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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.

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

By Wayne Williams published

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

By Allisa James published

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

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

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

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

By Darren Allan published

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 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.

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Windows 10 End of Life live: everything you need to know

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Today's the day when Windows 10 enters its End of Life phase, where Microsoft will no longer issue updates or security patches. Here's everything you need to know.

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

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

Haven’t activated Windows 11? Then you might find yourself locked out of some Microsoft Edge browser settings

By Kristina Terech published

Unactivated Windows users potentially face restrictions in the future as Microsoft tests tighter controls on browser settings.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Over 70% of websites share your personal data – even if you don't consent

By Chiara Castro published

A new research found alarming rates of non-compliance of privacy laws in both the US and Europe. Here's what you can do to take back some control.

Windows 10 might get Copilot sooner than you think

By Darren Allan published

Microsoft’s reversal of course on Windows 10 not getting any new features has doubtless happened for a good reason.

There’s now an app to ditch Copilot AI from Windows 11 – but we wouldn’t recommend doing that

By Darren Allan published

Copilot isn’t popular with some – so much so that there’s already an app to strip out AI features from Windows.

Microsoft looks to be making a big change to how you install and log in to Windows 11 – and I’m not happy about it at all

By Darren Allan published

Microsoft just blocked one workaround to install Windows 11 with a local account, and you can bet other fudges will be on the chopping block, too.

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.

Hidden feature in Windows 11 suggests we could get the ability to uninstall AI components – and maybe even Copilot eventually?

By Darren Allan published

Microsoft may intend to provide options to uninstall various AI components in Windows 11 (or next-gen Windows).

Microsoft explains how Windows 11’s controversial Recall feature is now ready for release – it’s coming to Copilot+ PCs in November

By Darren Allan published

You’ll be getting Recall in November, if you want it – and Microsoft has made a lot of changes on the security front.

Microsoft is bringing Window’s 11’s slimmed-down updates to Windows 10, shedding megabytes for quicker upgrades

By Kristina Terech published

Windows 10's latest update brings smaller downloads, quicker installs, and improved features, closing the efficiency gap with Windows 11.

Microsoft is again nagging Windows 10 users to buy a new machine – a Copilot+ PC to be precise, for the ‘ultimate Windows 11 experience’

By Darren Allan published

Windows 10 users are being hit with a full-screen nag telling them to ‘level up’ and upgrade to Windows 11 on a Copilot+ PC.

Microsoft turns to AI to improve Edge browser – but after the Recall debacle I'm worried it could be another privacy nightmare

By Darren Allan published

Microsoft Edge could get a new 'Journeys' AI feature that sounds useful, but may worry the privacy-conscious.

'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.

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.

Windows 10 EOL vs Windows 7 EOL: Here's how two of Microsoft's most popular OSes compared two months before their days of reckoning

By Wayne Williams published

Microsoft faces millions of devices still on Windows 10 as support cutoff nears, unlike the stronger migration seen when Windows 7 reached its end.