Microsoft’s decision to extend free support for Windows 10 through October 2026 marks a dramatic pivot for the world’s most widely used operating system—one that will ripple through millions of homes, businesses, and IT departments. The extension, announced just days after insisting the October...
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Microsoft has announced a significant update for Windows 10 users approaching the operating system's end-of-support date on October 14, 2025. The company is offering a free one-year extension of critical security updates through the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, provided users meet...
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Microsoft's planned end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, is sparking both concern and debate across the PC landscape, and with good reason. More than just a version number, this deadline signifies a deep transformation in the Windows ecosystem: tens of millions of PCs—many still...
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Microsoft’s approach to end-of-support for Windows 10 has entered a new and controversial phase, with the company recently unveiling a nuanced, if not contradictory, set of rules for who gets to prolong their device’s life safely. In a surprise turn, home users are receiving a range of free or...
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As Windows 10 approaches its much-publicized end of life, Microsoft is offering users a trio of enticing exit ramps—if not from the operating system itself, then at least from the looming specter of unpatched vulnerabilities. With the mainstream support cutoff date on the near horizon, the...
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For millions of users around the world, the approaching end-of-support date for Windows 10 is less a technical footnote than a looming deadline with real-life stakes. Microsoft’s official withdrawal of mainstream support for Windows 10 is set for October 14, 2025—a move that marks a pivotal...
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In an unexpected but potentially welcome move for millions of users worldwide, Microsoft has announced an extension of free security updates for Windows 10 into 2026—with critical caveats that complicate what initially seems like generous news. As the official end-of-support date for Windows 10...
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As Windows 10 approaches its end-of-life on October 14, 2025, Microsoft has introduced the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program to provide users with options for maintaining security updates beyond this date. Initially, the ESU program required a $30 annual fee for consumers to receive an...
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When the news first broke that Windows 10 would officially reach its end of support on October 14, 2025, the resounding concern among millions of users worldwide echoed a now-familiar refrain: what happens next? Microsoft’s latest announcement, detailed in BleepingComputer and confirmed by...
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As Microsoft approaches the end-of-support milestone for Windows 10, a significant new development has brought both relief and complexity to the world’s hundreds of millions of Windows 10 users. In a move that blends generosity with strategic nudging, Microsoft has confirmed it will offer free...
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As major technology giants race to innovate at the intersection of artificial intelligence and creative tools, Microsoft’s rollout of OpenAI’s Sora integration in Bing Video Creator signals a profound evolution in how everyday users can leverage AI to generate short-form video content directly...
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For years, Xbox users leveraging Microsoft Rewards have faced a peculiar but persistent hurdle: redeeming Xbox gift cards in only fixed increments, most commonly $5, $10, or $25. This seemingly minor restriction could, in practice, lead to awkward leftover points, overspending, or just a general...
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Microsoft Rewards has consistently served as a compelling incentive for Xbox and Windows users, blending everyday digital activities with real-world value. Traditionally, one persistent frustration among frequent users has centered on the rigidity of gift card redemption. Being locked into low...
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Innovative Windows Ecosystem: Talking Avatars and Rewards Redefine Digital Engagement
Microsoft is no stranger to pushing the boundaries of digital innovation. Recently, the tech titan has rolled out two compelling initiatives that promise to reshape both enterprise communication and consumer...
We have lots of news this month to make the most of your time and help keep your family safer online. Today, we’re excited to unveil Microsoft Edge Kids Mode, a safer space for your child to discover the web. You can also learn more about Kids Mode by visiting Link Removed. Along with this news...
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Working at an office probably wasn’t something you expected to miss in 2020. I know I didn’t. But if you’re reading this from home due to the global health crisis, it’s understandable that you might miss impromptu hallway conversations over the news ticker running through your head while working...
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New features provide peace of mind, help you stay in the flow and connect to the information you want
The last few weeks have been unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. As a working mom I’m certainly used to having a full schedule, getting pulled in different directions, balancing the needs...
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All your favorite holiday hits are in the Movies & TV section of the Windows Store. From feel-good family favorites to non-traditional classics, our Link Removed is your go-to source for seasonal entertainment. Here’s a few of our favorites:
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