Microsoft confirms Windows 10 and 11 activation issues, says it is investigating
The problem cropped up after Microsoft rolled out an update last month to plug an activation loophole
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Windows 11 23H2 update starts rolling out with Copilot AI, redesigned File Explorer, and more
Some of the new features started rolling out back in September
Microsoft investigating Windows 11 update that is causing blue screens of death
The problem might be related to MSI motherboards
Windows 11 July update addresses game stuttering issues
Caused by high polling rate mice
Community-led site lets you update older versions of Windows like it's the 90s
Update Windows like it's the 90s
In a nutshell: Retro computing enthusiasts recently launched a new site that restores update functionality to classic versions of Microsoft Windows operating systems, allowing users to update dated OSes like they used to back in the day from the Windows Update website.
Windows 10 is not getting any more feature updates
22H2 is the final version of Windows 10, support ends October 2025
Bottom line: Windows 10 hasn't received significant new features in a while since Microsoft pivoted to Windows 11, but the company has now confirmed it ceased developing major updates for the older operating system. The shift comes despite Windows 11's struggles to overtake its predecessor in user adoption.
Windows 11 users can soon tell the taskbar to never combine app icons
Other taskbar customization features revealed, latest insider build resurrects network diagnosis
Microsoft is thinking about letting users force-close apps from the Windows 11 taskbar
A quicker way to stop that unruly application
InControl allows you to postpone Windows updates and upgrades
InControl is a small application that allows you to set your current version of Windows in stone, installing only monthly security updates and avoiding Windows automatic updates until you decide.
Latest Windows 11 update is causing slow SSDs & WiFi connections, BSoD, and more
Would you really expect anything else?
Latest Windows 11 dev build adds new File Explorer and photo gallery features
A new way to view your photos could be on the horizon
Microsoft fixes Windows 11 22H2 gaming performance issues, restarts rollout
The update should reappear in Windows Update over the next few days
Microsoft confirms Windows 11 22H2 update is killing game performance, pauses rollout for affected devices
The company is working on a fix
Windows 11 22H2 update includes enhanced phishing protection
How to activate it on private systems and professional networks
The Windows 11 22H2 update is killing Nvidia gaming performance, causing BSOD for some users
It wouldn't be a Windows update without unexpected issues
Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 22H2 update with new Start menu, gaming, and security features
In a nutshell: Microsoft has started rolling out the Windows 11 2022 update, also known as the 22H2 update, in over 190 countries. It introduces several upgrades and new features to the company's most recent operating system, including an updated Start menu, better search, and a revamped File Explorer. Microsoft is also adding improved security and gaming-focused tools to the OS.
Windows 11's first 'Moment' upgrade may come in October
A new way to add more features to Windows
Windows 11 22H2 feature update could arrive as soon as September 20
A redesigned Task Manager, Start Menu changes, touch improvements, and more
Windows 11 Settings screen adds subscription info
The start of something similar to a feature in iOS
First Windows 11 feature update brings Android app support, redesigned Notepad and Media Player apps
Major OS update sees the return of the weather widget, among other Taskbar and usability improvements
Microsoft: Windows needs a minimum of 8 hours online to update successfully
The reason a device is not "fully up to date"
You'll still get Windows 11 updates on an unsupported system, just don't get used to it
Microsoft, Microsoft never changes...
Microsoft will keep supporting Windows 10's 1.3 billion users despite Windows 11's impending launch
In case you thought otherwise
Windows 11 will give you 10 days to change your mind and revert back to Windows 10 if you want to
Best be quick if you want to roll back the upgrade