Windows 10: Windows 10 Build 19042.630 is now available, download offline installers

As part of Patch Tuesday rollout, Windows 10 is receiving a new batch of cumulative updates. Like always, Microsoft is also offering the direct download links for Windows 10 KB4586781 offline installers via its Update Catalog for those who want to upgrade multiple PCs.

Windows 10 KB4586781 is part of the Patch Tuesday, which is the name given to updates released on the second Tuesday of each month with security fixes. Also, this is a mandatory update and it’ll install automatically unless you freeze the Windows Update Settings.

This month’s update is aimed at both Windows 10 version 20H2 (19042) and version 2004 (19041). If you’re on version 20H2, you’ll get Windows 10 Build 19042.630. Those still running version 2004 will get Windows 10 Build 19041.630.

Here’s what you’ll see when you check for updates in the Settings app:

• 2020-11 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 2004 for x64-based Systems (KB4586781)

Download Links for Windows 10 KB4586781


Windows 10 KB4586781 Direct Download Links: 64-bit and 32-bit (x86).

Windows 10 KB4586781 (Build 19042.630) Full Changelog


Windows 10 Build 19042.630 comes with a long list of improvements if you skipped the last optional update and it also comes with one new feature.

The new feature is Skype’s Meet Now button in the taskbar. After the update, you’ll notice a new video camera icon in the system tray and clicking on the option will launch Skype’s free meeting feature.

With this new taskbar feature, you will be able to easily connect with friends and family using Skype. You don’t have to sign up for Microsoft account or download anything to access the new meeting experience.

According to the changelog, Microsoft has fixed an issue where some devices display nothing on the screen for up to five minutes when you launch Windows 10’s remote desktop session.



Windows 10 KB4586781 also fixed an issue that causes performance issues where some computers stop responding to user inputs. Another bug has been fixed that causes issues when you use Internet Explorer with Group policy preferences or when you navigate untrusted URLs from IE 11.

Microsoft has also acknowledged and patched an issue that causes apps to stop responding without any error.

This mandatory cumulative update also fixes issues with Task Manager, PowerShell, Microsoft Outlook, Remote Desktop Services (RDS), and Dynamic Data Exchange apps.

For businesses, Microsoft says it has mitigated one issue that degrades Windows performance and prevent some services from starting.

Known issues


Microsoft noted that the company is aware of issues with Input Method Editor (IME).

Earlier today, Microsoft confirmed that a bug in Windows 10 version 2004 or newer causes issues with saved passwords. At the time of writing this story, the problem remains unresolved, but it’s unclear if this month’s cumulative update is also affected.

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Windows 10 RTM/Build 10240 now available for Insiders

Insiders in the fast and slow rings are now being distributed the latest Windows 10 RTM (build 10240).

http://blogs.windows.com/bloggingwi...-for-windows-insiders-in-fast-and-slow-rings/

But for those wanting to expedite the upgrade, and/or download the latest build in iso form, it can be downloaded for free from the following link.

http://getintopc.com/softwares/oper...-pro-build-10240-iso-32-64-bit-free-download/

Don't forget to check out the activation steps found here:

Spoiler slmgr /ipk W269N-WFGWX-YVC9B-4J6C9-T83GX
slmgr /skms kms.xspace.in
slmgr /ato

Windows 10 Enterprise - NPPR9-FWDCX-D2C8J-H872K-2YT43B8YKP-D69TJ
Windows 10 Home - TX9XD-98N7V-6WMQ6-BX7FG-H8Q99
Windows 10 Professional - W269N-WFGWX-YVC9B-4J6C9-T83GX

use the key you need for the build and run those lines in cmd to activate

activation
I suggest running those commands as administrator. Just in case.

Enjoy!

 

Microsoft enables offline play for Windows 10 games

Most Windows 10 games will support offline play, but you'll have to work at it.





"Larry Hryb, the man known to the world as Major Nelson, announced on Twittertoday that Microsoft has "made some backend updates to improve your experience playing @Windows 10 games offline." Basically, if you're going to be somewhere that lacks online coverage—on a submarine, for instance—it will still be possible to play your games. But there are some restrictions.

"Most games available in the Store on your Windows 10 device support offline play, but check the details of the game to make sure yours is supported by searching for your game at http://www.xbox.com," the Xbox support site says. "Most games with a campaign mode will be playable offline, but games with network co-op or multiplayer features will not work while you’re offline. While playing offline, some features, such as the ability to purchase additional items from the Windows Store, will not be available. Additionally, any leaderboards will be unavailable while you're offline."

Obviously, online features like buying stuff from in-game stores won't be available when you're offline, but the bit about "games with network co-op or multplayer features" not working while offline really isn't clear. We tested with Gears of War 4 and confirmed that the offline features like campaign and LAN multiplayer worked just fine when disconnected.

There are more caveats, though. You're limited to just one "designated offline device" at a time, and you can only change your designated offline device three times per year. Switching into offline mode isn't all that easy, either. First, you'll need to set your designated offline device:

• Make sure that you’re online.
• Check that your device has the latest Windows updates: Go to Start,Settings, Update and security, and then Windows Update and see if any relevant updates are available.
• Open the Store. You’ll be prompted to sign in if you haven’t already.
• Select the Me icon (this is your profile picture).
• Select Settings, and then under Offline Permissions, make sure that the toggle is set to On.

After that, you'll have to "prepare" your games by launching each one that you want to play offline while you're still online, and logging into your Xbox Live account. This is a bit like launching Steam into Offline mode while you still have an internet connection... but you'll have to prepare each individual Xbox game this way before going offline.

Once you've logged into the game while you're online, you can exit at any time and you'll be set. Of course, if you change your mind and want to play something you haven't properly prepared, you're out of luck.

The upside is that this only affects Windows 10 games, but it still seems wildly complicated and restrictive to me. Worse, while improved functionality is always welcome, I can't see how this does anything but beg for unflattering comparisons with Steam: When I want to play my Steam games offline, I set Steam offline, restart it, and I'm on my way—and I can do it as often as I want. Microsoft's implementation of offline play is an improvement, but only because it wasn't available at all previously. As a step toward becoming more competitive with Steam, though, it falls woefully short."

Microsoft enables offline play for Windows 10 games | PC Gamer

 

Download Windows 10 TH/RS

@Drone : No link for 17134.5?

The April 2018 Update will be available as a free download beginning Monday, April 30.
https://blogs.windows.com/windowsex...-of-your-time-with-the-new-windows-10-update/

According to this link and whether or not these have been Insider Preview Builds as @FordGT90Concept contends, I found this link: [Changelog] What's New in Windows 10 April 2018 Update (Version 1803) - AskVG

Windows 10 Build 10.0.17134 Changelog:​Build 17134 was the 23rd Insider Preview build of Windows 10 released after Fall Creators Update. It was released on April 16, 2018. This new build arrived via new "RS4" (RedStone4) development branch.

• Bug fixes and general improvements