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Microsoft released the August 12, 2025 cumulative security update for Windows 11, version 24H2 — KB5063878 (OS Build 26100.4946) — a combined LCU+SSU package that continues July’s quality fixes, delivers component updates for Copilot+ AI features, and reiterates a critical Windows Secure Boot...

A Southern California user has filed a lawsuit seeking to force Microsoft to continue supporting Windows 10 beyond the company's planned end-of-support date, arguing that the immediate cessation of updates risks user security, creates forced hardware upgrades tied to Microsoft’s AI ambitions...

Microsoft’s recent MCAPS for Partners event cast a spotlight on how the technology titan plans to dominate the ever-shifting landscape of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and partner enablement in its ambitious fiscal 2026 strategy. Center stage at this event—designed to align, energize...

Microsoft’s latest update to the Windows 11 24H2 compatibility guidelines has sent ripples through the PC hardware community. In a bid to enforce its stringent standards on security, reliability, and performance, the tech giant has officially limited the range of CPUs that OEMs can use when...

In a welcome boost for AMD enthusiasts and Windows users alike, Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 24H2 now officially supports dozens of new AMD chipsets. This update marks a significant step forward in ensuring that devices built around these powerful processors can fully leverage the...

In a development that’s sparking spirited debates among tech enthusiasts, Microsoft has announced a significant policy change regarding OEM devices and processor support. Starting with Windows 11 version 24H2, new OEM machines will no longer be shipped with Intel’s 8th, 9th, or 10th generation...

I have an older Laptop that I use for travel. It was my wife's old laptop. It crashed and I had reload it with the OEM system after replacing the hard drive. Now it's running 8.1. I had previously upgraded it to Widows 10 when available. It I just bought a new Windows 10 download from Microsoft...

I have a retail license and key for Windows 11 Pro. I think I have to call Dell to have them make the XPS up instead of buying locally like BestBuy. Am I correct.

What is the difference between Windows OEM key and Retail key? Why is OEM key so cheap?

I have been having strange computer problems for some time. I notice that the pictures and graphics are either morphed, altered or exact pictures of people I know, my friends, or other notable people that seem to be fit into the advertisements, pop ups or substituted for the regular images that...

Hello all, I have a laptop that came with windows 10 preinstalled. The issue is that this laptop is painfully slow, so I would like to transfer windows 10 from this laptop to another laptop that I have which only has abuntu installed on it. Is this possible? If it is not, I was thinking of...

Windows Insiders, Today we’re releasing our first Insider build for Windows 11, and we’re looking forward to the insight that comes from you installing and using on a variety of your PCs. Last week’s introduction of Windows 11 signaled the first step on our journey to empower people with the...

Can't get the datemodified: trick to work in my windows explorer. It doesn't show the promised calendar, parameters such as "thisweek" give nothing. Is WIndows 10 a bunch of crap? Never had this and a hundred other problems with 7 but it seems we're forced to use this OS or migrate to Linux...

Can you upgrade from OEM Windows 10 He to Windows 10 Pro ? Sent from my SM-N960U using Windows Forums mobile app

Hello, I have some experience setting up Windows Linux Dual boot, but unfortunately yesterday I ran into a problem. The grub menu does not have Windows 7 on it, and I don't know how to get it on there. I installed a new version of Linux onto an old laptop. The laptop does not have UEFI, it has...

I got locked in one of those update loops. You know what I mean, probably. My Windows 10 would start an automatic update, then fail, and then reset itself to a previous version. This would happen all of the time. I managed to use one of the methods on this link to successfully do an update...

guyz plz help me( i bought new laptop since previous had broken, so, i wanted to play pubg hard on it, i was clearly thought it will not lag even a little bit (as i saw friends playing on this same laptop, with no lags). It's HP Pavilion 15-bc404ur, a very strong laptop. But, i bought laptop...

Hello! My question is: can I use one installation dvd of Win10 pro to install more computers and later use licences to activate? It is an OEM version. In other words, OEM conditions are bound to the licence or the software on the disk? Thanks.

The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming how businesses gather and use data to develop competitive insights and create new financial opportunities. As IoT technology matures and our partners gain more experience, they are evolving their business models to increase the overall return on...

I just purchased a second hand copy of Windows 8 Pro (32/64bit Upgrade Discs) from a small IT dealer, and it comes with a Product Key. I'm "waiting for the mailman" but I think it will provide a "Retail" version of Windows 8 when it gets used to upgrade my existing Windows 7 Home Prem' OEM...