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Windows location service persistently reports weird incorrect location

Andrey_TT — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:07:37 GMT

Since approximately March-April 2026 My Windows 11 Pro x64 started reporting strange and incorrect location information to applications that request it, primarily web browsers. I'm located in San Francisco Bay Area, California, but every web site that relies on location information (Google Maps, Bing Maps, Starbucks etc.) stubbornly places me at location 44.97320223006452, -93.35278344048427 in Minneapolis (Golden Valley, MN to be precise)

What is that location? And why has this started happening?

My default location in Windows 11 settings is also specified correctly, i.e. it contains my correct address in California. However, this has no effect on the above strange behavior. The computer in question is a desktop with no WiFi capabilities, just an Ethernet connection.

Another Windows 10 Pro x64 desktop computer on the same LAN (also Ethernet connection) has no such problems. Windows 10 on that machine is locating itself properly.

Various "where am I" web sites that determine my location by my external IP address also work correctly even on the problematic Windows 11 computer, i.e. they correctly place me in California. However, everything that works through Windows Location on that machine places me in Minneapolis. What gives?

Windows 11 Insider Preview Feature Update (26220.8544) Error de instalación: 0xc1900101

ortizpinedam34 — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:42:45 GMT

Cuando pide reiniciar para actualizar la instalación de la actualización, sale este menú, entorno de Recuperación de Windows (Windows Recovery Environment - WinRE), por favor guienme a solucionar este error

Official Complaint: Broken Mandatory Update & Incompetent Tech Support

QueenOfKeysReema — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:55:35 GMT

Hello Microsoft Community,

I am writing to express my deep frustration with the latest mandatory Windows updates and the shocking incompetence of the tech support agent who handled my case.

The update broke my system entirely—breaking the Start Menu, Settings, and messing up my screen reader (NVDA). When I reached out to tech support, the experience was a disaster:

1. The agent suggested creating a "Restore Point" while the system GUI was already completely corrupted and broken!

2. Worse, the agent didn't even know how to type a basic command in CMD, typing "Onlime" with an "M" instead of "Online" with an "N"!

As a software developer, I had to fix Microsoft's mess myself using the "sfc /scannow" command, which successfully repaired the corrupt files after your support staff failed. Where are Satya Nadella's promises about accessibility when mandatory updates break our systems and support agents can't even spell basic CLI commands?

Microsoft needs to respect its users and properly train its technical support staff. I have attached the screenshot as clear evidence of this incompetence.

BiDi broke in Windows 11

helzayat — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:27:17 GMT

After years of no-problem Arabic in both Windows 10 and 11, Arabic text is now being displayed left-to-right in command prompt, Windows PowerShell and PowerShell 7.6.2 (I've removed Windows Terminal to simplify things).
In PowerShell ISE, in Konsole (windows .exe build) and all apps (Notepad, Office, Notepad ++, etc.) Arabic is displayed correctly right-to-left. In the Windows shells the letters are shaped and joined correctly but display left to right.

. If I copy Arabic text from one of the misbehaving shells and paste it into a browser, Notepad, Konsole, etc. it displays correctly. I've tried changing fonts, changing code pages, checking registry entries and even an in-place reinstall of Windows, all to no avail.
Anybody have any ideas?

NOT ABLE TO UPDATE THIS - Windows 11 Insider Preview Quality Update (26300.8553)

CAHARSHAD01 — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:07:30 GMT

NOT ABLE TO UPDATE THIS - Windows 11 Insider Preview Quality Update (26300.8553)-THIS ERROR APPEARS-Install error - 0x800736b3

How to add more icons in here?

peppazix — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:57:03 GMT

From Windows 11 to Linux, need help!

Vanessasza — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:47:25 GMT

Recently, I built a new computer with two hard drives: one for the Windows system (which stores approximately 3 games from the Steam library, as these games do not support Linux), and the other for my Linux gaming system. Previously, I used Bazzite to play indie games on my old computer, and my partner and I could collaborate. But recently, when running Garuda, after moving from a small SATA SSD to the new NVMe solid-state drive, I encountered problems. So I switched to CachyOS Plasma.

Need help!

Thanks.

It's time to get a new PC and install Windows 11.

JosephineSo — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:41:50 GMT

I'm considering upgrading to a new PC and planning to install Windows 11, but I want to make sure it's the right move for my needs. I'm looking for advice on whether Windows 11 will run smoothly on a new machine, what to expect in terms of performance and compatibility, and if there are any common issues I should be aware of before making the switch.

My Windows 11 Cannot connect to the internet

Milliean — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:36:17 GMT

My computer suddenly cannot connect to the internet, even though other devices on the same network are working fine. I have already tried restarting my PC and router, but the issue persists, and I keep getting a "No Internet Access" or "Connected, No Internet" message in the taskbar.

Windows 11 finally adds an uninstall button for AI models

Vivianie — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:13:06 GMT

How was your experience?

When Windows 11 truly becomes outstanding

PeterKico — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:08:44 GMT

Windows XP (2001)'s Microsoft Registeration is optional, unlike now.

PC requires deep power cycling to turn on after being turned off for a few hpurs

Luciasvb — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:34:04 GMT

Hello I would like to ask what could be possible suspects (faulty cmos/or psu, or my Bios needs some fixing) regarding the issues with my PC....

Everytime its turned off for a few hours, I have to press the power button for a couple of seconds (deep power cycling) in order to turn it on again.

Initially my GPU gave out and I did some **bleep** to the Bios and tried to remove old GPU's drivers using the DDU... and after that Ive had problems with this like ghost boots and boot loops.

We did some fixing like trying to reset the Bios to its default state and removing all of the installed games and anti cheat, but this new problem seems to keep happening.

Why CPU clock speed weirdness on Windows PC

Lachlaniw — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:30:22 GMT

I am experiencing strange behavior with my CPU clock speed on my Windows PC, where it fluctuates unexpectedly or appears to be stuck at very high or very low speeds without any apparent reason. This inconsistent clock speed is causing performance issues and making it difficult to determine whether my system is running optimally, and I am unsure what is causing this weirdness or how to fix it.

I CANNOT get windows installed. Why?

Mariadui — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:27:52 GMT

I feel like I've tried every possible solution. I've been struggling for a full 12 hours, formatting the USB drive, re-downloading the Windows system about 8 to 10 times. I used Rufus, tried Windows 10, and even paid for a stupid third-party service to convert my MDR to something like GPT. I'm really very frustrated and don't know what to do.

I can start it, but every time I encounter this error! (The installation program does not support configuring USB or IEEE 1394 ports) Please help me, I'm at my wit's end now.

Windows 11 25h2 ISO download for making an offline installer

Amiasop — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:49:23 GMT

Need to repair a Windows 11 PC and want to create an offline installer for Windows 11 25H2 and the official ISO would be the way to go.

The goal is to have a clean, legitimate copy that can be used to make a bootable USB drive or DVD for fresh installs on machines without a reliable internet connection. Microsoft's official download page is the obvious first stop, but it's not always clear whether 25H2 is available there yet or whether the Media Creation Tool is the better route.

Would love to know the safest and most straightforward way to download the official Windows 11 25h2 ISO offline installer?

Thanks in advance!

Best AI Object Remover for Windows 11: Automatically Remove Unwanted Objects from Photos

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:40:25 GMT

Looking for the best AI tool to remove unwanted objects from photos on Windows 11? Discover powerful AI-powered photo editors that can automatically erase people, backgrounds, text, watermarks, and distracting elements with just a few clicks. Compare the top object removal software for Windows 11 based on accuracy, ease of use, speed, and image quality to find the perfect solution for your photo editing needs.

What is the best version for Windows 10 ?

W-wesley — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:37:30 GMT

I'm trying to figure out what the best version of Windows 10 is to use for daily tasks and overall stability. With so many updates and editions available, I want to know which version offers the most reliable performance, security, and compatibility with common software without sacrificing features or causing issues.

The best ai to remove object from photo automatically on Windows 11

Jakarimom — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:38:16 GMT

Recently, photo cleanup has become a regular need asked by my parents for old photos, and a reliable AI-powered tool that can automatically remove unwanted objects would make a huge difference.

The ideal solution would handle things like removing people, signs, or background clutter with minimal manual effort — ideally with results that look natural rather than patchy. A Windows 11 desktop app would be preferred if it was good to remove object from photo automatically, though a solid browser-based tool works too. Free or affordable options are great, but paid is on the table if the quality justifies it.

Bing suggests a few free ai tools, but it's hard to judge quality without real-world experience. Would love to hear from anyone who uses these regularly — what actually produces clean, convincing results and what falls short?

I want upgrade to Windows 10, A secure method is needed！

Ronanfu — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:34:31 GMT

I am planning to upgrade my computer to Windows 10 and want to ensure the process is done securely to avoid any data loss or security issues. Could someone please advise me on the safest method to upgrade, including any precautions I should take beforehand and the recommended steps to follow for a smooth and secure installation?

How do i read kindle books on Windows 10 PC?

Alorariu — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:30:16 GMT

I want to know how to read Kindle books on my Windows 10 PC because I prefer using my computer instead of a Kindle device. Can someone guide me through the steps to access and read Kindle books on Windows 10, including any necessary apps or software I need to install?