Microsoft Issues Emergency Patch For Millions Of PCs To Fix These Major Issues

Microsoft's latest security update broke remote access and shutdowns on many Windows PCs, but at least the fix came quickly?
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Microsoft rushes out emergency updates to fix a broken Windows Patch Tuesday

Microsoft rolled out the latest cumulative updates for Windows on January 13, 2026. Soon after installing the patches, users began reporting erratic behavior on both home ...
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Windows 11 bug prevents some PCs from shutting down: Here's how to fix it

Microsoft suggests typing cmd into the Search bar and selecting Command Prompt from the results. Enter shutdown /s /t 0 in ...

Try these steps to fix malfunctions in your laptop's trackpad

Power down the laptop and use a microfiber cloth lightly dampened with water. If it’s really greasy, use a tiny amount of isopropyl alcohol on the cloth (not directly on the laptop). Wipe the pad and ...

I found the best way to run an internet speed test (and use the results for better Wi-Fi)

After a decade of testing PCs, routers, and home networks, I know what causes slow speeds and how to optimize your internet.

6 browsers that can make your old, sluggish PC feel like new again

When you first start QuteBrowser, a help page opens to guide you through using the browser. For example, to open a new page, type "o," hit Enter, type the URL, and hit Enter again. Sites load in the ...