➀ Windows 10即将正式停止支持，但微软的升级工具出现了问题；

➁ 微软提供了一些免费延长Windows 10支持的方法；

➂ 用户可以选择使用第三方工具进行Windows 11的安装。

➀ Microsoft acknowledges critical bug in Windows Media Creation Tool (MCT) released on Sept 29, causing unexpected closures without error messages;

➁ With Windows 10 EOL on October 14, MCT's failure disrupts user upgrades to Windows 11;

➂ Workarounds include using Windows Update or directly downloading Windows 11 ISO, though compatibility checks may require third-party tools like Rufus.

➀ The approaching end of Windows 10 support has led to a surge in PC purchases, with IDC Research reporting a 9.4% year-over-year increase in PC shipments to 75.8 million units in the third quarter of 2025. Lenovo has emerged as the biggest beneficiary in the rush to avoid being left behind by Microsoft.

➁ Windows 10 will enter semi-retirement on October 14, 2025, with no further technical support or free software updates. Microsoft has mostly held firm to this decision, despite calls to keep Windows 10 rolling.

➂ Lenovo has grown its market share from 23.8% to 25.5%, accounting for just over a quarter of all PCs.

➀ NTDEV's Nano11 Builder reduces Windows 11 ISO size by up to 3.5× through aggressive component stripping.

➁ The minimal installation footprint can reach 2.8GB using Windows 11 LTSC as base, optimized for VM testing environments.

➂ This experimental tool removes non-essential features like Windows Hello and pre-installed apps but isn't recommended for daily use.

➀ Microsoft's August 2025 security updates break system recovery tools on Windows 10/11, affecting Reset This PC and RemoteWipe features；

➁ Failed resets roll back silently without data loss, but leave recovery functions unusable；

➂ An additional SSD vanishing bug during large file transfers is under investigation, with fixes pending.

➀ Windows 11 has now become the most popular operating system on the desktop, according to the latest market share figures from Statcounter. It took just over four years for Windows 11 to achieve this, following its release to manufacturing in 2021.

➁ The shift in market share from Windows 10 to Windows 11 has been significant, with Windows 11 now accounting for 52% of all Windows installations on the desktop, compared to 44.59% for Windows 10.

➂ Microsoft's Copilot+ initiative has been a significant factor in the rise of Windows 11, and support for Windows 10 is set to end on October 14, 2025.

➀ Microsoft blocks WD Black SN770 SSDs from receiving Windows 11 24H2 update due to HMB compatibility issues;

➁ Despite WD releasing firmware fixes in October 2024, Microsoft's update system fails to integrate the solution;

➂ Users must manually update firmware via SanDisk Dashboard software to resolve the conflict.

➀ ASUS is urging Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 or purchase a new PC due to the end of support for Windows 10.

➁ Microsoft has been warning about the risks of using unsupported PCs, emphasizing the need for a modern, secure operating system.

➂ ASUS highlights the benefits of Windows 11 and Copilot+, suggesting that if your current laptop doesn't support these, it's time for an upgrade.

➀ Microsoft mandates all USB-C ports on Windows 11 devices to support data, charging, and display via WHCP certification;

➁ USB4 40Gbps ports must be fully compatible with Thunderbolt 3 peripherals;

➂ Device validation requires USB-IF certified hardware and Microsoft drivers for centralized security updates.

➀ IDC revises 2025 global PC shipment forecast to 274M units, citing 4.1% YoY growth driven by manufacturers rushing to beat U.S. tariffs and Windows 11 migration;

➁ Tariff exemptions during a 90-day pause motivate bulk shipments to the U.S., but oversupply risks loom post-deadline;

➂ Windows 10's EOL in October 2025 may accelerate Windows 11 adoption, while AI PCs remain a delayed hope for 2026.

➀ Microsoft has entered the final phase of rolling out Windows 11 24H2, automatically pushing the update to unmanaged Home and Pro edition devices;

➁ Users can manually check for updates, but many will face automatic downloads with limited control over installation timing, potentially causing issues for storage-constrained devices;

➂ Despite Windows 10 still holding a 52.94% market share, Microsoft is aggressively promoting Windows 11 through ads and update prompts ahead of Windows 10's end-of-support in October 2025.

➀ Windows 11 prevents shutdown if apps are open, even without unsaved work;

➁ The feature is a safety measure but can be bypassed via registry edits;

➂ Adjusting AutoEndTasks and timeout settings forces apps to close faster during shutdown.

➀ Guide to creating a bootable Linux USB using Rufus for UEFI systems;

➁ Step-by-step installation of Ubuntu 22.04.1 alongside Windows 11 with partition management;

➂ BIOS configuration to enable GRUB bootloader for dual OS selection.

➀ Microsoft has sent out emails to remind Windows 10 users that support for the OS will end on October 14, 2025.

➁ After the end date, Windows 10 will no longer receive critical updates, making it more vulnerable to security threats.

➂ Users can pay $30 for an additional year of updates, but Windows 11 requires hardware upgrades for many systems.

➀ Windows 10 will stop receiving free security updates in October 2025;

➁ Many PCs cannot run Windows 11 due to hardware requirements;

➂ Charities face the challenge of what to do with these PCs, considering security risks and the need for user-friendly systems.

➀ Microsoft has lifted the compatibility hold on Windows 11 24H2 for PCs with certain versions of AutoCAD installed.

➁ A bug in 24H2 affected AutoCAD 2022, preventing it from launching.

➂ The issue is resolved by Autodesk in the software update S182.0.0 AutoCAD 2022.1.4 or higher updates.