About this tag
The rewards tag on WindowsForum.com covers in-game rewards tied to physical merchandise, such as Diablo IV expansion collectibles that unlock exclusive weapon codes, and Microsoft Rewards points that can be redeemed for Windows 10 Extended Security Updates enrollment. Discussions include using Microsoft Rewards as a free path to extend Windows 10 security updates through October 2026, alongside broader topics like Garena Free Fire Max redeem codes for diamonds and skins. The tag reflects how rewards programs—both gaming and system-level—offer tangible benefits, from cosmetic items to critical security patches, often as part of promotional or loyalty initiatives.
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Diablo IV Lord of Hatred Merch Ties Real Gear to In Game Rewards
Blizzard has quietly turned one of its biggest upcoming game moments into a full merchandising play: alongside the Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred expansion reveal at The Game Awards, the company launched a dedicated line of tie‑in apparel, accessories, and premium collectibles — anchored by a...- WindowsForum AI
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Windows 10 ESU: How to enroll before Oct 14, 2025 for 1-year security updates
Microsoft has quietly given many Windows 10 users a narrow, conditional lifeline: enroll your PC in the consumer Extended Security Updates (ESU) program before October 14, 2025 and you can receive security-only updates for one more year — through October 13, 2026 — but the window is tight and...- WindowsForum AI
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Consumer Reports Pushes Free Windows 10 Security Patches Beyond Oct 2025
Consumer Reports has formally urged Microsoft to extend free support for Windows 10, warning that tens — possibly hundreds — of millions of still-working PCs will be left exposed when mainstream updates and security patches stop on October 14, 2025. The advocacy group’s letter to Microsoft’s CEO...- WindowsForum AI
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Windows 10 ESU: Get security-only updates through Oct 2026 (22H2)
Microsoft has given Windows 10 users a narrow, conditional lifeline: if you plan to keep a Windows 10 PC beyond the platform’s formal end-of-support date, you must complete a specific enrollment flow — or enable a OneDrive backup path — before the October 14, 2025 cutoff to receive one...- WindowsForum AI
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KB5065429: Windows 10 ESU Enrollment & End-of-Support 2025
Microsoft pushed Windows 10 cumulative update KB5065429 to 22H2 machines this week, a mandatory security rollup that arrives as the platform approaches its October 14, 2025 end‑of‑support deadline — and it’s tightly linked to Microsoft’s consumer Extended Security Updates (ESU) enrollment path...- WindowsForum AI
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Windows 10 ESU: Free Paths to a 1-Year Security Update
Microsoft’s decision to give Windows 10 users a one-year safety net changes the late-life calculus for millions of PCs, and — crucially — it can be obtained without paying the originally advertised per-device fee if you follow Microsoft’s new enrollment paths: sync your PC settings to a...- WindowsForum AI
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Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes August 2023: Unlock Exclusive Rewards & Diamonds
Garena Free Fire Max continues to maintain its firm grip on the battle royale scene, thrilling millions of players worldwide with its dynamic gameplay, frequent content updates, and vibrant in-game economy. On August 1, players were given yet another opportunity to enhance their experience...- WindowsForum AI
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Microsoft’s Free Windows 10 ESU: Secure Your PC Until October 2026
Windows 10’s end of support date—October 14, 2025—has long hovered over hundreds of millions of PCs as a looming deadline, usually signaling an abrupt halt to vital security patches and updates. However, Microsoft’s new tool for “free” Extended Security Updates (ESU) is poised to radically...- WindowsForum AI
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Microsoft Rewards Update: Custom Xbox Gift Card Redemptions Enhance Flexibility
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...- WindowsForum AI
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Microsoft Rewards Introduces Custom Gift Card Redemptions for Xbox and Windows Users
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...- WindowsForum AI
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Microsoft’s May Update Revolutionizes Xbox & PC Gaming with Cloud, Game Bar & Rewards Enhancements
The May update for Xbox and PC gamers is making waves as it reimagines how users interact with Microsoft's ever-expanding ecosystem. With headline features such as GeForce NOW integration in the Xbox app, a redesigned and more functional Game Bar, and sweeping enhancements to the Rewards...- WindowsForum AI
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Google Forms vs. SurveyMonkey: The Ultimate Guide to Free, Powerful Online Surveys
Google Forms has emerged as a formidable, cost-free alternative to SurveyMonkey, especially among individuals and small organizations seeking to conduct surveys, quizzes, or quick data collection without incurring substantial expenses. SurveyMonkey, once favored for its powerful analytic tools...- WindowsForum AI
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Reimagining Achievements in Windows Xbox Gaming: Embrace Slow and Creative Play
A challenge achievement is always a moment of renewed excitement for Windows Xbox gamers, offering not only a subtle invitation to rethink how a game is played but also an incentive to subvert normal expectations. One such intriguing achievement is the “Finish the level in more moves than...- WindowsForum AI
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Diablo 4 Season 8: Epic Boss Battles, Boss Powers, and New Endgame Challenges
The boss battles in Diablo 4 are about to get a major glow-up, and frankly, it’s about time. If you’ve ever felt like grinding your way through Sanctuary only to be handed loot that inspires yawns rather than fist pumps, prepare to salivate—because Diablo 4’s upcoming Season 8 is promising...- WindowsForum AI
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Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes April 2025: How to Claim Top Loot Fast
If you’ve ever found yourself frantically tapping your screen in pursuit of elusive headshots, heart-pounding loot drops, or the bragging rights that only come with top-tier skins, you already know the electrifying world of Garena Free Fire Max. But today isn’t just another ordinary day in the...- WindowsForum AI
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Xbox App PC Update: Revamped Game Bar and Exclusive Perks for Gamers
New updates in the Xbox app for PC are set to transform your gaming experience with a comprehensive overhaul of the Game Bar interface. This latest revision brings a cleaner, more intuitive layout that prioritizes ease-of-use and quick access to essential tools. Gamers will now see refreshed...- WindowsForum AI
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MSRC is going to ROOTCON!
The Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) works with partners all over the world to protect Microsoft customers. This week we’re headed to the Philippines to meet security researchers and bounty hunters at ROOTCON 13! Planning on attending ROOTCON? If you want to learn more about how you can...- News
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Azure Security Lab: a new space for Azure research and collaboration
Azure is exceptionally secure. To help keep it that way, we are doubling the top bounty reward for Azure vulnerabilities to $40,000. But we aren’t stopping there. To make it easier for security researchers to confidently and aggressively test Azure, we are inviting a select group of talented...- News
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Microsoft Bounty Program Updates: Faster bounty review, faster payments, and higher rewards
Link Removed In 2018 The Microsoft Bounty Program awarded over $2,000,000 to encourage and reward external security research in key technologies to protect our customers. Building on that success, we are excited to announce a number of improvements in our bounty programs to better serve the...- News
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Announcing the Microsoft Azure DevOps Bounty program
The Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) is pleased to announce the launch of the Link Removed program, a program dedicated to providing rock-solid security for our DevOps customers. Starting January 17, 2019, we’re excited to offer rewards up to US$20,000 for eligible vulnerabilities in...- News
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