Windows 11

Launched in October 2021, Windows 11 started a new era as the latest version of Microsoft's official operating system, pre-loaded onto the best laptops and sold separately for custom-built desktop PCs. It continues to receive significant updates, like Windows 11 version 24H2, which is loaded with new features and supports modern hardware like Neural Processing Units (NPUs) to handle local Artificial Intelligence (AI) computing tasks offered by Microsoft Copilot and third-party apps.
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Latest about Windows 11

Microsoft confirms rare Windows 11 bug affecting Windows Hello login
By Sean Endicott published
A Windows 11 bug prevents some users from signing in with Windows Hello after resetting a PC. Here's everything we know so far.

Windows 11 2024 Update now available to more PCs — has your PC been unblocked?
By Sean Endicott published
Windows Windows 11 version 24H2 is now available to more PCs following the resolution of an issue caused by some wallpaper apps.

Podcast: Are we heading for Copilot OS?
By Zac Bowden published
Podcast Daniel and Zac reflect on Microsoft's 50th anniversary celebration, the Copilot announcements and what's next for the AI assistant, as well as the latest on Windows 11.

Windows Recall is now almost ready to ship publically
By Zac Bowden published
Windows 11 Windows Recall is now available in Windows 11's Release Preview channel, the final stop before general availability. The feature is expected to begin rolling out to all Copilot+ PCs imminently.

How to use DISM to repair local image on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, you can use the DISM and SFC command-line tools to fix your setup without reinstalling the operating system, and in this guide, I'll show you how.

How to show or hide desktop icons on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, you can easily show or hide icons, and in this guide, I'll show you the steps to complete this task.

Windows Insiders can now test Copilot Vision and improved file search
By Sean Endicott published
Windows 11 Copilot Vision and improved file search are rolling out to Windows Insiders, making Copilot feel more like a true AI companion on your desktop.

Windows 11 should have these 7 features turned on by default
By Mauro Huculak published
How-to On Windows 11, Microsoft makes many default configurations, but at least these seven features should also be considered to be enabled by default.
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