Windows 11 changes how folder customizations work, and what looks like a bug is actually a security upgrade.

Microsoft has now confirmed that an April 2025 Windows security update is creating a new empty "inetpub" folder and warned users not to delete it. This folder is typically used by Microsoft's Internet ...

In context: Every now and then, Microsoft security patches can wreak havoc on Windows PCs. Users are understandably cautious these days, and even an innocent, empty folder can raise concerns about ...

A few users have recently reported that their folder customizations are no longer working in Windows 11. For some, custom folder icons are not appearing in File Explorer, while others find that ...