More than half of the world’s personal computers remain on Windows 10 even as Microsoft’s official support deadline looms, creating a wide and growing security gap that affects consumers, small businesses, and enterprise networks alike. New telemetry shared publicly via cybersecurity vendor...
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Microsoft’s October deadline for Windows 10 support has arrived like a ringing bell for an industry that—by several measures—wasn’t ready: large numbers of consumer and corporate endpoints still run Windows 10, many organisations face compatibility and budget constraints, and the safety net...
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Tiny11 is the latest reminder that the Windows upgrade debate has moved far beyond marketing slogans: while Microsoft insists many older PCs are unsupported for Windows 11, independent projects like NTDEV’s Tiny11 are actively proving the opposite — and forcing a much more uncomfortable...
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Windows users facing the October deadline for Windows 10 support are being offered a realistic, battle-tested alternative in Zorin OS — a Dublin-born Linux distribution that promises to keep older PCs secure, fast and usable for years to come, and which the Irish Times frames as a timely option...
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Microsoft's public notice about Windows 10 support is no longer just a calendar reminder — it's a deadline with real consequences for security, compatibility, and the cost of staying on an aging platform.
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Windows 10’s official support clock is ticking down, but for many users the practical choice isn’t a rush to upgrade — it’s a careful, measured decision to stay where stability, compatibility, and control still work best for them. The operating system will reach end of support on October 14...
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With Microsoft officially sunsetting support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, millions of PC users are suddenly at a crossroads. Fewer than one in three existing devices worldwide meet the requirements for Windows 11, thanks to technical mandates like TPM 2.0 and modern CPUs. For the...
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As Windows 10 races toward its official end-of-life, a moment of reckoning is looming for millions of users—and for the computers they depend on. Within four months, Microsoft will withdraw critical updates, leaving anyone still running the nearly decade-old operating system adrift in a sea of...
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As the sun gradually sets on Windows 10, millions of devices worldwide face an uncertain future. Microsoft’s official cutoff for Windows 10 support arrives at the end of 2025, leaving users with a stark choice: pay extra for extended security updates, take a gamble running unsupported and...
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Microsoft's recent advertising campaign for Windows 11 has ignited significant controversy among users and industry observers. The campaign, prominently featured on the official Windows YouTube channel, urges users to be on the "right side of risk" by upgrading to Windows 11 and specifically...
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Here’s a summary of the key highlights from the May 2025 Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10, focusing on the new features and security improvements based on the linked article and fresh forum discussions:
Windows 11 Version 24H2 (KB5058411) – Major AI and Productivity...
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As the gradual rollout of Windows 11's 24H2 update nears completion, millions of users are once again confronted with a critical deadline: the impending end-of-support for Windows 10. Microsoft has underscored this milestone with an official reminder that Windows 10—outside the Long-Term...
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The end of life for Windows 10 is approaching rapidly, setting the stage for a decisive shift in how both individual users and organizations interact with Microsoft’s flagship operating systems. Officially, support for Windows 10 will cease in October 2025, leaving millions of PCs worldwide at a...
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Microsoft’s announcement that Windows 10 support will end on October 14, 2025, has left millions of users at a critical juncture. After that date, Windows 10 machines will no longer receive security patches, exposing them to rising cybersecurity risks such as viruses, malware, and ransomware...
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As we hurtle towards the future, it seems almost surreal that Windows 10 has been with us for nearly a decade. However, on October 14, 2025, the curtain will fall on the support for this operating system, marking a significant turning point for millions of users worldwide. This article breaks...
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There’s a moment, somewhere along your digital journey, when your beloved Windows 10 computer stares back at you with the plaintive glow of an aging friend realizing their days in the limelight are numbered. Microsoft, that great orchestrator of software cycles, has already scheduled the...
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Feeling bogged down by Windows 11's constant updates, high hardware demands, and resource-hungry features? If you’ve ever fantasized about reclaiming control of your PC’s performance, privacy, and functionality without the usual Microsoft baggage, it may be time to explore MX Linux 23.5. Yes...
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Unfortunately, Windows 10 is on borrowed time as the clock ticks down to its support ending in 2025. With an estimated 240 million PCs unable to upgrade to Windows 11, many users are left grappling with what to do next. Tossing out these devices isn’t the only option on the table—there are...