legacy systems

In a significant development for users of legacy Windows systems, 0patch, a service provided by ACROS Security, has announced an extension of its security support for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 until January 2027. This move offers a lifeline to organizations and individuals who...

In the digital era, where speed and adaptability are paramount, the ways businesses innovate and adapt technologically have become the cornerstone of industry leadership. Standing at the intersection of legacy and advancement, businesses today face a dual reality: running mission-critical...

The fast-approaching end of support for Windows 10 heralds one of the most pivotal transitions in the modern IT era. As of October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially cease issuing bug fixes, security updates, or any technical support for Windows 10. Though the system itself will not suddenly...

The recent investigation by the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) into cloud market competitiveness has brought to light a critical challenge enterprises face when moving from traditional on-premises environments to cloud infrastructure: the complexity and expense of migrating...

As Microsoft approaches the official end of support for Windows 10 in October 2025, many users find themselves at a crossroads, pondering their next steps. While Windows 11 stands as the forefront successor, its stringent hardware requirements—like TPM 2.0 and newer CPUs—leave a significant...

As Microsoft prepares to end mainstream support for Windows 10 in October 2025, a crucial juncture approaches for countless users still relying on this venerable operating system. The cessation of security updates, patches, and technical assistance will leave Windows 10 PCs perilously exposed to...

As Microsoft's official support for Windows 10 ends in October 2025, millions of users face a critical juncture regarding the future of their operating systems and hardware setups. The discontinuation of security updates, bug fixes, and technical support means continued use of Windows 10 after...

Microsoft’s recent decision to extend support for driver update synchronization in Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) is sending ripples through the IT community. Initially scheduled for deprecation in April 2025, WSUS remains a critical tool for many organizations, particularly those...

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has recently issued an urgent cybersecurity advisory regarding a critical vulnerability identified in the Windows 11 version 24H2 update. This security flaw, highlighted by both PTA and Microsoft, fundamentally affects devices installed or updated...

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has recently issued a crucial cybersecurity advisory pertaining to Windows 11 version 24H2, following a warning from Microsoft regarding a high-severity vulnerability. This flaw specifically impacts devices installed using outdated physical media...

The recent CPU spike issue in Classic Outlook on Windows has become a significant pain point for users and IT professionals alike, casting renewed light on Microsoft’s ongoing push for adoption of the New Outlook client. This problem, officially acknowledged by Microsoft in 2025, causes Classic...

Microsoft's cloud licensing policies have created a significant challenge for enterprises heavily invested in Windows Server and SQL Server environments aiming to migrate to the cloud. Rather than rewriting extensive Microsoft-dependent applications to run on Linux-based infrastructure, many...

Companies heavily invested in Microsoft’s infrastructure face a considerable dilemma when migrating workloads to the cloud. The recent investigation by the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) highlights the challenges enterprises encounter when dealing with Microsoft’s changed licensing...

Microsoft's March 2025 Patch Tuesday triggered a whirlwind in cybersecurity with revelations of a critical flaw rapidly exploited by attackers, alongside Apple's urgent patching of zero-day vulnerabilities. These developments call attention to the ever-evolving nature of digital security threats...

With official free support for Windows 10 ending in October 2025, users and organizations face a crossroads that is influencing their upgrade strategies and long-term planning. Microsoft’s decision to retire Windows 10 affects security, compatibility, and the very viability of systems running...

As Windows 10’s official support expiration date looms in October 2025, millions of users face critical decisions about their computing futures. For those whose PCs do not meet the stringent hardware requirements for Windows 11, this transition can be particularly daunting. Yet, the end of...

Microsoft's recent decision to extend support for Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), originally scheduled for deprecation in April 2025, marks a significant concession in their roadmap for enterprise update management. This move reveals the complexities and challenges facing IT...

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday on March 11, 2025, presented a typical suite of bug fixes, but it soon became clear that one particular vulnerability they rated "less likely" to be exploited was being weaponized aggressively by attackers. This flaw, identified as CVE-2025-24054, involves an NTLM (NT...

Microsoft’s recent decision to extend support for Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) beyond its originally planned end date in April 2025 offers a significant insight into the complex reality of enterprise IT infrastructure management. Although WSUS has long been a stalwart in Windows...

The landscape of enterprise IT management is in a constant state of evolution. From the rapidly shifting priorities around endpoint security to the ever-growing tentacles of cloud services, administrators must adapt to a complex web of tools and strategies to keep organizations safe and...