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Microsoft is cranking up the volume on a message it's been broadcasting since Windows 11 burst onto the scene back in 2021: If your PC doesn’t meet the minimum hardware requirements, installing Windows 11 is a gamble, and not the good kind. In December 2024, Microsoft doubled down on this...

In a world where temptations like "free upgrades" and "latest features" gleam like tech sirens, many users are boldly navigating the high seas of unsupported hardware installations. Yes, we're talking about installing Windows 11 on machines that Microsoft itself has declared unworthy of the...

In a strange turn of events, Microsoft has issued a stark warning to approximately 400 million Windows users: Avoid updating your PCs for now. The tech giant’s communication came amidst a flurry of confusing information released in recent days, all coinciding with the last Patch Tuesday of 2024...

In a surprising twist, Microsoft has announced that users can now install Windows 11 on older machines lacking the previously mandatory TPM 2.0 hardware requirement. This revelation comes hot on the heels of the tech titan reaffirming its previous policy that seemingly locked out many users...

As the clock ticks down on support for Windows 10, many users are tempted to think that upgrading to Windows 11 is a no-brainer. After all, if it can run on just about any PC, what's the harm? But, as recently articulated by PCWorld’s senior editor Alaina Yee, that leap of faith could very well...

On December 12, 2024, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released a significant advisory concerning several vulnerabilities found within Siemens' Teamcenter Visualization product. This advisory is crucial for users and organizations relying on Siemens products, as it...

In a shocking revelation that has sent ripples through the cybersecurity community, a recent report by Oasis Security has unveiled a critical vulnerability in Microsoft’s Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) system, one that can be exploited without any user interaction. Imagine a scenario where...

In an unexpected twist that has many tech enthusiasts buzzing, Microsoft recently unveiled a significant change regarding the installation of Windows 11 — the company now permits installations on hardware that doesn't meet the official minimum system requirements. Yes, you read that right...

In a move that has sent ripples through the tech community, Microsoft has decided to relax its stringent hardware requirements for Windows 11. As of December 10, 2024, the tech giant announced that users can now install Windows 11 on systems sans the previously mandated Trusted Platform Module...

In a move that might shake both the casual user and the seasoned tech aficionado, Microsoft has officially opened the doors for installing Windows 11 on devices that don't meet the strict hardware requirements. This unexpected shift comes after the company maintained a steadfast position...

In a surprising twist, Microsoft has stepped back from its stringent hardware requirements for Windows 11, allowing users to install the operating system on unsupported PCs—even those without a TPM 2.0 chip. This news comes as the clock ticks down for Windows 10, which will reach its end-of-life...

Microsoft has officially announced that Windows 10 will reach the end of support by October 2025, leaving its staggering 400 million current users with some tough decisions ahead. This news could feel like déjà vu for those who lived through the sunset days of Windows 7—booting into a...

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) continues its tireless push to improve awareness and mitigation strategies for actively exploited security vulnerabilities. In its latest announcement, CISA has added a new security flaw, CVE-2024-51378, to its Known Exploited...

In a bid to encourage users to transition to officially supported hardware, Microsoft has taken a rather aggressive stance towards individuals running Windows 11 on unsupported PCs. As observed in a recent update, the company threatens to add a watermark to the desktops of these devices, along...

If you're a Windows 10 user, you've probably encountered Microsoft's not-so-gentle nudges about upgrading to Windows 11. As the countdown to Windows 10's end-of-support date—October 14, 2025—marches closer, Microsoft has ramped up its efforts to guide, remind, and yes, even nag users to make the...

In a move reminiscent of the marketing tactics from years past, Microsoft is ramping up its efforts to nudge Windows 10 users toward purchasing new hardware equipped with its latest software. As the clock ticks down to the end of support for Windows 10—set for October 2025—the tech giant has...

In a landscape where artificial intelligence is set to redefine how we work, Microsoft’s Copilot aims to be at the forefront. However, recent discussions among insiders and user feedback suggest that this ambitious project may be more akin to “building the plane as we fly it.” Recent updates and...

The digital landscape is often fraught with peril, especially when it comes to updating and maintaining systems that most of us depend on daily. But what happens when a critical upgrade—one that is pivotal for the integrity of a major component in the Windows ecosystem—goes horribly awry due to...

In a move that speaks volumes about the direction of Microsoft's operating system strategy, the company recently sent out a cautionary note to Windows 10 users, warning them about the potential pitfalls of upgrading to Windows 11. Published on November 8, 2024, this advisory underscores the...

In a significant move that will impact millions of users worldwide, Microsoft has officially announced that it will cease support for the Windows 10 operating system on October 14, 2025. This decision marks the end of an era for one of the most widely used operating systems, urging users to...