Microsoft says Office app (MS Word) will now launch faster on Windows 11
Microsoft is rolling out an optional feature called Startup Boost which preloads Office applications to open them faster. The feature works via the Windows Task Scheduler and is primarily targeted at enterprise customers.
Microsoft says it won’t change Windows 11’s system tray design after users feedback
Microsoft says it no longer plans to release a Windows 11 update with a new and simplified taskbar system tray as it originally intended.
Can you get HEVC codec for free on Windows 11?
Not really. While you might find an OEM version of the HEVC codec on the Internet Archive, it doesn't work for everyone.
Windows 11 July 2025 update issues confirmed, Microsoft says it falsely claimed fixes
Windows 11 24H2 has a bug where Event Viewer flags a critical Firewall error (Windows Firewall With Advanced Security 2042 None).
Microsoft: Windows 11 24H2 installs 36 inbox apps, now fully up-to-date
Windows 11 version 24H2 fresh downloads now install 36 inbox apps, which do not require an update to work.
Windows 11’s handheld gaming UI references spotted ahead of Xbox Ally
Windows 11 will soon detect when it's booted on a gamepad-based device, and if that happens, it'll automatically switch to a new UI.
Windows 11 KB5062553 install fails, issues cause Firewall error (July 2025 Update)
Windows 11 KB5062553 fails to install due to 0x8007371b, 0x800f0991, 0x80073712, 0x80071a2d, among other error.
Removing Microsoft apps could become easy in Windows 11 25H2
Removing Microsoft apps could become easy in Windows 11 25H2
Windows 11 KB5062552 adds PC-to-PC transfer, direct download links
Windows 11 KB5062552 fixes slow Search, improves Windows Share, direct download links
Windows 11 KB5062553 24H2 big update, direct download links
Windows 11 KB5062553 is July 2025 Update for Version 24H2 with a load of new features, including smaller taskbar icons.