Windows 11 26H1 hits Canary as build 28000 — here’s what it actually is
Microsoft flips Canary to “26H1,” a platform-only release for new silicon, not a feature update you’ll install on 25H2.
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
Disable AI features in Windows 11 Paint — Generative Fill and more
Use policy, registry, CMD/PowerShell, and Intune to turn off Generative Fill and Image Creator in Paint.
Windows 11 Insider (26220.7051) adds handheld FSE and shared audio
Ask Copilot lands on the taskbar while gaming handhelds get a console-style full screen UI.
Windows 11 update titles are getting simpler and clearer
Security, driver, .NET, AI, and Visual Studio updates now use concise, consistent titles in Settings.
Get the new Windows 11 Start menu now (KB5067036, 24H2/25H2)
Install the October 2025 preview update or use ViVeTool to unlock the rollout immediately.
Windows 11 KB5067036 preview — new Start menu and Admin Protection
What changes in 24H2 and 25H2, how to install it, and the fixes it brings.
Fix the Windows 11 File Explorer Preview Pane (and why it breaks)
Proven fixes for PDFs and other files, plus the 2025 change that blocks internet downloads by default.
Windows 11 local account setup — 24H2, 25H2 and newer builds
Step-by-step commands for current releases and newer builds, plus a USB method and post‑setup options.
Windows 11 25H2 won’t install? Fixes for common update errors
Step-by-step ways to get 25H2 installed, from SFC/DISM to in-place repair and the official ISO.
Windows 11 25H2 safety check — who should upgrade now
The 2025 update is a small enablement release; here’s what’s fixed, what’s still broken, and when to hit install.
Fix Windows 11 update error 0x800f0983 — reliable steps that work
When cumulative updates stall around 10–17% and fail with 0x800f0983, these straightforward repairs clear CBS servicing issues.
Windows 11 update error 0x800f0991 — working fixes for 24H2
Detailed repairs for KB5060829 and similar cumulative updates when DISM and standard installs fail.
Windows 11 KB5067036 (Nov 2025 preview) brings a new Start menu
Release Preview builds 26100.7015 and 26200.7015 add a new Start menu, battery percentage, admin protections, and fixes.
Fix Windows 11 KB5066835 breaking localhost (HTTP/2 bug)
Restore local IIS/Kestrel sites using Windows Update, KIR policy, registry, or safe uninstall.
Enable new dark mode dialogs in Windows 11 (25H2 Insider)
Turn on hidden dark UI for Run, Folder Options, and file operations with ViVeTool on recent Insider builds.
Windows 11 25H2 tiny11 on x64 and arm64 — what’s new, how to get it
A lean 25H2 build now exists for Intel/AMD and ARM PCs, with a script to roll your own from official ISOs.
Factory reset Xbox Ally X on Windows 11 (Reset this PC, BIOS)
Use Windows Reset or ASUS Cloud Recovery to return the handheld to factory defaults, with clear trade‑offs.
Fix File Explorer’s PDF preview warning in Windows 11 (25H2)
Why File Explorer now blocks some PDF previews and the safe, fast way to restore them for trusted files.
Is Windows 11 25H2 stable? What to expect before you update
A look at the rollout, known issues, and when it makes sense to install the Windows 11 2025 Update.
PowerToys Light Switch for Windows — Automatic theme scheduling
Set Windows to switch between light and dark modes by time, sunrise/sunset, or a manual shortcut.
How to Enable "Hey, Copilot" on Windows 11 — Setup, voice use, and fixes
Turn on the wake word in the Copilot app, start hands‑free voice, and fix common issues with clear steps.
Windows 11 is becoming an agentic OS you can talk to
Copilot Voice, Vision, and Actions aim to let your PC understand context and carry out tasks on your behalf.
Microsoft puts agentic Copilot at the center of Windows 11
New updates push voice-first control and task‑doing AI across settings and apps.
Windows 11 KB5066835 (Oct 2025): what’s fixed, what might change, and how to install
Microsoft’s October cumulative update bumps 24H2/25H2 to 26100.6899/26200.6899 with security fixes, reliability updates, and a few removals.