Windows Hello is a biometric authentication feature in Windows that allows users to sign in using facial recognition, fingerprints, or a PIN. The availability of Windows Hello can be influenced by various factors, including system settings, hardware compatibility, and organizational policies...
The KERNEL_SECURITY_CHECK_FAILURE error in Windows 10 and Windows 11 represents one of the more alarming encounters for everyday users and IT professionals alike. When this error surfaces—frequently signaled by the iconic Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)—it indicates that the Windows kernel has...
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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...
The release of Windows 10 KB5063159 has swiftly drawn attention—both relief and skepticism—across the enterprise technology landscape, after June’s Patch Tuesday updates left a wave of broken Surface Hubs in their wake and triggered broader questions about Microsoft’s update quality control. For...
In an incident that highlights both the power and pitfalls of automatic software updates in enterprise environments, Microsoft recently found itself racing to resolve a critical issue introduced by its own Patch Tuesday update. The problem, affecting Surface Hub v1 devices, left administrators...
As the end of support for Windows 10 approaches, a palpable shift is under way in the world of desktop operating systems. For countless users, October 14, 2025—the day Microsoft officially drops support for Windows 10—represents more than a routine software sunset. It marks a crossroads, forcing...
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AMD has released a new chipset driver update, version 7.06.02.123, for all supported Ryzen CPUs and platforms. This update introduces Control-flow Enforcement Technology (CET) compatibility, enhancing system security by mitigating common malware techniques such as memory hijacking and code...
As Microsoft’s historic October 14, 2025, deadline barrels toward more than 700 million Windows 10 users worldwide, the sense of urgency is rising across the global PC ecosystem. In just over 100 days, Windows 10—an operating system still found on the majority of desktops everywhere—will lose...
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With the end of Windows 10 support now just months away, Microsoft is ramping up efforts to shepherd users into the era of Windows 11. The announcement and rapid rollout of KB5061087—a significant Windows 10 update—signals this transition with new urgency, but it also brings a feature that could...
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AMD’s continual push to keep its Ryzen platforms secure and performing at their best took another step forward with the release of chipset driver version 7.06.02.123—available now for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users. This rollout comes on the heels of a major firmware patch addressing the...
As October 14, 2025 approaches, the world stands on the threshold of a dramatic shift in personal and enterprise computing. Millions of users—ranging from home enthusiasts to Fortune 500 corporations—are confronting an inevitability: Microsoft will end all official support for Windows 10. This...
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A growing number of Windows users are heading toward a critical milestone, yet many remain startlingly unaware of their system specifics—including which version of Windows is installed on their devices. As Microsoft’s official Windows 10 End of Life date looms ever closer (set for October 14...
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Windows users long accustomed to the flexibility and familiarity of Microsoft’s flagship operating system may find themselves at a crossroads in the coming months. As Windows 10’s end-of-support date draws closer, LibreOffice—the best-known free and open-source office suite—has joined a growing...
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As Microsoft prepares to discontinue support for Windows 10 in October 2025, the pressure on users and organizations to transition to Windows 11— or consider alternatives — has reached new heights. Historically, Microsoft operating systems have maintained an unrivaled presence across public and...
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As the end-of-life (EOL) date for Windows 10 draws near, the sense of urgency within the technology world grows with each passing month. By October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially cease to provide security updates, bug fixes, and technical support for the widely adopted operating system...
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Microsoft’s approach to keeping its Windows ecosystem secure and resilient has long centered on iterative updates, but recent developments have shone a spotlight on one lesser-known aspect of its update strategy: dynamic updates. While Patch Tuesday cumulative updates and feature upgrades...
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Microsoft has officially announced that support for Windows 10 will conclude on October 14, 2025. After this date, the operating system will no longer receive security updates, non-security updates, bug fixes, or technical support. (learn.microsoft.com) This impending end-of-support has raised...
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As the clock winds down on Windows 10’s long run, with its official end-of-support date set for October 14, 2025, millions of users find themselves at a pivotal crossroads. Since its introduction in 2015, Windows 10 has been the backbone of both personal and professional computing for over a...
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Microsoft is introducing a native migration tool within Windows 10 to facilitate the transition to Windows 11, addressing the challenges users face as the end of support for Windows 10 approaches in October 2025.
The new migration feature is integrated into the existing Windows Backup...
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As the October 14, 2025, end-of-support date for Windows 10 approaches, Microsoft is intensifying efforts to transition users to Windows 11. This strategic push is evident through various initiatives aimed at encouraging upgrades, including direct in-system notifications and promotional...
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