Windows 10 News and Announcements...

They dont use any logic at all. They just keep changing things that nobody asked for..

 

Microsoft push an out of the band Hotfix patch for some selected HP business notebooks - KB4583263 10.08.2020

Microsoft and HP have fixed a problem with the configuration settings that can occur under Windows 10 1809, 1903, 1909, 2004 and thus also 20H2. This is about the HP Battery Health Manager in the HP BIOS.

Download links for Windows 10 1809, 1903, 1909, 2004, 20H2 - KB4583263


New Windows 10 update forcibly enables HP Battery Health Manager bleepingcomputer.com | Today

Microsoft has released an update for all supported versions of Windows 10 that forcefully enable the Battery Health Manager option in the BIOS of supported HP business laptops.

For those who do not want to use the Battery Health Manager, HP states that users should change the BIOS setting to 'Maximize my battery duration,' which will adjust battery charging and performance.

 

Seems like more tech journalists are picking up idea of Windows Linux...

Could Microsoft be en route to dumping Windows in favor of Linux?

Microsoft Linux is the next evolution of the Microsoft desktop operating system, argues Jack Wallen. He explains why this would be a win-win for Microsoft, IT pros, users, and the Linux community.

 

Apps & Features (Settings) is no replacement for Programs & Features (Control Panel) in Windows 10 ghacks.net

From the link...
New is not always better, and in this particular case, some may criticize the migration as it goes hand in hand with a loss of usability.

When you compare Programs & Features with the Apps & Features section of the Settings application, you will notice differences immediately. The new is UGLY and a massive downgrade vs before!

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Finally. Not everyday Microsoft create something awesome

KB4577062 blocks feature updates on Windows 10 V190x and 2004 borncity.com October 10, 2020

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Short information for users of Windows 10 in terms of the cumulative update KB4577062 Preview of September 16, 2020 for version 1903 and 1909. Those who have installed this update, currently can not access the Windows upgrade on May 10 2020 Update (Version 2004) . A bug is blocking the installation of the feature update.

 

Bro @Mr. Fox it looks like Microsoft thighen the screw to make the day easier for the users. Only God can help the users with (ancient) hardware that lack proper driver support @jc_denton @Ashtrix @Arrrrbol @Fire Tiger +++

What with all those that was lured into the Win 10 as Services trap with promises of full support of all their old ancient hardware. Maybe they all should call and begg M$ support for help?

Users may face drivers issues after Patch Tuesday updates windowsreport.com | Today

This issue is present in the cumulative updates for all major versions of Windows 10, ranging from the oldest, 1507, up to the newest, 2004.

That being said, until Microsoft manages to release a set of patch fixes within the following days, users will be forced to refrain from updating their devices unless they want to risk an error message and damage to the drivers.

Windows 10 now blocks some third-party drivers from installing bleepingcomputer.com
Microsoft says that Windows 10 and Windows Server users will be blocked from installing incorrectly formatted third-party drivers after deploying this month's cumulative updates.

Make ready your (Macrium Reflect) backup solutions

 

Another incurable case of digital diarrhea. It soils everything within splattering distance.

 

Forgot add in Win 8.1 into this new nice move (help their partners to sell more new harware/machines)

Microsoft is now blocking some third-party drivers in Windows 8.1, 10 and Server betanews.com | Yesterday

If you start to see the error message "Windows can't verify the publisher of this driver software" in Windows 10, it is because of a change Microsoft is making to driver validation.

The change has been introduced with the latest cumulative update for Windows 10 as Microsoft starts to block some third-party drivers from being installed. It also means that when you try to view driver signature properties you may see the error message "No signature was present in the subject".

Affecting Windows 8.1, every version of Windows 10 from 1607 up to 2004, and Windows Server 2012 R2 to Windows Server 2004, there is no workaround. If you find that you are unable to install a driver, or see any of the two error message listed above, Microsoft's advice is to "contact the driver vendor or device manufacturer (OEM) and ask them for an updated driver to correct the issue".

It's unlikely that individuals will initially have much luck prying updated drivers from manufacturers, but if enough people are vocal, perhaps Microsoft-pleasing versions will be released.

 

At least their diabolical behavior and destiny of failure is predictable and we know what to expect. Unfortunately, it's never good.

 

Disastrous Windows 10 update is breaking some PCs (again)

Yeah... What a wonderful product. So modern and "special" LOL.

 

WE GET IT.

 

Yeah, the beauty with latest and greatest.

Don’t install KB4579311 to avoid PC crash, freeze & more windowsreport.com | Today

Almost a week ago, Microsoft pushed the Patch Tuesday cumulative updates that were supposed to fix various issues known in several Windows OS versions.

As known, Windows 10 updates, although necessary, tend to cause several issues, however, users certainly didn’t expect the multitude of errors they experienced after installing update KB4579311 (applied to version 2004).

Then you have this....
Patch 'Bad Neighbor' TCP / IP vulnerability CVE-2020-16898 in Windows 10
Posted on October 19, 2020 by Günter Born

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Even a small addendum to the start of the week. Administrators and users should install the security updates for Windows 10 and its server counterparts from October 13, 2020 as soon as possible. Then the TCP / IP vulnerability CVE-2020-16898 ('Bad Neighbor') will be closed. US-CERT explicitly warns of this vulnerability.

Yeah, Microsoft make it damn easy for the administrators and users Yo all got the choice between Pest or Cholera. Microsoft offer it for free, LOOL

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Regarding Windows Updates issues who is doomed to happen... Here is my point of views on this.... http://forum.notebookreview.com/threads/windows-10-enterprise-ltsc-2019.833196/page-10#post-11053030

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Microsoft is fixing a Edge bug that installed web apps without permission windowslatest.com - October 19, 2020

As we reported last week, Microsoft has been installing the firm's Office web apps on Windows 10 PCs without user permission. This behaviour was first noticed by testers in the Windows Insider program, but later the non-Insiders also started reporting that web apps are getting installed without any interaction....

Of course it will be bugs when same engineers spend all the time on other things... Etc make the life for the users more like a hell...

Microsoft makes it difficult to download Microsoft Edge with Firefox and Chrome
ghacks.net | October 19, 2020

Many Windows users use the built-in web browser of the operating system to download other browsers to their system. First it was Internet Explorer, then the classic Edge, and now the new Edge that has been used for that purpose. Microsoft is still in the process of pushing its new Edge browser to Windows systems, and many systems, for instance Windows 10 systems right after installation, still come without the new version of Edge.

Windows users who want to download the new browser, for instance after the installation of Windows on a device, may notice that it is not as easy as opening the Microsoft Edge download page and clicking on the download button displayed on that page.

 

It seems MS Edge 85.x started force usage of MS account eventhough I haven't logged in using MS account. I dunno when MS account was logged in and enabled timeline and activity history when I had it disabled using privatezilla/win aero tweaker months ago.

 

They are essentially digital rapists now. If you're not willing to give it freely then just they take it by force. They probably believe that everyone likes it and secretly want it even when they have very clearly and unequivocally communicated that they do not. Nice business model. NOT!

 

Microsoft is very keen to get you as guinea pig without being blamed for push on you buggy Windows 10 feature updates that have compatibility issues with your hardware. Hence the new changes.

You can now get Windows 10 feature updates instantly with new setting windowslatest.com - October 23, 2020

Windows 10 feature updates are pushed to users in stages – with Microsoft first offering the update to Surface users and compatible hardware. After Windows 10 version 1809 file deletion bug nightmare, Microsoft is understandably cautious, and perhaps as a result of this, Microsoft has introduced “compatibility hold” to delay the updates.


After almost two years, Microsoft has finally realized that some users may THEY want YOU to install feature updates at any rate and its current approach could lead to some people scratching their heads over uninformative upgrade block notifications.

And of course it comes with bugs.... " Interestingly, this policy is reset after an update. If you want to use it again for future releases, you’ll need to reenable it by following the steps highlighted above". Most likely intended... They have by this got you in their guinea pig trap and can close the door! Yeah, it looks like they are willing to walk over dead bodies to increase it's market share for latest and greatest

 

The thing that always comes to mind whenever I think about Windows 10:

 

Perfect, take your own advice.! thanks.

 

Microsoft account locks: That's what the lawyer says ...
Posted on October 23, 2020 by Günter Born

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I'll take an old topic out of the crypt again: It is about arbitrary Microsoft, because of alleged violations, blocked Microsoft accounts. I'm keeping the subject simmering with Martin Geuss - and Martin has now been able to ask a lawyer a few questions on the subject.


The position of the lawyer who represents the plaintiff in a German court against Microsoft Ireland is therefore clear. Microsoft is likely to draw the shorter in this process because of an arbitrary account lock.

That's the good news, now let's move on to the bad news. When Microsoft locks up, you first look old as a user. You can take legal action - which, according to Martin , can take between three to seven years because of the necessary march through all instances to the BGH. The lawyer suspects that Microsoft is first trying to clarify the individual cases as quietly as possible.

You can read more details from Martin Geuss in this article. At this point I would like to thank Martin, who is responsible for keeping the topic in focus and preparing it accordingly.

 

MICROSOFT
Microsoft is throttling Windows 10 20H2 availability for all users bleepingcomputers.com

Microsoft is currently throttling Windows 10, version 20H2 availability to provide all users who want to upgrade with a positive experience while downloading and upgrading the OS.

Why not do it right and instead wait with the release until this OS version works as intended?

 

" Microsoft plans big Windows 10 UI refresh in 2021 codenamed 'Sun Valley'"

- Microsoft wants to 'reinvigorate' the Windows 10 user interface next year.

- I'm told that Microsoft is planning to update many top-level user interfaces such as the Start menu, Action Center, and even File Explorer, with consistent modern designs, better animations, and new features.

https://www.windowscentral.com/windows-10-sun-valley-ui-october-2021-update

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"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it."

Let's hope the Windows 8 debacle is well remembered before this supposedly "reinvigorating" release.

[ Edit - I see this was briefly mentioned by @cfe here - http://forum.notebookreview.com/threads/windows-10-20h2.830339/page-41#post-11054984 ]

 

I really don't know what all the fuss is with re-skinned and slightly reorganised interfaces in Windows, I really don't need it.....it takes about 5mins to get used to a new change and makes almost zero difference most of the time, apart from the accompanying bugs and install time!

 

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it."

This. So much this.

10X is concerning to me, but what is even more disturbing is the project head's announcement of the plan to "bring 10X features to 10" and have both "co-exist by side" for indefinite time.

It's already an impossible task to maintain the provision of just one feature-bloated OS operating in a vacuum.

Who can say (or even imagine) what couched phrases such as "reinvent windows 10" will result in.

It's going to be an interesting ride, that's for sure.

 

Already mentioned this bad move here... Who need a pure desktop OS nowadays?


http://forum.notebookreview.com/thr...nd-announcements.826887/page-65#post-11038549

http://forum.notebookreview.com/thr...nd-announcements.826887/page-49#post-11015862

And the usual....

Microsoft confirms certificate loss on Windows 10 upgrades
borncity.com 2020-11-01

Microsoft has now officially confirmed the certificate problem, which I already mentioned here in the blog, as of October 30, 2020 and has given details of when certificates will be lost during a Windows 10 function update.

Edit. More of the same.
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Microsoft confirms Windows 10 issues with network, Start Menu tiles windowslatest.com - November 2, 2020

Microsoft has confirmed two new bugs in Windows 10 and promised that it has already started working on a fix. As we recently reported, Windows 10 has got a nasty bug that's disrupting the internet of some folks when users launch Microsoft Store apps or enable VPN connection, which is obviously annoying.

In addition, Microsoft has finally acknowledged an annoying issue that could result in Start Menu with broken tiles. When this happens, you will notice that tiles are greyed out with an “app update in progress” progress bar.

There you have it

 

Maybe they are using "reinvigorate" to describe the anger and rekindled hate that will be inspired by the next phase of Windows performance and usability degradation that is deployed. They truly excel at failure.

 

Microsoft: Windows 10 1809 reaches end of service next week

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/ne...ows-10-1809-reaches-end-of-service-next-week/

 

Only a week for my 1809 Home and Pro version, will need to see how it fares w/o updates. I might move to 1909 during in-place upgrade until next LTSC build arrives.

 

I don't need support for Windows 7 (and didn't when it was still supported) so I doubt that will matter for me with LTSC when it reaches the end. As long as it keeps working, that's all that matters. Their "support" causes more problems than it fixes. Better off without it as far as I'm concerned.

 

Just updated from 1909 to 2004. So far so good. No idea what changed between versions but all went without issues

 

I agree with you on the value of their support, but doesn't the LTSC branch get much longer support?
IIRC the old LTSB (1607) was supported way longer than the consumer versions

 

Yes, I believe it does.

 

Microsoft adds a new upgrade block for Windows 10 versions 2004 and 20H2 neowin.com | Today

The Windows 10 May 2020 Update is no stranger to known issues, and while there were a bunch at launch, most of them have been fixed over the last six months or so. A new known issue is affecting Windows 10 users though, and if you use a Thunderbolt NVMe SSD, you'll want to pay attention.

More flaws/bugs with the newest can be found here... Where it belongs.
http://forum.notebookreview.com/threads/windows-10-20h2.830339/page-43#post-11056982

 

Microsoft confirms undeletable ‘Windows.old’ folder bug on Windows 10 windowslatest.com - November 13, 2020

When you apply Windows 10 feature updates or upgrade to a new version of the OS, Microsoft creates a folder called "Windows.old" to save a copy of the previous version for recovery purpose.

With this week’s preview build, Microsoft says it has finally resolved an issue that prevents removal of Windows.old folder for some people when they use Disk Cleanup.

“We fixed an issue where the windows.old folder is not completely deleted when performing disk cleanup,” Microsoft noted in the changelog of Windows 10 Build 20257.

Although Microsoft is yet to announce a release date for the undeletable Windows.old folder fix in production channels, it’s expected to land later this year or early next year.

 

I started using BurnBytes by builtbybel. Did a dirty upgrade from 1809 to 1909 on my BGA.

 

"Don't activate the "Let's Go" button"

...with a few quick selections, you'll be on your way to enjoying being trapped by the full Microsoft experience trickery.

https://www.ghacks.net/2020/11/16/d...utton-in-the-windows-10-settings-application/

 

Microsoft offer more than awful hardware (surface-books) and buggy OS.


Microsoft is selling a new Ugly Sweater again deskmodder.com December 1, 2020
These things are so ugly that they are cult in turn. The Ugly Sweater. This year again, Microsoft is offering its sweaters with the logos of various Windows products. This time it's the MS Paint Ugly Sweater. It is being offered for $ 69.99

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Windows 10 will still get two feature updates next year, but in a new way windowslatest.com - November 28, 2020

Microsoft is still planning to release two feature updates next year for Windows 10, but the company won't repeat this year's major-minor cadence for upgrades. This time the significance of the next two Windows 10...

This time the significance of the next two Windows 10 upgrades will be flipped. The end result will be a minor service pack-like refresh in Spring (April-May) followed by a feature-rich upgrade in the fall (October-November).


It’s unclear if Microsoft will be using the new “servicing technology” to deliver the first minor, but it’s very likely that Windows 10 won’t be getting anything ‘exciting’ until the second half of 2021.

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Windows 10 cross-signed root certificates for drivers will expire in February 2021 deskmodder.com December 1, 2020 good Morning November 30, 2020

It won't be long, then Microsoft will be the only point of contact to issue root certificates for Windows 10 drivers that are signed in kernel mode. In the past, cross-signed certificates from other providers could also be used. For Windows 7 and 8.1

 

Microsoft tighten up the control over your computers.

Since Microsoft made the announcement a long time ago, there will certainly be no outage for normal users. Unless you have drivers that are not from the manufacturer or have not been updated. The driver signature can still be switched off .

In any case, it is positive for the safety of the devices and for the users. The Redmond-based company has already made some changes under Windows 10 recently. This means that drivers are no longer updated via the Device Manager . Graphics drivers are under tighter control and the driver submission guidelines have also changed.

Reminder: support for root certificates with kernel mode signing capabilities ends next year ghacks.net

The change affects devices running Microsoft's Windows 10 operating system only, and drivers that have expired as part of the change won't load, run or install anymore on Windows 10 devices

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When buggy patch history ain't enough...


Windows 10 is getting support for additional Microsoft products updates windowslatest.com - December 5, 2020

On Windows 10, Windows Update allows you to easily download feature updates, monthly cumulative update updates, optional updates, and driver updates. Windows Update can also detect, download and apply updates for Microsoft products, which can include the Office productivity suite.

Starting December 2020, Microsoft will begin releasing updates for additional Microsoft products such as .NET Core 2.1, 3.1 or .NET 5.0. Windows Update will also allow you to apply updates to .NET Core Runtime, Core Runtime, and the .NET Core Desktop Runtime installers.

 

This is disgusting. @Mr. Fox @Ashtrix +++ Two feature updates each year is already 1 (2) too much. Microsoft rather prefer the great idea throw out new beta's each and every single month.

Microsoft explains how Windows 10 will get new features faster windowslatest.com | Dec 7, 2020

Next year, you’ll notice a jump in both ‘OS build’ number and ‘Windows Feature Experience Pack’ at the same time after applying monthly updates from Windows Update.

The future plan is to deliver new features during monthly optional updates for Windows 10 and Insiders will get some additional features for the OS without downloading a new preview build.

For consumers, this means that Microsoft could soon release new features, improve them or even remove them during the monthly servicing rather than waiting for the major OS updates, which happen twice a year in the spring and the fall.

 

more updates for more awesome things that always work!

if you thought anything was gonna get better in 2021







think again

 

Remember the days when MS boasted having made "the most secure windows ever" ?
> https://news.softpedia.com/news/mic...-10-the-most-secure-windows-ever-510158.shtml
(For some reason, the blog it refered to seemingly mia)

Today's upd., great security achievements indeed :O)
Windows 10 version 1809: 19 vulnerabilities: 1 critical and 18 important
Windows 10 version 1903 and 1909: 18 vulnerabilities: 1 critical and 17 important
Windows 10 version 2004 and 20H2: 19 vulnerabilities, 1 critical, 18 important

vs
Windows 8.1: 5 vulnerabilities: 0 rated critical and 5 rated important

Edit: my update 'amounts': w8.1 50 MB, w10 ltsc 415 MB. All (seemingly so far) gone very well.

 

You for got add in... Windows 7 (extended support only): 9 vulnerabilities: 0 critical and 9 important
https://www.ghacks.net/2020/12/08/microsoft-windows-security-updates-december-2020-overview/

Isn't it amusing that the Newest always come at bottom for security? Why make a new OS if it's more prone to have security problems?

 

Windows 10 Debloat Tool GUI
"Each tweak has a checkbox next to it that you use to enable it. All you have to do is go through each tab, check boxes as you see fit, and use the "run PowerShell" option of the output tab to make the changes to the system."
(just sharing the link, never used it)

https://www.ghacks.net/2020/12/14/w...i-improves-the-windows-10-tweakers-usability/

 

It's garbage! The UI is horrible! So confusing and spread across 5 diff. tabs!

 

@Papusan @Mr. Fox

 

Exactly. Benchers has seen it a long time. But as you know. Some is blind and or lack the proper knowledge. Often also hit by the well known placebo effect syndrome. New has to be better, LOOL

Thanks for the video. + reps

 

Good video. Thanks for sharing. Newer versions of Windows 10 degrade the performance of newer hardware as well. Each version update of Windows 10 is a performance downgrade. This is, unfortunately, a matter of fact. Nice to see a fellow YouTuber that is willing to call balls and strikes against the Redmond Reprobates.

 

It's weird isn't it, coders/programmers have an ethos to strive for the most efficient code don't they, or is that an outdated notion.....maybe it's just driven by the marketing folks in Microsoft not allowing the coders/programmers to stand to their old ethos (by not giving them enough time or options), or did I just make all of that up!? I mean you can't expect new software to run on old hardware from a couple of decades ago, because there has to be some advancement of functionality over time that would normally be associated with increased processing power required but between 2015 and now (5 yrs) what kind of features do we have in Windows now that offer increased functionality that is justifiable for the performance hit?

 

Its less to do with inefficient coding than more stuff just running in the background.

That and bloat on a system that is designed to work on a wide range of systems from embedded devices to servers. Excess baggage just running on the side that somehow doesn't disable itself when it's not applicable to the system its installed on. Like workstation services, remote access functions, embedded mode, tablet/laptop switching etc

 

Windows 10 Version 1809-2004: Driver installation via store broken
Posted on 2020-12-29 by guenni

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Are the GUI components for drivers (e.g. for Intel Graphics or Waves MaxxAudio settings) suddenly missing after Windows 10 setup? A crude bug causes the driver GUI components originally installed as a UWP app during setup from the Microsoft Store to be removed during the OOBE phase. Here’s some information on this issue, which was detected in Windows 10 version 1809 but affects all Windows 10 builds up to Windows 10 version 2004 – it’s only fixed in Windows 10 20H2....

 

"Microsoft is developing an exciting new way to navigate Windows 10"

- Microsoft is developing a new way to navigate Windows 10 computers, a “voice launcher” that will let users interact with the computer using their voice.

- Microsoft will soon add a “voice launcher” to Windows 10 to let you interact with apps and files.

- The voice launcher will support several languages for various regions, including English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, and Chinese.

https://bgr.com/2020/12/28/windows-10-update-voice-launcher-beta-october-2021/

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A keyboard... How quaint.

https://tinyurl.com/y6xsov47