Here's a summary of the key information from the Microsoft Support article on Windows devices for home users, businesses, and schools with Microsoft-managed updates:
What's Happening?
Microsoft is updating the Secure Boot certificates (originally issued in 2011 and expiring starting June 2026)...
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Just when the global Windows community had seemingly reconciled itself with the looming end of an era, Microsoft has changed course on one of its most consequential software policies: the timeline for Microsoft Office support on Windows 10. In a move that left industry analysts, IT...
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A seismic shift is underway in the Windows landscape, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most pivotal moments in PC history. As the October end-of-life deadline for Windows 10 fast approaches, nearly 500 million users still face a daunting choice: upgrade to Windows 11 and ensure continued...
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The looming end of support for Windows 10 in October 2025 has triggered a wave of uncertainty and, for some, frustration among users and businesses alike. As Microsoft prepares to cease complimentary security updates and software fixes for its decade-old operating system, millions of PC owners...
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For millions of Windows users around the globe, the past several years have been defined by a relentless push from Microsoft to migrate from Windows 10 to the newer Windows 11 operating system. Despite persistent nudges, messaging, and the lure of free upgrades, around 700 million PCs worldwide...
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Windows 11 Pro boasts a suite of advanced features tailored for business and power users. However, many of these functionalities can be replicated on Windows 11 Home using free third-party tools. This approach not only saves costs but also offers flexibility in customizing your system. Below, we...
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Windows 11 Update Sparks Unexpected Windows Hello Hiccup
In the ever-evolving world of Windows, the latest KB5055523 update for Windows 11 has certainly raised some eyebrows. While Microsoft managed to squash several issues with this release, an unexpected snag has emerged: a malfunction...
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Microsoft has officially started rolling out Windows 11 24H2 to Home and Pro users, sparking both excitement and concern across the Windows landscape. While the company promises improvements and new features, the rollout methodology—automatic and unavoidable for eligible devices—has proven...
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My client's setup:
Got a Windows 11 PC (aka file server) setup with OneDrive Client to sync files to PC's local hard drive.
Those folders are then shared with local file share/drive mapping with everyone in the office having full access. The reason for this is, the client works...
The last Win10 update did away with the Homegroup (a problematic thing and probably good that it's gone), but I'm no longer able to access Music, Pictures or videos through My Sony Blu-Ray player. I have three computers on the network plus the Blu-Ray. One computer will allow the access of...
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I am in a loop where my computer keeps restarting at the mentioned loop how do I fix this? I do not have access to the recovery console because I do not have the password.
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I'm scared of partitioning D: drive to install Linux.
My most important files are backed up in the cloud but have loads of stuff i don't want to loose.
The process went fine for my C: drive which already had windows 7 in it.
Should i expect a similar scenario for my D: drive?
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Original release date: September 10, 2013
Systems Affected
Windows Operating System and Components
Microsoft Server Software
Microsoft Office
Internet Explorer
Overview
Select Microsoft software products contain multiple vulnerabilities. Microsoft has released updates to address these...
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Windows 8 first released to public in October 26 in 2012 and comes with completely different outlook and user interface. Integrating HTML5 and javascript to develop apps and games for windows 8 make it more attractive for app developer. As usual, Microsoft also releases Windows 8 Tutorial for...
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Many of you may know Windows 8.1 is on the horizon. I received an E-mail for Microsoft today geared towards IT Pros. It lists & discusses many features, tweaks & enhancements included in 8.1
Most of the article relates to business & info for us IT Pros working with & for business clients...
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Original release date: December 12, 2012 | Last revised: January 24, 2013
Systems Affected
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Server Software
Internet Explorer
Overview Select Microsoft software products contain multiple vulnerabilities. Microsoft has released...
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Rumours are that Microsoft have plans to do away with full retail copies of it's next os. Now like with all other windows rumours I wouldn't hold your breath but still.....
Reference:
Microsoft may scrap full retail edition of Windows 8, offer OEM and upgrade only | The Verge
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As a part of the Industry Consortium for Advancement of Security on the Internet (ICASI), Microsoft is pleased to present an initial set of monthly security updates – originally released on May 8 – in the consortium’s newly established Common Vulnerability Reporting Framework...
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In a fast paced world, three years after Windows 7, Microsoft’s upcoming successor OS, Windows 8 remains a hard sell. Does that mean it is not worthy of the buzz and hype?
Browse a tech magazine lately? Check out a news site about technology? Chances are, you will read something about Windows...
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