Adobe Acrobat/Reader Update

 

Adobe is releasing an update with new features and bug fixes for Acrobat and Reader. 

Update or Complete Download

Adobe Acrobat and Reader were updated to version 25.001.20428.  Updates should become available via the internal updater or checks can be manually activated by choosing Help/Check for Updates.  

Reader DC and other versions are available here: https://get.adobe.com/reader/

Note: UNcheck any pre-checked additional options presented with the update. They are not part of the software update and are completely optional.

Release Notes

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Mozilla Firefox Version 136.0 Released with Security Updates

 Mozilla sent Firefox Version 136.0 to the release channel.  Firefox ESR was updated to Versions 115.21 and 128.8.

The update includes fifteen security updates of which eight (8) are rated high, five (5) are rated moderate and two (2) are rated low. The security updates can be reviewed here.

New features include an updated sidebar, the option for vertical tabs layout and more.  For Linux users, Firefox is now available on ARM64 (AArch64), with installation options via APT and tarballs. Flatpak support is coming soon.

To review all of the new features, changes and fixes, see the Release Notes.

Update:  To get the update now, select "Help" from the Firefox menu and pick "About Firefox".  Mac users need to select "About Firefox" from the Firefox menu.  If you do not use the English language version, Fully Localized Versions are available for download.

Rapid Release Calendar

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February 2025 Windows 11 24H2 Non-Security Preview Update

  Microsoft released KB5052093 (OS Build 26100.3323) for Windows 11 24H2.

Gradual rollout

These might not be available to all users because they will roll out gradually. 

• [Task Manager] Fixed: It might identify an HDD as an SSD.

• [Taskbar] New! You can now share files directly from a jump list on the taskbar. Jump lists appear when you right-click an app that has a jump list

• [Windows Spotlight]

  
  

  • New! There’s a quick and easy way to find out more information about a background image. Simply hover over the image or click the “Learn about this picture” icon.

  • New! This update makes Windows Spotlight easier to find. You’ll notice changes to the icon color and background. Also, the icon will show at the lower right area on your desktop.

• [Lock screen] New! This update makes it easier to learn more about the image on your lock screen when you select the “Like” button.

• [Narrator] New! There are new functions for Narrator scan mode. Skip past links (n) allows you to go to the text after a link. Use the comma (,) to jump to the start of an item (large table, long list, or another item.) Use the period (.) to jump to the end of an item. This is most helpful when you read long emails, news articles, and wiki pages. Jump to lists (l) allows you to quickly access a list on a web page or in a document. To use these new functions, turn on Narrator first (Windows logo key + Ctrl + Enter). Then turn scan mode on by pressing Caps lock + Spacebar. Note that scan mode is on by default on most web pages (like news articles, wiki page, and so on).

• [Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers] New! Some of you might see a new referral card for a PC Game Pass subscription on the Settings home page. With it, you can invite friends and family to try a PC Game Pass for free. If you qualify, the card only appears when you sign in to your PC using your Microsoft account.

• [File Explorer]

See the KB article for improvements included.

Update:  To get the update, go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. The link to download and install the update can be found in the Optional updates available area.  

References: Windows 11 update history

Remember - "A day without laughter is a day wasted."
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