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January 27, 2026

Minecraft gamifies Sir John Soane’s Museum

Minecraft has partnered with Sir John Soane’s Museum to create a digital experience called Soane’s Portals to the Past, allowing players to explore a virtual version of the museum. This interactive gaming experience features digital guides, including historical figures Sir John Soane and his wife, Eliza, as well as Soane's dog, Fan. Notable spaces like the Picture Gallery, Breakfast Room, and Dome have been recreated, showcasing artworks such as Canaletto's Riva degli Schiavoni, Venice. Players can also embark on guided tours of ancient sites in Egypt, Greece, and Rome. The virtual environment was created by BlockBuilders, and lesson plans from Microsoft Office 365 Education enhance its educational value. The partnership aims to fulfill the museum's educational mission and share its collection with a global audience through Minecraft. A demo of the experience is available for download.

Winsage

November 11, 2025

This HP Windows Laptop with Office 365 Drops to Pennies, Now Cheaper Than a Generic Audio Headset

HP's Stream 14 is a budget laptop priced at on Amazon, featuring Windows 11, 256GB of SSD storage, and a year-long subscription to Microsoft Office 365 valued at . It is powered by an Intel Processor N150 and includes 16GB of DDR4 RAM, allowing for efficient multitasking. The laptop combines 128GB of internal UFS storage with an additional 128GB from a docking station. It has a 14-inch HD anti-glare display with a resolution of 1366 x 768. The package includes a 7-in-1 docking station and a 32GB microSD card for expanded connectivity and storage options.

Winsage

September 5, 2025

Support for Windows 10 Ends Next Month: Here’s How to Update Your PC to Windows 11 If You Haven’t Already

Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, encouraging users to upgrade to Windows 11. Before upgrading, users should back up their files to prevent data loss, using either an external drive or OneDrive for cloud storage. To download Windows 11, users can either install it over Windows 10 or perform a clean install using a USB flash drive with the Media Creation Tool. During installation, users can choose to preserve existing files or perform a clean install. For those hesitant to upgrade, continuing with Windows 10 poses security risks, and Linux is suggested as an alternative operating system. User-friendly Linux distributions like Linux Mint or Ubuntu are recommended for newcomers.

Winsage

August 12, 2025

Web Account Manager: The Foundational Enabler of Single Sign-On for Windows Applications within the Microsoft Identity Ecosystem

Organizations are adopting cloud-first strategies for digital identity management, particularly using Microsoft identity providers and implementing Zero Trust Architecture. Microsoft's Web Account Manager (WAM), introduced with Windows 10, is central to this transformation, enabling secure access and single sign-on (SSO) across applications like Microsoft 365 Copilot, Office 365, Teams, and OneDrive. WAM addresses fragmentation issues associated with traditional authentication methods by centralizing identity management and token handling, thus enhancing security and user experience. WAM mitigates fragmentation challenges by simplifying protocol integration, managing token lifecycle, and reducing operational overhead. It provides seamless SSO for end-users, simplifies integration for developers, and supports compliance and security for organizations. WAM features two primary APIs for token acquisition: GetTokenSilently and RequestToken, which facilitate secure token requests based on device states and application needs. Future enhancements will focus on improving token protection strategies.

Winsage

August 5, 2025

Microsoft announces end of support for Windows 11 SE

Microsoft announced that support for Windows 11 SE will end in October 2026. Windows 11 SE is designed for education, running on web-first devices with essential education apps and Microsoft Office 365 preinstalled. After version 24H2, no feature updates will be released, and support will cease, including software updates, technical assistance, and security fixes. While devices will continue to function, users are advised to transition to another edition of Windows 11 for ongoing support and security. Windows 11 SE was developed to compete with Chromebooks in the educational market but faced challenges due to its diminished user experience.

Winsage

August 5, 2025

Microsoft announces end of support for Windows 11 SE

Microsoft has announced that it will phase out Windows 11 SE, with support and updates ending in October 2026. Windows 11 SE was designed for educational environments and low-spec devices, featuring essential educational applications and Microsoft Office 365 (subscription required). The decision comes as Chromebooks gain popularity in the educational sector. Microsoft will not release any feature updates after version 24H2, and users are advised to transition to devices that support other editions of Windows 11 for continued support and security. The operating system has been criticized for its reduced functionality and user experience compared to standard laptops.

Winsage

August 3, 2025

Microsoft Quietly Confirms It’s Killing Off A Version Of Windows 11

Microsoft will phase out support for Windows 11 SE in October 2026, with no further feature updates following version 24H2. Devices running Windows 11 SE will continue to function but will not receive software updates, technical assistance, or security fixes after this date. The Surface Laptop SE, priced at 9, will not support the full version of Windows 11.

Winsage

February 23, 2025

WinApps: Virtualized Windows Apps On Linux, Plus Windowing

Linux users can now run the latest version of Photoshop on Linux machines with access to a dedicated mobile GPU, thanks to innovative open-source solutions. This is achieved through the WinApps project, which integrates a virtual machine into the Linux desktop using Remote Desktop Protocol, allowing Windows applications to run alongside native Linux programs. The setup requires significant effort, particularly in recognizing the GPU, but it enables heavy-duty applications to function effectively on machines like the HP Envy 16 with an Intel i7-12700H processor and 32GB of RAM. While WinApps offers substantial benefits for users relying on Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office 365, it is best suited for casual use due to potential bugs and performance issues. The development of WinApps reflects the contributions of various open-source teams, including those at Red Hat, and suggests future enhancements may improve accessibility for users.

Winsage

November 30, 2024

Buy a Microsoft Office 2019 license for Mac or Windows for 85% off with this deal

StackSocial is offering a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 at an 85% discount. This version includes applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, and Access, but does not include Microsoft Teams. Users need to have Windows 10 or 11, or MacOS Monterey Version 12 or newer to download the software. Although StackSocial is an authorized Microsoft partner, there is a possibility that Microsoft could terminate the license in the future.

Winsage

November 26, 2024

Get a lifetime license for Microsoft Office for Windows or Mac for $70

Stack Social is offering a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for both Windows and Mac users, starting at a reduced price of .99, down from the regular price of 9.99. This one-time purchase includes access to applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneNote, Publisher, and Access. Windows users must have Windows 10 or 11, while Mac users need at least macOS Monterey, Ventura, or Sonoma. The offer does not include benefits associated with Microsoft Office 365, such as cloud storage and regular updates. The term "lifetime" license may have caveats, and potential buyers are encouraged to act quickly as the deal is limited-time.