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Windows 11 is broken — and Microsoft is fixing the wrong things

Microsoft has been rolling out updates and corrections to Windows 11 but perhaps the operating system is past saving?

Tom’s Guide

Microsoft confirms it will make Windows 11 run better on PCs with 8GB RAM: Promises continued focus on fixing Windows' biggest issues this year

Microsoft's Windows chief Pavan Davuluri has provided an update on the work it's been doing to fix Windows 11's biggest problems.

Windows Central

"We've got a few more surprises coming" Microsoft talks what's next for Surface and the people's desire for a Surface Studio monitor in new video

A new Inside Windows Q&A video has been released that dives into the year so far for Surface, what's next, and whether or not we might see some new peripherals soon.

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Own an LG monitor and tired of seeing that McAfee pop-up? Microsoft has banished it from Windows 11 — but wider issues need to be addressed here

Microsoft kills McAfee ad served via LG monitor app in Windows 11 — but there are wider problems to deal with in Windows Update.

TechRadar

Microsoft intervenes after LG gets caught installing McAfee adware onto Windows 11 PCs via their monitors

A popup window from LG that began appearing on PCs with LG monitors connected was showing ads for McAfee, and nobody, not even Microsoft, was impressed.

Windows Central

Analog hobbies are booming as AI burnout hits Gen Z hardest — and the Windows PC could be the unexpected winner

The rise of AI, the prevalence of smartphones, and the general digital overload have created an analog revival of sorts, and Gen Z seems to be at the forefront. Does the trusty Windows PC stand to benefit from this movement?

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More Windows security updates to come as Microsoft leverages AI vulnerability detection, but 'only the highest-confidence findings reach the engineering team'

Humans still make the key decisions and handle fixes, though.

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Windows now uses AI to find and help fix vulnerabilities, but it's not replacing humans

Microsoft is deploying a massive multi-agent AI system called MDASH to defend Windows.

Windows Central

Surface Laptop Ultra: Microsoft and NVIDIA reveal the 128GB RAM, mini‑LED, RTX Spark powerhouse redefining Windows on Arm

Microsoft and NVIDIA unveil the Surface Laptop Ultra, a 128GB RAM beast with Blackwell graphics and a mini-LED display that redefines performance for Windows on Arm.

Windows Central

"A new era of PC": Microsoft and NVIDIA tease major announcement experts predict to be the fabled N1X chip

Microsoft and NVIDIA just teased a massive hardware announcement. Will the rumored N1X chip usher in the "new era of PC" promised by both companies?

Windows Central

Microsoft CEO says the company is focused on 'fundamentals' to 'win back fans and strengthen engagement' in Windows 11

The software giant has already made some changes, so let's hope they stick.

PC Gamer

I got an inside look at the plan to bring the soul back to Windows 11 — Microsoft’s bet on quality, community, and making the OS feel human again

From Ninja Cat to named owners — I learned how Microsoft is rebooting the Insider program to restore trust, but will it work?

Windows Central

Microsoft says it's 'directly influenced' by feedback from Windows 11 users when it comes to fixing the OS

'This year you're going to see us really double down on it': Microsoft exec promises that listening to feedback will be key to fixing Windows 11.

TechRadar

Windows 11 now lets you skip the time-consuming updates on a fresh install. Neat!

One small step towards rebuilding user goodwill.

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Microsoft terminated accounts tied to VeraCrypt, WireGuard, and Windscribe — developers push back

Millions of Windows users were left exposed to malicious attacks after Microsoft suspended VPN and encryption developer accounts, blocking critical security updates.

Windows Central

"Not every 'WTF micro$oft' moment is a slam dunk": Microsoft terminated developer accounts for VeraCrypt, WireGuard, and Windscribe — What really happened?

Millions of Windows users were left exposed to malicious attacks after Microsoft suspended VPN and encryption developer accounts, blocking critical security updates.

TechRadar

Microsoft's baffling account ban blocks security patches for Windscribe, WireGuard VPN, VeraCrypt

Without the ability to sign kernel-level drivers, millions of people using these privacy tools could be left waiting for critical security fixes. Microsoft has now publicly acknowledged the issue, stating it is actively working to reinstate the accounts.

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Everything you need to know about Windows 11's new customizable Taskbar — resizable and movable options from Windows 10 coming soon

Movable and resizable Taskbar is confirmed to be making its way to Windows 11 this year. Here's everything you need to know about how it will work!

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"We never got to finish": Ex-Windows chief reveals Microsoft could have already improved Windows 11 by now — cutting memory and storage demands by 20%

A former Windows leader recently discussed a project that promised a 20% reduction in Windows 11’s memory and storage usage.

PC Gamer

Former Windows boss reveals previous plans to reduce Windows 11's memory and storage footprint by 20% and now I'm hoping Microsoft includes that in its new Windows 'quality' drive

Dare we say it, but Microsoft seems to be reading the room.

PC Gamer

Microsoft is 'working on' removing the online account login requirement for new Windows 11 installs and also 'reducing unnecessary Copilot entry points'

Microsoft's laundry list for Windows 11 actually looks pretty good.

PC Gamer

Microsoft might actually make Windows 11 good as the company promises to roll back AI features and improve performance

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TechRadar

It's actually happening — Microsoft promises to fix the biggest issues in Windows 11, from AI slop to pushy Windows Updates

Microsoft has promised that Windows 11 will get a lot better over the next year, and it appears to be off to a great start.

Tom’s Guide

Microsoft promises Windows 11 reset: new focus on performance, reliability and 'reducing unnecessary Copilot' AI

Microsoft is promising to fix Windows 11, here's how.

Windows Central

Microsoft unveils MAJOR improvements coming to Windows 11 this year — movable Taskbar, reduced RAM usage, less AI and ads, and much more CONFIRMED: "We are evolving how Windows is built behind the scenes to raise the quality bar"

After feeling the heat from macOS and Linux, Microsoft is getting its act together and making significant changes to Windows 11 that will bring it up to par with the competition.

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