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For millions of Windows 10 users, a significant deadline is rapidly approaching. Microsoft's planned end-of-support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, marks a turning point for anyone still relying on this enduring operating system. Unless you're prepared to pay for the Extended Security...

Securing personal and professional information on Windows 11 has become an essential discipline for users seeking to protect their privacy and data integrity. As cyber threats and data breaches continue to proliferate, built-in encryption tools like the Encrypting File System (EFS) and BitLocker...

With the arrival of Windows 11 version 24H2, Microsoft is delivering what may be the operating system’s most transformative update yet, both in terms of visible innovations and the underlying technology powering the experience. This fresh release—rolling out broadly via Windows Update—ushers in...

As the end-of-support deadline for Windows 10 approaches, a tidal wave of deals has surged across the web, offering users a limited-time opportunity to upgrade their PCs to Windows 11 at significantly reduced prices. Among the most eye-catching promotions is the offer highlighted by 9to5Toys...

Microsoft’s continuing evolution of Windows Update policy, especially for Windows 11 users, has taken a strikingly assertive turn with the broad rollout of the 24H2 update. Marked as the Windows 11 2024 Update, this release is no longer an optional affair for most everyday users: Microsoft has...

In the evolving landscape of Windows 11 security, many users are reconsidering the role of traditional third-party antivirus software. What was once an essential pillar of any PC setup is no longer a clear-cut necessity for everyone, as highlighted by personal accounts and shifting industry...

When considering the vast array of features that ship natively with Windows, it’s easy to overlook the system’s more understated, “hidden” tools—those which don’t command space on your Start menu but deliver focused enhancements that make everyday tasks easier, more secure, or more efficient...

As Microsoft advances towards the planned sunset of Windows 10 support, millions of users face a pressing question: is your PC ready for Windows 11? For those still weighing their upgrade options or faced with compatibility uncertainties, checking Windows 11 readiness is not just a matter of...

Securing a new Windows PC is a vital step that often gets overlooked in the excitement of setting up a fresh machine. However, investing time in strengthening your system’s security from day one pays dividends in peace of mind, data protection, and resilience against evolving cyber threats. The...

Windows 11 continues to surprise its users. The latest April 2025 cumulative update—KB5055523—has introduced an unexpected twist: the creation of an empty "inetpub" folder in the root of the C: drive, even on systems where Internet Information Services (IIS) is not installed. While the folder’s...

When you get a new Windows 11 PC, it's exciting to start personalizing the device with your favorite apps, wallpapers, and settings. However, the excitement should not overshadow one critical step: securing your device from the outset. Security is the foundation upon which all your digital...

Microsoft’s recent Windows 11 update, released in April 2025 as part of the 24H2 Patch Tuesday updates, has introduced an unexpected and somewhat enigmatic element to many users’ systems—a mysterious, empty folder named "inetpub" appearing on the system drive, typically C:\inetpub. While the...

Microsoft has officially launched its much-anticipated Recall feature, a significant addition to Windows 11, now available on select Copilot+ PCs. This feature aims to revolutionize how users interact with their computers by providing a comprehensive, searchable history of their on-screen...

Windows 11’s security landscape is shifting again, and this time the news carries both technical nuance and real-world consequences: Microsoft is officially deprecating the Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) Enclaves feature for certain Windows 11 systems, including the widely deployed 23H2...

With momentum building and the clock ticking toward October 14, 2025, Microsoft’s official end-of-support date for Windows 10, millions of PC users now face a crucial decision-point. When this day arrives, the world’s most popular desktop operating system will reach its maintenance twilight, no...

The future of personal and business computing is very much a story in flux, and in few places is that clearer than in the unfolding saga of Windows 11. Microsoft’s latest operating system, especially in its 24H2 update, is framed as the digital foundation for the next era: secure, AI-powered...

The countdown to the end of Windows 10 is officially on, and millions of users face an urgent crossroads. With Microsoft set to discontinue updates and support for Windows 10 in October 2025, users are being shepherded toward Windows 11. For many, this is an exciting opportunity to embrace...

Imagine your beloved laptop—perhaps one you purchased during the heady pandemic days, or maybe a secondhand stalwart that’s seen more Windows updates than you’ve had hot dinners. Now, imagine being told by Microsoft itself: “Upgrade to Windows 11… or else.” The catch? Your faithful machine can’t...

Windows 11 users might assume their shiny operating system already deploys every cyber shield in the arsenal; after all, Microsoft hasn’t exactly been shy about touting its security credentials. But, lurking a few menu layers deep, a secret weapon waits: core isolation technology. Welcome to the...

Let’s set the scene: you’re sitting at your desk, sipping a lukewarm cup of coffee, blissfully unaware that the foundation of your computer’s safety net is about to get a surprise patch—actually, scratch that—a surprise removal. Cue the dramatic music. Microsoft, in its eternal quest for both...