Windows 11 KB5079473: New features, zero-day fixes, and native Sysmon
The March 2026 mandatory update adds a taskbar speed test, WebP wallpaper support, and patches for six actively exploited vulnerabilities.
Windows 11
Windows 11 is Microsoft's modern PC operating system, built to deliver a refreshed interface, stronger productivity tools, gaming features, enhanced security, and deep integration with services like Copilot. It launched as the successor to Windows 10 and supports a wide range of desktops, laptops, and compatible hardware configurations for work, play, and everyday computing. | Release Date: October 5, 2021 | Developer: Microsoft | Platforms: x86-64 PCs, Arm64 PCs | Genre: Operating System
Windows 11 Home encryption: Turn on Device Encryption the right way
On Windows 11 Home, the built-in option is Device Encryption, not the full BitLocker control panel.
Windows 11 Update Can Break Ethernet Internet — How to Restore Connectivity
A Windows 11 upgrade can wipe key wired authentication policies, leaving PCs offline until group policies are refreshed.
Windows 11 KB5077241 brings internet speed tests and native Sysmon support
The February 2026 preview update adds taskbar network tools, Emoji 16.0, and pan-tilt camera controls.
KB5007651 Keeps Reinstalling on Windows 11 — What It Is and How to Fix It
Microsoft's recurring Windows Security platform update has a long history of bugs, loops, and workarounds.
Windows 11 Build 26300.7733 Brings Native Sysmon to Dev Channel
The latest Dev Channel preview adds built-in system monitoring and fixes for File Explorer and cloud storage apps.
Windows 11 Canary Build 28020.1495: WebP wallpapers and a few key fixes
What changed, what got fixed, and the two issues you’re most likely to notice after installing.
Notepad on Windows 11 can do tables — here’s how to use them
Learn how to create, edit, and manage tables in the new Notepad for Windows 11, including Markdown-style layouts.
How to use AI agents from the Windows 11 taskbar
Learn how the new Ask Copilot box and taskbar icons let AI agents run, monitor, and complete tasks on your Windows 11 PC.
How to disable touch screen on Windows 11 without breaking everything else
Turn off touch input on a Windows 11 laptop or tablet using Device Manager or PowerShell, and keep it disabled reliably.
How to disable every AI feature on Microsoft Edge for Windows 11 without uninstalling it
Turn off Copilot, Bing chat, AI icons and background services in Edge on Windows 11 using built‑in settings, policies and registry edits.
Windows 11 Canary build 28020.1371 focuses on small but important fixes
Start menu glitches, File Explorer flicker, keyboard timing, and a nasty Terminal freeze bug are all addressed in this 26H1 build.
Xbox FSE (Full Screen Experience) on Windows 11: Setup, controls, and performance
Learn how the Xbox full screen experience works on handhelds and PCs, how to turn it on, and what to expect day to day.
How to show seconds on the Windows 11 taskbar clock
Enable seconds on the taskbar clock in Windows 11 using Settings, the Registry, or PowerShell, and understand the trade-offs.
Windows 11 build 26220.7535 brings Copilot image descriptions and admin Copilot controls
Key changes in the latest Dev and Beta build focus on accessibility, AI management, developer app continuity, and a handful of focused fixes.
How to View Wi‑Fi Adapter Status and Settings on Windows 11
Learn how to open, read, and manage Wi‑Fi adapter settings in Windows 11 using Settings, Control Panel, and advanced options.
Windows 11 build 28020.1362 reshapes handheld gaming and Copilot+ PCs
Microsoft’s latest Canary build expands Xbox Full screen experience, deepens on-device AI features, and cleans up core Windows 11 UX.
Windows 11 build 28000.1340 reaches Canary with 24H2/25H2 features and key fixes
Microsoft’s latest Canary Channel build turns on more October preview features, pauses Administrator Protection, and addresses Storage Spaces failures.
Windows 11 KB5072033 (Dec 2025) update: What it changes and how to install it
KB5072033 for Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 delivers December’s security fixes, File Explorer dark dialogs, gaming tweaks, and new settings.
Windows 11 build 26220.7344 brings MCP, smarter app updates, and MIDI overhaul to Dev and Beta
Microsoft’s latest 25H2 Insider build adds native Model Context Protocol support, a unified app update hub, and a modern MIDI stack.
Windows 11 KB5070311 (26200.7309 / 26100.7309) explained
An optional preview update for Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 that expands dark mode, tweaks the shell, and quietly fixes several bugs.
How to Turn Smart App Control Off in Windows 11 Safely
Learn how to disable Smart App Control in Windows 11, what it changes, and how to get it back if needed.
Windows 11 Network and Sharing Center Not Opening Fix
Repair system components, restart key services, and restore access to Network and Sharing Center on Windows 11.
Xbox full screen experience now surfaces cloud save sync status on PC
Microsoft’s console-style UI on Windows 11 now shows when Xbox Cloud Gaming saves were last synced before you launch a game.