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February 3, 2025

Windows 11 hits a new market share milestone ahead of Windows 10’s end-of-life support

As of July 2025, Windows 10 will have been in service for a decade, with its end-of-life status set for October 2025. Microsoft typically provides five years of broader support followed by five years of security updates for its operating systems. Windows 10 has a user base reluctant to upgrade, partly due to concerns over telemetry and new hardware requirements for Windows 11, which some older motherboards do not meet. Recent data shows Windows 11's market share at 36.65%, while Windows 10's share has declined to 60.33%. Windows 7 holds about 2.4% of the market. Many enterprises prefer paying for extended security support instead of upgrading. The UK National Health Service upgraded from Windows XP to Windows 10 in 2018. Microsoft and OEM partners expect the end-of-life status for Windows 10 to drive upgrades in 2025, although trade tensions could complicate this. Valve's Steam Hardware Survey indicates Windows 11 has seen a slight decline in market share, while it still dominates the gaming market with approximately 54%. Overall, Windows holds a 96% share on Steam, with Linux at around 2% and macOS at 1.4%.

AppWizard

December 28, 2024

All colors of wood in Minecraft

Mojang has introduced various wood types in Minecraft, each with distinct colors and characteristics: 1. Oak - Light brown; found in plains and flower forests. 2. Spruce - Brown; thrives in snowy taigas and old-growth taigas. 3. Birch - Cream; commonly found in birch forests and meadows. 4. Jungle - Orangish brown; primarily found in jungle biomes. 5. Acacia - Orange; grows in savannah biomes. 6. Dark Oak - Dark brown; found exclusively in the Dark Forest biome. 7. Mangrove - Red; introduced in the 1.19 Wild Update, native to the Mangrove Swamp biome. 8. Cherry Blossom - Light pink; added in the 1.20 Trails and Tales update, exclusive to the Cherry Grove biome. 9. Crimson Fungus - Raspberry; found in the Crimson Forest biome in the Nether. 10. Warped Fungus - Cyan; thrives in the Warped Forest biome in the Nether. 11. Pale Oak - White; introduced in the 1.21.4 The Garden Awakens Drop, found in the new Pale Garden biome.

AppWizard

December 28, 2024

What a Minecraft Game Made in Unreal Engine 5 Could Look Like

Digital Dreams has reimagined Minecraft using Unreal Engine 5, resulting in impressive visuals that surpass those of a movie featuring Jack Black and Jason Momoa. The hardware requirements for this version include a Gigabyte Aorus X670 AX motherboard, AMD Ryzen 9 7950x processor, Kingston Fury 6000MHz RAM, NVIDIA RTX 4090 graphics card, and Samsung 970 EVO SSD. LEGO has released The Crafting Table building set to celebrate Minecraft's 15th anniversary, designed for adult fans. This set features 12 biomes, including Deep Dark and Lush Cave, and includes five mini builds and eight micro figures, such as Steve and Creeper.

AppWizard

December 26, 2024

Minecraft player recreates Tower of Sauron from Lord of the Rings

A Minecraft user, u/Disastrous_Parsley38, shared a detailed creation of the Tower of Sauron on Reddit, which stands over 500 blocks tall and took approximately two months to complete. The build features the iconic fiery eye and has garnered admiration from other users. The Minecraft community has also seen recreations of notable structures such as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and the Shiganshina District from Attack on Titan, showcasing the game's potential for artistic expression.

AppWizard

December 24, 2024

PC Gamer’s highest review scores of 2024

Concerns about "score inflation" in gaming reviews have been raised, with a score of 90% expected to represent an exceptional game. PC Gamer has not awarded a score higher than 98%, with Baldur's Gate 3 receiving the highest score of 97% in its UK edition. The 2024 Game of the Year Award winners are not included, but the year featured quality titles. Scores and their corresponding games include: - 89%: - Persona 3 Reload - Tekken 8 - Dragon's Dogma 2 - V Rising - Little Kitty, Big City - Lorelai and the Laser Eyes - 90%: - Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 - Shogun Showdown - Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred - Satisfactory - Riven - Animal Well - Granblue Fantasy: Relink - 91%: - Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake - Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance - Wild Bastards - Balatro - 92%: - Destiny 2: The Final Shape - Factorio: Space Age - 94%: - Caves of Qud - 95%: - Not specified in the provided text.

AppWizard

December 24, 2024

For all you mayors managing your budgets, here are 5 city builders from 2024 with great discounts in the Steam Winter Sale

The Steam Winter Sale features city builders from 2024 with discounts of at least 25%. Notable games include: - Game Title 1: A captivating city-building experience with innovative mechanics. - Game Title 2: A vibrant world for architectural creativity. - Game Title 3: A critically acclaimed title focused on urban planning. - Game Title 4: A unique twist on the genre that challenges creativity and strategy. These games are available at their lowest prices ever or at familiar price points, providing an opportunity to enhance your digital library during the holiday season.

AppWizard

December 18, 2024

I played 27 new cozy games this year and my top 5 only includes 2 farm sims, I promise

This year, 27 cozy games were played, with notable titles including Fields of Mistria, Sky: Children of the Light, Infinity Nikki, Tiny Glade, and Rusty's Retirement. Fields of Mistria is a farm sim that evokes nostalgia for Harvest Moon games, featuring engaging characters and user-friendly elements. Sky: Children of the Light, a social MMO platformer, successfully transforms the single-player experience of Journey into a multiplayer format, offering a vast world and seasonal content. Infinity Nikki is an open-world adventure that combines outfit collection with platforming, while Tiny Glade allows for creative building with a procedural system. Rusty's Retirement is an idle farm sim that integrates gameplay into daily tasks. Additionally, The Garden Path is highlighted as a refreshing gardening simulator.

Winsage

December 17, 2024

Save a staggering 90% off Windows 11 Pro with this limited-time weekend deal

Stack Social is offering Windows 11 Pro for a limited time at a discounted price of , down from its regular price of 9, representing a 90% discount. This is the lowest price seen this year. Windows remains the preferred operating system for many users, particularly for those who value familiarity and ease of use. Windows 11 Pro includes features such as enhanced software support, Hyper-V virtualization, BitLocker drive encryption, and superior remote desktop capabilities. Interested buyers should verify their PC hardware compatibility and act quickly due to the limited duration of the offer.

AppWizard

December 13, 2024

Lord Of The Rings fans can finally explore all of Middle-Earth in this free open-world

A project has been underway since 2010 to recreate the entirety of Middle-Earth in Minecraft, attracting global creators. This version spans approximately 29,000 by 30,000 blocks, or about 870 square kilometers. The project is free for exploration, and the team is seeking skilled Minecraft builders to join. Participants can explore iconic locations such as Moria, Isengard, and Minas Tirith. The craftsmanship in this rendition of Middle-Earth is noted for its remarkable creativity and detail.

AppWizard

December 11, 2024

LEGO Minecraft The Trial Chamber (21271) Revealed

The Trial Chamber (21271) LEGO set is now available for purchase on the LEGO Shop, priced at .99 and comprising 322 pieces. It is designed for children aged 8 and above and features two skeleton figures, two breeze figures, a Shadow Hoodie minifigure, two spawners, two flick-fire missile launchers, a spring-loaded missile, three pots with treasures, and a dedicated room with a bed and table. The set offers a treasure hunt experience similar to the Minecraft video game. Additionally, the LEGO Builder app allows users to enhance their playtime by zooming in, rotating models in 3D, and tracking building progress. The set will be officially released on March 1.