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Microsoft: TPM 2.0 is "a necessity for a secure and future-proof Windows 11"
By Kevin Okemwa published
Mandatory TPM As Windows 10's imminent death approaches, Microsoft says the TPM 2.0 system requirement for upgrading to Windows 11 is now non-negotiable.
How to compare two files with Command Prompt on Windows 11 and 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Do you need to compare two files to see how they're different? On Windows 11 (and 10), you can use the FC command without needing third-party tools, and in this guide, I'll explain how.
How to determine if your PC's CPU supports Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Windows 11 doesn't officially support every available CPU. Here's how you can check if yours is supported.
How to enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) on your computer
By Mauro Huculak last updated
If your computer has compatible hardware, you can enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) using the Windows 10 settings or the PC's boot sequence, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
ChatGPT for Windows is out now — with a catch for PowerToys users
By Kevin Okemwa last updated
FINALLY!! OpenAI has finally shipped the Windows desktop app to everyone, including free users. However, it shares the same keyboard shortcut as PowerToys Run so you might need to tweak one.
Microsoft shuts down the Windows 10 Beta Channel just five months after reopening it
By Zac Bowden published
Closed With less than a year to go before Windows 10 bites the dust, Microsoft has announced that the Insider Beta Channel is once again shutting down.
Windows 10 is in its final year of free support — here's what that means
By Zac Bowden last updated
PSA Windows 10's support lifecycle ends on October 14, 2025. It's time to migrate.
What is the Windows Insider Program and should you join?
By Zac Bowden published
Insider FAQ Here's everything you need to know abou the Windows Insider Program and whether you should join.
Windows 11's market share hits 35.55% — but Windows 10 remains dominant
By Kevin Okemwa published
WINDOWS 10 ⚡ A new report indicates Windows 11's market share hit 35.55% in October 2024. Still, Windows 10 continues to dominate the category with 60.97% of the market share.
Microsoft is making you pay to use Windows 10 securely after 2025. Here's how much it'll cost you
By Zac Bowden published
PRICING Microsoft has confirmed pricing for its extended support updates program for consumers looking to stay on Windows 10 beyond its end of support deadline next year.
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