hardware compatibility

I am just about finished with a new Windows Server 2022 Standard build using an ASUS P12R-E/10G-2T motherboard. It has a provision to add a TPM module, however, it works fine without it aside from an Event Log error at every startup. Wondering what the thoughts are regarding adding the TPM...

Windows 10 is scheduled to reach its End of Life (EOL) on October 14, 2025. After this date, Microsoft will cease providing free security updates, bug fixes, and technical support for the operating system. This transition poses significant challenges, particularly for non-technical users who may...

The Windows 11 experience has always been one of streamlined security and innovation—until now. Microsoft's April 2025 cumulative update, KB5055523, which was designed to strengthen the operating system’s security posture, has instead thrown a wrench into the smooth workings of Windows Hello...

Introduction Recent reports have highlighted unexpected issues following the Windows 11 April update, specifically KB5055523, which has put many Windows Hello users in a bind. The update, intended to enhance various features, seems to have inadvertently disrupted the infrared facial recognition...

Microsoft's relentless push for Windows 11—despite its glaring shortcomings—raises serious questions about long-term sustainability and user choice. The forced upgrade cycle, combined with features that alienate long-time users and create environmental and security concerns, paints a picture of...

I have successfully installed Windows 11 on a more than 12 year old Toshiba Satellite laptop with FlyBy. Startup was a bit slow, but I have replaced the hard disk with a SSD and now the Laptop is running fast and smoothly, and I even have installed all the up-dates. My 13 year old Sony Vaio was...

Recent market share data shows that the battle between Windows 10 and Windows 11 is heating up, with Microsoft’s latest OS seemingly on track to overtake its long-running predecessor. While Windows 10 remains the more familiar platform for many, Windows 11’s steady climb in enterprise...

Windows 11 is stepping up its game by rolling out an impressive suite of Copilot+ accessibility tools that merge artificial intelligence with everyday computing. These features, embedded deep within Microsoft's operating system, not only enhance productivity but also open new avenues for people...

Microsoft is quietly laying the groundwork for a transformative evolution in Windows 11 that could inject a shock of performance into your everyday computing. Picture a major renovation—one where the foundation of your home is reinforced to support grander upgrades down the line. That’s exactly...

Hey! I didnt even know windows had updated and suddenly I got weird errors. First thing I noticed was the taskmanager didnt work. Later the start menu didnt work. Then sometimes I got blue screens and it restarted. I managed to startup in safe mode and uninstalled some win update but I dont...

Microsoft’s latest update for Windows 11, version 24H2, brings reassuring news for many users: older Intel CPUs—from the 8th generation onward—are now officially supported. This development corrects earlier confusion about CPU requirements and signals Microsoft’s commitment to maintaining...

The world of Windows hardware compatibility is once again shifting gears. In a recent update detailed by Fudzilla and captured under the headline "Vole drops more Intel CPUs," Microsoft has refined its CPU compatibility list for Windows 11 24H2. In essence, this means that new OEM PCs must now...

Microsoft is starting 2025 with a double dose of transformation. On one side, the Americas Partner Skilling News: February 2025 Issue—a comprehensive roundup of partner training opportunities, upcoming events, and learning paths—is making waves. On the other, a major hardware shift comes to...

Microsoft’s latest move in its Windows 11 update strategy has left both tech enthusiasts and hardware manufacturers re-evaluating their upgrade plans. With Windows 11 version 24H2, Microsoft officially ends OEM support for Intel’s 8th, 9th, and 10th generation processors—popularly recognized as...

In a move that has stirred discussion across the Windows community, Microsoft has updated its list of officially supported processors for Windows 11—removing several CPU models in the process. This update, reported by Research Snipers, raises important questions about hardware compatibility...

Microsoft’s latest update for Windows 11, version 24H2, has stirred up quite the discussion in tech circles—especially among those running Intel Core 8th to 10th generation processors. The updated official list of supported processors for new OEM systems now prominently features the latest Intel...

In a notable shift for Windows users and OEM manufacturers alike, Microsoft’s recently published Windows 11 24H2 support list for new OEM systems omits Intel’s 8th, 9th, and 10th Gen processors. This update, highlighted by industry sources, raises important questions about hardware...

Microsoft has stirred up quite the buzz in the Windows community with its latest Windows 11 24H2 update. In a move that’s raising eyebrows—and prompting plenty of head-scratching among tech enthusiasts—Microsoft has decided to drop support for Intel’s 8th, 9th, and 10th generation CPUs… but only...

In the ever-evolving world of Windows updates, a recent column by Rich Warren has stirred the pot—and not in the usual way. This update, discussed in a piece published by The News-Gazette, hints that Windows 11 might soon run on older PCs, even though Microsoft hardly makes a peep about it. For...

In a bold move that’s sending ripples through the tech world, Microsoft has revealed they are rolling out DeepSeek R1 to Copilot+ PCs. If you're plugged into the world of AI, brace yourself. This isn’t just another fancy acronym or vague promise of AI-enhanced magic. Microsoft is putting...