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Microsoft: KB5120998 Mouse Reset Bug Hits Only Non-English Windows 11 PCs
Microsoft has confirmed that a mouse personalization reset bug tied to the KB5120998 August 2026 preview update only affects non-English Windows 11 installations, after user reports flagged the issue on version 25H2 and 24H2 devices.
Microsoft confirms KB5120998 resets Windows 11 desktop settings
Microsoft has confirmed that the optional KB5120998 preview update stops some Windows 11 desktop settings from loading, leaving a solid black background that users cannot restore manually.
Microsoft Tells Users to Ignore False 'Antivirus Is Turned Off' Alerts
Microsoft has confirmed a known issue in which recent Microsoft Defender Antivirus updates trigger false "Microsoft Defender Antivirus is turned off" alerts in the Windows Security app, even though the antivirus is running normally. The bug affects all supported Windows client and server versions, including Windows 11 26H1 and Windows Server 2025, and a fix is still pending.
Windows 11 Memory Integrity: Microsoft Enables HVCI by Default in October 2026
Starting in October 2026, Microsoft will use monthly Windows updates to turn on Memory Integrity (HVCI) by default on eligible Windows 11 PCs, closing a gap left by devices upgraded from Windows 10.
Hide Category View in Windows 11 Start Menu Using Intune
Learn how to hide category view in the Windows 11 Start menu using an Intune Settings Catalog policy, including the CSP details and client-side verification.
Customize OneDrive Sync Root Folder Name Using Intune
Learn how to customize the OneDrive sync root folder name using an Intune Settings Catalog policy, including tenant ID lookup, naming rules, and end user relinking steps.
Fix Intune Autopilot Error 80180003: 7 Solutions
Autopilot error 80180003 means the user is not authorized to enroll in Intune. Learn the seven checks that fix it, from Entra join settings to MDM authority.
Windows 11 KB5120998 Update Adds 35 Changes, Movable Taskbar
Microsoft released the optional Windows 11 KB5120998 preview update for versions 24H2 and 25H2, bringing 35 changes, including a repositionable taskbar, resizable Start menu, and the phased rollout of Administrator Protection.
How to Remove Any Microsoft Store App with the Microsoft Intune Settings Catalog
Use the Intune settings catalog and the dynamic app removal list to uninstall any MSIX/APPX app on Windows 11 Enterprise and Education devices, then block it from coming back.
Windows Task Manager Gains NPU and GPU Neural Engine Columns
Microsoft has updated Windows Task Manager to show per-process NPU and GPU neural engine activity on the Processes and Performance tabs, giving IT pros and developers a built-in way to see whether AI workloads run on dedicated silicon or fall back to the CPU.
Microsoft Tests Faster Windows 11 File Explorer, Redesigned Context Menu
Microsoft has started testing a redesigned File Explorer and context menu in Windows 11 Insider preview builds, promising faster right-click performance, less clutter, and a new Settings page to control which commands and app extensions appear.
How to Configure Windows Kiosk Auto Logon with Intune and Entra
Learn how to configure Windows kiosk mode with auto logon using Microsoft Intune. Covers single-app and multi-app kiosks, the Auto logon vs Microsoft Entra user logon types, Conditional Access exclusions, and the AssignedAccess CSP.
How to Enable Core Isolation Memory Integrity in Windows 11
Learn how to enable Memory Integrity (HVCI) in Windows 11 via Windows Security, Group Policy, Registry, or Intune. Includes troubleshooting for incompatible drivers and BIOS virtualization requirements.
How to Set Up Windows Autopilot Device Preparation in Intune
Learn how to set up Windows Autopilot device preparation (v2) in Microsoft Intune. Covers user-driven Entra join, policy creation, app limits (up to 25), and near real-time deployment monitoring. Requires Windows 11 24H2 or later.
How to Deploy Windows 11 25H2 With Intune Feature Update Policies
Roll out Windows 11 25H2 to managed devices with Microsoft Intune feature update policies, from a small pilot ring to full production, including licensing, prerequisites, and monitoring.
How to Move User Profile Folders to Another Drive in Windows 11
Learn how to move Windows 11 user profile folders (Documents, Downloads, Desktop, Pictures) to another drive using the Location tab. Includes Group Policy folder redirection for enterprise deployments.
How to Disable Web Search in Windows 11 Start Menu (5 Methods)
Learn five proven methods to disable Bing web search in the Windows 11 Start Menu and limit results to local files only. Covers Settings, Registry Editor, Group Policy, Intune, and Command Prompt.
Windows Monthly Updates Explained: B Releases, Preview Updates, Hotpatch, and OOB Fixes
A complete guide to the Windows servicing model: Patch Tuesday (B release), optional preview updates (C/D release), hotpatch, out-of-band fixes, and how they fit together for IT admins.
How to Use System File Checker (SFC) to Repair Corrupted Windows 11 Files
Run SFC /scannow to detect and repair corrupted system files in Windows 11. Covers online scans, DISM repair when SFC fails, and offline recovery from WinRE.