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The Windows 11 conversation here is mostly practical and systems-focused: people discuss running Windows 11 Pro on ARM in virtualization (VMware on macOS), alongside broader Windows 11 ecosystem topics like device management, compatibility, and security controversies. Several headlines also reference older Windows issues and oddities, but they’re being used to illustrate current troubleshooting and platform behavior.

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Key Takeaway If you’re adopting Windows 11 in nonstandard setups (like ARM virtualization), expect real-world playback/compatibility issues and plan around them.
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If you’re adopting Windows 11 in nonstandard setups (like ARM virtualization), expect real-world playback/compatibility issues and plan around them.

The Windows 11 conversation here is mostly practical and systems-focused: people discuss running Windows 11 Pro on ARM in virtualization (VMware on macOS), alongside broader Windows 11 ecosystem topics like device management, compatibility, and security controversies. Several headlines also reference older Windows issues and oddities, but they’re being used to illustrate current troubleshooting and platform behavior.

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  • ● Device management — What MDM solution are you using for Windows device management in 2026? r/software

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TechSpot · 14m ago
Windows Secure Boot certificates set to expire in June – here's what it means for your PC
Tom's Hardware · 1h ago
AMD leaves Linux FPGA users in the lurch with controversial Vivado licensing update — new tier model restricts future free versions to Windows
minicor.com · 2h ago
Launch HN: Minicor (YC P26) – Windows desktop automations at scale
XDA-Developers · 2h ago
Windows 11's new Start menu does things the old one never could — it actually saves time
r/software · 2h ago
I built a lightweight, open-source desktop organizer for Windows with zero telemetry.

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VM setup Windows 11 Pro ARM running in VMware Fusion Pro on macOS
Playback issue report Video playback problems reported, with only 4MB of VRAM referenced
Security headline GitHub reportedly banned a researcher after threats tied to Windows zero-days

What to Watch

  • Follow VMware Fusion Pro updates and Windows 11 ARM guest support notes for fixes to reported video playback issues. r/vmware
  • Monitor GitHub/security community discussions on Windows zero-day handling and platform enforcement actions. forum.level1techs.com
  • Revisit Microsoft Windows device management tooling trends for 2026 MDM approaches for Windows deployments. forum.level1techs.com

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  • Windows Secure Boot certificates set to expire in June – here's what it means for your PC TechSpot
  • AMD leaves Linux FPGA users in the lurch with controversial Vivado licensing update — new tier model restricts future free versions to Windows Tom's Hardware
  • [USA-GA] [H] PayPal / Local Cash [W] Windows Laptop r/hardwareswap
  • Launch HN: Minicor (YC P26) – Windows desktop automations at scale minicor.com
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+2 more In Windows 11, all shortcuts open normally, but the window disappears automatically. Right-clicking to view properties causes two windows to pop up and makes File Explorer freeze. LTSC Version of Windows 11, I've been trying it. Not bad
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Windows 11 LTSC update issue

Does anyone know where i can get a legit license key for Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC Evaluation?

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Microsoft testing adjustable taskbar, Start menu in Windows 11

Microsoft testing adjustable taskbar, Start menu in Windows 11

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Windows 11 brings back much-missed taskbar options

Windows 11 brings back much-missed taskbar options

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Microsoft admits Windows 11's dedicated Copilot key breaks certain workflows

Microsoft admits Windows 11's dedicated Copilot key breaks certain workflows

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Microsoft Exchange, Windows 11 hacked on second day of Pwn2Own

Microsoft Exchange, Windows 11 hacked on second day of Pwn2Own

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