legacy hardware

Microsoft’s recent confirmation that it will end the rollout of new Office features for Windows 10 users by August 2026 marks a significant transitional phase in the Windows ecosystem, effectively setting a timeline for the full sunset of Windows 10 support for both consumers and enterprises. As...

As the inevitable end of official support for Windows 10 approaches, the software ecosystem around Microsoft’s iconic operating system is undergoing a subtle but significant shift. At the heart of this transition is Google Chrome, the world’s most popular web browser, now actively checking...

For years, automatic updates have defined the Windows user experience—a double-edged sword bringing fresh features and vital security fixes, but also, at times, imposing unexpected reboots or compatibility headaches. However, recent news surrounding Microsoft’s KB5001716 update brings a...

The looming end-of-support deadline for Windows 10 is exerting unprecedented pressure on educational institutions around the globe. In a sector where technological infrastructure deeply influences both the teaching environment and student experience, schools and universities are now forced to...

For more than thirty years, Microsoft has been an object of both admiration and frustration for technology watchers and Windows users alike. From the early days of Windows 3.1 to the mainstream dominance of Windows XP, and from the rocky waters of Windows Vista through the widely acclaimed...

Long before plug and play became a buzzword touted in glitzy comdex demonstrations — and well before the infamous Windows 98 Blue Screen of Death incident forever etched itself in the annals of tech lore — Microsoft’s Windows 95 engineering team grappled with arcane hardware idiosyncrasies that...

A quietly looming change is set to reshape the security landscape for countless Windows PCs: the soon-to-expire Secure Boot certificates, foundational to one of Windows 11’s most crucial system requirements. For everyday users and IT administrators alike, understanding the implications of this...

For users and IT professionals reliant on Windows 10, the latest developments from Microsoft’s update pipeline signal a focused effort to enhance system performance, security, and user experience ahead of the upcoming July Patchday. While the tech giant’s attention has shifted increasingly...

Millions of Windows 10 users are facing a significant crossroads as Microsoft prepares to end official support for the world’s most popular desktop operating system. While the curtain was originally set to fall for all except corporate clients this October, a new lifeline has emerged—albeit with...

As South African organisations increasingly embrace Windows 11, the spotlight has shifted to a critical, often underestimated aspect of the upgrade: the business print environment. For many companies, print infrastructure remains a backbone for documentation, compliance, and workflow...

Microsoft’s latest overhaul of its Windows Update service is nothing short of a seismic shift for one of the world’s most widely used operating systems, signaling a concerted move away from legacy practices that have defined the Windows experience for decades. This ambitious initiative, now...

For decades, Windows has set the bar for plug-and-play device support, but the landscape is shifting again as Microsoft embarks on a strategic overhaul of driver management within Windows Update. Insiders, IT professionals, and everyday users alike are now watching closely as Microsoft announces...

Microsoft’s new initiative to phase out legacy drivers from Windows Update marks a significant evolution in the management of device compatibility and security across the Windows ecosystem. As the company intensifies its focus on delivering reliable, up-to-date drivers, the aim is not only to...

As the countdown to October 2025 ticks ever closer, millions of Windows 10 users are confronting a looming dilemma: with official support set to expire, what’s next for the vast installed base running Microsoft’s ubiquitous operating system? For many, particularly those with older hardware that...

In an incident that highlights both the power and pitfalls of automatic software updates in enterprise environments, Microsoft recently found itself racing to resolve a critical issue introduced by its own Patch Tuesday update. The problem, affecting Surface Hub v1 devices, left administrators...

When a routine Windows update—typically a moment of anticipation for improved security and performance—transforms a reliable PC into a lifeless, unresponsive machine, users are left frustrated and sometimes helpless. This scenario unfolded for countless Fujitsu PC owners following the June Patch...

In a month marked by accelerated security initiatives and a flurry of Windows updates, a significant stumble has emerged at the intersection of enterprise collaboration and system management: the June 2025 KB5060533 Windows update has triggered severe boot errors on Surface Hub v1 devices...

Rufus, the stalwart utility trusted by millions for creating bootable USB drives, has once again raised the bar with its 4.8 release. This is not just another routine update—it’s a substantial leap forward, especially for those who regularly manage Windows ISOs. At the heart of its advancements...

Few images can conjure a sharper contrast with the cutting edge than a modern U.S. air traffic control room—one of the busiest nexuses of aviation in the world—relying on floppy disks and Windows 95 to guide aircraft safely across the skies. It is a juxtaposition both reassuring and unnerving...

From the moment Microsoft announced Windows 11's system requirements, the very relationship between users and Windows PCs entered uncharted waters. No longer was upgrading the operating system merely a question of software compatibility or performance. Instead, the introduction of mandatory...