Microsoft has shipped the August 12, 2025 cumulative security update for Windows 11, version 24H2 (KB5063878, OS Build 26100.4946), a routine Patch Tuesday release that combines the latest servicing stack update with the monthly cumulative update, patches a range of security issues, and contains...
Microsoft has quietly expanded its Surface firmware this week to give Snapdragon-powered Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 owners the same on-device battery charge-limit controls that Intel-based models and the newer Surface Pro 12‑inch and Surface Laptop 13‑inch already received — meaning you...
The short answer is: not in the way Windows and most PC vendors mean when they say “Secure Boot.” Intel-based Macs running Boot Camp do not expose a Microsoft‑style UEFI Secure Boot + TPM environment to Windows the same way a Windows OEM PC does. Boot Camp can adjust trust so Windows will boot...
Battlefield 6’s highly anticipated launch has brought new energy to the storied first-person shooter series, but many PC players have encountered an unexpected roadblock before they can even enter the heat of battle: the Secure Boot requirement. Anyone booting up Battlefield 6 only to be greeted...
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The end of free security updates for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025 is forcing millions of perfectly serviceable PCs to make a decision: pay for Extended Security Updates, retire the hardware, or find a way to install Windows 11 on devices Microsoft no longer “supports.” The good news is that...
The launch of the Battlefield 6 Open Beta has ignited excitement among gamers worldwide, but a new technical hurdle—Secure Boot—has stopped many PC players in their tracks. For the first time in the franchise, Electronic Arts requires Secure Boot to be enabled on Windows 10 and 11 machines to...
Electronic Arts (EA) has officially raised the bar for anti-cheat security in the PC gaming industry by requiring Secure Boot to be enabled for all Battlefield 6 players, beginning with the much-anticipated Open Beta. This move underscores EA’s evolving approach to combating in-game cheating and...
A seismic shift is rippling through PC gaming as Electronic Arts mandates Secure Boot activation for all Windows users wishing to enter the world of Battlefield 6. This requirement, announced on the eve of the game’s high-profile beta, underscores a new era in anti-cheat technology for...
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Upgrading to Windows 11 marks a turning point in personal computing security, as Microsoft has introduced stricter requirements for system integrity. Among these, Secure Boot stands out as a vital feature, offering robust protection against rootkits and boot-level malware that can compromise a...
Dual-booting between Linux and Windows, or even between two distinct Linux distributions, offers the best of both worlds—the versatility of Linux and the familiarity or specialized needs addressed by Windows. Yet, every dual-booter at some point confronts a daunting scenario: suddenly, one of...
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- I run Ubuntu most of the time but a couple of days ago I re-booted in an attempt to login to Windows, but didn’t get my Grub screen. Last boot to Windows was fine with no issues back a couple of weeks ago. during the first recent boot attempt...
I need to do a clean reinstall Windows 11 Pro on my workstation PC.
I usually disconnect all SSD/HDs except for the OS drive which is formatted and overwritten during a clean install.
In this case, the PC has 4 NVMe drives - one of these will be the OS drive. The other 3 drives I want to...
Windows 11’s 24H2 update marks another pivotal step in Microsoft’s vision for secure, performant, and future-ready computing, but for power users, system builders, and upgraders alike, the question of processor compatibility remains both crucial and at times confusing. With a new set of explicit...
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With the end of mainstream support for Windows 10 fast approaching, many PC users are evaluating their options for the future. While some are willing to embrace change by jumping ship to Linux, abandoning Windows entirely isn’t an appealing option for everyone. Whether it’s out of necessity for...
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Yesterday I was installing Linux Mint on a USB key, I repeat, ON, from another live USB key, and at some point GRUB took the place of the Windows Bootloader. I am not sure when, as everything was installed on the USB key, with the bootloader was to be put on the USB key, I even...
When preparing your organization's Windows ecosystem for a pivotal infrastructure update, few developments in recent years compare to the anticipated expiration of Secure Boot certificates in June 2026. Behind every modern Windows startup—whether it’s on an enterprise desktop, a home PC, or a...
Microsoft's Secure Boot, a critical security feature introduced with Windows 8, is undergoing significant updates to its certificate infrastructure to maintain system integrity and trust. These updates are essential as the existing Secure Boot certificates are set to expire in 2026...
Microsoft's Secure Boot, a critical security feature introduced with Windows 8, is undergoing significant updates to its certificate infrastructure to maintain system integrity and trustworthiness. This initiative addresses the impending expiration of existing certificates and enhances defenses...
When faced with the aggravating reality of a Windows 11 installation that keeps looping back to the setup screen after each reboot, even the most seasoned Windows enthusiast can feel bewildered. This vexing cycle not only hinders your ability to deploy a fresh operating system but can also...
Dual-booting Windows and Linux on a single computer remains one of the most effective ways to enjoy the best of both operating systems without compromise. Yet, as many seasoned users discover, simply installing both operating systems is only the beginning. Ensuring they coexist harmoniously...
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