Microsoft, Windows

Microsoft really wants you to upgrade to Windows 11, but you can pay $30 to use Windows 10 one more year
Microsoft has outlined the extended update program for consumers running Windows 10, but Windows 11 is still the preferred option.
Microsoft Reveals New Upgrade Warning For 850 Million Windows Users
As Neowin has just discovered, “Microsoft doesn't like you downloading Windows 10 even from official sources anymore,” with “cautionary banners about the upcoming end of life (EOL) of Windows 10 plastered all over the place on various Microsoft pages on its official site.
Microsoft is forced to halt the Windows 11 24H2 update on some PCs
Microsoft’s recent Windows 11 24H2 update is off to a bumpy start. According to a report by Bleeping Computer, users are facing compatibility issues across various hardware and software configurations, prompting the company to temporarily block the update for some devices.
Microsoft wants Windows 10 users to upgrade
– Some 65% of Windows users are still using Windows 10. – Some PCs that run Windows 10, and are still fast enough for their owners, do not support Windows 11. To upgrade to the new software, the user would need to purchase a new computer.
Microsoft Update Decision—50 Million Windows Users Must Act Now
The Windows 10 world is still reeling from the news that Microsoft has finally extended the end-of-life deadline from October 2025 by a further 12-months, subject to that $30 stipend of course. But it’s not available to everyone, and there are still 50 million Windows users at serious risk that need to act fast.
For Windows 10 Holdouts, One More Year of Service Updates Will Cost $30
Tech support won't be offered for Windows 10, but security updates will roll out past 2025 with the Extended Security Updates option.
Microsoft confirms new fee to continue using Windows 10 safely next year — will YOU pay?
You'll need to spend $30 — roughly £23 — to continue to receive critical patches for security flaws and vulnerabilities in Windows 10 from next year, Microsoft has confirmed. You'll be able to enrol your Windows 10 laptop or desktop PC in the paid scheme in the coming months,
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The Windows 11 24H2 bug list grows again: 10 reasons to avoid this update for now
After months of beta testing, Microsoft officially released its major 2024 update for Windows 11 on October 1. Known ...
Microsoft confirms OpenSSH issues in Windows 11 23H2 KB5044380
Microsoft has acknowledged that one of Windows 11 versions has problems with OpenSSH not starting after recent updates.
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Microsoft seems to be stepping up campaign to get folks to abandon Windows 10 for Window 11
Dump the world's most popular desktop OS in favor of Windows 11, is a drum Microsoft is banging louder and louder these days.
Windows 10 users, you don't have to upgrade to Windows 11 in 2025 — but it will cost you
Microsoft announces a safe way to stick with Windows 10 past its 2025 end-of-support date, but it'll cost you.
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Did You Know? Updating Your PC’s OS to Windows 11 Pro Costs Only $20
If you're a PC user looking to upgrade your device's capabilities, security, and efficiency, you can do all of the above with ...
Laptop Mag on MSN19h
Microsoft readies impressive AI upgrade for beloved Windows apps on Copilot+ PCs
It's great to see Microsoft continue to use AI to empower its classic range of apps, adding some impressive functionality to ...
Alt + Tab trouble: Windows 11’s 24H2 update turns time-saving shortcut into ten-second headache
According to PCWorld, Microsoft is aware of the problem but hasn’t released a fix just yet, although it’s promising to release a patch update in December 2024. Currently, you have a few options if you ...
The Verge on MSN1d
Microsoft’s new emulator could bring more games to Windows on Arm
Microsoft is testing a big Windows on Arm update to let more x64 software and games run under Prism emulation on Copilot Plus ...