Windows 10 users aren't upgrading; not because they are unaware of Windows 11, but because they've chosen not to make the switch. Microsoft's focus on showcasing Windows 11's features and the upgrade process won't be enough to convince Windows 10 loyalists to upgrade. Copilot+ could be the game-changer, but its...

Microsoft should stop pretending that Windows 10 users don't know Windows 11 exists

Update June 23: Microsoft has quietly deleted the guide. Microsoft has been quietly publishing quite a few guides on its official website lately. These include ones on how to Save, Use and Manage Windows 11 Passkeys, how to enable TPM and VBS-powered Enhanced Security Sign-in (ESS), and one which talks about passwordless sign-ins using the Microsoft Account (MSA).

Microsoft explains why it wants you to switch to Microsoft account from Local account

Looking to upgrade from Windows 10? Here's how to figure out if your current PC will support Windows 11 and what you need to do—including enabling your TPM—to install Microsoft's latest operating system. Windows 11, the latest version of the world's most popular desktop operating system, is a...

Can My PC Run Windows 11?

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Microsoft is back to its old tricks. It's using full-screen banners and reminders to try and get Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 before its imminent end-of-support, slated for October 14, 2025.

Microsoft compels Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 with annoying full-screen banners again

Microsoft is retiring Basic Auth in favor of Modern Auth in Outlook this year, enhancing security for users. Legacy Windows Mail and Calendar apps will no longer be supported past 2024 either. Use updated browsers like Edge, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Opera to access Outlook on the web post August...

Microsoft is retiring Windows Mail, Calendar, and Outlook's light web version in 2024

Do you have an old desktop or laptop PC collecting dust? You can transform the old system into a Windows server, opening new doors for adding new functionality to the home or office. We've already looked at ways to transform an old PC into a network-attached storage (NAS) enclosure and use an old laptop for a Ubuntu server. In this guide, we'll look at how to set up a Windows server on older hardware, saving the old desktop or laptop PC from ending up in household waste.

Here's how you can quickly turn an old laptop or desktop PC into a powerful Windows server

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Formatting a USB drive is an easy way to wipe your data from it, and it's not as complicated to do as it might sound.

How to format a USB drive

If you've run into some trouble getting your Windows laptop to run properly, you may need to update the BIOS (basic input/output system) of your machine.

How to update BIOS on a Windows laptop

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An option for RCS messaging is appearing for certain iOS 18 beta 2 users, but the feature is a long way from working just yet.

iOS 18 beta 2 users report RCS toggle appearing — but it will be a while before it works

What's the time? Well, it's time for yet another problematic update from Microsoft! The culprit on this occasion is the KB5039212 update from earlier this month, and it's especially worrying for the enterprise. As it includes security fixes, this particular update is one that would have been installed automatically on...

Microsoft concedes that a recent update is causing Windows 11 upgrade problems

The easiest way is to press a key during booting, which is usually F2. However, this may not always be the case. Or, shift-click Restart from Start; then, Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > UEFI Firmware Settings > Restart. Or, enter PowerShell command "shutdown /r /o /f /t 00": then, follow...

How to Access BIOS in Windows 11

The spirit of Clippy has returned. As it promised at I/O earlier in the month, Google announced Monday that it has begun rolling out the Gemini AI sidebar for its Workspace application suite, including Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive. “Gemini can assist you with summarizing, analyzing, and generating content...

Google’s Gemini AI is Microsoft Clippy for a new generation

There’s no direct way to update your AirPods firmware. When Apple updates AirPods software — as it did Tuesday for a variety of models — it happens automatically, in the background. However, there is a way to speed up the AirPods update process. Plus, it’s a good idea to manually check you’re running the latest version, which brings bug fixes and sometimes great new features.

How to get the latest AirPods firmware updates [Updated]

Microsoft is using an annoying 3D banner to get users to use Microsoft Edge as the default browser in Windows 11. The banner touts Edge's security and privacy features.

Microsoft 'recommends' making Edge the default browser in Windows 11 using a 3D banner touting its built-in security features

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According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

Microsoft removes guide on converting Microsoft accounts to Local, pushing for Microsoft sign-ins. Instructions once available, now missing - likely due to company's preference for Microsoft accounts. People may resist switching to Microsoft accounts for privacy reasons, despite company's stance. Remember when you could use a Local account on Windows...

Microsoft really wants Local accounts gone after it erases its guide on how to create them

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FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

Windows 11 offers a pretty substantial boost over the standard version, and certainly over Windows 10. The only issue is that it usually costs around $200, which isn't what anyone would call cheap. If you're looking to upgrade and you want to save some serious money, then you'll be glad to know you can get a Windows 11 Pro licence for just $23 thanks to this sale on StackSocial. Just make sure you get it quick, because it's set to on July 4.

You Can Get Windows 11 Pro for Just $23, but You'll Have to Be Quick

As expected, iOS 18 beta 2 is now available for developers. The update comes two weeks after iOS 18 was announced at WWDC. iOS 18 includes new features like upgraded home screen customization, a revamped Control Center, and much more. iOS 18 beta 2 now available. Apple unveiled iOS 18...

iOS 18 beta 2 now available with iPhone Mirroring and more

As we’ve been covering this month, macOS Sequoia brings a lot of new features for Mac users, including iPhone Mirroring and a new Passwords app. But there’s also a discreet but important change coming with the update. That’s because the new version of macOS eases the free storage requirements for downloading apps from the Mac App Store.

macOS Sequoia eases storage requirements for downloading Mac App Store apps

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Microsoft says bug causes Windows 10 apps to display Open With dialogs

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 apps will mistakenly display an \"How do you want to open this file?\" dialog box when attempting to right-click on...

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 apps will mistakenly display an "How do you want to open this file?" dialog box when attempting to right-click on...

Microsoft says bug causes Windows 10 apps to display Open With dialogs

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