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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...

As support for Windows 10 approaches its inevitable end, millions of users worldwide are facing a pivotal choice: upgrade to a new computer for Windows 11 or explore alternative operating systems that will breathe new life into existing hardware. The “End of 10” campaign has emerged as a...

As the end of Windows 10 support looms on the horizon, millions of users worldwide are facing an increasingly urgent question: what should they do with their trusted, and often still highly functional, PCs once Microsoft officially pulls the plug? The reality is, while official support ends on...

As Windows 10 approaches its scheduled retirement date on October 14, 2025, Microsoft has issued a notable update to its servicing roadmap. In a somewhat unexpected move, the company will continue to provide security updates for key Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 10 for three years after the...

For decades, the world of desktop operating systems has been dominated by a familiar battle: Windows versus everything else. As someone who grew up living and breathing Windows—from the pixelated charm of Windows 3.1, through the game-changing Windows XP era, to the ambitious pushes of Windows...

With Microsoft winding down support for Windows 10, one of the world’s most popular operating systems, a pivotal moment has arrived for millions. The “End of 10” campaign, a grassroots push to welcome users to Linux, is capturing attention as frustration brews over Windows 11’s shifting...

Microsoft Drops Windows 10 Support in 2025: Time to Upgrade to Windows 11 Microsoft's support update announcement has set off a chain reaction, prompting enthusiasts and everyday users alike to re-examine their upgrade plans. With Windows 10 support officially ending on October 14, 2025, users...

As the countdown to Windows 10’s official end-of-life reaches its final months, a perfect storm is gathering for millions of PC owners and IT decision-makers around the world. According to sector analysts and cross-verified industry estimates, roughly 240 million computers risk obsolescence once...

With more than a billion PCs in the world and StatCounter data indicating that 71 percent run Windows, Microsoft’s stranglehold on the desktop remains robust—but not unshakeable. As of this writing, around 4 percent of desktops worldwide operate on Linux, representing tens of millions of users...

For years, the global desktop operating system market has been dominated by Microsoft Windows, cementing itself as the go-to platform for both homes and businesses. StatCounter data cited in recent analysis still places Windows atop the desktop OS hierarchy, with about 71 percent usage among...

In the evolving landscape of operating systems, Microsoft's Windows 11 has set new benchmarks for performance and security. However, its stringent hardware requirements have left many users with older PCs unable to upgrade. Enter Tiny11, a streamlined version of Windows 11 designed to breathe...

As Microsoft approaches the official end of support for Windows 10 in October 2025, many users find themselves at a crossroads, pondering their next steps. While Windows 11 stands as the forefront successor, its stringent hardware requirements—like TPM 2.0 and newer CPUs—leave a significant...

As Microsoft prepares to end mainstream support for Windows 10 in October 2025, a crucial juncture approaches for countless users still relying on this venerable operating system. The cessation of security updates, patches, and technical assistance will leave Windows 10 PCs perilously exposed to...

As the official end of support for Windows 10 approaches in October 2025, users and organizations face a critical crossroads. Windows 10, a stalwart operating system since its 2015 launch, will cease receiving security patches, feature updates, and technical support. This transition brings both...

Microsoft’s announcement that regular support for Windows 10 will end in October 2025 has stirred significant discussion among users whose devices do not meet Windows 11’s stringent hardware requirements. As many PCs worldwide still rely on Windows 10, the question arises: what are the feasible...

With official free support for Windows 10 ending in October 2025, users and organizations face a crossroads that is influencing their upgrade strategies and long-term planning. Microsoft’s decision to retire Windows 10 affects security, compatibility, and the very viability of systems running...

As Windows 10’s official support expiration date looms in October 2025, millions of users face critical decisions about their computing futures. For those whose PCs do not meet the stringent hardware requirements for Windows 11, this transition can be particularly daunting. Yet, the end of...

Windows 10 LTSC: The Overlooked Escape Route for Users Facing End of Support With Windows 10 support inching towards its October sunset, millions of users face a daunting decision: upgrade to newer hardware for Windows 11, experiment with alternatives like Linux, or risk operating a vulnerable...

Switching computer ecosystems is never just about hardware speed or visual polish. Often, it’s a testament to how thoroughly a platform can map itself to the everyday workflows of its users. When one of Windows’ most ardent users moves to macOS—and finds little reason to look back—it delivers a...

The recent arrival of CrossOver 25 represents a momentous leap in the ongoing campaign to dissolve the historically unshakable grip that Windows holds over PC gaming and productivity software. For decades, the prospect of running Windows applications—especially video games—on macOS or Linux has...