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Microsoft Pushes Windows 10 Users to Upgrade, But There Are Better Options

2025-03-21

Microsoft is urging Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11, as support for Windows 10 ends in October 2025. Emails are being sent out, suggesting a trade-in for a new PC. However, this isn't the most economical option. Many users remain on Windows 10, presenting a challenge for Microsoft. Instead of trading in their old machines, users can repurpose them for various tasks like media centers, gaming machines, or home servers.

RIP Skype: Microsoft Officially Kills Off Its Legacy Messaging App

2025-02-28

After two decades, Microsoft is finally pulling the plug on Skype in May. Users are being urged to migrate to Microsoft Teams for their communication needs. While Skype has received updates over the years, the writing has been on the wall since the launch of Teams, Microsoft's collaboration platform designed to compete with Slack. This move solidifies Microsoft's commitment to Teams as its primary communication service.

Microsoft Cracks Down on Windows 11 TPM 2.0 Bypass Tools

2025-02-04

Microsoft has removed documentation on bypassing Windows 11's TPM 2.0 requirement and flagged the popular bypass tool Flyby11 as potential malware in its Defender antivirus. This move aims to prevent users from installing Windows 11 on incompatible hardware. With Windows 10's support ending soon, Microsoft is pushing users to upgrade or buy new PCs, but Flyby11's developer is working to resolve the issue.