Windows 11 Finally Brings Explorer Tabs and More: These 5 Cool Features Are Planned
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Key FactsMicrosoft Reports Windows 11 Responding Up to 20% Faster
Oct 16, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- Microsoft measured interactions up to 20 percent faster between two builds; this does not represent a blanket acceleration of all programs.
- Optimized memory management can keep up to 2 GiB more active data in RAM on suitable systems.
- On computers with up to 8 GiB RAM, widgets load only when opened, freeing more than 200 MiB for other applications.
- The redesigned search will initially be tested with Windows Insiders and is intended to become more broadly available later this year.
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Key FactsMicrosoft Extends Windows 10 Security Updates Through October 2027
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- Following the October 14, 2025 retirement, Microsoft is offering another year of security updates.
- The extension keeps Windows 10 secure until October 2027 and remains available even without prior ESU enrollment.
- It provides security updates only, without new features like those included in some Windows 11 updates.
- Memory and storage prices surged in 2026, while Windows 11 requires TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot.
I wouldn't be surprised if Microsoft extended Windows 10 to 2028, as it planned for enterprise systems with paid ESU plans.— Abhishek, XDA author, expressing a personal expectation about Windows 10's extension and ESU plans.
Windows update patches a whopping 1,400 security bugs - including 2 zero days - ZDNET
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Still Stuck on Windows 10? There Are Ways to Upgrade Your PC to Windows 11 for Free, Even If It's Incompatible
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Key FactsFree Windows 11 Upgrades for Windows 10 PCs
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- Microsoft requires TPM 2.0, enabled Secure Boot, and a supported processor; PC Health Check verifies eligibility.
- Compatible Windows 10 systems can receive Windows 11 through Windows Update, Installation Assistant, Media Creation Tool, or an ISO file.
- Rufus can bypass requirements on unsupported PCs, using a USB drive with at least 8GB that will be completely reformatted.
- Microsoft’s Windows 10 ESU program runs through October 12, 2027; free access uses 1,000 Rewards points or OneDrive backup, otherwise costs $30.
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Wi-Fi 7 Isn’t Supported By Windows 10, Only Works With Windows 11, Linux & ChromeOS
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Key FactsWi-Fi 7 Only Compatible with Windows 11, Linux & ChromeOS
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- Wi-Fi 7 will introduce the next generation of wireless connectivity, but it requires the latest Windows OS for full support.
- Windows 10 devices will not be able to use Wi-Fi 7, only supported by Windows 11, Linux & ChromeOS.
- The Wi-Fi 7 solutions are based on an improved process technology, offering a much lower active power design.
- Wi-Fi 7 technology will be a major selling point in the upcoming 'Core Ultra' platform.
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