Windows 11 May 2026 update: Xbox mode, AI taskbar, and improved security

The May 2026 Windows 11 update adds Xbox mode, AI Taskbar support, and security changes you shouldn't ignore. Here's all you ...

Microsoft’s Xbox mode is now available for all Windows 11 PCs

The Xbox mode aims to bridge the gap between Windows and Xbox consoles. is a senior correspondent and author of Notepad, who ...
Microsoft

What’s new, updated, or recently released in Microsoft Security

Stay ahead of emerging threats with Microsoft’s newest security innovations and updates, delivered through the In the Loop ...

Avoid Security Gaps and Compatibility Issues With a $9.97 Windows 11 Pro Upgrade

At a certain point, sticking with Windows 10 stops being cool and starts becoming a liability. Software compatibility is ...
techworm.net

How To Update Windows Security Signatures Manually On Windows 11/10

Windows Security (formerly Windows Defender) is the built-in antivirus tool bundled with the operating system. It has saved me from malware countless times, and I never install anything else. But an ...
Windows Central

Windows 11’s April update packs 8 (mostly) meaningful improvements you won’t want to skip. Here's what you'll be getting.

Microsoft is expected to begin rolling out the April 2026 Security Update for Windows 11 on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, and in the fourth month of the year, the company is making new features, ...
ZDNet

New out-of-band Windows 11 update fixes March's installation errors - how to get it

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PC World

AI malware threatens Windows 11 security. Traditional antivirus can’t keep up

PCWorld reports that new AI-powered malware like DeepLoad threatens Windows 11 security by using fileless attacks that bypass traditional antivirus software. This fileless malware tricks users into ...
PC World

March’s optional Windows 11 update arrives with a key security feature

PCWorld reports on Microsoft’s optional Windows 11 update KB5079391, which introduces Smart App Control flexibility and support for ultra-high 1,000Hz refresh rate displays. The update matters for ...
Windows Central

How Windows 11 Pro helps you work smarter with built‑in security and AI tools

Windows 11 Pro combines useful built-in security with AI tools to protect your data and streamline how you work every day. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...
Computerworld

A critical Windows security fix puts legacy hardware on borrowed time

Microsoft is finally blocking a long-since retired program that it said led to “abuse and credential theft,” yet remained widely trusted for years. Beginning in April, Redmond will remove trust for ...
ZDNet

My 5-step security checklist for every new Windows PC

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