Windows Weekly (Audio)

WW 949: How Do I Get Back to Windows 7? - Microsoft's Patch Tuesday Update Packs Big Windows 11 Changes

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Sep 11, 2025
Windows 11's latest Patch Tuesday unveils exciting features, including enhancements for Copilot+ PCs. Intel sees new leadership while being critiqued for product reliability. The podcast dives into Atlassian's browser acquisition stirring debate on compatibility. Microsoft’s return-to-office policy raises eyebrows, alongside discussions on cybersecurity concerns. Visual Studio 2026 is highlighted for its new UI and AI capabilities, and the conversation touches on emerging gaming handhelds and the future of portable gaming.
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INSIGHT

Patch Tuesday Is A Major Feature Vehicle

  • Patch Tuesday for Windows 11 delivered a large batch of features that will carry into 25H2.
  • Microsoft is shipping many Insider-tested features broadly via cumulative updates rather than a single OS release.
INSIGHT

Context Menus Are Getting Bloat Back

  • Right-click context menus in Windows 11 are growing again as apps inject actions and AI features.
  • The UI simplification effort is reversing as app actions and AI orchestration expand menus.
ADVICE

Disable Generative AI Actions If Desired

  • Turn off text and image generation in Settings if you don't want generative AI integrated into system actions.
  • Use the Apps → Actions page to customize or disable third-party app actions appearing in menus.
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