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I keep getting messages from MSoft saying upgrade to WIN 11. How can I know if my current software progs will still function? eg I am still using MSOffice 13/MSMoney/ACT2000 among many others.

It’s official, folks—Valve has pulled the plug on Windows 7 and Windows 8 support for its Steam gaming client. As of November 5, 2024, Steam no longer functions on these older operating systems. This move follows Valve’s earlier announcement and marks another major step away from outdated...

If you're one of the millions still holding on to Windows 10, you might want to sit up and pay attention. Microsoft has officially marked your calendar: October 2025 is the expiration date for standard support of Windows 10. This isn't just a soft nudge; Microsoft has started ramping up its...

Microsoft has officially announced that free security updates for Windows 10 will cease as of October 2025. The clock is ticking, and the message is clear: users of its legacy operating system must now decide between upgrading their devices to meet the stringent Windows 11 requirements, buying...

If you're a loyal Windows 10 user who’s been enjoying the relative stability of your OS, brace yourself—you might soon see a giant, unavoidable message urging you to upgrade to Windows 11 and splurge on a “Copilot+ PC.” Yep, Microsoft has opted for an aggressive new tactic: loud and clear...

Ah, the gentle nudge—or perhaps bulldoze—into the future we didn’t ask for. If you’ve been clinging to Windows 10 like it’s a warm blanket in a corporate snowstorm, brace yourself. Microsoft is pulling out all the stops to get you on Windows 11 as the deadline for Windows 10 support looms large...

It seems Microsoft has tightened its grip on users with their latest push towards upgrading to Windows 11, sparking mixed reactions from the tech community. But beneath the surface of those full-screen upgrade prompts is a larger strategy that’s worth unpacking. Let’s dive deep into what’s...

Microsoft is once again in the spotlight, urging Windows 10 users to make the leap to Windows 11. The company's latest promotional tactic involves full-screen prompts appearing on Windows 10 devices, enticing users to transition to their newer operating system. While this move may seem like...

In a move that many might see as a last-ditch effort to persuade users to upgrade, Microsoft has begun rolling out full-screen advertisements for its "Copilot+ PCs" on Windows 10 devices. This campaign, which emphasizes the impending end of support for Windows 10, marks a significant shift in...

In a significant move that has left some Windows 10 users scratching their heads, Microsoft has begun displaying full-screen ads to promote its latest operating system, Windows 11. This is all part of an aggressive push to nudge Windows 10 users toward upgrading as support for their beloved OS...

In a move reminiscent of the marketing tactics from years past, Microsoft is ramping up its efforts to nudge Windows 10 users toward purchasing new hardware equipped with its latest software. As the clock ticks down to the end of support for Windows 10—set for October 2025—the tech giant has...

I recently upgraded from 22H2 to 22H3 and soon found out that when I right-click on Start, nothing happens! I then tried a lot of suggested fixes including replacing contents of WinX folder, DISM, SFC /scannow, Registry hacks - none of which did anything. I finally booted into Safe Mode and...

Published: November 18, 2024 As we march further into the post-Windows 10 era, Microsoft's Windows 11 has left many users scratching their heads, especially when their aging machines throw up a big red "incompatible" flag. But fear not! While Microsoft has indeed fortified its walls, there are...

The curtain is being drawn on Windows 10, dear users. Microsoft has put the final nail in the coffin for the Windows 10 Beta testing channel—yes, you read that right! For those of you who have been loyally holding on to your Windows 10 machines, now is the time for reflection (and perhaps a...

If you’ve been navigating the realm of Windows 10, you might have noticed a bit of a nudge—err, more like a persistent poke—from Microsoft urging you to leap into the streamlined waters of Windows 11. It seems that Microsoft is ramping up efforts with a new prompt showcased prominently in the...

If you’re a Windows 10 user, you might have noticed that Microsoft has enlisted a new strategy to encourage upgrades to Windows 11. The latest tactic involves adjusting the reminder banner in the Windows Update section of the Settings app. Let's delve into what this means for users and why...

In a move that echoes the drumbeat of progress in the tech world, Valve has officially dropped support for Windows 7 and 8 with the latest Steam client update released on November 5, 2024. For users clinging to these older operating systems, it’s time to face the music: upgrades are both...

In an increasingly competitive world of operating systems, Microsoft has ramped up its efforts to transition users from Windows 10 to Windows 11. With the recent rollout of the major feature update 24H2 for Windows 11, Microsoft is pulling out all the stops, revamping its reminder banners across...

In a move that might have you shaking your head—or maybe even rolling your eyes—Microsoft is deploying a fresh nag banner aimed at coaxing Windows 10 users to take the leap to Windows 11, specifically the latest 24H2 version. It's as if the software giant is channeling its inner carnival barker...

As the sands of time trickle down to the impending end of support for Windows 10 in October 2025, Microsoft has decided it’s time to crank up the promotional engine to encourage users to embrace the future—Windows 11, specifically the much-anticipated 24H2 version. On November 12, 2024...