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Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.899 (21H1) to Beta Channel Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing 21H1 Build 19043.899 (KB5000842) to the Beta Channel for those Insiders who are on 21H1 (Click here for the 21H1 announcement). This update includes the following improvements: We fixed an issue with zoom that occurs when using Microsoft Edge IE Mode on devices that use multiple high-DPI monitors. We enabled administrators to use a Group Policy to enable extended keyboard shortcuts, including Ctrl+S, for users in Microsoft Edge IE Mode. We fixed an issue that prevents the icon for a Toast collection from appearing in the Action Center if the icon file’s URI contains spaces. We fixed an issue that makes high dynamic range (HDR) screens appear much darker than expected. We fixed an issue that causes video playback to be out of sync in [ more… ]

Password pointers for stronger security We all know the feeling of password fatigue. Like when you go to make an online bill payment and can’t remember which combination of your childhood pets, random letters and special characters you chose. This fatigue can lead to some bad decisions. The more passwords you have to remember, the more likely you are to choose bad ones, like p@ssword and 123456. Head over to the Windows Resource Center to learn some ways to better manage your passwords. You’ll find out about stronger passwords, password generators like the one in Microsoft Edge and even using your face – yes your face – as a password. Source: Password pointers for stronger security