Steam will stop supporting Windows 32‑bit installations on January 1, 2026, a move that, if confirmed and implemented as reported, will leave the vanishingly small number of users still running Windows 10 in its 32‑bit form without client updates, security fixes, or official Steam Support help —...
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Microsoft has set a firm end-of-support date for Windows 10—October 14, 2025—and the flurry of "30 days" headlines that followed this announcement compresses a complex, staged retirement into a single-sentence alarm that obscures exactly what will and won't change for users and IT teams...
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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...
Microsoft’s Windows 11 reveal marked a clear stylistic and strategic pivot: a softer, more mobile‑friendly desktop that folds touch, cloud, and cross‑platform access into the classic PC ecosystem, anchored by a redesigned, centered taskbar and an app store renewed with developer‑friendly...
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The end of support for Windows 10 is no longer a distant speck on the horizon—it's right around the corner, and for millions of PC users, that looming October 14, 2025 deadline marks a pivotal moment. Microsoft’s message is unambiguous: after that date, Windows 10 will stop receiving free...
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Windows 10’s farewell tour is coming to a dramatic—and costly—final act. In less than three months, Microsoft will officially end support for its blockbuster operating system, thrusting more than 200 million laptops and desktops into a precarious digital limbo. On the surface, continuing to use...
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In a significant step for both mainstream and enthusiast PC gamers, Microsoft has at last removed a long-standing compatibility block that restricted select systems from upgrading to Windows 11 version 24H2—a move that opens the latest Windows experience to a broader array of devices, many of...
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As the October 14, 2025, end-of-support date for Windows 10 approaches, Microsoft has introduced the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program to provide users with an additional year of critical security patches, extending support until October 13, 2026. This initiative is particularly beneficial...
Artificial intelligence (AI) has seamlessly woven itself into the fabric of our daily routines, revolutionizing how we work, create, and interact with technology. Recognizing this transformative shift, Microsoft has unveiled a comprehensive Windows 11 update, introducing a suite of AI-driven...
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As the calendar turns and Microsoft’s development roadmap charges ever forward, the Windows ecosystem has reached another pivotal moment. Microsoft recently confirmed a sweeping, high-stakes shift in its upgrade and support strategy for Windows 10, and the decision has sparked a mixture of...
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Microsoft has announced a significant shift in its support strategy for Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 applications, aiming to transition users to Windows 11. Starting August 2026, Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 10 will no longer receive new feature updates. This change affects all users, including...
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For over a decade, Windows 10 has served as the essential digital backbone for PC users and businesses, powering some 700 million devices worldwide at its peak. Now, after months of speculation, reversals, and mounting pressure from enterprise and consumer sectors alike, Microsoft has made its...
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Microsoft's evolving approach to the lifecycle of its productivity suite marks a significant shift for both consumers and businesses still running Windows 10. With the announcement that Microsoft 365 apps—formerly known as Office 365—will stop receiving new feature updates on Windows 10 starting...
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Microsoft’s latest roadmap signals a pivotal shift for millions of Windows 10 users who rely on Microsoft 365 Office applications for their productivity needs. The company has now confirmed that feature updates for Microsoft 365 on Windows 10 will formally cease in August 2026—a milestone that...
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Microsoft has announced a significant shift in its support strategy for Microsoft 365 applications on Windows 10, signaling a pivotal moment for users of the decade-old operating system. Starting August 2026, Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 10 will cease to receive new feature updates, a move that...
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Microsoft’s recent confirmation that it will end the rollout of new Office features for Windows 10 users by August 2026 marks a significant transitional phase in the Windows ecosystem, effectively setting a timeline for the full sunset of Windows 10 support for both consumers and enterprises. As...
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Microsoft has officially announced the end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. This decision impacts millions of users worldwide, many of whom may find their systems ineligible for an upgrade to Windows 11 due to hardware constraints. In response, Microsoft has introduced an "End of...
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Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 in global market share, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of Microsoft's operating systems. According to recent data from StatCounter, as of July 2025, Windows 11 holds 52.19% of the desktop Windows market worldwide, while Windows 10...
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As the inevitable end of official support for Windows 10 approaches, the software ecosystem around Microsoft’s iconic operating system is undergoing a subtle but significant shift. At the heart of this transition is Google Chrome, the world’s most popular web browser, now actively checking...
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Windows 11 has reached a pivotal moment in its lifecycle, overtaking Windows 10 as the most widely used desktop operating system in the world, according to the latest data from Stat Counter. For the first time since its launch in late 2021, Windows 11 secures a clear majority, accounting for 52...
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