If you have disabled driver updates from Windows Update, then you will need to download and install the drivers manually. We will provide the download links to the latest update at the end of this article. Since Intel processors and motherboards are mostly used by laptop manufacturers, it’s important to install the updated drivers. Let’s go through some of the changelogs and then we’ll discuss how to download and install the latest version of Intel drivers....

The company has now released the same update, with the same improvements, to the stable channel for Windows 11. However, the build of the OS is now upgraded to 22000.348 after installing this update. This post gives a tutorial on how to install the update via Windows Update and also provides a direct download link. Fixes and Improvements KB5007262 fixes a plethora of issues with the operating system. Some of the most significant ones are associated with File Explorer, Windows PowerShell, and Hyper-V....

Why is .NET Framework 3.5 important? While the latest version of may be .NET Framework 4.5.2 which comes pre-installed in Windows 8.1, there is always a need for the earlier version of the framework which is necessary to run applications requiring the version 3.5 or earlier specifically. Version 3.5 can also be installed along side version 4 or above. This is why it’s important to have .NET Framework 3.5 installed on your system for older applications to work properly....

You can add multiple languages to Windows 10 and change the display language on the fly using the language toolbar. This is useful for systems which are used by multiple users who prefer different languages. Please note that not all language packs support all display items. Some languages may only support a small set of text to be translated while the other text remains in the default language. If you want to use Windows 10 in a specific language fully, you should download and install Windows 10 in that specific language....

The notifications system can be turned off completely in Windows 10 but it is counter-productive as no app will be able to send alerts for your review. If a notification appears on your Desktop, you can simply click on the right-arrow on the notification pop-up to dismiss it. The notification is dismissed from the Desktop but you can still see it in the action center (Windows key + A). If you are using a touch-enabled device, swiping the notification will dismiss it....

They have now republished the same update. But this time, they included another fix that upgrades the operating system’s build as well. Installing KB5007253 will now upgrade your build to 19044.1381 if you are on Windows 10 version 21H2, and build 19043.1381 on Windows 10 version 21H1. You can check your Windows version and build by typing in winver in Run. Improvements and Fixes Installing this update will implement all previous updates and fixes in KB5007253 except for the new addition....

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....

In Windows 10, you can find these tools in the Control Panel under the heading “Administrative tools” inside System and Security. However, in Windows 11, these are found under the heading “Windows tools” inside System and Security. That said, you can access these tools in various ways, and not only through the legacy Control Panel. In this article, we are going to discuss the different administrative tools you come across in Windows 11, and how you can open them....

This update is going to be the last one for Windows 10 v2004 as it is going out of servicing. Since KB5008212 is a “cumulative” update, it includes only one new security update which is applicable to all 4 versions mentioned, but also includes all previous non-security updates released over the months. The table below indicates your updated OS build number after installing KB5008212:Update KBWindows 10 versionUpdated OS BuildKB500821221H219044.1415KB500821221H119043.1415KB500821220H219042.1415KB5008212200419041.1415Updated OS build number You can check your Windows 10 version and build number by typing in winver in Run....

Moreover, a new checkbox is also being added to the Optimize Drives page found in the Settings application, which will also be available for the system’s hidden volumes.Windows version after installing the new Preview build Continue through this article to learn more about the recent release. What’s new in Windows 10 Preview Build 20241 New theme-aware splash screen for UWP applications The splash screen is the window that appears for a little while when an app is loading upon launch in Windows....

Since the Dev channel is now receiving flights from the RS_PRERELEASE again, it now receives more builds as compared to the other channels. You don’t need to worry if you don’t want a new build right now, as this update will only be installed if you manually allow it. Let us now discuss what fixes this build brings, and whether or not there are any issues with it that Microsoft still needs to address....

Microsoft has now rolled out the animated icons in the Settings application which previously had to be enabled via a tweak. Moreover, they have reintroduced the tablet-optimized taskbar for the supported devices. Additionally, the system tray icons have been updated to be more in tune with Windows 11 UI. Let us take a look at these new features as well as the fixes introduced with this flight in detail....

Express your creativity, find inspiration and make smarter home design choices using simple drag and drop with the free interior design software tools. Internet connectivity has made them powerful with extensive catalogs available 24/7 , which are constantly being updated with the latest design of items. We have listed down some popular home designing tools. Auto Desk HomeStyler Auto Desk HomeStyler allows you to create your home designs in 3-D for free....

There are 6 ways you can change your user account type to an administrative account, and vice versa, in Windows 11. This will allow you to control which user accounts have the authority to make changes to your machine, and which don’t. You can also change your account type from standard to administrator if you experience a lot of User Account Control (UAC) prompts, such as the one below:UAC Prompt...

According to Microsoft, Internet Explorer 11 will be released as a high priority update through Windows Update in Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2. If you don’t want to install Internet Explorer 11 in your Windows 7 for whatever reason, you can make use of the Internet Explorer 11 blocker toolkit for this purpose.Block Automatic Installation Of Internet Explorer 11 In Windows 7 Internet Explorer 11 blocker toolkit Microsoft has released an IE11 blocker toolkit for people who don’t want to upgrade their Internet Explorer installations....

Chrome 88 also removes some of the features available until Chrome 87. This includes deprecated FTP support, removal of Flash Player from the browser completely, end of legacy browser add-ons, etc. Chrome 88 now has a more friendly interface as Google has introduced a new experimental feature to the stable release. The feature has reduced the size of any prompt and made it less intrusive on the screen. Google has addressed a total of 36 security vulnerabilities, out of which 1 is critical and 9 are deemed to be of high importance....

You can install Windows 11 on your computer in many ways. However, there are certain prerequisites that must be met before Windows 11 can be successfully installed. The system hardware should meet certain minimum requirements before Windows 11 can be installed on your device. See if your PC meets the Windows 11 minimum system requirements The following guide details the steps required to install Windows 11 on your PC step-by-step....

The SafeSearch feature is enabled by default on a Windows PC. However, lately, some users have been reporting that they are unable to turn it off and instead see the following message when trying to disable it: In some geographical locations, people also see the following message: If you are of legal age, then you should be able to disable SafeSearch at your convenience. If you wish to disable it, this article is for you....

The process of adding new updates or features to a pre-existing Windows setup media is known as Slipstreaming. Using this method, you can keep your existing ISO images updated with the required language packs. Learn how to add Windows Cumulative Updates to existing ISO images. Before we begin, it would be helpful to understand the types of language packs Microsoft offers for Windows. Add Language Packs to existing Windows ISO media Adding language packs to existing ISO images is a step-by-step process....

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....