Articles from 2025
Browse all Windows news articles published in 2025
BitLocker 2025 Security Flaws: Critical Boot Path Vulnerabilities Require TPM PIN Protection
Microsoft has confirmed multiple critical security vulnerabilities in BitLocker, Windows' full-disk encryption technology used by millions of personal and enterprise devices worldwide. The October...
AI Revolution Hits Hardware and Retail: M5, Windows 10 EOL, and Smart Checkouts
The technology landscape is undergoing a seismic shift as artificial intelligence becomes the driving force behind platform transitions across hardware, operating systems, and retail experiences....
PowerToys Command Palette Review: Can It Replace Windows Search?
The PowerToys Command Palette has emerged as Microsoft's most ambitious attempt to create a Spotlight-style launcher for Windows, promising to make the legacy Windows Search front end obsolete for...
Windows 11 Sound Customization Guide: Personalize System Sounds & Startup Tones
Windows 11 offers extensive sound customization options that let users personalize their computing experience beyond just visual themes. While Microsoft provides a clean, modern soundscape by...
Lenovo V15 G2 Ryzen 5 5500U: Real Deal or Marketplace Scam?
The Lenovo V15 G2 with Ryzen 5 5500U processor has become a subject of intense debate among Windows laptop buyers, with conflicting information circulating across online marketplaces and tech forums....
Windows 11 Update Breaks File Explorer Previews: Security Fix or Productivity Bug?
The October 2025 cumulative updates for Windows 11 have triggered widespread frustration among users who rely on File Explorer's preview pane for daily productivity. What initially appeared as a bug...
ID@Xbox Indie Showcase 2024: 50 Minutes of Trailers, Demos, and Game Pass Reveals
Microsoft's ID@Xbox program is set to deliver a massive 50-minute indie showcase in partnership with IGN on October 28, promising an extensive look at upcoming independent games coming to Xbox and...
Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed Review: Ultimate Budget Wireless Gaming Mouse
The Razer Viper V3 HyperSpeed has emerged as a surprising contender in the competitive wireless gaming mouse market, offering professional-grade performance at an unexpectedly affordable price point....
Windows 10 End of Support 2025: Upgrade Options, ESU Costs, and Security Risks
Microsoft's formal end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025 marks the conclusion of a decade-long era for an operating system that continues to power approximately 70% of PCs worldwide...
KB5066835 Breaks Local IIS on Windows 11: Complete Fix Guide
Microsoft's October 2025 cumulative update KB5066835 has triggered widespread reports of broken local IIS installations across Windows 11 systems, disrupting developer workflows and causing...
Microsoft Copilot AI NFL Week 7 Predictions: Full Picks and Analysis
Microsoft's Copilot AI continues to make waves in the sports prediction arena with its comprehensive NFL Week 7 forecasts, building on what appears to be a successful Week 6 performance. The...
Google's Windows Search App Challenges Spotlight with Desktop AI Integration
Google's experimental Search app for Windows represents a significant escalation in the desktop AI assistant wars, directly challenging Apple's long-established Spotlight search functionality. This...