Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info
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Microsoft quietly extends Windows 10's extra security updates program for free: Users can now stay on Windows 10 until October 2027 securely
Windows 10's ESU program has been quietly extended by an extra year, now ending on October 12, 2027 instead of October 2026.
Further reading:
- Microsoft extends Windows 10 extended security updates program amid RAMpocalypse - windowscentral.com
- Still stuck on Windows 10? There are ways to upgrade your PC to Windows 11 for free, even if it's incompatible - pcmag.com
- Still on Windows 10? Here's how to get security support for another year - pcmag.com
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Hands-on with Windows 11's updated Start menu customization features
Microsoft has announced major customization upgrades coming soon to the Start menu on Windows 11, addressing top feedback and requests from users for enabling control over what does and doesn't appear when you open it.
Further reading:
- Microsoft reveals 5 long-overdue Windows 11 features arriving in 30 days, no AI required - windowslatest.com
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These Hacks Let You Force Quit Frozen Apps on Windows
If you can't access Task Manager, try these tips.
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Microsoft confirms Windows 11 26H2 for fall 2026 release, reveals supported PCs and other details
Microsoft has finally confirmed: Windows 11 26H2 is shipping this year, and it’s not a major release, as the company is trying to make Windows updates more predictable. It means this year’s feature update will be similar to Windows 11 25H2 and install via an enablement package (eKB).
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Microsoft reveals New Outlook will group notifications, but Classic still loads emails faster
Microsoft says “New” Outlook will soon group your notifications and reduce interruptions, aka notification spam, on Windows, but it won’t admit that Outlook Classic loads emails faster, almost more than 10 seconds faster when you open emails via notifications.
Further reading:
- Microsoft reveals all the features coming to New Outlook, but Outlook Classic still beats it - windowslatest.com
- Add an email account to Outlook for Windows - support.microsoft.com
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FBI warns Microsoft users about passwordless scam
The FBI is warning about an emerging phishing-as-a-service platform called Kali365. It targets Microsoft 365 accounts, including Outlook, Teams and OneDrive.
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Change your Gmail address without losing a single email
Tech pro ThioJoe shows how you can change your Gmail address setup without losing any of your existing emails or account history.
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Google's Gemini AI can do a lot, but here are 15 features you'll actually use
The free version is geared toward basic tasks, such as answering questions, summarizing text, translating languages, and generating simple code. It can also remember a limited amount of information from previous chats. Even with the free version, I've found a few ways the AI can help in your everyday life. Here's what you need to know.
Further reading:
- Google just launched an alarming new feature aimed to train AI — here’s how to turn it off - huffpost.com
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You may see new ways to pay for Android apps and subscriptions starting next week
Starting June 30, developers in the US, UK, and Europe will be able to offer expanded payment options for digital purchases on the Google Play Store. That means some apps could begin directing users to their own websites or offering alternative checkout systems instead of relying entirely on Google Play Billing.
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You Can Now Use Google Wallet at Airport Security Instead Your ID
Touchless ID is expanding for Android users who have TSA PreCheck.
