Windows 10 will stop receiving free security fixes on October 14, 2025 — and if your PC can’t take the free Windows 11 upgrade, you have five realistic paths forward: enroll in Extended Security Updates (ESU), buy or rent a new Windows 11 PC (including cloud PCs), perform an unsupported upgrade...
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Since the introduction of natural language processing into everyday software experiences, the quest for intuitive search tools has been relentless. With the debut of Semantic Search on Windows Copilot+ PCs, Microsoft is taking a significant step forward, promising to change how users locate...
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Microsoft has officially launched the Recall feature for Windows 11, a significant addition designed to enhance user productivity by enabling seamless retrieval of past activities. Initially announced in May 2024, Recall is now available on select Copilot+ PCs, marking a pivotal moment in...
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