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In a move that has left many in the tech community scratching their heads, Microsoft has updated the Windows 11 compatibility list in early 2025—effectively cutting support for a broad range of processors. Notably, devices running on Intel’s 8th, 9th, and 10th generation CPUs, which had long...

Microsoft has announced a significant change for Windows users and developers alike. In a move aimed at streamlining privacy and data management, the company is deprecating the Location History feature—a tool that, until now, allowed apps such as Cortana to access a rolling 24-hour cache of your...

Recent changes in Microsoft’s approach to Windows 11 hardware requirements have stirred up conversations across the community—even if the impact is strictly for OEMs. The headline may sound alarming at first glance: Microsoft has dropped official support for 8th, 9th, and 10th-generation Intel...

In a move that signals further evolution (and a bit of pruning) of Windows 11, Microsoft has announced the deprecation of its Location History feature. While 2023 and 2024 brought sweeping changes for Windows, 2025 is already marking its territory with a series of updates, and this one’s bound...

As Windows enthusiasts, we’ve all been conditioned to keep an eye on every Microsoft update, whether it’s a security patch for Windows 11 or a new feature roll-out. The buzz around Microsoft's potential new operating system—Windows 12, expected sometime in 2025—has been growing steadily. While...

Windows 11 users, brace yourselves. Microsoft has rolled out a new update for Copilot, which now automatically launches in the background as soon as you log into your desktop. While this update is designed to streamline your interaction with the AI assistant—making it immediately accessible via...

Windows enthusiasts, brace yourself for another shake-up in the Start Menu department! In a recent preview update, fresh insights have emerged suggesting that Microsoft might soon give users more control over the pinned apps layout in Windows 11’s Start Menu. This change hints at the possibility...

On February 11, 2025, Microsoft rolled out update KB5053485, a nuanced yet significant improvement that impacts the installation process of Windows 11, specifically the 22H2 and 23H2 releases. This update, designed for Windows 11 Home, Pro, Enterprise, Education, and even specialized editions...

In a long-anticipated move that has IT administrators both relieved and reflective, Microsoft has finally rolled out the 2025 H1 Cumulative Update—also known as CU15—for Exchange Server 2019. As this release marks the final cumulative update for the venerable server, it carries a mix of...

On February 11, 2025, Microsoft's security team disclosed details about a critical vulnerability assigned CVE-2025-21375. This issue, which affects the Kernel Streaming WOW Thunk Service Driver, presents an elevation of privilege risk that warrants immediate attention from both Windows users and...

Windows 11 enthusiasts, rejoice! Microsoft has given the Start menu a much-needed facelift, and early hands-on reviews are singing its praises. The revamped design—powered by AI and boasting fresh features like an intuitive grid view and enhanced Phone Link integration—is set to redefine how you...

There’s been plenty of buzz and even concern among Windows enthusiasts this January, with provocative headlines asking, “Has Microsoft already abandoned Windows 12?” A recent article from Computeractive Magazine hints at a significant pivot in Microsoft’s approach, suggesting that instead of...

What’s New with Phone Link? Traditionally, Phone Link has been the go-to feature for bridging your Android or even iPhone to a Windows 11 PC. It’s an essential tool for a seamless ecosystem, letting you text, transfer files, and even mirror your phone’s notifications directly to your desktop...

Step aside legacy systems, Microsoft's on a mission to ensure that only the sleekest, security-savvy counterparts get the coveted Windows 11 upgrade. Recently, a significant step was taken towards reinforcing these goals—essentially closing doors on ways you'd sneak this OS into your older PC...

Ah, the promising horizon of 2025! For the Windows enthusiast, it’s akin to awaiting the next blockbuster movie. Microsoft is setting the stage for some tantalizing updates in Windows 11, all whilst the echo of Windows 10's last hurrah fades into the background. So, what magic tricks does...

When Microsoft said Windows 10 was going to be retired, they weren't joking. But for those clinging to this aging operating system, help doesn't come cheap—or simple. Microsoft recently updated its guidance on the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, a plan designed for die-hard Windows 10...

Microsoft has taken a significant step in doubling down on its hardware requirements policy for Windows 11. For many users who have been relying on workarounds to install the operating system on unsupported PCs, those days are coming to an end. Let’s explore what this means, the history of these...

If you've ever felt the pang of envy watching Android and Windows users seamlessly connect their devices, Microsoft has some exciting news for you: A new Windows 11 update will soon let you control your iPhone directly from your PC. The days of treating your Apple device like the spoiled kid in...

If you’ve ever had the faint pang of envy watching someone effortlessly pair their gadgets because of platform exclusivity, fret no more. In a breakthrough moment for the Windows and iOS communities, Microsoft is rolling out iPhone integration directly into the Windows Start Menu. That’s right –...

Microsoft is shaking up the Windows ecosystem—this time with a move that's bound to excite iPhone users! Historically, integrating an iPhone with your PC could feel like attempting to force two puzzle pieces together that simply weren’t meant to fit. While Android users have long enjoyed a...