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  1. Microsoft’s April 8, 2025 Baseline: Critical Changes for Windows & Office Enterprises

    On April 8, 2025, a pivotal update from Microsoft will define a new baseline for Windows and Office administrators, IT professionals, and enterprise users across the globe. This transition reflects a significant evolution in Microsoft’s servicing, support, and security postures—an anticipated...
  2. Microsoft Updates Secure Boot Certificates for Windows Devices Before 2026 Expiry

    Here's a summary of the key information from the Microsoft Support article on Windows devices for home users, businesses, and schools with Microsoft-managed updates: What's Happening? Microsoft is updating the Secure Boot certificates (originally issued in 2011 and expiring starting June 2026)...
  3. Windows 11 Performance, Security, and AI Features: Is It Truly Faster?

    Windows 11 has emerged at the center of Microsoft’s efforts to reimagine PC computing, distinguishing itself not only as the successor to Windows 10 but also as a standard-bearer for AI-first hardware and software integration. As the lifecycle of Windows 10 draws to a close, the debate over...
  4. Windows 11 Update Scan Hang Fixed: Microsoft’s Rapid Response to Critical Bug

    In June 2025, Microsoft addressed a widespread and deeply frustrating issue for Windows 11 users: the notorious Windows Update scanning hang. This critical bug, long the subject of mounting complaints on forums and official channels, caused the Windows Update function to freeze indefinitely when...
  5. Microsoft Extends Free Windows 10 Security Updates to 2026: What You Need to Know

    In an unexpected but potentially welcome move for millions of users worldwide, Microsoft has announced an extension of free security updates for Windows 10 into 2026—with critical caveats that complicate what initially seems like generous news. As the official end-of-support date for Windows 10...
  6. Microsoft Announces Free Windows 10 Security Updates Post-October 2025 End of Support

    When the news first broke that Windows 10 would officially reach its end of support on October 14, 2025, the resounding concern among millions of users worldwide echoed a now-familiar refrain: what happens next? Microsoft’s latest announcement, detailed in BleepingComputer and confirmed by...
  7. Microsoft Extends Free Windows 10 Security Updates with Cloud Backup Requirement

    When Microsoft announced its plans to retire Windows 10 in October, millions of users worldwide were left contemplating their next steps in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Now, in a move that blends generosity with strategic design, Microsoft is offering a reprieve: a full extra year of free...
  8. Windows 11 System Restore: 60-Day Retention & How to Protect Your Data

    Windows 11 users face an increasingly urgent reality as Microsoft confirms that System Restore points—vital lifelines for troubleshooting and undoing system changes—are now subject to a firm 60-day deletion policy. This marks an official departure from previous, longer retention periods in...
  9. Windows 11 24H2 Update Limits System Restore Points to 60 Days: What You Need to Know

    With the release of Windows 11 24H2, Microsoft has ushered in a subtle yet significant change that directly affects how millions of users protect themselves from system mishaps: system restore point retention is now limited to 60 days by default. While this might sound like a minor tweak on the...
  10. Windows 11 24H2 Update Blocked by Western Digital SN770 SSD Firmware Issue

    Windows 11’s ambitious 24H2 feature update, released in autumn 2024, promised a wave of new capabilities, security enhancements, and performance tweaks for millions of users. Yet beneath the headlines about AI-powered Copilot upgrades and improved gaming modes, another quieter story began to...
  11. Microsoft’s Driver Management Shift in Windows 11: What Users Need to Know

    As millions of Windows 11 users increasingly depend on their PCs for work, creativity, and gaming, Microsoft’s behind-the-scenes decisions about driver management can have a far-reaching impact. The latest policy shift—the decision to stop pushing older, so-called legacy drivers through Windows...
  12. Penguin Solutions Unveils Next-Gen Stratus ztC Endurance for Ultra-Reliable Fault-Tolerant Computing

    Fault-tolerant computing has long been a critical foundation for industries that cannot afford even a moment’s downtime. In an era dominated by digital-first business models, resilient IT infrastructure is not just a technical luxury—it is a necessity. Penguin Solutions’ recent unveiling of the...
  13. How to Check Your Windows Version and Build for Updates & Security

    Determining which version of Windows runs on your PC is fundamental for staying on top of updates, ensuring compatibility, and troubleshooting effectively. With the rapid rollout of major updates like Windows 11 24H2, many users are left wondering not only if they have the latest features, but...
  14. Why Is Windows 11 Playing the Vista Startup Sound? Causes & Fixes

    In recent developments, Windows 11 users have reported an unexpected issue where the operating system plays the Windows Vista startup sound during boot. This anomaly has sparked curiosity and concern among users, leading to discussions about its origins and implications. Understanding the Issue...
  15. Windows 10 End of Life 2025: Are You Ready for the Switch to Windows 11?

    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...
  16. Why Windows Users Should Consider Switching to Linux and LibreOffice Before Windows 10 Ends Support

    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...
  17. Microsoft Introduces Native Windows 10 to Windows 11 Migration Tool for Seamless Transition

    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...
  18. Aging Laptops and Security Updates: What Windows and Mac Users Need to Know

    Few questions provoke as much anxiety—and spark as much confusion—in the tech community as the fate of aging laptops and whether they’ll continue to receive vital security updates. The launch of Windows 11 several years ago reignited this debate, sending shockwaves across forums, households, and...
  19. New Windows Migration Tool Simplifies Moving from Windows 10 to Windows 11

    Here's a summary of the new migration tool Microsoft is working on for Windows 10 and Windows 11, based on the details from the article you shared: What is it? Purpose: To help users easily migrate (transfer) their files and settings from an old Windows 10 PC to a new Windows 11 PC. How: The...
  20. Will Your Mac or Windows PC Receive Updates in 2026? A Complete Support Lifespan Guide

    Apple and Microsoft have long been at the center of debates regarding device longevity, support lifespans, and the true meaning of “planned obsolescence.” As concerns about cybersecurity rise and budgets tighten for businesses and home users alike, knowing whether your Mac or Windows PC will...