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November 8, 2024

How (and why) to roll back Windows updates on your PC

Windows update KB5043145 caused some users to experience the blue screen of death instead of performance improvements. Before rolling back updates, users should check for adequate hard drive space, restart the system, attempt to reinstall updates, disconnect non-essential hardware, check for conflicts in Device Manager, ensure antivirus software is not interfering, and verify that the Windows Update service is activated. To troubleshoot update issues, Windows 11 users can run the Windows Update troubleshooter from Settings, while Windows 10 users can access it through Update & Security. Users can also utilize system restore points to revert to a previous state, use the Reset Windows Update Tool to repair update components, manually install updates from the Microsoft update catalog, or reset and restart update services via command prompt. If all else fails, reinstalling Windows may be necessary, though it could result in data loss.

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November 7, 2024

Windows 11’s market share hits all-time high — Microsoft’s $30 extended support charge beyond Windows 10’s imminent death won’t cut it

Windows 11 has captured a market share of 35.55% as of October 2024, while Windows 10 holds 60.97%. Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. The International Data Corporation (IDC) reported a 3% growth in global PC shipments in Q2 2024, with approximately 64.9 million units sold. Microsoft has introduced an Extended Security Update (ESU) program for Windows 10 users, allowing them to extend support for an additional year at a cost. A public interest petition has been initiated urging Microsoft to reconsider the end of support for Windows 10.

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November 5, 2024

Windows update disrupts logins to Azure Virtual Desktop and Outlook

Windows 10 update version 22H2 has caused login issues for users accessing Azure Virtual Desktop, Teams, and Outlook, resulting in unexpected shutdowns lasting from 10 minutes to half an hour. The problems are linked to the FSLogix tool, especially for users with FSLogix user profile containers in multi-session environments. Microsoft has identified a compatibility issue between the Azure Active Directory broker and the AppX deployment service as a potential cause. Users are currently awaiting a corrective update from Microsoft.

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November 4, 2024

Windows 11 gains momentum with over 35% market share as Microsoft pushes for upgrades — Windows 10 still has the stronghold on the PC market

Windows 11 reached a market share of 35.58% as of October 2024, marking a nearly 3% increase since its launch, while Windows 10 holds approximately 61% of the Windows market. Microsoft is encouraging users to upgrade by emphasizing Windows 11's compatibility with the latest hardware and its security features. An Extended Security Updates (ESU) subscription for Windows 10 users allows them to receive critical monthly security patches after official support ends in October 2025, applicable to both commercial clients and personal device users. Future enhancements to Windows 11, including AI capabilities and task automation, may increase its adoption, but convincing Windows 10 users, especially those with older hardware, to transition remains a challenge.

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November 4, 2024

Windows 11 continues to creep up behind Windows 10

Microsoft will cease free updates for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. As of October, Windows 11 holds a 35.55 percent share of the desktop Windows market, while Windows 10 has a 60.97 percent share, down from 69.9 percent in April. Microsoft has introduced a pricing structure for continued security updates for Windows 10 users, which has faced criticism from advocacy groups like the Public Interest Research Group (PIRG). Users upgrading to Windows 11 have encountered challenges, and older hardware is excluded from the upgrade path. In January 2019, Windows 10 had a market share of 53.18 percent, ahead of Windows 7's 35.05 percent before its support ended.

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November 3, 2024

Your Windows 10 PC can’t be upgraded? You have 5 options before support ends in 2025

Windows 10 will reach its end-of-support date on October 14, 2025, after which it will no longer receive updates, including security patches. Users can choose to continue using Windows 10, buy new hardware, switch to a Linux distribution or ChromeOS Flex, pay for Extended Security Options (ESUs) from Microsoft, or attempt to upgrade incompatible hardware to Windows 11 despite potential risks. The final version of Windows 10, 22H2, will receive monthly security updates until the end-of-support date.

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November 3, 2024

Microsoft confirms issues in Windows 10 KB5045594, KB5044273 (mandatory update)

Windows 10 users are experiencing new bugs as the operating system nears its end of support, scheduled for less than a year from now. Microsoft has acknowledged at least three issues related to recent updates KB5044273 and KB5045594. Users have reported installation problems with error code 0x800f0805 and significant challenges with applications failing to launch after the updates. Specific issues include: 1. Applications, such as those on Lenovo 20WE computers, fail to open after the KB5044273 update, with a workaround involving uninstalling the update. 2. Certain apps, including Wallpaper Engine and TranslucentTB, do not start automatically upon logging in. 3. Microsoft confirmed that applications like Teams, Narrator, and Quick Assist may crash when accessed by non-administrator users, particularly if launched with non-admin rights. 4. Enterprise customers using Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) may encounter a black screen upon login and issues with logging out, along with potential crashes of the Start menu. 5. Another black screen issue during the AVD login process can last from 10 to 30 minutes. Microsoft is working on fixes, expected to be released on November 12, and has announced an option to extend security updates for Windows 10 until October 14, 2026.

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November 3, 2024

Windows 11 reaches 35% market share, and 52% of gamers adore the new OS

Windows 11's market share reached 35.58 percent in October 2024, an increase from 33.42 percent in September, while Windows 10's share declined from 62.75 percent to 60.95 percent. In the gaming sector, Windows 11 64-bit users increased by 4.28 percent, whereas Windows 10 64-bit users decreased by 2.71 percent, now at 45.95 percent. Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, with no plans for extension for consumer editions, while enterprise editions have a three-year Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. Users can pay for a one-year extension for security updates. Microsoft claims its Copilot+ PCs are five times faster than popular models from five years ago.

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November 2, 2024

Microsoft is asking for 30 of your American dollars to keep Windows 10 safe for a year after it’s put out to pasture

Windows 10 users will lose official support from Microsoft on October 14, 2025. The Extended Security Updates (ESU) program will be available to consumers for the first time, allowing users of older systems to receive critical security updates for an additional year. The ESU program is a temporary solution and not intended as a long-term fix. Consumers will pay a fee for a single year of security updates, while businesses will face escalating costs that double each year. If a business joins in the second year, it must also pay for the first year's updates, as the ESUs are cumulative. The ESU program provides a way to maintain security for Windows 10 users before transitioning to Windows 11.

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November 1, 2024

Windows 10 support ends in October 2025, but you can pay $30 to get another year of security updates

Microsoft has announced that mainstream support for Windows 10 will end in October 2025, urging users to upgrade to Windows 11. Users can continue using Windows 10 but will face increasing risks as Microsoft will stop providing security, bug fixes, and feature updates. Extended Security Updates (ESU) will be available for personal users for one additional year and for business users for up to three years, with escalating costs. Personal users will not receive updates after October 2026, while business customers can extend updates for a fee that increases annually. Even with ESU, only security updates will be provided, with no bug fixes or feature updates.