Windows 11’s November update is now rolling out, moving the redesigned Start menu out of preview and adding a clearer battery ...

Microsoft has released the Windows 11 2025 Patch Tuesday update (KB5068861) with a redesigned Start menu, battery icons, and ...

Well, it's that time of the month again. Patch Tuesday has come around, and we've got a bunch of Windows 11 features to check out. It's also a little sparse in content, because this is the first Patch ...

The November 2025 Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 mark the rollout of a redesigned Start Menu with a responsive layout ...

It may be a surprise to some to learn that the Windows Start menu isn’t just a static thing. In fact, you can customize it ...

This guide covers four top Windows 11 Start menu replacement apps: Start11, StartAllBack, Open Shell Menu, and Flow Launcher. These apps offer a range of customization options, from classic layouts to ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The Start menu is usually at the heart of everything you do on ...

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The Microsoft Windows Start Menu issue caused by a buggy Microsoft Defender update has now been fixed. Some users were surprised when the Start Menu, taskbar, and app shortcuts vanished into thin air.

Windows 11 is now three years old, and over the years there have been several major updates that have both added new features and changed the look and feel. It’s easy to miss out on all the smart ...

Update January 24: Microsoft has confirmed the issue behind Windows Start Menu's unresponsiveness and app launching problems. More info on possible workarounds is available HERE. Microsoft is ...