Microsoft
The latest Microsoft coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Microsoft Revives Mixed Reality Support for Meta Quest Headsets: What It Means for Windows Users
Microsoft has officially revived its mixed reality support for Meta Quest headsets, marking a significant shift in its VR strategy and opening new possibilities for Windows 11 users. This unexpected...
Microsoft December 2024 Patch Tuesday: 71 Fixes, 6 Zero-Days, 3 Exploited
Microsoft's December 2024 Patch Tuesday has arrived, addressing a total of 71 vulnerabilities across its product ecosystem, including critical fixes for Windows, Office, and Azure. This month's...
Google Challenges Microsoft’s OpenAI Cloud Deal, Escalating AI Antitrust Fight
The tech industry is witnessing a high-stakes battle as Google formally challenges Microsoft’s cloud computing partnership with OpenAI, escalating tensions between two of the world’s most...
Copilot's New Taskbar Icon and Shifted Shortcuts Spark Windows 10, 11 User Backlash
Microsoft's latest update to Copilot brings a refined taskbar interface and some unexpected shortcut challenges that are sparking discussions among Windows users. The AI-powered assistant continues...
KB5048667 Patch Restores eSCL Scanning, Unblocks Windows 11 24H2 Rollout
Microsoft has resolved critical eSCL (embedded Scanner Control Language) compatibility issues with the release of KB5048667, unblocking the Windows 11 24H2 update for affected devices. This crucial...
Microsoft's Azure Growth: How AI Innovations and Strategic Investments Are Shaping Cloud Computing
Microsoft Azure continues to dominate the cloud computing landscape, fueled by groundbreaking AI innovations and strategic investments that position it as a leader in enterprise solutions. As...
Windows 11 Search Revamp Adds Clearer Local vs. Web Separation in 2024
Microsoft is set to introduce significant changes to the Windows 11 search experience, aiming to better differentiate between local and web-based results. This overhaul comes as part of the company's...
Phone Link Update Adds Native File Transfers Between Windows 11 and iPhones
Microsoft has unveiled a groundbreaking feature that enhances file sharing between Windows PCs and iPhones, marking a significant step in cross-platform interoperability. This new capability,...
December 2024 Patch Tuesday: Fix Critical CLFS & LDAP RCE Flaws Now
Microsoft has released its December 2024 Patch Tuesday updates, addressing critical vulnerabilities in the Common Log File System (CLFS) and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) that could...
Microsoft December Patch Tuesday 2024: 71 Updates Address Critical Vulnerabilities and Active Exploits
Microsoft December Patch Tuesday 2024: Overview Microsoft has released its December 2024 Patch Tuesday updates, encompassing 71 security vulnerabilities across various Microsoft product families....
AuthQuake Vulnerability Breaks Microsoft MFA with Distributed Brute-Force Attacks
The cybersecurity landscape has been shaken by the discovery of AuthQuake, a critical vulnerability affecting Microsoft's Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) systems. This newly identified security...