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Windows 11 KB5083631 Update Adds Xbox Mode, Security Fixes

Microsoft's KB5083631 optional update for Windows 11 introduces Xbox gaming mode, batch file security enhancements, and startup performance improvements across 34 changes.

Windows 11 April 2026 Preview Update Rolls Out

Microsoft releases Windows 11's optional April 2026 preview update with quality improvements and system enhancements for testing users.

Windows 11 April Update Breaks Third-Party Backup Apps

Microsoft's KB5083769 security update disrupts backup software from multiple vendors on Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 systems.

Microsoft Teams Adds Premium Upsell Banner Across Free Tier

Microsoft Teams displays new premium upgrade banners to free users, sparking criticism over aggressive monetization tactics and interface design choices.

Microsoft Teams Free Users Hit by Chat and Call Outage

Microsoft Teams Free users can't chat or call others due to a known service issue Microsoft is actively investigating.

Xbox Series X Backwards Compatibility Bug Blocks Xbox 360 Games

Microsoft is investigating a widespread Xbox Series X issue preventing players from accessing backwards compatible Xbox 360 games across the platform.

PowerToys 0.99 Adds Two New Utilities for Windows Users

Microsoft PowerToys 0.99 introduces two new utilities alongside comprehensive improvements across the entire productivity suite for Windows 11 and 10.

Windows RDP Security Warnings Display Bug Confirmed

Microsoft confirms new Windows security warnings for Remote Desktop files display incorrectly, affecting user security decisions.

Outlook.com Outage Hits Users with Sign-In Failures

Microsoft's Outlook.com email service faces widespread outage causing intermittent sign-in failures and unexpected user sign-outs across the platform.

Microsoft Outlook.com Hit by Widespread Access Outage

Microsoft confirms ongoing Outlook.com outage causing intermittent sign-in failures and preventing millions from accessing email accounts.

Microsoft Revamps Windows Insider Program for Windows 11

Microsoft launches redesigned Windows Insider Program on April 25, 2026, targeting Windows 11 performance and reliability improvements.

Windows 11 Gets Smarter Update Controls to End Forced Restarts

Microsoft introduces enhanced Windows Update controls allowing users to skip non-critical updates and extend pause periods significantly.

Windows 11 Gets Major Update Control Changes for Insiders

Microsoft rolls out significant Windows Update modifications to Windows Insider Program participants, giving users enhanced control over system updates.

Microsoft Entra Adds Passkey Support for Windows Devices

Microsoft launches passkey authentication for Entra-protected resources on Windows devices, eliminating password vulnerabilities in enterprise environments.

Microsoft Enables Copilot Removal from Enterprise Devices

Microsoft releases new Group Policy setting allowing IT administrators to completely uninstall Copilot AI assistant from enterprise Windows devices.