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This is KB5015878 which is applicable to Windows 10 versions 21H2, 21H1, and 20H2 (Enterprise & Education editions only). Installing this update will upgrade the operating system’s build to 19044.1865, 19043.1865, and 19042.1865, respectively. Note that this is a “Type D” cumulative update, which is released in the 4th week of the month. This means that it needs to be manually installed via Windows Update or through a standalone installation file....

It can be a huge loss for any business if its sensitive data is compromised or lost accidentally or maliciously. While there is always a need for backing up everything that a business needs (with mechanisms of data recovery), data protection solution is another important aspect for business continuity. DLP refers to strategy businesses and organizations use to ensure critical data, intellectual property, and information does not end outside the corporate walls....

The Windows operating system comes with its own integrated display calibration tool known as “Display Color Calibration,” using which an end-user can calibrate all of their monitors to obtain colors as accurate as the real ones, and even have the same color output across the different display devices. However, in this post, we are going to discuss several online tools that you can use to calibrate the different settings of your display....

This article discussed the differences in the kinds of cloud-related terms so that you can distinguish among them when making a selection of the type of plan which suits your needs best. Cloud backup Cloud backup is where a user keeps a copy of their data on a server that is available over the Internet. The primary function of the backup is to keep your data secure in case something were to happen to the original one....

Today, we are going to be talking about the PhoneExperienceHost.exe process. Below you’ll find information on what it is, how to check its legitimacy, and how to disable it if it’s consuming your system resources which could be used elsewhere. What is PhoneExperienceHost.exe Process in Windows The Windows operating system already has a lot of services and processes running in the background simply to boot it up, and we do not need unnecessary apps and bloatware piling onto it....

With optimized 3D rendering and extreme attention to detail, modern video gaming has become quite impressive. There are tons of games out there that blur the lines between realities when it comes to graphics. However, having the latest equipment and all sorts of advanced tech is a must to enjoy top-notch games like Assassin’s Creed or Red Dead Redemption 2. What is Vsync? VSync is quite useful when it comes to accommodating the visuals of bestseller games out there that require computer systems with relatively higher specifications....

KB5010414 is now available to download and install on Windows 11 Insider channels, which will upgrade the operating system’s build to 22000.526. This update brings new features, as well as other fixes and improvements to the OS. With that, there are currently no known issues with this release, which makes it safe for you you upgrade to. Continue reading this post to learn about the new features and improvements in this flight and how you can install it....

Optional updates can also be referred to as preview updates, as they are yet to be finalized by Microsoft based on user feedback. If there are issues, Microsoft will resolve them before the next month’s “Patch Tuesday” updates and then officially release the update across all Windows 11 devices. Moreover, KB5014668 was pretested in the Insider channel earlier on as well, but the build was 22000.776. It seems that Microsoft has now made an iteration to the same update and released it to the stable channel....

If you have recently updated OneDrive and are having issue like high CPU usage which can slow down the system considerably, you should look in your task manager if OneDriveSetup.exe is the culprit or not. There might be chances that your OneDrive app using high CPU resources and slowing down your system. The process of OneDriveSetup.exe is hogging the CPU for hours. The reason behind this issue can be due to an incomplete installation of OneDrive app or due to the large amount of data which you have to sync....

In CMD, there are times when the user must run multiple commands simultaneously. The following are some situations in which you might find yourself, and each of them will be discussed in turn. Run multiple commands simultaneouslyRun multiple commands sequentiallyOnly run the next command in the queue if the first executes successfully.Only execute the next command in the queue if the first failed to execute successfully. These are a few use cases that we will address in this article....

The chances of malware and ransomware attack reduces for the folders on which you have enabled the Controlled Folder Access feature. This is a useful feature added by Microsoft for the safety of sensitive data that lies in folders across your system from any attacks, malware, ransomware, or attackers. If you aren’t aware how to enable and use this feature to start protecting your sensitive data by controlling the access of some specific folders of your machine, then let’s walk through some ways that will guide you to make it enable....

Windows Photo Viewer is very simple to use viewer. It can show you a single photo, or all photos of a folder in a slide show. You can directly print photos or via online printing service. Send your photos through email or burn them to disc. If you have upgraded to Windows 10, and do not want to use Photos as the default image viewer, you can either go to the Registry to make Photo Viewer default again (sorry, no easier method) or here I am providing few alternatives of Windows Photo Viewer which are as simple as Windows Photo Viewer....

So what is the LockApp.exe process and what is it used for? This article discusses everything about the process and also covers whether it is a virus or a legitimate Windows process. What is LockApp.exe If you are a regular Windows 10 user, you may be familiar with the screen in the image above. This is the screen a user encounters when they boot up a computer or lock their PC....

This release includes enhancements to the following components of .NET, but is not limited to: ObservabilityStartup timesCodeGenGC regionsNative AOT compilation Furthermore, new features have also been introduced, which are: Native AOTDefault GC regionsASP.NET Core startup time improvements If you are willing to try out the new features, you can download the runtimes, SDKs, and the ASP .NET Core from the direct download links given below for the following operating systems:...

Microsoft has released a stable version of .NET Framework 5.0 last November, and now this update brings a lot more security and stability to the framework. If you are running Windows 10 version 1809 or higher, you will probably have .NET Framework 4.8. You can manually upgrade to .NET Framework 5.0.2 using the download links provided below. Let’s discuss what the new release has to offer, and whether it is worthwhile upgrading....

Admx templates make group policy management easier by installing pre-configured options in the group policy editor. These options can be configured using Windows Registry but it is always safe to use the group policy editor to configure system related options. When you download and install administrative templates for Windows 10 Version 2004, you will see the following additional options added to the “Administrative Templates” sections under both Computer configuration and User configuration....

We would also like to add that Google also released other versions of Chrome 102 with minor updates, meaning their minor version indicators are different. Therefore, you may see a different Chrome version after updating it, such as the following: 102.0.5005.61102.0.5005.62 Chrome 102 includes a total of 32 security fixes out of which 1 is deemed of critical importance, whilst 8 others are considered of high importance. Let us now see what the new features are, and then continue to download and install this Chrome version....

This post discusses what Stereo Mix is, what its actual purpose is, and how to troubleshoot it if you can no longer see it in your Windows Sound settings. What is Realtek Stereo Mix You often see videos of streamers or gamers where you can listen to audio being played on their screen, like inside a game, as well as what they are speaking into a Microphone. How is this done?...

Currently, DirectX 12 Ultimate is the latest and most advanced API technology by Microsoft which promises to give you an overall experience whilst gaming like you have never before. However, simply installing DirectX 12 Ultimate is not sufficient. You need to ensure that your hardware, which is your computer, supports it as well. This article discusses how you can make sure whether your PC supports it, or buy the one that does....

We have other ways for you to get the job done. You can now disable your 2nd and 3rd monitors without unplugging them, using only software. The method to do so may be different depending on whether you have only a 2nd screen attached, or a 3rd one as well. In the case you have a total of 3 screens, do you want to turn off only one of them or 2 of them?...