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You can check for updates on Windows 10 by going to your "Update & Security" menu. If an update is available, it'll begin ...

How to clear your Windows 11 PC cache (and what happens if you don't)

Windows 11 can identify large files, unused apps, and system files that can be safely deleted. This is a good place to start when optimizing your disk space. Here's how to access these tools: 1. Click ...

Battlefield 6 Secure Boot not enabled? Here's how to prep your PC for launch.

I'm seeing a lot of PC players concerned over Battlefield 6's Secure Boot requirement, so I put together this step-by-step ...

Windows 10 dies next week. Here’s how to keep your older PC alive

After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer release any regular updates to Windows 10. The company may make exceptions ...
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Support For Windows 10 Ends Next Month: Here's How to Update Your PC to Windows 11 If You Haven’t Already

It’s time to get on board with Windows 11. Four years after launching its current operating system, Microsoft will cease support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Though Microsoft has quietly given ...

Millions of PCs at risk as Windows 10 updates come to an end

With hackers targeting outdated systems, PC users need to act quickly to avoid malware attacks that could put their data at ...