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Update KB3001652 re-released, KB3013455 has still issues, KB2920732 for PowerPoint 2013 has been pulled
Update KB3001652 released and pulled February 10 2015 has been re-released this night. But KB2920732 for PowerPoint 2013 has been pulled – and update KB3013455 has font rendering problems and there is still no solution. Here is a short brush … Continue reading
MS February patchday issues
February 2 2015 Microsoft has published several updates for Windows and other software. Unfortunately some of these patches causes damages in Windows. Here is a short overview, what I know so far.
Warning: Do not install MS update KB 3001652
[German]Today (February 2 2015) is Microsoft Patchday – and Update KB3001652 Visual Studio 2010 Tools for Office Runtime is causing serious issues under Windows 8.1. It does not install and several users reporting a system lockup.
Create Windows To Go from any Windows 8/8.1/10 using Rufus
Creating a Windows To Go setup on a USB thumb drive is restricted to Windows Enterprise. But it's possible, to use any version of Windows 8/8.1/10 and convert it to a Windows To Go setup using Rufus. I've tested it … Continue reading
Unified Windows 10 store: Preview as Web version available
It has been announced a while ago: Microsoft intends to unify Windows App Store and Windows Phone App Store as an "Universal App Store". Now a web version of this unified store is available.
Why ISL Online: Critical factors when choosing a remote desktop solution
[Sponsored Post]In the rapidly evolving IT world, choosing the right remote desktop software is critical for organizations that value security, ease of use and reliability. One provider of secure remote access that has been on the market since 2001 is ISL Online, which presents some considerations for choosing such software below. More ...
New Raspberry Pi 2 Modell B – it’s Windows 10 capable
[German]Raspberry Pi-Foundation just announced a new model of its single board computer Raspberry Pi. And the sensation: The Raspberry Pi 2 model B will also be Windows 10 capable.
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January firmware updates for Microsoft’s Surface Pro family
During January 2015 patchday Microsoft has also provided new firmware updates for Microsoft Surface Pro, Surface Pro 2 and Surface Pro 3. The updates addressing bugs and connectivity issues with SP3.
Google reveals third Windows 7/8.1 zero-day vulnerability
Google has revealed this month another unpatched zero-day vulnerability in Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. This is the third time, Google refuses Microsoft's call for a more flexible vulnerability disclosure deadline.
Windows 8.1 as a Miracast receiver (AirServer Universal 3.0.26)
AirServer Universal can turn a Windows 8.1 machine into a Miracast receiver. I wrote about that in my article Your Windows 8.1 machine as a Miracast receiver. But within my earlier tests, I've had some issues. Today I gave AirServer … Continue reading
Official source for Surface recovery image downloads
Microsoft provides an official download source for Microsoft Surface recovery images. So, if your Windows 8.1 recovery or restore function becomes corrupt, there is a way, to recover from this issue.