If your Windows 10 PC is approaching the end of official support and you don’t want Windows 11 — or your hardware isn’t eligible for Microsoft’s free upgrade — switching to a friendly Linux desktop like Linux Mint is a practical, zero‑cost option that will keep your machine useful and secure for...
If you’re tired of waiting for Microsoft patches, dislike Windows 11’s direction, or simply want to revive an older PC, switching to a free, easy-to-use Linux distribution like Linux Mint is one of the quickest, lowest-risk options available—and you can do it without spending a dime.
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A surprising pattern is emerging as the Windows 10 end‑of‑support deadline approaches: publicly available telemetry and independent trackers show measurable growth in Linux desktop usage, while community projects, vendors, and security firms are actively encouraging migration — but the evidence...
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Windows 10 reaches a hard stop on October 14, 2025 — after that date Microsoft will no longer deliver routine security updates, feature patches, or technical support for the mainstream editions — and every Windows 10 PC owner needs a realistic plan now to avoid rapid security and compatibility...
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If you’re staring at a Windows 10 machine that’s nearing the end of support — or you simply tried Windows 11 and didn’t like it — switching to a free, user-friendly Linux distribution like Linux Mint is a practical alternative that can revive older hardware, protect your privacy, and get you...
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If your PC can’t run Windows 11, you’re no longer just inconvenienced — you're facing a ticking support clock that changes how Microsoft services, patches, and even some apps will behave after October 14, 2025. This is the practical guide every Windows 10 user needs right now: clear options...
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If you’re planning to abandon Windows 10 when Microsoft ends support, the sensible advice is not just “pick a Linux distro” — it’s “pick the right one for your skills, hardware, and use case,” because some distributions are effectively designed to be a learning project rather than a drop-in...
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Microsoft pushed Windows 10 cumulative update KB5065429 to 22H2 machines this week, a mandatory security rollup that arrives as the platform approaches its October 14, 2025 end‑of‑support deadline — and it’s tightly linked to Microsoft’s consumer Extended Security Updates (ESU) enrollment path...
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The countdown is real: Microsoft will stop issuing regular security updates and technical support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, and owners of older but still serviceable laptops face three clear choices — upgrade to Windows 11 if the hardware permits, pay for a short-term Extended Security...
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Mozilla’s decision to keep Firefox 115 ESR alive for older machines is the latest twist in a multi-stage, pragmatic approach to supporting users who remain on end-of-life operating systems — the Extended Support Release for Firefox 115 will now be maintained for Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1 and...
If you’ve spent a decade — or three — inside Windows and the prospect of switching to Linux feels equal parts liberating and terrifying, you’re not alone; recent coverage and community chatter have distilled the crossover into four practical tactics that turn a daunting migration into a...
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I’ve been a Windows user for decades, certified and salaried in its administration, and I still find myself reluctantly staying on the platform while privately resenting much of what it has become. The piece forwarded here — a veteran Windows writer admitting he’s “staying on Windows, but I’m...
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My GMKTEC M7 Pro mini pc consistently shows an empty network folder. Occasionally on a boot it will populate but then contents disappear. Internet access is OK, occasionally takes two or three tries to connect to a site. I recently set up a NAS on a Beelink Me Mini running Truenas Community...
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The August 16 tech roundup lands at the intersection of desktop refreshes, AI ambitions, and long-lived platform commitments — a single day that underlines how fast software vendors are reshaping both user experiences and the lifecycle expectations of devices. Major takeaways: Linux Mint 22.2...
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Local repair cafés from Huddersfield to Slaithwaite are planning a free, volunteer-led “Linux Repair Café Day” to help residents keep working Windows 10 PCs out of landfill and protected after Microsoft ends free security updates for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025.
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For millions of PC owners, the announcement of Windows 11 brought not a sense of anticipation, but apprehension—and for good reason. Overnight, Microsoft’s new operating system drew a hard line in the sand: unless your machine met strict requirements such as TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, UEFI firmware...
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With the end of mainstream support for Windows 10 fast approaching, many PC users are evaluating their options for the future. While some are willing to embrace change by jumping ship to Linux, abandoning Windows entirely isn’t an appealing option for everyone. Whether it’s out of necessity for...
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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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Leaving behind the familiarity of Windows 11 in favor of Linux is a journey that, for many, can seem intimidating at first glance. The learning curve, the perception of complexity, and the sheer amount of choice in the Linux universe are enough to give even tech-savvy users pause. Yet, for those...
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Microsoft's recent announcement to extend Windows 10 support has sparked discussions among users contemplating their operating system choices. While the extension offers a temporary reprieve, some users are considering a transition to Linux distributions like Linux Mint. This article delves into...
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