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Windows 10 users may not get Copilot yet due to the same weird bug that’s plagued Windows 11

By Darren Allan published 4 December 23

Microsoft is rolling out Copilot to Windows 10 users now, but if you have a multi-monitor setup, you won’t get the AI.

New Windows 10 update gives it Windows 11’s photo-sharing capabilities with Android devices – but you might want to hang on

By Kristina Terech published 4 June 24

Microsoft’s optional update for Windows 10 gives you instant access to phone photos on your PC.

Is Windows Recall bad for businesses?

By Sam Dawson published 11 July 24

Window's new AI-powered feature has prompted widespread outcry – but what's the real cost for businesses? Here's what you need to know.

11 things you probably didn't know about Windows 11

By Darren Allan published 5 October 25

Thinking of migrating to Windows 11 soon? There are plenty of good reasons to do so, plus a few potential pitfalls to be aware of.

Microsoft exec's vision of Windows 12 and beyond could terrify some of you

By Darren Allan published 14 August 25

The 'computer can actually look at your screen and is context aware' - are we heading towards a computing utopia, or a data dystopia?

5 myths about Windows 10 End of Life you need to know of

By Darren Allan published 9 October 25

Think it's fine to run Windows 10 without security updates? Or that Windows 10 is going to vanish in a puff of smoke in mid-October? We bust some common myths.

Windows 10 might be at death’s door, but Microsoft hasn’t finished trying to force Bing and Edge on its users

By Darren Allan published 11 June 25

New Windows 10 update, same old tricks, as Bing stealthily injects itself into the taskbar’s calendar panel.

Windows 10 users have pushed back against intrusive pop-ups to get them to upgrade to Windows 11 – and Microsoft has finally backed down

By Muskaan Saxena published 16 August 24

Windows 10 users have bullied Microsoft into halting its aggressive Windows 11 campaign on their devices – to a point.

Ditch Microsoft’s data-gathering and take control of your Windows 11 experience with the new Tiny11 Builder tool

By Kristina Terech published 1 May 24

Check out Tiny11 Builder, an open-source tool that enables you to customize Windows 11, now letting you disable telemetry for enhanced privacy and smoother performance.

Upgrade to Windows 11 or take the risk: Microsoft warns about Windows 10’s end-of-life date once again

By Kristina Terech published 28 May 24

Microsoft urges Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11, emphasizing the security risks of not doing so.

Windows 11 or bust: Microsoft is boldly and insistently urging Windows 10 users to move on, or get left behind

By Kristina Terech published 12 April 24

Microsoft nudges Windows 10 users toward a necessary upgrade to Windows 11 or costly extended support, sparking frustration and possible resistance among loyalists facing an uncertain transition.

Microsoft’s Windows 11 nagging is set to hit new heights - so Windows 10 Pro users prepare yourselves

By Kristina Terech published 1 March 24

Microsoft aggressively nudges Windows 10 users toward Windows 11, sparking criticism for disregarding user choice and resorting to pushy tactics.

Microsoft tests feature for Copilot AI that remembers your past chats – and it could enrage privacy activists

By Darren Allan published 17 January 24

This is a new feature for Copilot that you’ll either very much love or hate...

Windows 10’s Beta channel is now officially live to bring in new features for testing – but don’t get excited yet

By Kristina Terech published 14 June 24

Windows 10 gets its first new beta release in a long, long time, but this is just preparing the ground for the real work.

Windows 11 vs Windows 10 – the key differences

By Henry Winchester published 6 October 25

Get to know your TPM from your Mica and Copilot in our guide to the key differences between Windows 11 and Windows 10.

Windows 10 diehards can keep their beloved OS secure for a little while longer (for a fee) as Microsoft pleas with them to be reasonable

By John Loeffler published 31 October 24

Windows 10 end of life security support is getting a one year paid extension for all users after October 2025.

Windows 10's final patch fixes a bewildering number of security flaws – and shows why you need extended updates

By Darren Allan published 16 October 25

170 security flaws being resolved this month underline the danger of running Windows 10 without updates.

This Windows 11 installation setting can cut your SSD performance in half. Here's how to disable it

By Allisa James published 6 May 24

Microsoft might be dropping the ball big time for users by enabling auto-encryption for Windows 11 in a new update.

Microsoft forges ahead with adding new features to Windows 10 as the OS gets another Windows 11 capability

By Darren Allan published 13 January 24

Remember when Microsoft said Windows 10 was in a feature freeze? Well, it’s clear enough now that this isn’t happening.

Buy Windows 10: the best deals and cheapest prices

By James Pickard last updated 5 January 24

All the best deals and lowest prices for Windows 10 in one place.

Windows 10 gets a fresh lock screen weather widget and bug fixes in new update

By Muskaan Saxena published 24 January 24

Windows 10 users can plan for sunny skies or a bit of rain with the interactive weather updates introduced in update KB5034203.

Ahead of EOL-geddon, Windows 10 interest has shot up - but it's all for the wrong reasons

By Wayne Williams published 13 October 25

Windows 10 reaches its end of life - but users are still searching for ways to keep it alive.

How to sign up for free extended updates in Windows 10 to stay safe until October 2026

By Darren Allan published 14 October 25

If you're confused about where to get Microsoft's free offer of extended support, we'll show you exactly how it's done.

Microsoft gets into the spam game by again emailing Windows 10 users to prod them to upgrade to Windows 11 – is the nagging going too far now?

By Darren Allan published 19 March 25

Microsoft’s sending out emails to push Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11, while promoting OneDrive (again) and the idea of buying a new PC (again).

Don’t like the ‘News and interests’ panel in Windows 10? You’ll hate Microsoft’s new supersized version even more – but luckily, it’s easy to turn off

By Darren Allan published 20 August 24

Windows 10’s News panel now gobbles up a vast amount of screen real-estate – but there’s no need to panic.

Windows 10's year of free updates now comes with no strings attached - but only some people will qualify

By Darren Allan published 25 September 25

Don't want to sync your PC settings to get free updates for Windows 10 next year? Here's some good news - but only for those in Europe.

Is using Windows 10 still safe after the End of Life deadline? All your questions answered

By Darren Allan published 8 October 25

Windows 10 runs out of support soon, and you may have questions. Luckily, we have insightful answers to the most common queries.

Paranoid about Windows 11’s Recall feature even being on your PC? Here’s some good news – you’ll be able to fully uninstall it

By Kristina Terech published 30 September 24

Microsoft appears to backtrack again as Copilot+ PC owners will now get the option to uninstall the Recall feature.

If you're waiting for Windows 12 I have bad news: Microsoft is seemingly focused on cramming even more AI into Windows 11 instead

By Kristina Terech published 8 January 25

Microsoft bets on Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11, with no Windows 12 on the horizon

Microsoft introduces Copilot AI to Windows 10 – but there are reasons you might not get it

By Darren Allan published 14 December 23

Microsoft’s AI assistant is officially here for Windows 10, but not for everyone it seems.