Microsoft's February "Patch Tuesday" for 2026 brings some quality changes to Windows 11, and this is what you need to know.

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The update preview for Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2 brings MIDI 2.0 support and improves cross-device app continuation.

Microsoft releases Windows 11 KB5074105 for Insiders with builds 26100.7701 and 26200.7701, adding Smart App Control ...

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