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Microsoft Disabled These Security Features in Windows. You Should Check Them Out
Unlock extra layers of protection in Windows 11 by enabling powerful security options that are turned off by default.
Office problems on Windows 10? Microsoft’s response will soon be “upgrade to 11.”
Individuals running Windows 10 Home or Pro can get a single year of Extended Security Updates (ESUs) relatively easily by paying $30, signing into the Windows Backup app, or spending 1,000 Microsoft Rewards points (these generally all require use of a Microsoft Account). After October 2026, these users will need to update to Windows 11.
Microsoft makes Windows 10 extended security updates free, but there’s a catch
Microsoft revealed last year that it will charge consumers $30 for a year of extra security updates to Windows 10. Now, it’s allowing consumers to enroll into its Extended Security Updates (ESU) free of charge ahead of the Windows 10 end of support on October 14th. But there’s a catch.
Want to keep using Microsoft 365 in Windows 10 after October? You can - with caveats
Windows 10 users running Microsoft 365 will continue to get security updates in 2026, but don't expect new features indefinitely.
Don't Want to Upgrade to Windows 11? Microsoft Offers Free Windows 10 Security Updates
If you don't want to upgrade to Windows 11, you can still get support for a year, but it requires linking your OneDrive account to your PC.
Windows 11 Pro Is Now Under $10, 94% Off Thanks to Microsoft’s Limited Back-to-School Deal
Well, thanks to an amazing deal on StackSocial going on for the next few days that means you can pick up Windows 11 Pro for ...
Microsoft abandons change to Windows 11 taskbar as testers hated it - but I didn't, and it's baffling why there wasn't a compromise
Microsoft 'disappeared' a change for the Windows 11 taskbar - and I don't understand the thinking behind this decision.
Microsoft scraps Windows 11's simplified Taskbar system tray layout after negative feedback from testers — but I don't understand why
A year since it was first put into testing, Microsoft still hasn't delivered its new simplified date and time layout for the ...
Microsoft Teams voice calls abused to push Matanbuchus malware
The Matanbuchus malware loader has been seen being distributed through social engineering over Microsoft Teams calls ...
How to use Recall in Windows 11: Detailed Guide
Learn to use Microsoft Recall in Windows 11 to take snapshots, interact with snapshots, export Recall snapshots, filter apps, ...
Windows bug brings back the option to "eject your GPU"
According to recent reports, Windows has once again started to display an option to "eject" discrete GPUs on both desktop and ...
Microsoft has a new Windows 11 ‘trick’ to save battery on laptops
Microsoft is adding an adaptive energy saver mode to Windows 11, aimed at extending laptop and tablet battery life. The ...
Is Microsoft really axing Windows 10? Here’s what you need to know
Microsoft remains committed to killing off Windows 10 come October, but the situation isn't quite as black and white as it ...
Windows 10 update messes up emoji picker, proving that even though the OS is about to shuffle into its grave, Microsoft can still break stuff
Windows 10's almost dead - so bugs are a thing of the past, right? Wrong - a new update has broken the emoji picker, leaving me unable to find the frowny face I need.