Are you still using Windows 10 on your desktop or laptop? If so, you need to know this: As of October 14, Microsoft moved the software to its "end of life" phase. What that means is that while Windows ...

Ah, good old Rufus. Where would we be without you? Well, it seems the answer is a world with far fewer Windows 11 machines. October 14 is the last day Windows 10 users will get critical support from ...

Although Windows 10 is no longer officially supported, Microsoft says users can now sign up for free security updates. Here’s ...

For a really long time, if you wanted to use Microsoft Office tools like MS Word, Excel or PowerPoint, you needed to purchase a license for the software. Or you could subscribe to Microsoft 365. But ...

This popular Windows app that allows managing various packages and app updates has gotten faster thanks to underlying code ...

Windows 10 support ends soon. Here’s how you can upgrade to Windows 11 for free, check compatibility, and install it safely on your PC. Microsoft will end official support for Windows 10 on October 14 ...

Following Windows 10’s end-of-life, Flyoobe has grown in popularity for enabling safe Windows 11 upgrades on unsupported ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Welcome to another episode of the Windows Central Podcast! On this week's episode,, Daniel and ...

Upgrading to Windows 11 might take a little tinkering if Windows Update says your desktop or laptop doesn't meet the requirements. While many Windows 11 holdouts are now finally making the switch, a ...

Out of Box Experience update for Windows 11, version 24H2 and 25H2, and Windows Server 2025: October 28, 2025 This update ...

First of all, there is no need to panic about this date. Windows 10 will theoretically continue to run indefinitely, as Microsoft is not discontinuing the functionality of the operating system, there ...

Whether you're trying to eke out a few more years on an aging PC or have been dragging your feet on a Windows 11 upgrade, there are a few ways to switch without paying for it. Our team tests, rates, ...