Four years ago, Microsoft declared its intention to discontinue support for some people running Windows on older PCs. That wasn't nearly enough notice, according to the consumer rights organization.

Time is winding down for Windows 10 and Microsoft is reminding PC users to upgrade before they lose files, email and other ...

Update KB5066198 will be the last non-security update for Windows 10. It's now available as an optional install.

Microsoft has released the final non-security preview update for Windows 10, version 22H2, which includes fixes for the ...

The thing is that the updates are still online, in the Microsoft Update Catalog. What Legacy Update provides is a third-party ...

There’s also another option: Extended Security Updates. This lets you keep Windows 10 safe for one more year. To enroll, go ...

Equally important, but often overlooked, is the question of a valid license (get a new Windows 11 license for 50% off on the PCWorld Software store): Don’t worry, in most cases, the upgrade from 10 to ...

Hundreds of readers have completed upgrades using ZDNET's help. In general, they report the upgrade is easy, with few issues. For those who had problems, there were typically simple fixes. Microsoft's ...

Windows 10 reaches end of life on October 14, 2025. Here are 14 essential facts about what happens next, including security, apps, and upgrade options.

Research firm Canalys notes the 'stagnant demand' from US consumers, suggesting few are worried about Windows 10 losing ...

Hardware can be a hurdle: While the Windows 11 upgrade is free for eligible devices, many older PCs won’t meet the new hardware requirements. There’s a paid grace period: Commercial customers can opt ...

The big problem with Microsoft ending Windows 10 support is the lack of security updates. Windows 10 feature updates slowed to a crawl throughout 2024 as Microsoft switched full-time focus to Windows ...