Tag: windows
Grumpy about Windows 10 support ending? Try this Microsoft-centered crossword to soothe and distract you
Look, I’m as annoyed as you about the imminent end of support for Windows 10. Even though I switched to Mac a couple of years ago, we still use Windows PCs in my home and, yes, a couple of them are aging Windows 10 machines. Not too long ago, I…
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Windows 10’s year of free updates now comes with no strings attached – but only some people will qualify
Microsoft has changed its mind on extended updates for Windows 10 The free offer no longer requires you to sync your PC settings to OneDrive However, this is only the case for those in the European Economic Area Microsoft is removing any strings that were attached to the offer of…
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Tiny11 just got tinier – Nano11 shrinks down Windows 11 to a third of its size, but there’s a notable catch
The developer of Tiny11 has released Nano11 Builder This allows for a seriously small Windows 11 installer to be cooked up Some core components are stripped out, though, making this unsuitable for the average PC owner Tiny11 – the tool that facilitates a seriously streamlined installation of Windows 11, trimmed…
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Windows 11 has a new update – these are the top 5 features, but there’s also an annoying drawback
Windows 11’s September update has arrived It packs some smart new features, but some are for Copilot+ PCs only There’s a hidden drawback for those who don’t run a Copilot+ PC, too The latest Windows 11 update is now rolling out, and it’s packing quite a few features, albeit some…
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Worried about Windows 10’s death? Don’t fret – Tiny11 is a lightweight version of Windows 11 that cuts bloatware and can run on older hardware
A custom Windows 11 build, Tiny11 builder, removes bloatware and is available to install on older hardware Microsoft’s Windows 10 will reach its end on October 14, with no more official support Tiny11 is available via a script on GitHub It’s almost the end of the road for Windows 10,…
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Microsoft claims Windows 11 is innocent of killing SSDs – but the mystery continues
Microsoft has finished its investigation into reports of an SSD-breaking bug The company said the August update for Windows 11 isn’t to blame There are still reports of drive failures filtering in, though, and some folks aren’t happy with Microsoft’s conclusion Microsoft has been investigating reports of the most recent…
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