Windows 11

Microsoft’s Blue Screen of Death Replaced: Reactions and Remembrance

Microsoft is replacing the iconic “Blue Screen of Death” with a “Black Screen of Death” on its Windows operating system. This change, announced in a recent blog post, streamlines the user experience during unexpected restarts. The new error message will feature condensed text against a black background, offering a percentage of the restart process. This simplified interface will be available later this summer on Windows 11 (version 24H2) devices.

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Microsoft changes course on the controversial Windows 11 feature that constantly takes screenshots of your PC’s screen: Now you’ll have to opt in if you want to use it

Microsoft’s recent debacle with the controversial Windows 11 feature that constantly takes screenshots of your PC’s screen has left many users, including myself, feeling a bit unsettled. The rollercoaster ride of announcing, backlash, and backpedaling on this invasive feature is nothing new when it comes to Microsoft. However, the fact that it was initially planned to be ON by default is alarming to say the least.

Even though Microsoft has now made it opt-in, the question remains – why does this feature even exist in the first place? The potential for exploitation by hackers, spies, or even abusive parties is a major concern.… Continue reading