How to get free Windows 10 security patches until October 2027 – and save $30
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Ed Bott
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About Ed Bott
Ed Bott is an award-winning technology writer with more than three decades' experience writing for mainstream media outlets and online publications. He is the author of more than 25 books. Windows 11 Inside Out, Second Edition, will be released in October 2026.
Recent Articles by Ed Bott
1Password’s price hike sent me looking for alternatives – here’s what I chose
After 1Password raised its rates this year, I decided to look at alternatives. Surprise! Free and low-cost options are strong competitors now.
Microsoft’s new Copilot app puts everything in one place – but the price is ‘evolving’
Microsoft says Copilot has gotten 'actually really good.' The new app has AI agents and can write code. So how much is all this going...
My favorite Windows app makes moving to a new PC so easy – and it’s free
If you're dreading the thought of downloading and installing dozens of apps on your new PC, I have some good news.
How I forced Google Search to give me the results I want and can trust again – it’s easy
When you're looking for authoritative answers, the last thing you need is a bunch of low-quality garbage in your search results. Here's how to fix...
