Trojanized gaming tools and new Windows RATs like Steaelite enable data theft, ransomware, and persistent remote control.

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Microsoft released Windows 11 26H1 update (KB5077179) exclusively for new PCs featuring Snapdragon X2 chips, not existing devices. PCWorld reports this specialized update focuses on performance and AI ...

PCWorld reports that Microsoft has released the first Windows 11 26H2 preview to Dev Channel Insiders, marking a significant update with new features unlike the previous 26H1 release. The update ...

Microsoft confirms a power outage at a data center broke Windows 11's Microsoft Store and Windows Updates. In a statement, Microsoft said, "A power outage at a datacenter is impacting customers’ ...

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Devices that don’t receive new Secure Boot certificates may miss out on future security updates. Devices that don’t receive new Secure Boot certificates may miss out on future security updates. is a ...

Microsoft has released Windows 11 KB5077181 and KB5075941 cumulative updates for versions 25H2/24H2 and 23H2 to fix security vulnerabilities, bugs, and add new features. Today's updates are mandatory ...

Microsoft has announced the Store CLI, a command-line interface for managing and installing Windows apps from the Microsoft Store. It's similar to WinGet, except the Store CLI only works for apps that ...

TL;DR: Secure Boot certificates in Windows 10 and 11 will expire by June 2026, risking system security and compatibility. Microsoft is issuing new certificates through updates and OEM firmware ...

Microsoft has released a massive stability patch for Windows 11, fixing the notorious missing password icon and other system bugs. The optional KB5074105 patch, released on Jan. 29, resolved the ...

Microsoft's 2026 roadmap for Windows 11 reveals some exciting innovations, but those shouldn't overshadow the long-standing issues that affect everyday PC users. Chris Hoffman is the author of Windows ...