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Microsoft now pushing full-screen ads to get users to Windows 11

Microsoft is aggressively pushing Windows 10 users to buy new PCs and upgrade to Windows 11 before official support ends.

Microsoft wants $30 to let you keep using Windows 10 securely for another year

Consumers can buy Extended Security Updates for Windows 10 for $30, while businesses face higher fees for multiple years.
Microsoft is pushing Windows 11 over Windows 10 as support ends in 2025.

How to upgrade your 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11: Two options

Microsoft will stop security updates for Windows 10 PCs after October 2025 unless users pay for extended support.
Upgrading to Windows 11 is restricted by processor compatibility and TPM requirements, which Microsoft will not change.

With one year to go until Windows 10 end of life, here's what businesses should do to prepare

Businesses must prioritize migration from Windows 10 to Windows 11 in order to avoid security vulnerabilities and e-waste issues.

Windows 11 upgrade? Enterprises have no choice

Windows 11 adoption is increasing, but still falls short of Microsoft's projections three years post-launch.
Significant hardware mandates delayed migration to Windows 11, but device replacements are boosting numbers now.

Your Windows 10 PC can't be upgraded? You have 5 options before support ends in 2025

Windows 10 reaches end-of-support on October 14, 2025, forcing users to migrate to newer versions for ongoing security updates.

Microsoft now pushing full-screen ads to get users to Windows 11

Microsoft is aggressively pushing Windows 10 users to buy new PCs and upgrade to Windows 11 before official support ends.

Microsoft wants $30 to let you keep using Windows 10 securely for another year

Consumers can buy Extended Security Updates for Windows 10 for $30, while businesses face higher fees for multiple years.
Microsoft is pushing Windows 11 over Windows 10 as support ends in 2025.

How to upgrade your 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11: Two options

Microsoft will stop security updates for Windows 10 PCs after October 2025 unless users pay for extended support.
Upgrading to Windows 11 is restricted by processor compatibility and TPM requirements, which Microsoft will not change.

With one year to go until Windows 10 end of life, here's what businesses should do to prepare

Businesses must prioritize migration from Windows 10 to Windows 11 in order to avoid security vulnerabilities and e-waste issues.

Windows 11 upgrade? Enterprises have no choice

Windows 11 adoption is increasing, but still falls short of Microsoft's projections three years post-launch.
Significant hardware mandates delayed migration to Windows 11, but device replacements are boosting numbers now.

Your Windows 10 PC can't be upgraded? You have 5 options before support ends in 2025

Windows 10 reaches end-of-support on October 14, 2025, forcing users to migrate to newer versions for ongoing security updates.
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Microsoft 365 Link mini PC streams Windows 11 from the cloud in a secure ecosystem - Yanko Design

Windows 365 Link mini PC aims at enterprise users but reveals Microsoft's struggle with Windows 11's popularity among power users favoring Apple.
#microsoft-ignite-2024

Windows comes to the Meta Quest | TechCrunch

Microsoft is bringing full Windows 11 capabilities to Meta Quest headsets in December 2024, enhancing mixed reality experiences.

Your Meta Quest 3 is getting a free Windows PC upgrade - and it could change how you work

Microsoft announced integration of Windows 11 capability into mixed reality headsets, starting with Meta's Quest 3 and 3S.

Windows 11's taskbar is getting contacts, files, and calendar "companions"

Microsoft is launching a Microsoft 365 Companions experience for Windows 11, integrating key data directly into the taskbar.

Windows comes to the Meta Quest | TechCrunch

Microsoft is bringing full Windows 11 capabilities to Meta Quest headsets in December 2024, enhancing mixed reality experiences.

Your Meta Quest 3 is getting a free Windows PC upgrade - and it could change how you work

Microsoft announced integration of Windows 11 capability into mixed reality headsets, starting with Meta's Quest 3 and 3S.

Windows 11's taskbar is getting contacts, files, and calendar "companions"

Microsoft is launching a Microsoft 365 Companions experience for Windows 11, integrating key data directly into the taskbar.
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#snapdragon

Windows on Arm is rapidly maturing

Snapdragon X Elite apps now match x86 performance on Windows 11, enhancing usability and productivity.

Google's Drive app is now available for Windows on Arm

Google launched a beta version of its Drive app for Windows 11 on Snapdragon, enhancing software support for Arm devices.

Windows on Arm is rapidly maturing

Snapdragon X Elite apps now match x86 performance on Windows 11, enhancing usability and productivity.

Google's Drive app is now available for Windows on Arm

Google launched a beta version of its Drive app for Windows 11 on Snapdragon, enhancing software support for Arm devices.
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#microsoft

Windows 11 continues to creep up behind Windows 10

Microsoft's imminent discontinuation of free updates for Windows 10 could lead to millions of functional PCs being discarded.

Windows 11 exposes user credentials

Despite previous attempts to patch, a significant zero-day vulnerability in Windows NTLM remains unaddressed, leaving numerous versions vulnerable.

Windows 11 24H2, the biggest update in two years, starts rolling out today

Windows 11 24H2 update brings notable enhancements like Energy Saver, Wi-Fi 7 support, and upgraded Copilot features for eligible PCs.

Microsoft could be about to rebrand its AI into Windows Intelligence rather than Copilot

Microsoft may rebrand Copilot as 'Windows Intelligence' to better integrate AI across its products.

Microsoft pulls Windows update after botched patch causes blue screens, reboot loops

Microsoft's recent Windows 11 update caused significant issues for users, triggering blue screen crashes and device unresponsiveness, prompting a rollback.

Watch out, Windows Notepad users: Here comes AI

Microsoft enhances Notepad by adding an AI-powered Rewrite feature for text revision.

Windows 11 continues to creep up behind Windows 10

Microsoft's imminent discontinuation of free updates for Windows 10 could lead to millions of functional PCs being discarded.

Windows 11 exposes user credentials

Despite previous attempts to patch, a significant zero-day vulnerability in Windows NTLM remains unaddressed, leaving numerous versions vulnerable.

Windows 11 24H2, the biggest update in two years, starts rolling out today

Windows 11 24H2 update brings notable enhancements like Energy Saver, Wi-Fi 7 support, and upgraded Copilot features for eligible PCs.

Microsoft could be about to rebrand its AI into Windows Intelligence rather than Copilot

Microsoft may rebrand Copilot as 'Windows Intelligence' to better integrate AI across its products.

Microsoft pulls Windows update after botched patch causes blue screens, reboot loops

Microsoft's recent Windows 11 update caused significant issues for users, triggering blue screen crashes and device unresponsiveness, prompting a rollback.

Watch out, Windows Notepad users: Here comes AI

Microsoft enhances Notepad by adding an AI-powered Rewrite feature for text revision.
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Microsoft presents large amount of security updates for Windows

Microsoft's new security features in Windows aim to enhance user protection and system integrity in significant ways.
#microsoft-office

Buy a Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro bundle for 87% off right now

Microsoft Office and Windows 11 are essential tools for productivity, currently offered together at a significant discount.

Upgrade to Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro for 87% off with this bundle

Buy Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro for $53, a massive 87% discount, available as lifetime licenses.

Buy Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro for 87% off with this bundle

Bundled lifetime license for Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro available at a significant discount.
Stack Social provides a valid deal despite the potential risk of license revocation by Microsoft.

Upgrade to Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro with this bundle for 87% off

A bundled lifetime license for Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro is currently available at an 87% discount.

Get a Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro bundle for 87% off

A bundled lifetime license for Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro is available for $53, which is a significant discount.

Grab a Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro bundle for 87% off

Stack Social offers a significant discount on a bundled lifetime license for Microsoft Office 2021 and Windows 11 Pro.
The deal provides essential Microsoft tools and innovative features for users, making it valuable for productivity.

Buy a Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro bundle for 87% off right now

Microsoft Office and Windows 11 are essential tools for productivity, currently offered together at a significant discount.

Upgrade to Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro for 87% off with this bundle

Buy Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro for $53, a massive 87% discount, available as lifetime licenses.

Buy Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro for 87% off with this bundle

Bundled lifetime license for Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro available at a significant discount.
Stack Social provides a valid deal despite the potential risk of license revocation by Microsoft.

Upgrade to Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro with this bundle for 87% off

A bundled lifetime license for Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro is currently available at an 87% discount.

Get a Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro bundle for 87% off

A bundled lifetime license for Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro is available for $53, which is a significant discount.

Grab a Microsoft Office Pro and Windows 11 Pro bundle for 87% off

Stack Social offers a significant discount on a bundled lifetime license for Microsoft Office 2021 and Windows 11 Pro.
The deal provides essential Microsoft tools and innovative features for users, making it valuable for productivity.
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Microsoft finally gives Windows users on Arm a first-party ISO

Qualcomm PCs with Arm chips revitalize Windows on Arm, now featuring a dedicated ISO for better support and installation.
#task-manager

Microsoft sneaks Task Manager fixes into Patch Tuesday

Microsoft's recent update fixes critical issues in Windows 11 24H2 and Windows Server 2025, enhancing user experience and system reliability.

This hidden Windows 11 setting adds an 'End task' option to every task on your taskbar

You can add an 'End Task' option directly to the taskbar in Windows 11 with a simple setting adjustment.

Microsoft sneaks Task Manager fixes into Patch Tuesday

Microsoft's recent update fixes critical issues in Windows 11 24H2 and Windows Server 2025, enhancing user experience and system reliability.

This hidden Windows 11 setting adds an 'End task' option to every task on your taskbar

You can add an 'End Task' option directly to the taskbar in Windows 11 with a simple setting adjustment.
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#software-updates

Latest Windows 11 Insider Preview brings updated Prism emulator for Arm PCs

The latest Windows 11 build improves app compatibility on Arm PCs, making more x86 software and games accessible.

What I learned from 3 years of running Windows 11 on "unsupported" PCs

Windows 11 can be used on unsupported PCs, helping to prolong their usability as Windows 10 nears its update cutoff.

Microsoft's November Patch Tuesday squashes several bugs in Windows 11 24H2

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday updates address significant bugs in Windows 11 24H2, providing necessary fixes for numerous known issues.
The updates improve networking, Task Manager accuracy, and persistent glitch resolutions, enhancing overall user experience.

Latest Windows 11 Insider Preview brings updated Prism emulator for Arm PCs

The latest Windows 11 build improves app compatibility on Arm PCs, making more x86 software and games accessible.

What I learned from 3 years of running Windows 11 on "unsupported" PCs

Windows 11 can be used on unsupported PCs, helping to prolong their usability as Windows 10 nears its update cutoff.

Microsoft's November Patch Tuesday squashes several bugs in Windows 11 24H2

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday updates address significant bugs in Windows 11 24H2, providing necessary fixes for numerous known issues.
The updates improve networking, Task Manager accuracy, and persistent glitch resolutions, enhancing overall user experience.
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4 ways to use your phone as a webcam on Windows

Smartphones can serve as better webcams for PCs, especially when using Windows 11.
#security

Windows 11's new passkey design includes cloud syncing and 1Password integration

Microsoft is enhancing Windows 11 with improved passkey support and integration with third-party password managers.

Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for $20: Deal

Windows 11 Pro significantly boosts productivity and security for users, especially for remote and hybrid work environments.

Windows 11's new passkey design includes cloud syncing and 1Password integration

Microsoft is enhancing Windows 11 with improved passkey support and integration with third-party password managers.

Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for $20: Deal

Windows 11 Pro significantly boosts productivity and security for users, especially for remote and hybrid work environments.
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#compatibility-issues

Windows 11 24H2 comes with an added dose of problems

Windows 11 24H2 is facing installation issues due to strict hardware/software requirements, prompting Microsoft to implement compatibility holds.

Microsoft blocked your Windows 11 upgrade? This trusty tool can fix that

Microsoft is discouraging upgrades to Windows 11 on older PCs with strict compatibility requirements.

Windows 11 24H2 comes with an added dose of problems

Windows 11 24H2 is facing installation issues due to strict hardware/software requirements, prompting Microsoft to implement compatibility holds.

Microsoft blocked your Windows 11 upgrade? This trusty tool can fix that

Microsoft is discouraging upgrades to Windows 11 on older PCs with strict compatibility requirements.
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Is OneDrive moving all your files? How to take back control of your Windows storage - 3 ways

Understanding Windows' OneDrive integration is crucial to avoid losing access to local files during setup.

Microsoft Photos adds a tool to enhance your low-quality pictures - but there's a catch

Microsoft Photos now features AI-based super resolution to enhance low-quality images up to eight times their original size, enhancing photo capabilities.
#blue-screen-of-death

Not just Western Digital - Windows 24H2 BSODs Asus kit

The Windows 11 24H2 update has been riddled with compatibility issues, causing Blue Screens of Death on certain Asus systems.
Massive data reporting errors in Windows Update Cleanup have compounded problems for users since the release of 24H2.

WD releases SDD firmware fix after Windows 11 24H2 BSODs

Microsoft is investigating SSD issues causing BSOD in Windows 11 24H2 users, with Western Digital acknowledging the problem and providing a firmware patch.

Not just Western Digital - Windows 24H2 BSODs Asus kit

The Windows 11 24H2 update has been riddled with compatibility issues, causing Blue Screens of Death on certain Asus systems.
Massive data reporting errors in Windows Update Cleanup have compounded problems for users since the release of 24H2.

WD releases SDD firmware fix after Windows 11 24H2 BSODs

Microsoft is investigating SSD issues causing BSOD in Windows 11 24H2 users, with Western Digital acknowledging the problem and providing a firmware patch.
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Avoid the Windows 11 2024 update for now - here are 7 reasons why

Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 update is officially released with enhancements, but users are advised to wait due to existing bugs.
#development-tools

How will you suggest me to emulate an android pocket computer on my Windows 11 Home PC to test the source code of a forked repository?

You can emulate Android on Windows 11 using free tools like Android Studio's Emulator or Genymotion for testing your forked web browser application.

How to emulate an android pocket computer on my Windows 11 PC for testing?

You can test Android applications on Windows 11 using various emulators, both free and paid.

How will you suggest me to emulate an android pocket computer on my Windows 11 Home PC to test the source code of a forked repository?

You can emulate Android on Windows 11 using free tools like Android Studio's Emulator or Genymotion for testing your forked web browser application.

How to emulate an android pocket computer on my Windows 11 PC for testing?

You can test Android applications on Windows 11 using various emulators, both free and paid.
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Windows 11 24H2 update plagued by file scanner bug - over and over again

Windows 11 24H2 update causes System File Checker to repeatedly report false positives for corrupted files, undermining its reliability.

Windows 11 update leaves 9GB unremovable file

Windows 11 24H2 users face a persistent cleanup file issue, prompting Microsoft to investigate and plan a correction in an upcoming update.

The best cheap Windows laptops for 2024

Budget-friendly laptops can effectively meet casual users' needs without expensive features.
Not everyone requires high-end laptops; affordable options suffice for tasks like email and browsing.
#patch-tuesday

Windows restart issues fixed with Patch Tuesday update

Microsoft resolved issues with Windows 11 Patch Tuesday preview, ensuring stability and security for users after prior glitches with updates.

Windows 11 Patch Tuesday preview is a glitchy disaster

The KB5043145 update for Windows 11 22H2 introduces significant stability issues despite some useful enhancements.

Windows restart issues fixed with Patch Tuesday update

Microsoft resolved issues with Windows 11 Patch Tuesday preview, ensuring stability and security for users after prior glitches with updates.

Windows 11 Patch Tuesday preview is a glitchy disaster

The KB5043145 update for Windows 11 22H2 introduces significant stability issues despite some useful enhancements.
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#lenovo

This Lenovo laptop that transforms into an Android tablet is the most clever device I've tested

Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid runs both Windows 11 and Android 13, offering unique functionality but comes at a high cost.

This Windows-Android hybrid disrupted how I use my laptop in the best way

Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid uniquely combines Windows 11 and Android 13, but its high cost and limited connectivity could limit its appeal.

This Lenovo laptop that transforms into an Android tablet is the most clever device I've tested

Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid runs both Windows 11 and Android 13, offering unique functionality but comes at a high cost.

This Windows-Android hybrid disrupted how I use my laptop in the best way

Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid uniquely combines Windows 11 and Android 13, but its high cost and limited connectivity could limit its appeal.
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Windows 11 24H2 update now rolling out with Wi-Fi 7 support, Recall and plenty of AI features

Windows 11 24H2 update enhances security and AI capabilities while introducing new features like Wi-Fi 7 support and customizable Quick Settings.
#ai-features

What's Inside Microsoft's Major Windows 11 Update?

Microsoft's 2024 Windows 11 update enhances user experience with new AI features and improvements in various tools and settings.

Microsoft doubles down on AI with new Copilot features - here's who gets them first

Windows 11 24H2 update features minor enhancements for most PCs but introduces significant AI capabilities for Copilot+ PCs, preserving privacy and local processing.

What's Inside Microsoft's Major Windows 11 Update?

Microsoft's 2024 Windows 11 update enhances user experience with new AI features and improvements in various tools and settings.

Microsoft doubles down on AI with new Copilot features - here's who gets them first

Windows 11 24H2 update features minor enhancements for most PCs but introduces significant AI capabilities for Copilot+ PCs, preserving privacy and local processing.
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from The Verge
1 month ago

Microsoft starts rolling out its Windows 11 2024 update with lots of useful improvements

The Windows 11 2024 update brings significant usability improvements across key features like the Start menu, File Explorer, and power settings.

AMD's latest updates address 9000X desktop CPU performance issues

AMD has addressed performance issues in Ryzen 9000 CPUs with default Windows updates, promising significant boosts in gaming and processing speeds.

7 ultimate Windows 11 time-savers to power your productivity

Windows 11 offers features like Snap Layouts and Virtual Desktops to enhance productivity and organization for users.
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