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Microsoft has added another year to its Extended Security Updates program for Windows 10 users. The change pushes the end date from October 12, 2026, to October 12, 2027. Users on the older operating system will continue receiving patches without taking any action.

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Microsoft released its June Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11 on June 10, introducing a low-latency profile and other performance improvements. The update also patches 206 security vulnerabilities.

Mozilla's Firefox browser will cease support for Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 after February 2026. Users on these systems must upgrade to Windows 10 or later to continue receiving security updates. As an alternative, Mozilla suggests switching to a Linux-based operating system.

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An article published on How-To Geek argues that the ongoing debate between Windows and Linux operating systems is unproductive. Instead, it proposes using both systems together as a more practical approach.

A Linux distribution called Nobara is gaining popularity among gamers for delivering better performance than Windows in running PC games. Designed specifically for gaming and content creation, it comes with pre-installed tools that simplify setup. Recent benchmarks show significant advantages over Windows 11, though some compatibility issues remain.

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Windows continues to lead as the world's dominant desktop operating system, even though Linux is free and mature. Analysts point to software and hardware compatibility, user familiarity, and Microsoft's institutional influence as key reasons for this preference. These factors create barriers to widespread Linux adoption among consumers.