In June 2021, Microsoft stated that DirectStorage API would be exclusive to Windows 11. As we said in our story, this would have a negative effect on its adoption rate. And it appears we were right as MS has just revealed that Windows 10 will also support DirectStorage. Continue reading Windows 10 will officially support DirectStorage after all
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Microsoft has fixed the recent Windows 10 gaming performance issues
Last month, Microsoft issued an update for Windows 10 that reportedly degraded performance on a number of PC systems. And a few days ago, the company released another update that resolves those gaming performance issues. Continue reading Microsoft has fixed the recent Windows 10 gaming performance issues
Microsoft aims to bring its Xbox “Auto HDR” feature to Windows PC ecosystem
Microsoft has just announced in a recent blog post that the software giant is testing the new “Auto HDR” feature on Windows 10 OS, which works in a similar manner like it does on the latest Xbox Series S and X consoles. Continue reading Microsoft aims to bring its Xbox “Auto HDR” feature to Windows PC ecosystem
Windows 10 finally allows you to change refresh rates in a easier way
Microsoft has implemented a new graphical feature in the latest Update for Windows 10. Windows 10 20H2 now allows gamers to change their monitor refresh rates in an easier way. Instead of using the AMD/NVIDIA control panel (or having to navigate numerous menus), PC gamers can now change their refresh rate from Windows 10’s Display Settings. Continue reading Windows 10 finally allows you to change refresh rates in a easier way
New ‘BootHole’ security Vulnerability revealed, puts millions of systems at risk including Linux & Windows OS
Security researchers at Eclypsium have discovered a new severe vulnerability that affects the bootloader process used by virtually every Linux system in use, and almost every Windows OS PC device using ‘Secure Boot’ with Microsoft’s standard Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) certificate authority. A high-rated security vulnerability found in the Secure Boot function of the majority of laptops, desktops, workstations and servers has been confirmed. Continue reading New ‘BootHole’ security Vulnerability revealed, puts millions of systems at risk including Linux & Windows OS
Windows 10’s latest update bug is breaking internet connectivity on PCs for some users
This news somehow slipped under my radar. It appears that Microsoft has broken another essential feature in its Windows 10 operating system with another problematic update, reports Windows Latest. This appears to be a slightly odd bug in which Windows 10 is showing that there’s no internet connection in the taskbar icon, despite users able to browse the Internet without any problem, since there is a perfectly valid connection. Continue reading Windows 10’s latest update bug is breaking internet connectivity on PCs for some users
Windows 10 OS Process Scheduler can make good use of the ‘hybrid architecture’ of Intel’s Lakefield processors
Intel’s Lakefield processors have been in the market for quite some time. These are industry’s first products with Intel’s Foveros 3D stacking and a hybrid computing architecture. Leveraging Intel’s 10nm process technology and Tremont cores, Lakefield achieves a dramatic reduction in package area over previous generations of technology, offering OEMs more flexibility for thin-and-light form factor PCs while delivering uncompromised Windows 10 experience. Continue reading Windows 10 OS Process Scheduler can make good use of the ‘hybrid architecture’ of Intel’s Lakefield processors
Microsoft releases urgent Windows update to patch two critical security vulnerabilities
Microsoft recently released patches for two serious security vulnerabilities in the Windows 10 codecs library. These fixes are part of unscheduled updates and are mandatory. They address two security flaws with RCE (Remote Code Execution) capabilities. The flaws affect both the Windows 10 client and server versions. Continue reading Microsoft releases urgent Windows update to patch two critical security vulnerabilities
A new Malware strain dubbed as ‘Lucifer’ is affecting most of the Windows PCs, abusing critical vulnerabilities
A new variant of a powerful cryptojacking and DDoS-based malware is exploiting severe vulnerabilities in Windows machines, and affecting them in the process. Dubbed as “Lucifer”, this new malware is part of an active campaign against Windows hosts and uses a variety of ‘exploits’ in the latest wave of attacks, Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 said on their recent blog post. Continue reading A new Malware strain dubbed as ‘Lucifer’ is affecting most of the Windows PCs, abusing critical vulnerabilities
AMD Radeon Adrenalin 2020 Edition 20.5.1 Driver released, adds support to Windows 10 May 2020 Update
AMD has released a brand new driver for its graphics cards. According to the release notes, the AMD Radeon Adrenalin 2020 Edition 20.5.1 driver adds official support to Windows 10 May 2020 Update. Thus, we strongly suggest updating your drivers if you’ve already installed this update. Continue reading AMD Radeon Adrenalin 2020 Edition 20.5.1 Driver released, adds support to Windows 10 May 2020 Update