Articles from January 2026
Browse all Windows news articles published in January 2026
Notepad's AI & Markdown Revolution: What Windows Insiders Need to Know
Microsoft has quietly expanded Notepad's capabilities in a significant update for Windows Insiders, transforming the venerable text editor into a surprisingly capable tool for modern workflows. The...
CISA KEV Adds Cisco UC Vulnerability: Critical Patch for CVE-2026-20045
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has escalated a critical vulnerability in Cisco's Unified Communications (UC) portfolio by adding CVE-2026-20045 to its Known Exploited...
Unreal Engine 5 powers inXile's time-altering steampunk RPG Clockwork Revolution for Windows
When Brian Fargo, the legendary RPG developer behind classics like Wasteland and The Bard's Tale, describes a game as his studio's "most ambitious title, probably by a factor of 10," Windows gamers...
Wiping a Windows PC for handoff: Microsoft tools alone may leave recoverable data.
When it's time to pass along a Windows PC—whether selling, donating, or recycling—properly wiping the device is crucial for both privacy protection and ensuring a smooth experience for the next...
Diagnose PC Slowdowns: Fix Friction from Background Apps & Full Drives
Computers don't slow down by magic — they accumulate friction over time through background services, cloud syncs, bloated browsers, full drives, and outdated drivers that quietly steal...
Notepad & Paint Get AI Features in Windows Insider Builds: What's New
Microsoft has quietly rolled out AI-powered updates to two of Windows' most iconic applications—Notepad and Paint—in the latest Windows Insider Canary and Dev Channel builds. These updates...
Patch now: Windows Admin Center flaw let local admins bypass Azure SSO cloud access
Microsoft has addressed a critical security vulnerability in Windows Admin Center's Azure Active Directory Single Sign-On integration that could allow local administrators to bypass cloud-based...
GPD Win 5 Strix Halo Gets Official Bazzite Linux Support: Windows Alternative Emerges
The handheld PC gaming landscape is experiencing a significant software shift as GPD's upcoming Win 5 "Strix Halo" device gains official support for Bazzite OS, a Linux-based gaming distribution that...
Windows 11 KB5074109 Update Causes Cloud App Crashes, Microsoft Issues Workarounds
Windows 11 users are experiencing significant disruptions following the January 13, 2026 cumulative update KB5074109, which has introduced a regression causing cloud storage applications to become...
14 Practical Copilot Prompts to Supercharge Your Microsoft 365 Workflow
The initial excitement surrounding AI has settled into the daily reality of the blank prompt box. Yet, the difference between a frustrating Copilot session that yields little and one that saves hours...
Third-Party ISP Routing Failure Cuts Microsoft 365 Access for Millions Jan 21
On January 21, 2026, Microsoft's cloud productivity ecosystem experienced a significant disruption that impacted millions of users globally during peak U.S. business hours. The outage affected core...
Geopolitics Reshapes Data Centers: Sovereign Cloud, Supply Chains & Windows Infrastructure
When a sector’s wiring runs across continents and under oceans, a single act of geopolitics can ripple from the diplomatic backrooms to the redundant power feeds under your office floor—and the...