Articles from April 2025
Browse all Windows news articles published in April 2025
Windows 11 Inetpub Folder: Security Fix Creates New Update Sabotage Vulnerability
The seemingly innocuous inetpub folder in Windows 11 has become the center of a cybersecurity paradox that perfectly illustrates the cat-and-mouse game of modern operating system security. Introduced...
Critical Windows 11 24H2 Installation Media Vulnerability Exposes Systems to Pre-OS Attacks
A newly discovered vulnerability in the Windows 11 24H2 installation media process has prompted urgent security warnings from Microsoft and cybersecurity researchers, exposing millions of devices to...
Understanding the inetpub Folder in Windows Security: Purpose and Implications
Introduction In April 2025, Microsoft released a cumulative update that introduced a new, empty folder named INLINECODE0 at the root of the C: drive on Windows systems. This unexpected addition has...
Reviving Classic Windows Games on Modern Systems: A Comprehensive Guide
Windows has long been celebrated not only for its versatility but also for the charming, iconic games that have come bundled with it—Minesweeper, Solitaire, Hearts, FreeCell, and Spider Solitaire,...
Microsoft Copilot Integration: Navigating Privacy, User Control, and Performance in Windows AI Evolution
Introduction Microsoft's integration of Copilot AI into Windows has marked a significant evolution in how artificial intelligence is woven into everyday computing. Positioned as an AI assistant...
Microsoft Cloud Licensing Disputes: How Enterprise IT Faces Cost and Agility Challenges
For decades, Microsoft products formed the backbone of enterprise IT infrastructure, but a seismic shift toward cloud computing has triggered complex licensing disputes now hindering organizational...
Microsoft's Cloud Licensing Under CMA Scrutiny: Impact on Competition and Innovation
The hum of London’s Victoria House rarely makes headlines, but within its walls, a high-stakes battle is unfolding that could reshape the digital foundations of global business. At the heart of the...
Windows Server 2025 Bug Forces Domain Controllers to Public Firewall Profile After Reboot
Overview Windows Server 2025, Microsoft's latest server operating system, has encountered a critical issue affecting domain controllers (DCs). After a system restart, these servers fail to apply the...
Microsoft fixes NTLM flaw CVE-2025-24054 after rapid attacks hit Poland, Romania
Overview of March 2025 Patch Tuesday In March 2025, Microsoft released its regular Patch Tuesday updates, addressing a multitude of security vulnerabilities across its software suite. Among these,...
Windows 10 End of Support in 2025: Leveraging LTSC for Extended Stability
Windows 10 End of Support in 2025: Leveraging LTSC for Extended Stability Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 will conclude on October 14, 2025. This development has raised concerns...
Microsoft Copilot’s Persistent Activation Raises Privacy and User Control Challenges in Windows 11
Introduction Microsoft’s AI assistant, Copilot, deeply integrated into Windows 11 and Microsoft 365, has been gaining attention not just for its productivity enhancements but also for stirring...