As the dog days of summer bring a fresh wave of tech news, this week’s Windows Weekly episode fueled fierce debate and unveiled new surprises across the Microsoft ecosystem. Leo Laporte, Richard Campbell, and Paul Thurrott—fixtures of the Windows enthusiast circuit—dug into a mixed bag of...
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For many long-time fans of Final Fantasy 14, the approach of autumn brings a bittersweet change that marks a new era for both the game and its vast community. On October 14, a significant support milestone will take place: Square Enix will end full support for Final Fantasy 14 on Windows 10...
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In an era where operating systems seem to be on the perpetual cusp of obsolescence, Microsoft’s continued support for Windows 10 has both reassured users and subjected them to an array of unforeseen complications born from its latest updates. One such complication, highlighted by the July...
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Microsoft has announced that Microsoft 365 apps will continue to receive security updates on Windows 10 until October 10, 2028, extending support three years beyond the operating system's end-of-support date of October 14, 2025.
Feature updates for Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 10 will cease...
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Microsoft has announced a significant shift in its support strategy for Microsoft 365 applications on Windows 10, signaling a pivotal moment for users of the decade-old operating system. Starting August 2026, Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 10 will cease to receive new feature updates, a move that...
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Windows 10 users around the world are standing at a major crossroads as the official end of support approaches. After nearly a decade of dominance, Windows 10—still the world’s most widely used desktop operating system—will reach the end of its official support lifecycle in October 2025...
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Microsoft’s recent confirmation that it will end the rollout of new Office features for Windows 10 users by August 2026 marks a significant transitional phase in the Windows ecosystem, effectively setting a timeline for the full sunset of Windows 10 support for both consumers and enterprises. As...
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The recent Patch Tuesday update cycle, a routine event familiar to millions of Windows users worldwide, has once again drawn attention—not merely for its intended security improvements and under-the-hood enhancements, but also for an unintentional side effect that is impacting end-user...
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As the October 14, 2025, end-of-support date for Windows 10 approaches, users face critical decisions regarding their operating systems. Post this date, Microsoft will cease providing free security updates, technical support, and software updates for Windows 10, potentially exposing systems to...
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Despite widespread speculation stemming from ambiguous language in a recent Microsoft blog post, confirmed data shows that Windows 11 continues to operate on approximately 1.4 billion monthly active devices worldwide, dispelling rumors of a dramatic decline in user numbers that circulated...
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Microsoft has recently begun deploying update KB5001716 to Windows 10 versions 21H2 and 22H2, aiming to refresh the Windows Update Service components. This update is designed to facilitate the transition of eligible systems to Windows 11 24H2 by ensuring that update mechanisms are current and...
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For PC owners clinging to Windows 10 past its official support lifecycle, Microsoft’s recent announcement on Extended Security Updates (ESU) eligibility lands as both a relief and a critical pivot point in the Windows ecosystem. Contrary to prior uncertainty, Microsoft has now formally confirmed...
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As Windows 10 approaches its end-of-life on October 14, 2025, Microsoft has introduced the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program to provide users with options for maintaining security updates beyond this date. Initially, the ESU program required a $30 annual fee for consumers to receive an...
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Microsoft's recent out-of-band update aims to rectify a critical issue introduced by June's Patch Tuesday updates, which left several Surface Hub v1 devices unbootable. The problematic update, identified as KB5060533 for Windows 10 versions 21H2 and 22H2, caused affected devices to display the...
Microsoft's recent advertising campaign for Windows 11 has ignited significant controversy among users and industry observers. The campaign, prominently featured on the official Windows YouTube channel, urges users to be on the "right side of risk" by upgrading to Windows 11 and specifically...
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Windows 10's impending end-of-support date on October 14, 2025, has prompted users to explore alternatives to maintain a secure and stable operating system. One such alternative is the Windows 10 Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC), particularly the Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 edition...
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As the countdown to Microsoft’s October 2025 end-of-support deadline for Windows 10 accelerates, enterprises across the Middle East face a pivotal moment in their digital transformation journeys. The shift away from Windows 10—a platform that has served as the backbone of business IT for nearly...
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As the clock ticks toward October 14, 2025, millions of Windows 10 users around the globe—including the many residents and businesses of Murcia—are facing a crucial crossroads. Microsoft’s planned end-of-support for Windows 10 isn’t just a date on the calendar; it’s a sea change that will...
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Change and resistance—these two forces have always danced together in the evolution of Microsoft Windows. The winds of May have swirled with unusual fervor as Microsoft’s latest round of updates has rekindled this familiar tension, not with radical innovation or catastrophic misstep, but with...
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Microsoft has recently released Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.5912 (KB5058481) to the Release Preview Channel, introducing a series of enhancements and fixes aimed at improving user experience and system performance.
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