A fresh telemetry snapshot from remote‑support sessions underscores a stark reality: as Microsoft’s Windows 10 support deadline approaches, a large share of real‑world endpoints remain on an OS that will soon stop receiving routine security patches—creating an urgent migration and...
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Valve’s Steam platform is slated to stop supporting 32‑bit Windows systems on January 1, 2026, a move reported by multiple outlets and grounded in Steam’s hardware telemetry and past deprecation practice.
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Steam’s gradual retirement of legacy operating systems is not new...
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Microsoft’s clock on Windows 10 is ticking, and for many users the practical question is no longer “should I upgrade?” but “how do I upgrade safely and with the least friction?”
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Microsoft has set a hard stop on mainstream security updates for Windows 10: the platform reaches...
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NVIDIA has officially announced its support timeline for Windows 10, aligning with Microsoft's end-of-life schedule for the operating system. Microsoft will conclude support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. In response, NVIDIA will continue to provide full support for Windows 10 through its...
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Over the past decade, Windows 10 solidified its stance as the quintessential operating system for PC gaming, providing a stable foundation with broad hardware compatibility and robust driver support. However, recent trends from the June Steam Hardware Survey signal a sea change in the...
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The landscape of Windows device management is undergoing a significant transformation as Microsoft embarks on a strategic initiative to overhaul the way legacy drivers are distributed through Windows Update. This shift, which aims to bolster security and reliability, may redefine how millions of...
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Microsoft’s tradition of robust backward compatibility has long set it apart in the realm of operating systems, making Windows the platform of choice for a vast range of consumers and enterprises alike. From dusty dot-matrix printers to niche industrial controllers, generations of hardware have...
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When the HP ZBook Ultra G1a landed in the WindowsForum.com labs, sporting the newly minted AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 "Strix Halo" system-on-chip, anticipation was sky-high. This mobile workstation, bristling with 12 Zen 5 cores and Radeon 8050S integrated graphics, represents the cutting edge of...
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For decades, Windows has maintained a reputation as the de facto operating system for general consumers, power users, and enterprises alike. Its broad compatibility, massive software library, and familiar user interface have contributed to its dominance. Yet, as the pace of innovation...
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NVIDIA has released a new GeForce Game Ready Driver (version 576.28 WHQL) as of April 30, 2025. According to the official NVIDIA announcement, you can download and install this driver from the Drivers tab of the NVIDIA app or through GeForce.com.
What's new: The release resolves several issues...
AudioScience has dropped its v5 Windows driver update, and while that might not sound like a party-starter to your average Spotify aficionado, in the worlds of pro audio and IT support, it’s as close to a headline act as Dante at a digital mixer convention. Let’s dissect what’s new, why it...
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The transition to Windows 11 has many gamers—and PC enthusiasts alike—curious about whether their trusted hardware will keep pace with Microsoft’s bold new OS. If you’re one of those users sporting the ever-reliable GeForce GTX 1660 Super, here’s an in-depth look at how this mid-range GPU fares...
When it comes to choosing an operating system, the debate rages on between loyal Windows users and Linux enthusiasts alike. Although Ubuntu has earned a noble reputation for its community-driven improvements and open-source philosophy, it’s not always the silver bullet for those looking to...
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Recent performance benchmarks conducted by Phoronix have ignited discussions within the tech community about the performance capabilities of AMD’s new Ryzen AI 9 365 processor, particularly its integrated Radeon 880M graphics. The tests compared the performance of...
Today’s blog post provides two updates. First, an update on Windows 11 minimum system requirements based, in part, on feedback from the Windows Insider community. Second, information on the updated PC Health Check app that is now available to Windows Insiders. Since the introduction of Windows...
Hello there, I have an HP Pavilion DV6-6C35DX. I did a clean install of Windows 7 (64-bit), then tried downloaded the drivers from HP's site. All the drivers worked except for the WiFi driver. I tried upgrading to Windows 10 to see if it would auto update but WiFi still wasn't working.
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I wonder if Windows 10 Technical Preview will support sound cards from Creative Labs?
I ask this because I have installed on my pc Windows 10 Technical Preview 9926 and even acknowledging my sound card, a Creative X-Fi Platinum, will not let me open the associated programs to a...