To prevent users from locking their Windows 10 computer, follow the steps below to disable the Lock Screen in Windows 10.

Question: What should I do with my older computer that can’t run Windows 11? Answer: Now that the October 14, 2025 deadline has passed, Windows 10 is officially retired, meaning Microsoft will no ...

This post explains how to find your computer’s username and password in Windows 11. Usernames and passwords are assigned to users when they first set up their Windows account. They are the unique ...

As of October 14, 2025, if your PC is still running Windows 10, it will be left in an unsecure state and vulnerable to any security holes that are discovered in the OS after that date. ALL Windows 10 ...

Windows 10 may be gone, but millions of older PCs aren't ready for retirement. As Microsoft moves on, users are left wondering what happens next and how to keep their dependable machines running ...

Windows 10 PCs can receive free security updates until October 2026. To qualify for free personal updates, enroll with a Microsoft account. Customers in any of the 30 EEA countries automatically ...

Keeping your computer secure is more important than ever. Cyberattacks target computers, accounts and sensitive data daily. Traditional passwords have long been the cornerstone of security, but they ...

Q: What should I do with my older computer that can’t run Windows 11? A: Now that the Oct. 14 deadline has passed, Windows 10 is officially retired, meaning Microsoft will no longer provide free ...

The era of Windows 10 support ends on Oct. 14. After more than a decade, Microsoft is prioritizing updates for the most current OS, Windows 11, and stopping security updates for Windows 10. If ...

Microsoft says Windows 11 users can now start a conversation with the AI-powered Copilot digital assistant by saying the "Hey Copilot" wake word. Windows Insiders have been testing it since May, when ...

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