application compatibility

Nexthink’s warning that “sticking with Windows 10 could cost businesses billions” captured headlines for a reason: a simple arithmetic model — 121 million Windows 10 PCs multiplied by an enterprise Extended Security Update (ESU) list price of $61 per device — produces a first‑year bill in the...

Microsoft’s decision to stop issuing free security updates for Windows 10 on 14 October 2025 has forced IT leaders into a binary choice: pay to buy time, or accelerate an estate-wide migration to Windows 11 — and the short-term cost of staying on Windows 10 could be measured in billions for...

Chevron Nigeria’s reported migration of more than 3,000 users from Windows 10 to Windows 11 in just 12 weeks — completed 40% faster than previous rollouts and returning a reported 98% user satisfaction rate — is a practical blueprint for large-scale enterprise upgrades in Nigeria and beyond...

As October 14, 2025 approaches, the scheduled end of mainstream support for Windows 10 has shifted from a distant policy note into a live operational deadline for millions of users — a deadline that is creating both a security emergency and an opening for alternatives such as Zorin OS...

Microsoft's hard deadline for Windows 10 support — October 14, 2025 — has shifted the conversation for IT leaders from “if” to how fast and how wisely to move, and the time for planning alone has passed: organisations must now execute migration plans that protect security, preserve productivity...

Microsoft's public notice about Windows 10 support is no longer just a calendar reminder — it's a deadline with real consequences for security, compatibility, and the cost of staying on an aging platform. Background: what the missing Primedia Plus article and Microsoft actually say The link...

Windows Server 2019 has entered a new phase of its lifecycle: mainstream support ended on January 9, 2024, and Microsoft will provide security-only updates during the extended support period through January 9, 2029. After that date the product reaches full end of life (EOL) and will no longer...

As the end of support for Windows 10 looms ever closer, organizations across the globe face a consequential decision point that will shape their digital infrastructure for years to come. With Windows 10 support scheduled to end on October 14, 2025, and over half of the world’s Windows desktop...

The July 2025 wave of Windows 11 improvements marks another significant step in Microsoft’s steady overhaul of its operating system for both enterprise and consumer users. With a blend of technical innovation, security modernization, update management efficiencies, and fresh productivity...

For organizations contemplating a migration from Windows 10 domain-joined and co-managed devices to a truly cloud-native Windows 11 environment using Microsoft Intune, the path is now both clearer and more pressing than ever. The momentum behind Microsoft’s cloud management tools, especially...

Windows on Arm (WoA) has reached a critical turning point in enterprise computing, propelled by the dual imperatives of portability and energy-conscious design. For years, the promise of ARM architecture in Windows devices hovered tantalizingly close: lighter laptops, longer battery lives, and...

Microsoft has released an out-of-band update, KB5064489, for Windows 11 version 24H2, elevating the OS build to 26100.4656. This unscheduled update addresses critical issues that emerged following the July 8, 2025, cumulative update (KB5062553). Key Improvements and Fixes: Resolution of Start...

A quiet but seismic shift has just taken place beneath the surface of Windows—one that rewrites the rules for system scripting, application compatibility, and even the playing field for cyber attackers. Windows 11 version 24H2, recently released as a major feature update, formally retires the...

Few qualities define the Windows experience as starkly as its extraordinary commitment to application compatibility. While Microsoft’s decisions and strategies are frequently the subject of spirited debate, even lifelong users of rival operating systems have come to quietly—sometimes...

Microsoft's Windows 11 finally stands at the top of the desktop operating system hierarchy, overtaking the longstanding reign of Windows 10 as the de facto standard for PC users worldwide. According to the July figures from StatCounter, Windows 11 now commands an impressive 50.24% market share...

The June 2025 cumulative update KB5060842 for Windows 11 version 24H2 has introduced several significant issues affecting system administrators and end-users alike. Notably, discrepancies in update metadata timestamps have led to deployment delays, and the "Print to PDF" functionality has been...

Upgrading an organization's desktops to Windows 11 is a pivotal but often daunting process for IT professionals, particularly given the stakes involved with user data, application compatibility, and overall business continuity. While conventional wisdom often turns toward custom golden images...

As Microsoft accelerates its campaign to move users off Windows 10 ahead of the looming end-of-support deadline, an under-the-radar development promises to reshape the migration experience for millions still holding out on the older platform. Since the official announcement that Windows 10 will...

Microsoft's ongoing struggle to deliver a streamlined, "thin" version of Windows has been a topic of discussion among tech enthusiasts and industry experts. Despite multiple attempts, including Windows RT and Windows 10 S, the company has faced challenges in creating a lightweight operating...

Microsoft’s strategy for updating Microsoft 365 (M365) is undergoing a transformation, signaling deep changes not only for IT departments but also for every enterprise that relies on the world’s most popular productivity suite. The pace and pattern of software updates, now supercharged by...