In a statement to Windows Latest, Microsoft confirmed that it retired the traditional Windows "telephone-based" activation ...

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Failure to activate Windows will result in watermarks and feature restrictions, which could be bad news for customers who don ...

Microsoft has unexpectedly removed the last remaining method for activating Windows without an internet connection.

Microsoft has quietly taken another step toward an entirely online ecosystem, effectively ending phone-based activation for ...

Microsoft recently added a new feature that gives a significant performance boost to certain SSDs. However, there's a caveat.

Love it or hate it, Microsoft’s operating systems are among the most popular options available today. Windows 11 is now over ...

A new year is the perfect time to start fresh — and that includes making sure your PC is properly activated. As 2026 begins, ...

The Command Palette is a feature available on Windows 11 through PowerToys designed for advanced users who want faster access ...

UK FCA plans September 2026 opening for crypto firm licensing applications under new regime, requiring full FSMA ...

When your computer’s operating system does more work than you do, everything becomes easier — from multitasking to security ...