A Southern California resident’s lawsuit against Microsoft over the planned end of Windows 10 support has escalated a routine product lifecycle event into a high‑stakes legal and policy battle touching on security, consumer rights, environmental impact, and the commercial dynamics of the...
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Microsoft has officially announced the discontinuation of Windows 11 SE, its education-focused operating system designed for low-cost devices. Support for Windows 11 SE will cease in October 2026, marking the end of software updates, technical assistance, and security fixes for this edition. The...
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Microsoft's recent announcement to discontinue Windows 11 SE by October 2026 marks the end of its latest endeavor to penetrate the education sector dominated by Google's Chrome OS. Launched in 2021, Windows 11 SE was designed as a streamlined, cloud-first operating system tailored for students...
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Microsoft's fiscal second-quarter earnings report for 2025 has been hailed as a "blockbuster," underscoring the company's strategic advancements in cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI). The tech giant reported a 12% year-over-year increase in revenue, reaching $69.6 billion, and a...
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Microsoft’s relentless momentum in the enterprise software market remains a focal point for both investors and industry analysts, with recent reports fueling optimism about the tech giant’s near- and long-term prospects. Among the latest to reaffirm confidence in the company’s trajectory is...
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ChatGPT has achieved a staggering 900 million downloads worldwide, decisively outpacing all competing AI chatbots and signaling a seismic shift in the way people interact with artificial intelligence applications. Data validated by independent analytics provider Sensor Tower places Google’s...
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As of July 2025, Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 to become Microsoft's most widely used desktop operating system. According to data from StatCounter, Windows 11 now holds a 50.88% share of the Windows desktop market, edging out Windows 10, which has declined to 46.2% .
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In late June 2025, Microsoft faced scrutiny over a blog post that appeared to suggest a significant decline in Windows users. The post initially stated that Windows was powering "over a billion" active devices, a notable decrease from the "over 1.4 billion" figure reported in 2022. This...
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In the ever-evolving landscape of digital productivity tools, Microsoft 365 remains a cornerstone for individuals and businesses alike. However, the cost of maintaining a subscription can add up over time. Fortunately, savvy consumers have discovered ways to extend their Microsoft 365 Personal...
A fresh wave of job cuts at one of the world's most influential tech giants has rippled through the Pacific Northwest, as Microsoft confirmed another 305 employees will be laid off in Washington state. This measure, announced through a recent Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN)...
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The clock is ticking for Windows 10, with Microsoft’s official End of Life (EOL) date circled on calendars as 14 October. Yet, against industry expectations and perhaps Microsoft’s own ambitions, the majority of Windows users remain steadfastly on the decade-old operating system. Even more...
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Microsoft’s recent decision to lay off approximately 6,000 employees—a move impacting about three percent of its global workforce—sent ripples through the technology industry, raising immediate questions about the motivations behind such a wide-ranging realignment. For anyone expecting a...
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The atmosphere at this year’s Dell Technologies World was charged with a sense of inevitability—change driven by artificial intelligence is not just on the horizon, but already remaking the PC market. Dell executives touted their “all in” commitment to AI PCs, making bold product and partnership...
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of operating systems, Microsoft Windows 11 Pro stands out as a significant upgrade, offering a suite of advanced features tailored for both personal and professional use. Recently, a promotional offer has emerged, allowing users to acquire a lifetime license for...
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In a recent twist from the world of institutional investing, hedge fund First City Capital Management Inc. has nudged its stake in Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) higher by 2.2% during the fourth quarter. While this may sound like just another financial maneuver to the untrained eye, for Windows users...
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