Windows 10’s official servicing clock is winding down, but a growing number of users and enthusiasts are plotting a different route: convert a secondary PC to a Windows 10 LTSC (Long‑Term Servicing Channel) edition or rely on third‑party micropatching to preserve security coverage while avoiding...
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The recent cautionary tale of a Windows 11 user who lost three decades’ worth of irreplaceable data after being locked out of their Microsoft account has sent chills through the tech community, illustrating the complex relationship between cloud convenience and the harsh realities of digital...
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A new ripple of excitement is spreading across the Windows community as Microsoft quietly lays groundwork for a significant feature return in Windows 11, evoking real nostalgia from longtime users. The next evolution of Windows Backup isn’t just a routine refresh: it’s a thoughtful step back...
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Best way I know is to make regular backups but store them offline . Got to check your PC is not carrying any malware before backing up for obvious reasons . I am a home user so use a portable SSD . I do not own a NAS . In retrospect I am rather glad I do not need one :rolleyes:
NAS are said to...