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FAQ: Microsoft's new Edge explained
Microsoft's Chromium-based browser has officially arrived, no doubt bringing questions from users about what it means for them. We've got answers.
Windows 7 end of support: Separating the bull from the horns
There’s a lot of misinformation about Win7 end-of-life bouncing around the blogosphere. While the last free official Win7/Server 2008 R2 patch appeared yesterday, there’s more to the story. No need to go running to the nearest...
Patch Tuesday aftermath: The NSA Crypt32 threat is real, but not yet imminent
In one of the most-watched Patch Tuesdays ever, Microsoft yesterday unveiled its security patches for all recent versions of Windows. Star of the show: a security hole contributed by the NSA. As of Wednesday morning, there’s at least...
Microsoft to Windows 7: Beat it, you bum
In case the message isn't clear, Windows 7 PCs will soon show a full-page nag screen reminding users that they could fall victim to cyber criminals by running unpatched software.
Windows 10: A guide to the updates
Here's what you need to know about each update to the current version of Windows 10 as it's released from Microsoft. Now updated for KB4528760, released Jan. 14, 2020.
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Answering your Windows questions: January 2020
Computerworld Windows expert Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis answer viewers' questions about the latest Windows 10 release. If you have a question, post it as a comment so it can be answered in a future episode.
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Answering your Windows questions: January 2020
Computerworld Windows expert Preston Gralla and Executive Editor Ken Mingis answer viewers' questions about the latest Windows 10 release. If you have a question, post it as a comment so it can be answered in a future episode.
Today's Patch Tuesday brings fireworks and — a magic bullet?
The world is expecting a Thor’s thunder clap of a Windows patch later today. Given Microsoft’s track record with flashy hyper-hyped patches, a bit of skepticism is in order. Here’s a bit of history, and an invitation to a ringside...
Seven high points of Windows 7
What a long ride it's been for Microsoft's popular OS. Support for Windows 7 ends today, making this a good time to look at the highs and lows of its lifetime.
Saying goodbye to Windows 7 isn’t easy, but you must
One in five Windows users is still using Windows 7. That’s one too many. It’s time to move on.
Google promises to support Chrome on Windows 7 until July 2021
Although Microsoft support for the aging OS ends this week, Google plans to continue updating its popular browser for Windows 7 until July 2021.
With Patch Tuesday arriving, get Windows Automatic Update under control
If you’re running Win7, 8.1, or Win10 1903 or 1909, putting on a temporary patching pause is quick and easy. Other versions, not so much. Here’s how to run to the sidelines, so you can watch while the pioneers engage in unpaid Windows...
The December 2019 Microsoft patches get the all-clear
There was – and is – no pressing reason to install the December 2019 patches, other than the imminent arrival of January’s Patch Tuesday on Jan. 14. The only major hiccup lies in wait for those who install Win7 patches (or .NET...
Why — and how — I’m moving Win10 production machines to version 1903
As a card-carrying member of the Ain’t-Broke-Don’t-Fix Society, I’ve been keeping my production machines on Win10 1809. It’s now time to move on — but not all the way to Win10 version 1909, which continues to have a major Search bug.
Your Windows PC may become collateral damage in any conflict with Iran
Cyberwarfare is almost inevitable, and the most vulnerable PCs are going to get hit.
Apple has a chance to grow as half a billion Windows 7 PCs hit EOL
Apple could reap a good harvest as Microsoft ends support for nearly half a billion Windows 7 PCs. That support stops on Jan. 14.
FAQ: Last-minute answers about Windows 7's post-retirement patches
The end of support for Windows 7 is coming up fast. For those still running the aging OS, here's what you need to know about Microsoft's Extended Security Updates program.
Microsoft Patch Alert: December patches hang Win7 Pro endpoints and force Server 2012 reboots
The few patches we saw last month tore a big hole in many admins’ holiday plans. The Win7 lockups appear to be sequencing screw-ups with the KB 4531786 Servicing Stack update. Server 2012 machines went into multiple boot loops. And...
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