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The Windows 10 Start menu will soon remind you to subscribe to Microsoft 365 via backported Windows 11 upsells
By Zac Bowden published
Upselling This week, Microsoft rolled out a new Windows 10 preview build to Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview Channels which appears to include some hidden changes.
Microsoft 'temporarily' pumps the brakes on its intrusive Windows 11 ads after receiving constant backlash from Windows 10 users
By Kevin Okemwa published
goodbye to ads Microsoft has announced its plan to pump the brakes on featuring ads and popups in the Windows 10 operating system to get users to upgrade to Windows 11.
How to enable Controlled folder access to protect data from ransomware on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Security On Windows 10, you can use these three ways to enable and configure 'Controlled folder access' on your device to protect your files and folders from malicious programs, such as ransomware.
Best free virtual machine software for Windows 10 and 11 in 2024
By Richard Devine last updated
Virtualize Building virtual machines on Windows doesn't have to cost a penny, so here's all the best free software to use.
Forget Windows 10's death: Microsoft will automatically archive unlicensed OneDrive Business accounts effective January 2025 and charge a 'small' reactivation fee
By Kevin Okemwa published
REACTIVATION Microsoft will start archiving unlicensed OneDrive accounts from January 2025. This will apply to accounts that have remained unlicensed for over 90 days.
How to customize Windows 10 look and feel
By Mauro Huculak last updated
For beginners Here are multiple easy ways to customize the appearance of Windows 10, such as desktop background, system colors, Taskbar, and Start menu, so that your experience reflects your personality.
How to use SetupDiag to determine upgrade problems on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Diagnostics These steps will help you get started with the SetupDiag tool, which can analyze and determine the cause of a Windows 10 upgrade or update installation failure.
Microsoft's aggressive ad strategy, Windows 10's death, and Copilot+ PCs have FINALLY pushed Windows 11's market share to an all-time high since launch
By Kevin Okemwa published
FINALLY According to Statcounter, Windows 11 now holds 30.83% of the market share — the highest bar none since its launch.
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