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Microsoft says the August 2025 security updates are triggering unexpected User Account Control (UAC) prompts and app installation issues for non-admin users across all supported Windows versions. This ...

Bored of the same old Arial and Times New Roman? Whether you're putting together a killer presentation, sprucing up your personal writing, or just want your desktop to reflect your vibe, installing ...

Microsoft has mitigated a known issue that caused Windows update failures when installing them from a network share using the Windows Update Standalone Installer (WUSA). WUSA is a built-in ...

A new BYOVD (Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver) attack exploits a legitimate, signed driver that contains a vulnerability. This allows attackers to achieve kernel ...

Windows 11 Pro looks sharp. It's sleek, quick, and packed with features that make working on a PC feel cleaner and smoother. Whether you're a longtime Windows user or recently made the switch, you've ...

If you use Microsoft Authenticator to store your login information, it's time to take action. This month, Microsoft began deleting stored payment methods from the app, and as of Aug. 1, 2025, stored ...

Microsoft is a prolific supporter of using passkeys over passwords. Authenticator will no longer save your passwords. But Authenticator can't be your comprehensive passkey manager. The Edge browser ...

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