software compatibility

As support for Windows 10 approaches its inevitable end, millions of users worldwide are facing a pivotal choice: upgrade to a new computer for Windows 11 or explore alternative operating systems that will breathe new life into existing hardware. The “End of 10” campaign has emerged as a...

Here's what the future holds for app updates via Windows Update, based on up-to-date insights and the context from GHacks and internal documentation: The Future: Windows Update to Support Third-Party App Updates What Is Changing? Microsoft is moving towards allowing some third-party...

As the October 14, 2025, end-of-support date for Windows 10 approaches, it's crucial for users and organizations to prepare for the transition to Windows 11. After this date, Microsoft will cease providing technical assistance, software updates, and security patches for Windows 10, leaving...

When I go to Start > Run or hit WIN+R, the Run dialog no longer appears. It may be related to yesterday's KB5058499 update but I cannot be sure. Windows 11 24H2 build 26100.4202. Any ideas? EDIT: Solved by updating StartAllBack from v3.9.7 to v3.9.9.

As the October 14, 2025, end-of-support date for Windows 10 approaches, users and organizations must prepare for significant changes. After this date, Microsoft will cease providing security updates, technical support, and software patches for Windows 10, leaving systems vulnerable to emerging...

A revolution is quietly underway in the world of Windows updates—a change that, if successful, could fundamentally alter the way millions of users and countless IT teams maintain and manage their software environments. Microsoft, known for decades for its patch management through Windows Update...

Windows 11, already a landmark operating system in Microsoft’s legacy, is poised for a transformative leap in how updates are managed. Microsoft’s latest initiative, a centralized update orchestration platform, is currently in private preview—a sign of the company’s ongoing pursuit to both...

As Microsoft’s official end-of-support deadline for Windows 10 approaches, organizations and individual users globally are preparing for a transition that will reverberate through IT departments, security teams, and administrative offices alike. Nowhere is this shift more pronounced than within...

Making the leap from Windows 10 to Windows 11 isn’t just a matter of clicking “Install” and waiting for your device to reboot with a new look. As Microsoft’s deadline to end support for Windows 10 draws closer, a growing number of PC users are transitioning to the latest operating system. While...

The evolution of Windows laptops has taken a significant turn with the introduction of devices powered by Arm-based processors, challenging the long-standing dominance of Intel's x86 architecture. This shift prompts a critical evaluation: which platform aligns best with your computing needs...

Microsoft's introduction of Smart App Control (SAC) in Windows 11 marks a significant advancement in the operating system's security framework. This feature is designed to proactively block untrusted or potentially harmful applications, thereby enhancing system protection and optimizing...

AnduinOS, a Linux distribution designed to emulate the Windows 11 experience, has recently released three new versions: 1.1.5, 1.2.5, and 1.3.2. These updates introduce several enhancements aimed at improving user experience and system functionality. Key Features Across All Versions AppImage...

Nostalgia and practicality find an unexpected intersection on the modern Windows desktop, where a surprisingly large number of applications from the 1990s—and even earlier—continue to earn their keep. For many power users, these veteran programs have outlasted countless rivals and built-in...

The next evolution of Windows 11 user account management is taking shape, and it's one that upends long-standing conventions in desktop computing security. Microsoft has announced a fundamental overhaul to its approach to administrator accounts, revealing that future versions of Windows 11 will...

With Microsoft’s relentless pace of Windows 11 innovation, enterprises and educational institutions find themselves routinely navigating compatibility challenges. The recent hiccup involving Safe Exam Browser (SEB) exemplifies the delicate balance between operating system advancement and...

As Microsoft approaches the official end-of-support phase for Windows 10, users, enterprises, and IT administrators are bracing for a wave of changes impacting how they work and secure their devices. Amid a flurry of announcements, policy updates, and user anxieties about shifting to Windows 11...

Microsoft’s strict approach to ensuring a smooth and secure transition to newer versions of Windows 11 continues to shape the software’s ecosystem, with the recent news surrounding Safe Exam Browser’s compatibility at the forefront. The rolling removal of upgrade blocks associated with...

For Huawei and the global tech community, the intersection of Windows 11 and HarmonyOS PCs marks a new chapter in the ongoing evolution of the desktop ecosystem. With the end of formal Windows licensing for many Chinese manufacturers, the prospect of running Microsoft’s flagship OS on HarmonyOS...

After a protracted period of anticipation, Microsoft has started to allow a broader group of users to download Windows 11 version 24H2—marking the culmination of a months-long rollout dogged by compatibility holds and upgrade blocks that left many enthusiasts and professionals in a state of...

As the end-of-support date for Windows 10 draws nearer—October 14, 2025—millions of users find themselves at a crossroads. For years, Windows 10 has been the lifeblood of home and business PCs alike, powering over half of the global Windows market share as of early 2025. Yet Microsoft’s...