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Microsoft Ended Windows 10 Support—Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for Just $18
Windows 10 served us well, but Microsoft recently decided that its time has come to an end. With the discontinuation of security updates, many people are finally making the dreaded upgrade to Windows 11.
Microsoft Warns 400 Million Windows Users—Do Not Update Your PC
Republished on December 14 with Microsoft’s response to dangerous user confusion after a raft of “muddled” articles were published.
No, Microsoft has not 'reversed course' on Windows 11 hardware requirements
A flurry of inflammatory headlines this week insisted that Microsoft had 'raised the white flag' and would allow customers to upgrade old Windows 10 PCs to Windows 11. That's not true. Here's how the comedy of errors unfolded.
Here's what Microsoft wants you do if you install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware
Windows 11 should not be installed on unsupported hardware, says Microsoft, but in case you do it, here's what you should do.
Microsoft closes the door on Windows 11 supporting older hardware
Microsoft has poured cold water on any hopes of lower hardware requirements for Windows 11. With Windows 10 end of support approaching in October 2025, the software giant now says that its Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.
Microsoft will let you install Windows 11 on unsupported PCs after all — what you need to know
Microsoft updated its support page to warn users not to run Windows 11 on an unsupported PC, but the company also has official instructions on installing the operating system on devices that don't meet minimum requirements. Generally, that means PCs with a TPM 2.0 chip — a security chip required for Windows 11.
Microsoft: No support or updates for Windows 11 PCs without minimum hardware requirements
Microsoft’s minimum requirements for Windows 11 cover several hardware components, including having enough RAM and a powerful enough microprocessor. But the most contentious issue is whether a PC contains or supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), specifically version 2.0, released in 2014.
No, Microsoft isn't letting you install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware
This past week, a report that appears to have originated from PCWorld / PC-WELT has been making the rounds claiming that Microsoft is now allowing users to install Windows 11 on PCs that don’t meet its strict minimum It didn't take long for Reddit threads and social media posts to pop up discussing Microsoft’s supposed change of heart,
Microsoft confirms critical Windows Defender vulnerability. What you need to do right now.
"Improper authorization of an index that contains sensitive information from a Global Files search in Windows Defender allows ...
Microsoft Confirms Critical Windows Defender Security Vulnerability
Microsoft has confirmed a critical vulnerability in Windows Defender that could leak file content data but advised users to ...
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Microsoft is adding a new Spotlight interaction on Windows 11's Desktop
Windows 11 Spotlight is getting its own icon on the desktop that will offer you more details about your background image.
Microsoft wants you to upgrade to Windows 11 or buy a new computer
Upgraded from Windows 10 to Windows 11 with an older PC? Microsoft will display a watermark if your device is too old.
Microsoft won’t back down on Windows 11’s biggest hurdle
Microsoft has made it clear that any PC not meeting the required specifications will be ineligible to run Windows 11.
You Can Now Test 'Recall,' Windows’ Controversial AI Feature
Back in June, Microsoft announced a new Recall feature for Windows, intended to let you dip into your computing history as ...
Windows 11’s Start menu recommendations are being improved – but I’m still not impressed, Microsoft
This is a positive move for Windows 11 users, but ideally, I’d like the option to completely ditch Microsoft’s suggestions.
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Windows 10 users face risks with premature Windows 11 upgrade
Microsoft has issued an unexpected warning for Windows 10 users. The Redmond giant cautions against upgrading computers to ...