software transition

Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 in market share, marking a significant milestone nearly four years after its initial release. According to recent data from Statcounter, Windows 11 now operates on 51.77% of all Windows PCs, edging out Windows 10, which holds 45.02% . This shift is...

In a striking illustration of shifting digital sovereignty priorities across Europe, Lyon, France’s third-largest city, has announced its decisive transition away from Microsoft software, embracing a suite of open-source alternatives in a move set to reverberate throughout the continent’s public...

In a significant move towards digital sovereignty, the city of Lyon, France, has announced plans to transition its public administration from Microsoft Office to open-source alternatives. This strategic shift aims to reduce dependence on American software solutions and enhance control over the...

Denmark's Ministry of Digital Affairs has announced a strategic shift in its software infrastructure, opting to replace Microsoft Office with the open-source suite LibreOffice while retaining the Windows operating system. This decision underscores the ministry's commitment to enhancing digital...

Skype Retires; Teams Archiving Boosts Compliance Capabilities In a bold strategic move, Microsoft is streamlining its communication offerings by retiring Skype for consumers on May 5, 2025. At the same time, new integrated archiving solutions are evolving around its modern communication...

The software world is often described as fast-moving, but few technologies exemplify both meteoric rise and gradual fading into obsolescence quite like Skype. Once hailed as the trailblazer of internet-based communications, Skype’s upcoming retirement marks not just the closing of a chapter for...

Microsoft is once again reshaping how we access remote desktop environments on Windows. In a move designed to simplify and enhance remote connectivity, Microsoft has announced that the Windows Remote Desktop app available from the Microsoft Store will be retired on May 27, 2025. Users are now...

Microsoft’s announcement to discontinue support for the Remote Desktop app for Windows signals a significant change in the way organizations and individual users will interact with remote access tools in the modern workplace. The gradual evolution and eventual replacement of such a critical...

Since its introduction more than three decades ago, Microsoft Publisher has carved out a quiet but enduring niche in the digital ecosystem. Over its long lifespan, the desktop publishing tool empowered small businesses, home offices, educational institutions, and everyday users to create...

The looming sunset of Microsoft Publisher has created an unexpected crossroads for millions who rely on the software to power everything from church bulletins to community flyers. Microsoft’s decision to end the desktop publishing application’s support in October 2026, coinciding with the...

Microsoft, in true tech titan fashion, has dropped yet another surprise announcement in the winding saga of Microsoft Teams—this time, giving Classic Teams users fair warning before a major feature takes the long walk off a short timeline. The software giant has revealed it is retiring the...

Microsoft is set to retire the beloved Windows 10 version of OneNote, and the clock is ticking for its loyal users. While OneNote for Windows 10 has earned a cult following—many users swear by its quirks and familiar interface—Microsoft’s drive toward a unified, modern experience means that...

Microsoft’s decision to discontinue Publisher after 35 years is one of those watershed moments that feels both inevitable and poignant. For countless Windows users, Microsoft Publisher wasn’t merely a relic from the past—it was a household name in the world of desktop publishing. As the company...

Microsoft Publisher, the 34-year-old desktop publishing stalwart, is bowing out of Microsoft 365 subscriptions—a move that marks the end of an era for users who’ve relied on its simplicity and niche functionalities for decades. While some may fondly recall Publisher as the go-to tool for...

Not Just Skype: Microsoft Retires a 34-Year-Old Legacy App Microsoft is making waves once again as it retires one of its most venerable applications—a tool that has been part of the Microsoft ecosystem for 34 years. While many users have been bracing for the evolution from Skype to Microsoft...

Microsoft Abandons Publisher: Now It’s Time to Hope (and Rely on) Word In a move that’s sending ripples through the Windows community, Microsoft has effectively given Microsoft Publisher the boot. According to a recent piece by The Register, if you’re a Publisher user, your next step is to...

Recent Developments In what some might consider a long-overdue decision, Microsoft appears to be preparing to shut down Skype, echoing trends in the communication software market as rival platforms like Discord and Microsoft Teams gain traction. This news comes from deep within the software's...

If you’re eyeing a change from Windows 10 or find yourself yearning for the simplicity of the Windows XP era, the new Free10 Linux distribution might be just what you need. Touted by ZDNet and developed as a repack of the Q40S Linux base, Free10 offers a refreshing alternative that eases the...

The clock is officially ticking for Windows 10, and if you’re a Microsoft 365 subscriber, the upcoming changes could feel like they’re straight out of a nightmare you didn’t ask for. Microsoft has announced that October 14, 2025, will mark not only the end of support for Windows 10 but also the...

Introduction Recent reports indicate a significant warning for Windows users. Approximately 70% of all Windows users are now at risk due to a combination of factors involving Microsoft’s updates, particularly around Windows 10 and the transition to Windows 11. Cybersecurity expert Zak, who has...