end of support

It’s official: the clock is ticking relentlessly toward Windows 10's retirement. Microsoft has consistently been nudging users toward upgrading to Windows 11, and now the push has gained some extra muscle. In a strategic move, all Microsoft support documents related to Windows 10 are being...

With Microsoft’s impending end-of-life announcement for Windows 10 set for October 14, 2025, a bleak reality looms over millions of PC users. A staggering 240 million computers could find themselves on the fast track to the landfill due to hardware incompatibility with Windows 11. This scenario...

In an age where technology shifts faster than a caffeinated coder can hit “update,” Dicker Data and Microsoft recently gathered IT partners in Sydney for a pivotal event centered around the imminent end of support for Windows 10. This gathering wasn’t just an opportunity for networking; it was a...

In a bustling week for the IT community, Dicker Data and Microsoft held a significant event in Sydney focused on the imminent transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11. This gathering promised to be a game-changer for organisations across Australia, especially given the challenging landscape...

As we wade into the waters of 2024, a fascinating narrative is unfolding in the realm of personal computing. A recent analysis by TrendForce has revealed an unexpected twist: it’s Windows 11, not the much-buzzed-about AI-integrated laptops, that is primarily driving growth in PC sales. This...

If you're one of the millions still holding on to Windows 10, you might want to sit up and pay attention. Microsoft has officially marked your calendar: October 2025 is the expiration date for standard support of Windows 10. This isn't just a soft nudge; Microsoft has started ramping up its...

Picture this: you're settling down for the evening, ready for another productive session on your trusty Windows 10 machine. Suddenly, your screen gets hijacked—not by malware, but by a full-blown Microsoft ad. The memo? It’s time to upgrade your operating system and your computer to embrace the...

As Windows 10 marches inexorably toward its End of Support (EOS) deadline in October 2025, things are getting… intense. Microsoft has recently ramped up its promotional campaign for Windows 11 in a way that has left many users frustrated. How? Through full-screen pop-up ads that seem to strike...

The clock is ticking for Windows 10. With less than a year until its official end of support on October 14, 2025, Microsoft is turning up the heat—literally—by flashing full-screen ads urging users to upgrade to Windows 11 or, even better from Microsoft's perspective, to buy an entirely new PC...

If you’re using Windows 10, there’s a high chance you've noticed something peculiar—or annoying—depending on your perspective. Microsoft recently began showing full-screen advertisements on Windows 10, nudging users to leap into the future with Windows 11 or invest in the shiny new “Copilot+”...

In a move that many might see as a last-ditch effort to persuade users to upgrade, Microsoft has begun rolling out full-screen advertisements for its "Copilot+ PCs" on Windows 10 devices. This campaign, which emphasizes the impending end of support for Windows 10, marks a significant shift in...

In a significant move that has left some Windows 10 users scratching their heads, Microsoft has begun displaying full-screen ads to promote its latest operating system, Windows 11. This is all part of an aggressive push to nudge Windows 10 users toward upgrading as support for their beloved OS...

In a significant development for Windows 10 enthusiasts, Microsoft has announced the closure of the Beta Channel for the popular operating system, signaling the gradual wind-down of major updates as we approach the end of official support. This announcement is not just an administrative shift...

In an intriguing twist to the world of Windows 11, Microsoft has confirmed a significant bug linked to the recent mandatory security update for Windows 11 23H2, designated as KB5046633. This glitch has sent users into a tizzy, prompting false alerts about their operating system nearing its...

In a significant update for Windows users, Microsoft has officially shut down the Beta testing channel for Windows 10 as the operating system inches closer to its end of support. Announced on November 15, 2024, this move signals a pivotal shift in the company’s strategy for its legacy OS...

In a surprising twist that feels more like a roller coaster ride than a systematic product update, Microsoft has officially pulled the plug on the Windows 10 Beta Channel. Just five months after the channel’s revival in June 2024, the tech giant has decided to automatically migrate all enrolled...

The digital landscape can often feel like navigating a maze—especially when it comes to software updates. A recent bug in the Windows Update service is prompting unnecessary concern among Windows 11 users, creating confusion about the support status of version 23H2. So let’s untangle this web of...

With the clock ticking down to the end of support for Windows 10, Microsoft has announced the shutdown of the Windows 10 Insider Beta Channel. This closure comes just five short months after its reopening earlier this year, signaling a significant shift in Microsoft’s focus as they prepare to...

As the sands of time trickle down to the impending end of support for Windows 10 in October 2025, Microsoft has decided it’s time to crank up the promotional engine to encourage users to embrace the future—Windows 11, specifically the much-anticipated 24H2 version. On November 12, 2024...

Microsoft has quietly but significantly updated its Windows Update service as part of the October Patchday festivities. This update is particularly noteworthy as it introduces enhanced notifications regarding end-of-support messages, a critical feature as we navigate the software lifecycle in an...