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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...

With the curtain slowly coming down on Windows 10 support by October 2025, the urgency to choose your next operating system has started to sink in across personal and corporate computing landscapes alike. For many, a straightforward upgrade to Windows 11 will make perfect sense. For others...

Microsoft’s campaign to nudge users toward Windows 11 has reached new levels of intensity. Updates to the company’s official support pages now place the newest operating system’s advantages front and center, a pivot that’s as transparent as it is deliberate. While some consumers and IT...

There comes a time in every technology user’s life when a tired, sluggish desktop or a parade of replacement hardware inevitably leads to one simple question: do I dare perform a clean install of Windows… again? For those in the know—especially the IT crowd who moonlight as unofficial family...

Microsoft has rolled out yet another update that promises to keep our beloved Windows 11 machines safe and sound during upgrades, and this time it’s the KB5059281 Safe OS Dynamic Update for Windows 11, versions 22H2 and 23H2, dropping fresh as of April 22, 2025. Yes, the future is now—at least...

With nearly half of the Windows universe clinging to their beloved, familiar Windows 10 machines, Microsoft finds itself in a peculiar position: like an earnest parent trying to coax a child into eating their vegetables, Redmond’s finest are pointing at TPM 2.0 and saying, “Trust us—this time...

You sit down, coffee in hand, ready to get some work done, only to find your computer stuck in molasses. Windows takes its sweet time booting up. Applications crawl to life. Pop-ups from yesteryear haunt your desktop. Is this digital déjà vu? Or are you simply overdue for an upgrade? For...

Windows 10’s End-of-Support Dilemma: Are You Leaving the Front Door Open? As the digital clock ticks toward October 14, 2025, a stark reality looms over millions of Windows users: the end of free security updates for Windows 10. This isn’t just a routine software update pause—it’s a fundamental...

My wife is a very heavy user of Chrome, but seems to be pushing it to the limits of its abilities. My question is what are the limits? Can I have 200 tabs open? Her machine is a 13th generation Intel i7. I increased her memory from 32GB to 64GB. Windows 11 Pro, current version. She usually has...

Brace yourselves, Windows enthusiasts! Microsoft has unapologetically confirmed it will not—repeat, not—soften the minimum hardware requirements for Windows 11. The announcement solidifies the need for a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 chip and compatible CPUs, leaving many older PCs out in...

Upgrading to the latest version of Windows is crucial not only for accessing fresh features but also for ensuring the security and efficiency of your system. The newly released Windows 11 version 23H2 comes with enhancements that can significantly improve user experience. This guide is designed...

In recent developments, Microsoft has officially disabled a popular workaround that bypassed the hardware requirements for installing Windows 11 on incompatible older PCs. This move signifies the company’s ongoing efforts to tighten the security and performance standards of its operating system...

Creating a bootable USB drive for Windows 11 is a vital task for users who wish to upgrade from Windows 10 or reset a sluggish system. This comprehensive guide delves into the methods for creating a Windows 11 bootable USB, covering easy steps, tools needed, and what to consider throughout the...

The past few weeks haven't been easy for Microsoft. Following the Recall debacle, the technology giant is faced with ongoing security threats that concern a large portion of Windows users. Recent reports reveal that around 70% of all Windows users are potentially at risk due to a looming...

This question may be quite rudimentary to many of the experts here, but I just wish to not make a mistake that causes me great issues with my system and current data. I am currently running Windows 10 using ASUS prime Z270-A motherboard and intel i5 6500 cpu. My Motherboard has TPM 2.0 enabled...

Hello, I'm wanting to upgrade from Win10 Home to Pro, so I went to the start area and entered Update, then clicked "Check for updates". The screen that popped up had a few icons in the upper right-hand corner, one being Windows Update. Below those words I see Attention needed. When I click...

Since the upgrade from 21H2 to 22H2 , in Windows11, Im getting 20 times , ID=1108 in the eventviewer . After each reboot they appear again , 10 times ; id=1108 , errorcode 15005 , eventid=0 and ;10 times ; id=1108 , errorcode 15003 ...

I have a little problem. If I install windows 10 and not choose to wipe my drive,will it put everything in my D drive in my C drive Windows.old folder?

My desktop finished updating Windows 10 this morning, after which I got the dreaded "black screen". Has anyone else encountered this recently? I tried to call Microsoft, but evidently they no longer take phone calls and want you to go online to Just Answer for which there is a charge. If you're...

I'm about to upgrade some of my components, and by that I mean I'm basically building a whole new machine...I'm going to replace my motherboard/cpu, video card, RAM, and adding a second SSD for more storage. So essentially the only things I'll be keeping are my PSU and current SSD. When I do all...