Windows 11 KB5048685 update is breaking Wi-Fi and Start menu
Windows 11 users are facing some problems after installing KB5048685 updateSome reports from users indicate that the Patch Tuesday update has broken Wi-Fi functionality on the computer, and it needs to be reconfigured to get online connectivity back. Some users say that the update will not install on their PC, and they are facing the 0x80070002 error message.
But a more serious problem that users are facing is the Start Menu freezing or not working. This problem appears to be something broader than a Wi-Fi bug. Citrix Software, which makes virtualization apps, has outlined the problem and suggested editing the Windows registry key to resolve the bug. This may be caused by a faulty Microsoft Visual C++ runtime package that includes an outdated DLL file.
Microsoft has yet to acknowledge these problems, let alone fix them. For now, you’ll want to go to the Settings app > System > Recovery > and click the option labeled “Fix problems using Windows Update” to see if it fixes the problems.
Google proposes remedy in antitrust trial
A few months ago, a US federal judge found Google guilty in an antitrust lawsuit filed by the US Justice Department. The world’s number one search engine was accused of creating an illegal monopoly in the market by making exclusive agreements with Apple and other OEMs. The DoJ had proposed several changes, including the forced break-up of Google. This could potentially lead to Chrome being sold to a third party, and even Android being spun off from the Alphabet-owned company.
Google has filed a the solution he proposesI am trying to minimize the damage. The company says that other browser makers should be allowed to deal with OEMs as they wish. It also wants to allow browsers and devices to change the default search engine once a year. Google requested that Android device manufacturers be allowed to pre-install multiple search engines and apps from Google, whether the Search app or Chrome is preloaded. These motions have been filed ahead of the hearing to be held in April 2025.
Apple wants to make a doorbell that has FaceID
bloombergApple’s Mark Gurman says Apple is working on another smart home device, a doorbell that would use FaceID to unlock the door by recognizing the user’s face. FaceID has been widely praised for its strong security. Unlike regular cameras that scan the user’s face, Apple’s facial recognition technology generates an infrared image of the user’s face along with advanced biometric data such as depth information and sophisticated neural networks to authenticate the user’s identity. TrueDepth uses a combination of cameras to do this. , It is available on iPhones and iPads.
Apple’s upcoming doorbell will support third-party smart locks through the HomeKit secure video system. The device is said to be equipped with a secure enclave chip that will process and store biometric data. The device’s camera reportedly has a Proxima chip that supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and uses end-to-end encryption to securely record videos and upload them to iCloud.
Security experts believe AI can be misused by malware
The popularity of Artificial Intelligence has increased over the years, but the use of such tools has also raised questions over the privacy of users. And now, there are concerns about safety. A report The problems that AI-powered tools can create in hiding malware have been highlighted by security experts at Palo Alto Networks.
Threat actors can use services like ChatGPT to rewrite and modify the code to prevent malware from being detected by security solutions, aka antivirus or anti-malware apps. This is not a far-fetched theory, malicious AI-powered tools already exist, and are being used to generate phishing emails and various types of malware.
OpenAI recently revealed that it has blocked 20 malicious networks that were targeting its platform. Research by Palo Alto Networks was successful in creating over 10,000 JavaScript-based malware using generative AI tools. But the scope of the problem is deeper, as machine learning algorithms designed to identify malware can be fooled by disguised code, which would allow them to be flagged as harmless. The outcome may be chaotic, but there is also good news. Such AI-powered techniques can be used to significantly improve detection models.
Report accuses PayPal’s Honey extension of unethical activities
Using honey to save money? Well, apparently the extension for browsers is reportedly harmful to users and the people promoting it. A YouTuber who investigated the add-on claims that the service unethically saves associated cookies on browsers, meaning that when a user attempts to apply a coupon, Honey overwrites the cookies that are stored by other websites. Were saved. This prevented YouTubers or other content creators such as affiliate marketers and other websites from earning commission when a user makes a purchase. Instead of people recommending a product, Honey gets paid for purchases.
Honey, which is owned by PayPal, is also being accused of failing to show users the best discounts, preferring instead to prioritize offers from its partners. This in turn affects users who have to pay more money than they would if alternative coupons worked.
Microsoft 365 will be renamed Microsoft 365 Copilot
Microsoft has big plans for Microsoft 365 Copilot. The app will be rebranded Microsoft 365 Copilot In mid-January 2025, to highlight the importance of its AI tools. But not only this, there will be some major changes in the interface of the app.
The company has announced that the content of the top header will be moved to the lower left toolbar. This toolbar will have options to access profile, settings, comments, etc. A search box will be placed on the home page to allow users to quickly find what they want. The back button is being removed from the app, and users will have to use the app bar on the left to switch pages.
Microsoft has confirmed that it will remove two features from the app, the My Day feature which is used to access the calendar and to-do tasks, and the Help Me Create feature which helps users create documents.
