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Microsoft charging for Windows 10 updates is a necessary evil – but will it get people to upgrade?

By Matt Hanson published

Microsoft has announced that after its end of life, you’ll need to pay for Windows 10 updates.

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

By Darren Allan published

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

Microsoft’s full-screen reminders to upgrade to Windows 11 are back for Windows 10 users, and they might be here to stay

By Kristina Terech published

Microsoft is taking another angle in driving Windows 11 adoption.

Hanging onto Windows 10 to avoid Microsoft’s latest brainwaves with Copilot AI? I’ve got bad news for you

By Muskaan Saxena published

Microsoft wants more folks using Copilot, so it’s perhaps not too surprising that what’s happening in Windows 11 with the AI is also coming to Windows 10.

Microsoft finally exorcises digital poltergeist that messed with desktop icons and stopped some users from getting Windows 11 23H2

By Darren Allan published

Haven’t upgraded to 23H2 because Copilot plays havoc with your icons? You’re in luck, but Windows 10 users aren’t…

Fed up with hearing about Windows 10 support ending next year? Bad news – Microsoft has stepped up its Windows 11 upgrade campaign

By Darren Allan published

Haven’t upgraded to Windows 11 yet? Microsoft is doubling down on its efforts to persuade Windows 10 users to make the leap.

Time is rapidly running out for Windows 10, as Microsoft shuts down Beta testing channel

By Darren Allan published

Windows 10 death knell sounds, as Microsoft shuts down Beta testing channel – so don’t expect any new features for the OS.

11 things you probably didn't know about Windows 11

By Darren Allan published

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 embarrasses itself with Windows 10 pop-up that hogs the desktop urging an upgrade to Windows 11 – then promptly crashes

By Darren Allan published

Windows 10 users, start planning for Windows 11 now – by watching Microsoft’s pop-up pushing an upgrade crash.

Bored of Windows 11? This app could modify the OS and take you back to Windows 10 with a single click (kind of)

By Muskaan Saxena published

A clever new app lets you run Windows 11, but with the interface of Windows 10, so you can have the best of both worlds.

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

By Muskaan Saxena published

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

How to add a printer in Windows 10

By Ritoban Mukherjee published

Step-by-step guide to adding a printer to Windows

'This decision will strand millions of consumers': Microsoft urged to U-turn on controversial Windows 10 support plan

By Isaiah Williams published

Microsoft is on the verge of its Windows 10 demolition, with support ending on October 14 – but Consumer Reports may leave the company reconsidering.

Tearing your hair out because you can't sign up for Windows 10 extended updates? New patch fixes annoying bug and makes support to October 2026 available for all

By Darren Allan published

New Windows 10 update brings extended support offer to all PCs – and fixes a bug that was preventing some people from signing up.

Microsoft risks annoying Windows 10 users by testing yet more adverts in the Start menu

By Kristina Terech published

Microsoft is testing a new account manager feature in Windows 10’s Start menu that’s causing some people to accuse it of pushing more Microsoft 365 ads.

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

By Darren Allan published

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

Windows 10 End of Life - what does it mean for PC gamers?

By Jasmine Mannan published

If you’re unsure if you’ll still be able to play your favorite games when Microsoft kills Windows 10 support, we’ve got all the answers.

Microsoft forgot to remove Windows 10’s File Explorer from Windows 11 - here’s how to find it

By Kristina Terech published

Discover a clever loophole to enjoy Windows 10’s beloved File Explorer in Windows 11 hassle-free.

Sticking with Windows 10 this month? Here's what you need to know about your choices and risks you might be taking

By Darren Allan published

We run through all your options as Windows 10's End of Life looms on the near horizon.

Your work laptop can keep using Windows 10 until 2028 - but it'll cost you

By Craig Hale published

Microsoft hopes to bring Windows 10 share down by charging for extended security updates - but only businesses will probably be able to afford it.

Good news – Microsoft is finally realizing a feature resembling AirDrop for Windows PC and Android device users

By Kristina Terech published

Windows and Android users will soon enjoy seamless file sharing via Microsoft’s Phone Link and Link to Windows apps.

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

By Darren Allan published

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

How to factory reset Windows 10

By Christian Guyton last updated

Factory resetting your Windows 10 device couldn't be easier. We walk you through the simple steps to perform a reset - with or without logging in.

Windows 11 users: get ready for lock screen widgets that might annoy you (but Microsoft is doing something about that)

By Kristina Terech published

Windows 11 and 10 users are getting MSN lock screen widgets, with no customization options yet - but they’re in the pipeline.

Grumpy about Windows 10 support ending? Try this Microsoft-centered crossword to soothe and distract you

By Lance Ulanoff published

Microsoft is forcing us to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11, and while we can't do much about it, we can entertain ourselves with a Microsoft-themed crossword puzzle.

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

By Darren Allan published

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.

Businesses are still stuck on Windows 10, refusing to update to Windows 11

By Craig Hale published

A 2025 EOS and continued ESU are causing businesses to stick to Windows 10 rather than upgrading.

RIP Windows 10: AMD’s new Ryzen AI 300 CPUs will skip older OS for Windows 11

By Darren Allan published

Want a shiny new laptop with a Ryzen AI 300 CPU, but want to put Windows 10 on it? You’re out of luck.

Want to keep using Windows 10? This company offers unofficial security patches — but it will cost you

By Craig Hale published

0Patch promises security patches for Windows 10 until at leas the end of the decade - and it’s cheaper than the official ESU.

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

By Darren Allan published

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