Microsoft has begun a gradual rollout of the redesigned Windows Insider Program interface to retail versions of Windows 11. Users on standard retail builds will now see updated channel options within the Windows Update settings menu. This transition follows extensive testing within preview channels to ensure the new management interface is stable for general use.

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GL.iNet Comet X KVM Early Review, Teardown and Testing The GL.iNet Comet X GL-RM4PE is a 4-port hardware KVM designed to manage several computers or servers from 1 central device. It connects directly to the HDMI and USB interfaces of up to 4 client systems, allowing the user to switch between them remotely through a […]

Microsoft is coordinating a global rollout of new Secure Boot certificates to replace legacy versions scheduled to expire in mid-2026. This transition ensures that the platform root of trust remains intact for verifying bootloaders and firmware during the startup process. While most modern devices receive these updates automatically via Windows Update, some hardware requires manual firmware intervention from manufacturers.

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Microsoft is testing a significant overhaul of the sound settings interface in Windows 11 to reduce navigation complexity. The update, currently available in the Experimental Preview Channel, consolidates multiple audio controls onto the "All sound devices" page. This change aims to minimize the number of clicks required to manage various input and output hardware.

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Starting in August 2026, Microsoft Edge will ship major updates every two weeks instead of every four weeks. Google Chrome will adopt the same schedule in September 2026. This accelerated cadence affects the Stable channel that most organizations use by default. If you want to avoid the increased update frequency, you can move your browsers to the Extended Stable channel, which retains an eight-week release cycle. This article explains how to configure the channel switch using Group Policy for both browsers.

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Gl.iNet Reveal a Multi-Client KVM Management Device – the Comet X GL.iNet has added the Comet X to its expanding Comet KVM range, with this model taking a more rack-focused approach than the earlier single-system units. Rather than being built around remote access to 1 machine, the Comet X is aimed at users who need […]