Upgrading to Windows 11 might take a little tinkering if Windows Update says your desktop or laptop doesn't meet the requirements.

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

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 ...

Since Windows 10 is officially retired, here is what you should do with your older PC that can’t run Windows 11.

If you have a slightly older computer and find that Windows 11 feels a little sluggish from time to time, you can go through ...

Windows 11 includes powerful free tools like Clipchamp (video), Copilot (AI) and Photos (pictures). While you can currently ...

Microsoft Recall adds an AI-based search feature to Windows 11 based on screenshots of the screen content. This also creates ...

Microsoft will continue to provide security updates for Windows 10 through its ESU program, but signing up isn't always easy.

The Windows setup process has generally required an Internet connection and Microsoft account sign-in since the Windows 11 ...

After nearly a decade, Windows 10 reaches the end of mainstream support today. Microsoft will reportedly release the last ...

Today marks the final day of support for Windows 10, but not really because individuals can get an additional year of support ...