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A bundle including a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional 2021 and Windows 11 Pro is on sale for $39.97, offering an affordable way to revitalize an old PC with new software and features, significantly cheaper than the regular price of $418.99.
You can upgrade an old PC to Windows 11 Pro for just $9.97, significantly enhancing its features, security, and performance, making it feel like a new machine.
Samsung's 2TB 990 Evo Plus PCIe Gen 5 SSD is on sale for $99.99 at B&H Photo, offering high-speed storage compatible with PCIe Gen 4 and 5 systems, ideal for PC and PS5 users looking to upgrade their storage at a limited-time price.
Early Prime Day deals offer significant discounts on gaming laptops with RTX 50-series GPUs, including models from Acer, HP, and Alienware, with prices dropping by hundreds of dollars just in time for the 4th of July sales event.
Microsoft is offering free extended security updates for Windows 10 until October 13, 2026, but only if users enable Windows Backup to sync settings and files to OneDrive, which may require additional storage. Other options include paying $30 or redeeming Microsoft Reward points. The move aims to encourage users to upgrade to Windows 11, which is promoted as the future of Windows PCs.
Microsoft is allowing Windows 11 to be installed on unsupported PCs, despite recommending against it due to potential malfunctions and lack of updates. While Windows 10 support ends in October 2025, users with incompatible devices can still install Windows 11 at their own risk. Microsoft advises checking compatibility with the Windows PC Health Check app, but suggests upgrading to a compatible device to avoid issues.
Microsoft has issued a warning to 450 million Windows users to update their systems following the discovery of a critical vulnerability exploited by the RomCom cyber threat group. With Windows 10 support ending in October 2025, users are urged to upgrade to Windows 11 or pay for extended support. The vulnerabilities, now patched, allowed attackers to execute arbitrary code via a browser exploit. Microsoft is also promoting new AI features like 'Recall' to encourage hardware upgrades, though user adoption remains slow.
As Windows 10 support ends in October 2025, upgrading to Windows 11 is a viable option for many PCs, but compatibility depends largely on the CPU and the presence of TPM 2.0. PCs from 2019 or later generally support Windows 11, while older models may require workarounds or may not be compatible at all. Users with PCs from 2010-2015 might still upgrade with some adjustments, but those with pre-2010 machines may need to consider alternative operating systems like Linux.
Microsoft has announced that it will stop providing free security updates for Windows 10 starting in October 2025, urging users to upgrade to Windows 11. This affects around 400 million PCs that cannot upgrade due to technical limitations, leaving many users facing a $30 fee for a one-year security extension. The situation raises concerns about affordability, e-waste, and the environmental impact of obsolete PCs. As the deadline approaches, users must decide between upgrading or paying for extended support to maintain security.
Many PCs cannot upgrade to Windows 11 due to stringent system requirements, particularly TPM 2.0 support. However, there's a way to bypass TPM checks and install Windows 11 on unsupported PCs. Microsoft warns of potential risks and discontinuation of updates for non-compliant PCs. To upgrade, back up your PC, download Windows 11 ISO, use Rufus to create a bootable USB drive, customize Windows installation options, and start the upgrade process from the USB drive.
Microsoft has resolved a two-year-old issue preventing certain Windows 10 PCs from upgrading to Windows 11 due to compatibility issues with Intel's Smart Sound Technology drivers. The company has released an update to make it easier for affected PCs to upgrade by allowing the installation of updated Intel drivers via Windows update. However, PCs running Intel’s 11th generation Core processors may still encounter issues, and those unable to receive the updated drivers may be stuck with Windows 10.
Microsoft is aggressively pushing Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11, even if their PCs don't meet the requirements, leading to frustration among consumers. The transition to Windows 11 and AI PCs lacks clear guidelines and benefits, leaving users uncertain about the advantages of upgrading and what they'll need to do so.
Windows 11 Pro is currently on sale for $24.97 (originally $199) until December 25. The Pro version offers features like Azure AD, Hyper-V, Windows Sandbox, and BitLocker Device Encryption. Windows 11 also includes a new appearance, snap layouts, improved voice typing, remote desktop access, TPM 2.0 for hardware-based security, and more.
The 4TB Crucial P3 Plus M.2 SSD, offering massive capacity and fast speeds, is now available at a significantly reduced price of £170 GBP / $200 USD, down from its original £434 MSRP. With tumbling NAND prices, spacious SSDs are now more accessible to mainstream audiences, making this deal particularly compelling for those in need of a fast and spacious M.2 upgrade for their PC.
The Seagate FireCuda 530 2TB NVMe SSD with a heatsink is currently available for £126, a significant discount from its usual price of £160. With impressive speeds and performance comparable to top PCIe 4.0 SSDs like the Samsung 980 Pro and WD SN850, this SSD is an excellent choice for PC and PS5 upgrades. It is recommended for PC users to ensure their motherboard supports PCIe 4.0, while for PS5 users, it meets all speed and size requirements. The specially-designed heatsink makes it a perfect fit for the PS5. Highly recommended for both platforms.