#Windows 11
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Microsoft's New Passkey System Has Flaws That Let Old Hacking Tricks Work Again
A security researcher found three near-exploitable bugs in Windows 11 and Microsoft's cloud login service, just as the company prepares to make passkeys the default sign-in method for hundreds of millions of users.

Windows 11 24H2 Home and Pro users have three months before security updates stop
Microsoft has set 13 October 2026 as the cut-off for monthly patches on Windows 11 24H2 Home and Pro, and on Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB 2016.

Microsoft Halts Windows 11 Update for Dell PCs After Shutdowns and Overheating
A clash between a new Windows USB-C component and an Intel power-management driver is causing shutdowns and heat problems on some Dell laptops.

Microsoft Ships July 2026 Patch Tuesday: 571 Fixes, Better AirPods Pairing, and a Quieter Widgets Panel
The mandatory Windows 11 update rolls up months of security holes and finally tames Bluetooth pairing gremlins. Here is what it actually changes on your PC.

Microsoft trials an ad-free Windows Search for Insiders
The refreshed search bar prioritises your files and apps over Store promos and web suggestions, and adds a toggle to switch them off entirely.

Windows will start backing up work laptops by default in 2026
Microsoft is flipping its enterprise settings backup tool from opt-in to opt-out for Windows 11 26H2, and IT teams have until later this year to decide if they want it on.

Microsoft Begins Testing Cloud Rebuild, a Remote Reinstall Tool for Broken Windows 11 PCs
Cloud Rebuild downloads a fresh copy of Windows and drivers from Microsoft's servers even when the machine won't boot. It is available now to Insiders on the Experimental channel.