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Windows 7 is dead — what you need to do now

By Mark Anthony Ramirez published 12 January 23

Windows 7 and 8.1 will no longer receive security updates, thus making them unsafe to use.

Software

Microsoft's emergency PrintNightmare patch is a nightmare for some printers

By Sean Riley published 9 July 21

Microsoft's emergency security patch for the PrintNightmare vulnerability has an unfortunate side effect in that it is completely disabling some printers.

Printers & Scanners

Critical Windows patch issued for PrintNightmare vulnerability — update now!

By Sean Riley published 7 July 21

The PrintNightmare flaw that emerged earlier this week has been addressed with an emergency patch from Microsoft that should be installed immediately on Windows 7 and up.

Antivirus & Cyber-security

Windows 7 is more popular than it should be — it's time to upgrade to Windows 10

By Mark Anthony Ramirez published 5 November 20

Recent reports reveal that Windows 7 is the second most popular OS even though users can still upgrade for free.

Windows Laptops

A quarter of devices still run Windows 7 — FBI warns of security issues

By Kimberly Gedeon published 6 August 20

A quarter of the world’s devices still run Windows 7. Due to security risks, the FBI is stepping in to encourage Windows 7 users to upgrade their systems.

Antivirus & Cyber-security