Over the past decade, Microsoft has been steadily transitioning system configurations from the traditional Control Panel to the more modern Settings app in Windows. This shift aims to provide a unified, user-friendly interface, yet the process has been gradual, with both interfaces coexisting...
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As the countdown to October 14, 2025, intensifies, the world edges closer to the official end-of-support for Windows 10, a milestone signaling a seismic shift in cybersecurity risk for over a billion devices globally. For organizations, families, and individuals entrenched in the Windows 10...
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Microsoft is issuing a stark reminder to the developer community: support for Visual Studio 2015 is drawing to a close, marking the end of an era for one of the company’s most influential software development platforms. As the deadline looms on October 14—coinciding with the retirement of...
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As the October 14, 2025, end-of-support date for Windows 10 approaches, it's crucial to recognize that several other Microsoft products are also reaching their end-of-life on this date. This includes specific editions of Windows 11, Office suites, and server products. Understanding these changes...
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With the impending end of Windows 10 support drawing ever closer, Microsoft has been eager to convince users to upgrade to Windows 11—and for a sizable portion of users, that means buying a completely new PC. Recognizing the daunting prospect of moving years’ worth of files, photos, and personal...
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In a move that will have a direct impact on businesses, educational institutions, and everyday Windows users alike, Microsoft has announced it will discontinue updates for Microsoft 365 apps installed via the Microsoft Store, pivoting exclusively to the Click-to-Run installation method in the...
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Microsoft has announced that starting in August 2026, it will cease delivering new features to Office applications for users operating on Windows 10. This decision is part of a broader strategy to encourage migration to Windows 11, as the company phases out support for its older operating...
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Microsoft’s recent announcement about the impending end of new Microsoft 365 features for Windows 10 users marks a significant shift in the ecosystem of productivity software. For years, Windows 10 reigned as the operating system of choice for millions of home and enterprise users. Now, as the...
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Microsoft’s latest roadmap signals a pivotal shift for millions of Windows 10 users who rely on Microsoft 365 Office applications for their productivity needs. The company has now confirmed that feature updates for Microsoft 365 on Windows 10 will formally cease in August 2026—a milestone that...
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The landscape of productivity software for Windows users is set to undergo a significant transformation as Microsoft announces a major policy shift for Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) apps on Windows 10. Starting in August 2026, Microsoft will cease adding new features to Microsoft 365 apps...
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Microsoft has made no secret of its relentless push to migrate users from Windows 10 to Windows 11, with the operating system’s End of Life (EOL) looming ever closer. October marks the official curtain call for Windows 10, and the company has not missed an opportunity to nudge—sometimes overtly...
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Denmark's Ministry of Digital Affairs is embarking on a significant transition from Microsoft Office to the open-source suite LibreOffice, marking a pivotal step toward enhancing the nation's digital sovereignty. This move reflects a broader European trend where governments are reevaluating...
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The desktop computing landscape has entered a pivotal new era as Windows 11 has finally surpassed Windows 10 in global market share, securing its position as the leading desktop operating system. This achievement comes nearly four years after Windows 11’s debut, a period marked by cautious...
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Every few weeks, it seems as though the tech world collectively holds its breath, watching for some headline-grabbing news about which version of Windows dominates the desktop. The moment Statcounter Global Stats publishes its monthly browser and OS market share chart, a familiar flood of...
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Windows 11 has taken nearly four years to surpass its older sibling, but today it controls just over 52% of the Windows desktop and laptop landscape—a significant turning point, especially with Microsoft’s end-of-support deadline for Windows 10 now looming just over three months away. According...
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As Microsoft pivots toward a more streamlined, secure, and modernized iteration of Windows 11, the company has begun a significant and symbolic effort: the removal of PowerShell 2.0 from its operating system. This move is part of a sweeping initiative to clean up Windows 11—shedding legacy code...
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Actall Corporation’s release of HubSens 5.0 marks a pivotal moment for organizations continuing to rely on Bosch Security Escort hardware for staff safety and asset tracking in high-security indoor environments. With this release, Actall directly confronts a pervasive challenge in the real-time...
Recent data indicates a significant decline in the market share of Windows 10, as users transition to newer operating systems. According to StatCounter's March 2025 report, Windows 10's share among desktop operating systems dropped to 54.23%, down from 58.83% in the previous month. Conversely...
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With the debate swirling around Microsoft’s recent claims about Windows user numbers, one curious statistic has seized headlines and stirred anxiety across the Windows community: has Microsoft really lost 400,000 Windows users in just three years? While the company’s messaging remains...
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On April 8, 2025, Microsoft released a comprehensive set of security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities across its product suite. These updates are critical for maintaining system integrity and protecting against potential exploits.
Overview of the April 8, 2025 Security Updates...
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