software compatibility

In a landmark move for the Windows ecosystem, Microsoft has announced the general availability of hotpatching support for 64-bit Arm architecture, bringing a transformative update management experience to a broader array of devices running Windows 11, version 24H2. This expansion represents a...

For millions of Windows 10 users worldwide, the looming end-of-support deadline spells significant change, especially for those relying on the ubiquitous Microsoft 365 suite. As Microsoft draws the curtain on routine Windows 10 updates on October 14, 2025, customers face urgent questions about...

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...

As the end of support for Windows 10 approaches on October 14, 2025, organizations must proactively prepare for the transition to Windows 11 to maintain security, compliance, and operational efficiency. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has provided comprehensive guidance to assist...

As the end of support for Windows 10 approaches, IT leaders everywhere are at a crossroads that has become all too familiar with the relentless cadence of Microsoft’s operating system release and retirement schedule. This inflection point isn’t just about operating system preference—it’s about...

It’s rare for the ghosts of past operating systems to sneak into the present in such a vivid way, yet Windows 11 users in the Canary channel have recently discovered an unmistakable blast from the past: the iconic Windows Vista startup sound. For most, the unexpected tune is pure nostalgia. For...

In a decisive step toward shoring up the security foundations of the Windows operating system, Microsoft has enabled the JScript9Legacy scripting engine by default in Windows 11, specifically starting with version 24H2. This move marks a significant chapter in Microsoft’s ongoing campaign...

As the clock ticks down to the end of Windows 10 support—a date etched in stone for October 14, 2025—millions globally face a pressing decision: what to do with PCs that can’t or won’t upgrade to Windows 11. The coming end-of-support (EOS) event is not just a routine sunset; it’s a...

For nearly three decades, Microsoft's proprietary JScript engine has been a silent, persistent presence across multiple generations of Windows. Born during the days of Internet Explorer 3.0, JScript—Microsoft's own dialect compatible (at varying degrees) with ECMAScript/JavaScript—served...

In early July 2025, system administrators worldwide encountered significant synchronization issues with Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). This disruption, which began shortly after Microsoft released its monthly security updates, led to widespread reports of WSUS servers failing to sync...

In a significant step forward for the Windows platform, Microsoft has officially activated the new JScript9Legacy scripting engine as the default in Windows 11 24H2 and all later releases. This move, while technical on the surface, has far-reaching implications for performance, security, and...

Recent reports have highlighted significant performance issues with Microsoft Excel, particularly following the June 2025 updates. Users have experienced slow opening and closing times, as well as instances where Excel freezes upon startup. Investigations have identified Trend Micro's Worry-Free...

Microsoft's Windows 11 has officially overtaken Windows 10 to become the most widely used desktop operating system globally, marking a significant milestone nearly four years after its initial release. According to the latest figures from web analytics platform StatCounter, Windows 11 now holds...

As the end of support for Windows 10 approaches on October 14, 2025, users and organizations must consider upgrading to Windows 11 to maintain security, compliance, and access to new features. Continuing to use Windows 10 beyond this date will expose systems to increased security risks, as...

Most Windows users have contemplated abandoning the Microsoft ecosystem at one time or another, whether out of frustration with Windows 11 changes, concerns about privacy, or the allure of sleeker alternatives. And yet, despite the grumbling on forums and the crowded marketplace of rivals—from...

Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) is taking decisive steps to modernize and safeguard its campus technology landscape by launching a university-wide rollout of major operating system upgrades. This year’s upgrade—affecting both Windows and macOS devices—arrives with a firm...

For more than thirty years, Microsoft has been an object of both admiration and frustration for technology watchers and Windows users alike. From the early days of Windows 3.1 to the mainstream dominance of Windows XP, and from the rocky waters of Windows Vista through the widely acclaimed...

Microsoft Teams, long the backbone of collaboration in many enterprise environments, recently hit a significant stumbling block on Windows Server platforms, catching IT administrators across the globe off guard and sending ripples through the remote desktop and terminal services community. As...

Microsoft has recently begun the silent deployment of update KB5001716 to Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems. This update is designed to enhance the Windows Update service components, particularly for devices nearing the end of their support lifecycle. However, the rollout has been accompanied by...

Upgrading an organization's desktops to Windows 11 is a pivotal but often daunting process for IT professionals, particularly given the stakes involved with user data, application compatibility, and overall business continuity. While conventional wisdom often turns toward custom golden images...