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Microsoft confirms Windows 11 24H2 update is crashing some Ubisoft games
Microsoft says it’s working with Ubisoft to fix a problem with its latest Windows 11 update that’s been crashing some games, and it’s put the update’s release on pause for devices with those games in the meantime.
Microsoft pauses Windows 11 updates for PCs with some Ubisoft games installed
Microsoft has stopped offering updates to Windows 11 version 24H2 on PCs that have certain Ubisoft games installed, Bleeping Computer reports. The company made the move after complaints that Star Wars Outlaws and games in the Assassin’s Creed series were crashing after installing the new Windows update.
Microsoft is blocking PCs with Ubisoft games from updating to Windows 11 24H2
PC gamer updating to Windows 11 version 24H2 take note, especially if you're playing any Ubisoft games. Compatibility issues have been reported.
New Microsoft Update Warning—400 Million Windows PC Owners Need To Pay
The clear issue here is that within the 400 million soon-to-be obsolete PCs that cannot make the TPM-compliant move to Windows 11, will be many users who can’t afford a new machine and perhaps are most likely to balk at the $30 Microsoft stipend to continue security support for a strictly one year only extension.
Microsoft Reveals Mini PC for Easy Access to Windows 365
Windows 365 Link, set to launch in select regions in early April, can connect to various peripherals either wirelessly or via cable.
Windows 11 24H2 gets a more streamlined taskbar and some much-needed bug fixes in Microsoft’s latest update
Windows 11 24H2 has just received an optional update which comes with some useful tweaks to the interface. This is patch KB5046740 and it’s in preview – so as ever, you might come across glitches if you install it – and the main changes on the desktop are applied to the taskbar and Start menu.
Microsoft blocks Windows 11 24H2 update yet again could this impact you?
Microsoft blocked the Windows 11 24H2 update due to issues with USB-connected peripherals supporting the eSCL protocol. Gamers might face black screens during gameplay in specific Ubisoft titles after updating to Windows 11 24H2.
Microsoft’s New Windows 11 Decision—Millions Of Passwords To Be Replaced
Microsoft has announced a change, rolling out soon, that could see millions of passwords replaced for Windows 11 users—here’s ...
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Microsoft Rolls Out Controversial Recall Feature for Windows 11 Beta Testers
The feature comes with previously announced privacy-related changes, but for now, Recall is only available in a preview ...
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Microsoft Updates Windows 11 WebAuthn APIs to Enable Third-Party Passkeys
Microsoft has updated the Windows 11 WebAuthn APIs, enabling third-party passkey plugins and advancing passwordless ...
Microsoft’s new Windows Resiliency Initiative aims to avoid another CrowdStrike incident
Microsoft has developed a new Quick Machine Recovery feature in light of the CrowdStrike incident that will enable IT admins ...
Microsoft testing Windows 11 support for third-party passkeys
Microsoft is now testing WebAuthn API updates that add support for support for using third-party passkey providers for ...
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Microsoft Wants Edge To Be Your Gaming Browser With Edge Game Assist
How appealing this will be will depend on how you feel about the Windows Game Bar.