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Windows 365 now supported in Israel
Today I am pleased to announce that we have enabled Windows 365 in Israel. You can now deploy your Cloud PCs into Israel, specifically the Israel Central region. Within a provisioning policy if you select the Middle East geography, you can then selectIsrael Central: This expansion increases the number of Azure geographies that Windows 365 supports, giving you more choices for locating your Cloud PCs. This means you can place them closer to your user estate, reducing latency for users in these locations. We are committed to providing more choice and flexibility for your Cloud PCs by enabling new regions over the coming years. This ongoing expansion demonstrates our dedication to evolving the service into a truly global service by growing into existing and new Azure geographies, ensuring you can provide the best service to your organization. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to enhance Windows 365 and bring it to more locations worldwide.
CBS crashes on Windows 11 24H2 KB5046740
I'm trying to maintain a stable system, but every Windows update seems to trigger a CBS crash, making the machine barely functional. The issue first appeared after upgrading to 24H2, and despite performing several in-place upgrades (refresh installs), the problem hasn't gone away. While the computer successfully merged all MSU files and installed the latest Windows version using the in-place upgrade process, I can't rely on this method for every update—it’s simply not practical. Here’s what I discovered this time: The Windows update KB5046740 was applied using an unexpanded variable, specifically referencing ($build.nttree). This occurred during the transition from version 10.0.26100.2314 (installed via in-place upgrade) to 10.0.26100.2454.Windows 11 not refreshing
Dear Sir/Madam, Recently I installed Windows 11 and hence then my windows doesn't refresh automatically. Every time I have to refresh manually to see any chances both in desktop and in folders. Tried everything found in the net. Nothing working. I run windows update, does some tweaks in the registry, run certain commands in the command prompt... nothing working. Please help.
Why does Yahoo keep opening in Chrome Windows 11 computer?
Hi everyone, I'm experiencing a frustrating issue with my Windows 11 computer. For some reason, Yahoo keeps opening automatically in Google Chrome, even when I’m not trying to access it. This happens frequently and interrupts my workflow. I've checked my browser settings and extensions, but I can't find anything unusual. I’ve also cleared my browser cache and cookies, but the problem persists. Has anyone else faced a similar issue or knows how to stop this from happening? Thank you!Laptop Setup- Win 11- MS Account- Can it be Removed?
I'm seeking assistance regarding my laptop setup, which is running Windows 11 and currently linked to a Microsoft account. I would like to know if it’s possible to remove the Microsoft account from my laptop and switch to a local account instead. I'm concerned about the implications of this change, especially regarding data access, synchronization, and any potential impact on the functionality of my applications.Screen goes black unexpectedly some times when using Facebook or Instagram.
Hi, I’ve had a problem for a few months now with my my main laptop. When I’m logged in Facebook or Instagram the screen blacks out at times (not in the sense of powering down, the screen goes black for no apparent reason), by scrolling up or down I usually get an image back. It happens unexpectedly, and sometimes watching a you tube the image starts to ‘run’ in and out of the frame. I’ve also noticed that rebooting the computer fixes this annoyng behavior, although it does not happen systematically. I wonder whether anyone has an explanation and a a permanent solution for this. My laptop is about 2 years old and a fairly powerful one. Thanks in advance.
FTA Shell verb limitations because reserved for system use
In packaging a traditional application, it sets up file type association verbs for a number of file types, including png and ttf. The manifest validates and package creates just fine. When you attempt to install the package, the desktop appinstaller fails during installation with the message: App installation failed with error message: AppXManifest.xml(line,col😞 error 0x80080204: Cannot register the XXX package because the '.ttf' file type association is reserved for system use. (0x80080204). Here is the portion of the AppXManifest file: <uap3:ExtensionCategory="windows.fileTypeAssociation"> <uap3:FileTypeAssociationName="ttf"> <uap:SupportedFileTypes> <uap:FileType>.ttf</uap:FileType> </uap:SupportedFileTypes> <uap2:SupportedVerbs> <uap3:VerbId="open"uap7:Default="false"Parameters=""%1"">open</uap3:Verb> </uap2:SupportedVerbs> </uap3:FileTypeAssociation> </uap3:Extension> The ttf fta is defined in the base OS under the HKLM\Software\Classes\SystemFileAssociations key, but so are a lot of others, including png. Can you please define the list of restricted ftas?This is necessary for third-party tooling to ensure good packages are being generated.
Deployment Win11 on OEM Licence
Hello, does anyone know which Licence i need for Installing an Win 11 iso and Deploy it with MDT / WDS Creating is Free i think. The Pcs we buy have an installed Win 11 Pro for example Lenovo ThinkCentre so they have an OEM Version of Win 11 and i want to Deploy our own Win 11 Pro with Pre Installed Software. Is this included in the Win 11 Pro Version or do i need Win 11 SA or a System Builder Licence? Do i just need one Licence or for each Device one? i hope someone can help me with this Question.MSIX Desktop Shortcuts working on Windows 11, but not on Windows 10
Hello, I'm using the latest version of MSIX packaging tool 1.2024.405.0 and I have Windows AppRuntime 1.4.x installed on both OS versions. While using Windows 11 23H2 I can launch the application by using the desktop shortcut and the start menu icon as well, but while using Windows 10 22H2 is working only if I use the start menu icon. I know that I can use PSF fixup to make it work, but why? Shouldn't this work natively? What am I missing? Thank you, Bogdan
Looking to get a new Laptop PC, looking for advice, opinions, help
I first want to start by saying If my question is not allowed on this site/forum please let me know. If it is I would like to mention that I am NOT a techy person so please try to be detailed or explain your responses as best you can as to why or why not i should or should have something. For reference my current laptop, which is still working and has been a good laptop for the last 8.5 years, yes 8.5 years. It is a Inspiron 15 7559 Windows 10. It was my first laptop and at the time I got it, it was a gift that I was able to spend a bit of money on at the time, fast forward to today I don't want a cheap computer or notebook however i want a decent one that can hold up (fingers crossed) like my current one has. With MS support for Windows 10 coming to an end; the age of my computer and with a new President/ tariff's happening in a few months I thought it would be wise to check in to getting a new laptop before the prices likely with majorly increase as my 8 year old might not last another 4 years. So that being said looking for recommendations for a good/decent laptop (most of my PC's have been Dell or HP), I'm NOT a gamer, although my current laptop i believe is a gaming computer, I will likely just do browsing, social media, some office work and most likely be scanning and editing home videos and photographs. Again I don't want a cheap computer, but I'd like to stay UNDER 2000k if possible
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