It's risky. But it can be done. Here are your options Reviewed by Michael Barton Heine Jr This guide explains two methods for renaming your Windows 10 user folder. Editing the name of your account in ...

Windows 10 extended security updates available for $30 or 1,000 Microsoft Points. ESU license requires signing into a Microsoft Account, not ideal for local account users. ESU support lasts until ...

Although Windows 10 is no longer officially supported, Microsoft says users can now sign up for free security updates. Here’s ...

We encountered a peculiar issue where the user account did not exist in the User Accounts utility (netplwiz), but the account was visible in the Command Prompt. Various factors, including a corrupted ...

You can choose to upgrade to Windows 11 for free if your computer is compatible. You can buy a new PC that already has Windows 11 pre-installed (or opt for an alternative, like a Mac or a Chromebook).

TL;DR: Microsoft extends Windows 10 security updates for one year beyond the October 2025 end-of-support deadline, requiring users to sync PC settings via a Microsoft account or pay $30 per device.

People living in the European Economic Area will get it for free by registering. For other users to get it for free, they need to have updated to the latest version of Windows 10, have a Microsoft ...

Windows 10 support ends on Oct. 14. Here's how to keep access to Windows 10 security updates without spending a dime.