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In a move reminiscent of a classic game of obstacle course, Microsoft has once again found a way to complicate the upgrade process to Windows 11, specifically to the much-anticipated 24H2 version. This time, the roadblock is causing headaches for users of Google Workspace and Outlook, making the...

Qualcomm is making waves with its ambitious strategy centered around Arm-based Windows laptops. This move positions the company's Snapdragon processors as a pivotal player in redefining portable computing. With significant promises of extended battery life, fanless designs, and integrated 5G...

Performance Insights Windows on ARM has undergone significant improvements over the years, with Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors leading the charge. The Swift 14 AI comes equipped with the Snapdragon X Plus, a chip boasting 10 cores that can operate up to 3.4 GHz. The review highlights a marked...

Introduction As technology continues to advance at a breathtaking pace, the arrival of Windows 11 devices leveraging ARM chips marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing saga of computing architecture. In the recent unveiling by Microsoft’s Brett Ostrum in May 2024, the integration of ARM technology...

Selecting the right operating system (OS) is pivotal when purchasing a new computer, as it significantly influences usability and functionality. For various reasons, many users find that Windows PCs offer certain capabilities that Macs do not. Based on personal experiences highlighted in a...

Dual-booting Windows 11 on a Mac can enhance your computing experience by allowing you to leverage software and games exclusive to Windows right alongside your macOS environment. With the growing compatibility of Windows 11 and new M-series Macs, setting up a dual-boot system has never been more...

In the face of an impending end-of-life (EOL) deadline for Windows 10, businesses remain hesitant regarding the transition to Windows 11. A recent study by ControlUp highlights a concerning trend: over 82% of organizations are still operating on Windows 10, despite the approaching deadline...

In a world where newer often implies better, the advent of Windows 11 was heralded as a significant leap forward in Microsoft's operating system lineup. With promises of a fresh design, novel features, and improved performance, Windows 11 excited users and created a buzz in the tech community...

Microsoft has recently announced that Windows 11 versions 21H2 and 22H2 will cease to receive security updates and support on October 8, 2024. This announcement serves as a critical reminder for users still operating on these versions, urging them to consider upgrading to newer editions to avoid...

In a significant development for Windows users, Windows 11 has officially surpassed the 30% adoption mark— a first since its launch back in 2021. Fresh statistics from Statcounter confirm this milestone, illustrating a growing trend toward Microsoft's latest operating system. Let's delve into...

Hi, I recently changed two drive letters and now Lightroom CC (Vers 12.2) doesn't recognize the hard drive's path anymore. Well, I remember there was a warning that some programs might not work anymore after changing the drive letter. As I never had a problem with it in the past, I ignored the...

Hello, This alert is for people with disabilities who use Dragon NaturallySpeaking 15! Windows 11 does not support Firefox, Google Chrome, and Google email. Microsoft's Edge browser does not support voice commands due to the demise of Internet ExplorerLink Removed There has never been a voice...

As the title suggests, I can't open any browsers except Edge and Internet Explorer. I've tried Chrome, Firefox and Opera and none of them work. I've run updates, tried uninstalling and reinstalling the browsers, removed antivirus, changed default browser etc. So far none of these have worked. It...

Win10 21H1 -1083 I have a program that hangs when it opens. I tried to reinstall it and the install just quits. On another computer it runs fine. Same OS, same versions, same AV. It does not use a browser. The database is OK. It worked some time ago on W10 but I don't know what version. It is an...

Hi all, I have a friend who runs her own accountancy business, she currently has a Dell poweredge server with Windows 2008 R2 Standard on it. It used to be used for regular server related tasks, such as user accounts (4-5 staff members), file sharing and MSSQL. She has since closed her...

Hi all, A while back I upgraded from 1909 to 2004. However, one particular piece of software started misbehaving and I had to roll back (there were a few other issues as well, but these were minor). Since then, that particular app has been updated for compatibility with 2004, but Windows update...

As well known by default Win10 allows only to defer Feature Updates but not to block them (forever). However there are some 3rd party tools which allow to block them anyway e.g. - StopWinUpdates - Wu10Man - StopUpdates10 - Sordum Update Blocker - Windows Update MiniTools - ..... However it...

Hi, I have been given a windows laptop: intel pentium Compaq Presario A900 Notebook, 32 bit. It is running windows vista, but I specifically want windows xp for a program that I have that will only work on windows xp and no other operating system. I am not interested in using it for anything...

Hello, In Windows 10 Home and Professional edition, with the new version 2004, I can not use the play-, record-, forward-, review- and pausebutton in Cool Edit Pro 2.0. Editing of musicfiles is no problem. See attachment. Who can help me? Thanks, Lammert

HI, I would like to say Hello to everyone. I have 2 computers, a laptop and a desktop. My laptop is an old Dell Inspiron 1545 from around 2009. My desktop is one I put together myself. The Laptop has an Intel Core 2 Duo processor and it had Vista on it when it was new, I bought it used, I put...