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Microsoft said my PC was 'too old' to run Windows 11 - how I upgraded in 5 minutes anyway

It'll require a few extra steps, but you can upgrade an 'incompatible' PC to Windows 11. Here's how I updated mine.
1 week ago by Kyle Kucharski in Windows 11
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The best Windows laptops you can buy in 2026: Expert tested

We've gone hands-on with dozens of Windows laptops, evaluating their performance, portability, and value. Here are our top picks.
1 week ago by Cesar Cadenas in Laptops
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How to upgrade your 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11 - for free

Microsoft really doesn't want customers to upgrade older PCs to Windows 11, but there are workarounds for all but the oldest devices. Now that Windows 10 support has officially ended, here's everything you need to know.
1 month ago by Ed Bott in Windows 11
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Still using Windows 10? You're a prime target for ransomware now - unless you do this

Attackers are circling - and they will strike without warning.
2 months ago by Ed Bott in Security
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8 most Windows-like Linux distros - if you're ready to ditch Microsoft

Your PC doesn't have to die with Windows 10. These Linux distros make switching easy.
2 months ago by Jack Wallen in Linux
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Your Windows 11 upgrade not working? Try my 5 favorite troubleshooting tricks

If a Windows upgrade has ever gone sideways on you, you know how vague and unhelpful the error messages can be. Here are my go-to troubleshooting tricks when that happens.
2 months ago by Ed Bott in Windows 10
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The best VPN for Windows: Tighten up your online security without sacrificing speed

These Windows VPNs will help mask your online activities and enhance your personal security. These are my favorite VPN picks for the Windows operating system this year.
3 months ago by Charlie Osborne in VPN
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First major Windows 10 ESU update is here - with 66 fixes (some critical)

Windows 10 users with extended support can now install their first major security update, rolling out with November's Patch Tuesday.
3 months ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 10
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Microsoft confirms a bug is hitting paid Windows 10 ESU users - here's what's happening

This problem has affected both consumer and business versions of Windows 10.
3 months ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 10
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The end of Windows 10 has been a boon for one particular Linux distro - and I'm not surprised

Windows 10 users are trying the open-source operating system, thanks to the end of support, but one distribution is really enjoying a rise in downloads.
3 months ago by Jack Wallen in Linux
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Can't sign up for Windows 10 security updates? Here's the fix

Microsoft will continue to provide security updates for Windows 10 through its ESU program, but signing up isn't always easy.
4 months ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 10
Microsoft Defender will still work in Windows 10, but is that enough to protect you?

Still on Windows 10? Here's what Microsoft Defender can and can't do for you

Defender will continue to provide security even for unsupported Windows 10 PCs. But Microsoft still wants you to move to Windows 11.
4 months ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 10
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