Microsoft has revealed that a software bug in its automated network maintenance system caused the widespread Azure and Microsoft 365 outage that disrupted services for thousands of customers on Thursday.

Microsoft has pushed LG to disable unwanted McAfee trial pop-up ads that appeared on Windows 11 PCs when LG monitors were connected.

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows Server 2022 will reach the end of mainstream support on October 13, 2026.

Microsoft has temporarily stopped rolling out this month's Windows 11 security update to a small number of Dell computers after reports that the update can trigger unexpected shutdowns, overheating, poor performance, and excessive battery drain.

Microsoft has rolled out a major Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11, introducing several new features, security improvements, and quality-of-life enhancements.

Microsoft has announced another round of layoffs, cutting around 4,800 jobs worldwide as the company continues to ramp up spending on artificial intelligence while working to reduce operating costs.

Microsoft has quietly extended its free security update program for Windows 10, giving millions of users an extra year of protection. Instead of ending in October 2026 as originally planned, the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program will now continue until October 12, 2027.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has warned against the growing concentration of power in the artificial intelligence industry, arguing that a small number of companies should not control the future of a technology that is rapidly transforming economies, workplaces, and society.

Microsoft has fixed a known issue that caused some Windows Server 2025 devices to boot into BitLocker recovery mode after installing the April 2026 security update.

Microsoft has released security updates for an actively exploited Exchange Server vulnerability that could allow attackers to run malicious JavaScript code through Outlook Web Access.

Microsoft has released its June 2026 Patch Tuesday security updates, fixing 200 vulnerabilities across Windows, Office, Azure, Hyper-V, Remote Desktop, and other products.

Microsoft reportedly lost “millions” of Game Pass subscribers after raising prices last October, according to comments from Xbox chief strategy officer Matthew Ball.

Microsoft has unveiled a new quantum computing chip redesigned with the help of AI, saying it now believes it can build commercially useful quantum machines by 2029.