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The latest Windows Update coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Windows April Update Secretly Adds inetpub Folder—Here's Why It's Safe
Windows users awoke to an unexpected security complication this spring, as a quietly delivered April update from Microsoft introduced a mysterious new folder—"inetpub"—to countless Windows 11...
Windows 11 Backup Prompt: User Frustrations, Privacy Concerns, and Best Workarounds
Microsoft's recent Windows 11 backup prompt has sparked significant debate among users, with many expressing frustration over its persistent nature and perceived lack of flexibility. The...
Windows 11 EEA Update: How to Uninstall Default Apps & Regain Control
Microsoft has rolled out a significant update for Windows 11 users in the European Economic Area (EEA), marking a pivotal shift in user control over pre-installed applications. This change, driven by...
April 2025 Windows Update Creates Mysterious inetpub Folder Without IIS
When Windows users installed the latest Patch Tuesday update for April 2025, an unexpected and rather bewildering mystery greeted them on their primary drive: a new, empty folder named “inetpub.”...
CVE-2025-21204 Patched: April Update Adds inetpub Folder to All Windows 10/11 Systems
The sudden appearance of the inetpub folder on Windows 10 and 11 systems following the April 2025 Update has left many users puzzled—and security professionals concerned. This system directory,...
Windows 11 Now Supports Android Screen Mirroring & File Sharing: A Game-Changer for Productivity
Microsoft has taken a significant leap in bridging the gap between Windows 11 and Android devices with its latest update, introducing seamless screen mirroring and file-sharing capabilities directly...
Windows 10 End of Support 2025: Why You Need to Upgrade to Windows 11 Now
Microsoft has set October 14, 2025, as the final end-of-support date for Windows 10, marking a critical deadline for millions of users and IT departments worldwide. This hard cutoff means no more...
Windows Update Trust Crisis: Why Users Are Losing Faith and How to Stay Protected
For decades, Windows Update has been the backbone of system security and stability, delivering critical patches and feature updates to millions of devices worldwide. Yet in recent years, a growing...
Microsoft Store Redesigned: AI-Powered Features & Performance Boosts Unveiled
The Microsoft Store has undergone its most significant transformation in years, blending AI enhancements with performance optimizations to create a smarter, faster digital marketplace. Windows 11...
Windows 11's New Idle CPU Throttling Feature: Boosting Battery Life and Energy Efficiency
Microsoft is rolling out a groundbreaking feature in Windows 11 designed to significantly improve battery life and reduce energy consumption through intelligent CPU throttling during idle periods....
Windows Autopatch Boosts Enterprise Security with Granular RBAC Controls
Microsoft's Windows Autopatch service has taken a significant leap forward in enterprise security with its latest Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) enhancements. These improvements give IT...
Windows 11 Canary Build 27871: Energy Efficiency & Cross-Device Features Explored
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 Canary build 27871 introduces groundbreaking energy management tools and cross-device productivity enhancements, signaling a major leap forward for power users and IT...