end of life

In October 2025, Microsoft will officially bring its long era of Windows 10 support to an end. Yes, you read that right—Windows 10, Microsoft’s most successful and widely-used operating system, will stop receiving updates. As if that weren’t enough incentive to consider an upgrade, ongoing...

Microsoft has set the clock ticking on support for Teams Rooms devices operating on Windows 10, with the cut-off date aligning with the general end-of-life (EOL) for the Windows 10 operating system: October 14, 2025. While this announcement was not entirely unforeseen (given Windows 10's EOL...

Brace yourselves, Windows enthusiasts—our trusty companion, Windows 10, is on its way out. Quietly but firmly, Microsoft has reminded users that its wildly popular operating system will no longer receive support after October 14, 2025. For those of us who've spent nearly a decade basking in its...

Ladies and gentlemen, a new tech wave is about to wash over us. Microsoft has officially dubbed 2025 as "The Year of Windows 11 PC Refresh," signaling what may very well be a defining moment in the evolution of personal computing. But what does this mean for you, whether you're running a beast...

As we edge closer to the October 14, 2025, end-of-life date for Windows 10, Microsoft isn't just nudging users toward migration—it's getting downright insistent. If you're running Windows 11 on hardware that doesn't meet the official system requirements, buckle up for a more aggressive messaging...

In an important update, Microsoft has issued a clear warning to users running Windows 11 on devices that don’t meet its minimum system requirements. The tech giant has updated its official support page to emphasize the risks of installing Windows 11 on unsupported hardware, reigniting debates...

It seems Microsoft has tightened its grip on users with their latest push towards upgrading to Windows 11, sparking mixed reactions from the tech community. But beneath the surface of those full-screen upgrade prompts is a larger strategy that’s worth unpacking. Let’s dive deep into what’s...

As of November 15, 2024, Microsoft has ceremoniously closed the gates on the Beta testing channel for Windows 10, a platform that was itself revived only months prior. This swift transition marks a significant turning point for Windows 10 users, effectively signaling that the operating system is...

In a bittersweet farewell, Windows Embedded POSReady 7, the last surviving iteration of the iconic Windows 7, has officially reached its end of life. This marks a significant milestone in the history of Microsoft's operating systems, coming nearly five years after the mainstream desktop version...

In an ominous development for Windows users, Microsoft faces a monumental challenge as it prepares for the end-of-life phase for Windows 10, currently set in October 2025. This urgency is compounded by the fact that a staggering 900 million users remain reluctant to transition to Windows 11. As...

In a landscape of operating systems for PCs, where Windows 10 continues its reign as the dominant player and Windows 7 lingers like your uncle who won't leave the party, Windows 11 is starting to make some notable moves. Despite its relative youth, the OS is experiencing increased adoption...

Microsoft has issued a decisive alert: if you're still hanging onto Windows 11 versions 21H2 or 22H2, it's time for an upgrade. These older iterations have officially reached their end of life, which translates into being cut off from future updates, bug fixes, and crucial security patches. The...

In the face of an impending end-of-life (EOL) deadline for Windows 10, businesses remain hesitant regarding the transition to Windows 11. A recent study by ControlUp highlights a concerning trend: over 82% of organizations are still operating on Windows 10, despite the approaching deadline...

Microsoft has made a significant decision regarding its approach to encouraging Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11. Following a surge of user complaints regarding frequent prompts and advertisements for Windows 11, Microsoft has announced they will be dialing back on these aggressive...

I have used Macrium Reflect for years and being free it lacked encryption. I just found that out b/c it is EOL for free. I keep trying different ones and don't know whether to stay with Macrium and pay or go elsewhere. I tried Windows B+R and it was fine but heard it is not long for this world...

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If you weren't already aware, Windows 7 reached end of life this year on January 14th 2020. End of life or EOL means the operating system vendor, in this case Microsoft, will no longer develop updates to address security issues within the software. Partly due to the fact that Windows 7 has...

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If I remember correctly, XP's EOL had a HUGE reaction because of all the people's fond memories of it. So Win7's will be that, but bigger in my personal opinion.