ZDNET's key takeaways Microsoft stopped supporting Windows 10 on Oct. 14, 2025.Many PCs with Windows 10 don't pass Microsoft's strict requirement check.It's possible to bypass this and install Windows ...

On October 14, Microsoft is pulling the plug on Windows 10. Here's how to keep your PC alive when Microsoft stops releasing ...

If Windows Update says your desktop or laptop doesn't meet the requirements for Windows 11, a bit of work under the hood could make it happen anyway.

Windows 10 has been one of the best and most stable versions of the operating system from Microsoft, and it is no wonder that ...

Best Buy is holding a sale on Microsoft Copilot+ PCs, with discounts up to $700 off. This is great timing, as Microsoft is ...

Windows 11 version 23H2 stops receiving security updates on November 11, 2025. If you're running this version (released in October 2023), your PC will no longer get monthly patches that protect ...

Look outside the Microsoft ecosystem and consider trying out alternative operating systems – platforms that continue to be ...

Clearing out this hidden data can noticeably speed up your computer - here's how to find and access the setting.

To password protect a folder in Windows 10, you'll need to open the folder's "Properties" menu.

If your computer is still running without issues and meets your needs, you have a few ways to extend its life beyond 2025.

Best Buy is holding a sale on Microsoft Copilot+ PCs, with discounts up to $700 off. This is great timing, as Microsoft is ...