software compatibility

As the October 2025 end-of-support deadline for Windows 10 approaches, Microsoft is intensifying efforts to transition users to Windows 11. The company has introduced two compelling incentives: the launch of more affordable Surface devices and the integration of advanced AI features, aiming to...

With more than a billion PCs in the world and StatCounter data indicating that 71 percent run Windows, Microsoft’s stranglehold on the desktop remains robust—but not unshakeable. As of this writing, around 4 percent of desktops worldwide operate on Linux, representing tens of millions of users...

The end of Windows 10 is no longer a distant speculation—it is an officially scheduled event, with Microsoft having set October 14, 2025, as the definitive date when security updates and technical support for Windows 10 will cease. For millions of users, particularly the gaming community, this...

For users of Windows 11, the experience of staying updated with Microsoft’s latest releases is increasingly becoming less optional and more a component of the operating system’s life cycle. Microsoft’s approach to its most recent “feature update”—Windows 11 24H2—marks a substantial change for...

The slow decline of Windows 10 has been a topic of growing interest among Windows users, IT professionals, and industry analysts alike. With the official end-of-life date set for October 14, 2025, Windows 10 is now firmly on a path toward obsolescence, prompting organizations and individuals to...

Upgrading your operating system isn’t just about keeping up with the Joneses in tech—it’s about securing your digital future. With Windows 10 rapidly approaching its end of life on 14 October 2025, the incentive to move to Windows 11 has never been clearer. Here’s why upgrading isn’t just a good...

As Microsoft approaches its official end-of-support date for Windows 10, currently set for October 14, 2025, organizations across industries are faced with a critical crossroads. The impending sunsetting of Windows 10 is about much more than simply upgrading operating systems—it’s a pivotal...

As the end-of-support date for Windows 10 looms on the horizon, Microsoft’s campaign to encourage users to move to Windows 11 is entering a new, defining phase—one marked by the introduction and aggressive marketing of Copilot+ PCs. Scheduled to lose official support on October 14, 2025, Windows...

As the October 14, 2025, end-of-support date for Windows 10 approaches, businesses must proactively plan their transition to newer operating systems to maintain security and operational efficiency. Microsoft's cessation of support means no more security updates, bug fixes, or technical...

The transition from Windows 7 to Windows 11 has brought numerous enhancements, yet it has also led to the omission of several beloved classic games that were once staples of the Windows experience. Games like Minesweeper, Solitaire, and Chess Titans have been notably absent in recent Windows...

As Microsoft prepares to end mainstream support for Windows 10 in October 2025, a crucial juncture approaches for countless users still relying on this venerable operating system. The cessation of security updates, patches, and technical assistance will leave Windows 10 PCs perilously exposed to...

In January 2025, Microsoft released its routine Patch Tuesday updates aimed at enhancing security and system performance across Windows platforms. However, a significant issue emerged for organizations utilizing Citrix's Session Recording Agent (SRA) version 2411, leading to failed update...

Here's a summary of the situation described in the article from The Register regarding Microsoft's C/C++ extension for VS Code and its impact on forks like VSCodium and Cursor: Issue: As of early April 2025, Microsoft's C/C++ extension for Visual Studio Code (VS Code) no longer works with...

January 2025’s Windows security update, a routine cornerstone of Microsoft’s cyber defense arsenal, has become the flashpoint of a significant compatibility clash—a scenario that exposes the tightrope Microsoft walks between robust security and broad ecosystem interoperability. At the crux of...

Introduction With the October 14, 2025 deadline for Windows 10 support looming, the call to action from the Miami Herald serves as a wake-up reminder for users to transition to Windows 11. This upgrade is framed not just as an option but a necessity for those seeking to maintain security and...

Hotpatching, a revolutionary approach to system updates, is taking center stage in Microsoft's ever-evolving Windows update strategy. With the March 11, 2025 Hotpatch Public Preview, outlined in knowledge base article KB5053636, Microsoft signals a new era for Windows users eager for stability...

The rollout of Windows 11 24H2 has not been smooth sailing for all users. As Microsoft continues to battle compatibility issues, thousands of users find themselves in limbo, unable to upgrade due to safeguard or compatibility holds. Let's dive into these issues, explore their implications, and...

In the ever-capricious world of SQL Server management, where every version number is both a badge and a potential migraine, Devart has dropped its latest update like a tactical nuke: dbForge Tools for SQL Server 7.1 is here, bringing support for SQL Server 2025, the SSMS 21 Preview, and the...

Many Windows 11 users are surprised to discover that not all older software and classic PC games run smoothly on Microsoft’s latest operating system. As alluring as backwards compatibility might sound, the reality is more nuanced. Modern Windows prioritizes security, efficiency, and new...

Last October, amid the usual relentless hum of Windows updates and the low-key anxiety that comes with “will my device still work tomorrow?”, Microsoft dropped Windows 11 24H2 into the world. You know the drill: Copilot gets smarter, the file manager speaks fluent TAR and 7z, there’s a new...