CFCS STUG WinSIG Meeting 2024 08 11
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The Central Florida Computer Society and The Sarasota Technology User Group monthly meeting was held August 11, 2024. Here are some of the items covered:
The meeting covered various Windows 11 updates and features, including changes to the Start menu, taskbar, and File Explorer in the upcoming 24H2 release expected around September/October.
There was discussion about BitLocker encryption, its default status on Windows 11, and how to find or disable the BitLocker recovery key through one's Microsoft account.
New AI features were highlighted, including AI-powered summaries in Bing search results and AI editing capabilities in Microsoft Photos for removing objects from images.
The group discussed Windows security settings, including how to control app permissions, manage notifications, and the importance of protecting devices with passcodes.
There were mentions of useful Windows features like Phone Link for connecting Android phones to Windows PCs, and the Microsoft Store for downloading and updating applications.
The items scheduled were:
Microsoft quietly installing KB5001716 Windows 11/10 update for the good of your PC
Microsoft's latest SNAFU sees July security update throwing Windows users into BitLocker recovery mode
July 25, 2024 KB5040527
Huge Windows 11 2024 Update preview is overflowing with new features
How to change what Windows does when you plug in a flash drive
14 must-know Windows 11 security and privacy settings
Windows 11 Is Adding Your Android Phone to File Explorer
Windows 11 users are finally getting back more control over mouse settings
20 smart tweaks that make Windows 11 more productive
Microsoft is adding AI-powered summaries to Bing search results
Microsoft Photos introduces even more AI editing capabilities with Microsoft Designer
10 PowerToys you should use on Windows
Google Won't Fully Ditch Third-Party Cookies in Chrome After All
Microsoft 365 tips & tricks for beginners in 2024
Why I Still Prefer the Word Desktop App to the Online Version
Web browsers: A field guide
How the Supreme Court's Chevron ruling could doom net neutrality