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Windows 10 Support Ends: How to Get Free Extended Security Updates

Microsoft has ended mainstream support for Windows 10, leaving millions of computers vulnerable. However, US users can now enroll in Extended Security Updates for free. This guide walks you through the process to keep your system protected for another year.

As of today, Windows 10 support has officially ended, marking the transition to end-of-life status for Microsoft’s once-dominant operating system. While your personal computer will continue functioning, the cessation of security updates creates significant vulnerability to emerging threats. Fortunately, Microsoft now offers a free path to Extended Security Updates (ESU) for many users, providing an additional year of protection without the previously announced $61 fee.

Understanding Windows 10 End of Support

by Alvarez Jordan
Assistive TechnologyBusiness

TiVo Discontinues DVR Boxes After 26 Years of Television Innovation

TiVo Corporation has confirmed it discontinued all DVR hardware sales effective October 1, 2025. The pioneering company that changed television viewing forever will now focus exclusively on software and operating systems while maintaining customer support.

The television landscape has shifted dramatically with TiVo Corporation confirming it has discontinued all DVR set-top box sales as of October 1, 2025, marking the end of an era for the technology that revolutionized how we watch television. According to company statements, TiVo has ceased manufacturing hardware and depleted its remaining inventory, though customer support will continue for existing devices.

The End of TiVo Hardware Manufacturing

by Alvarez Jordan
Assistive TechnologyEnergy

How Drones Are Revolutionizing Grid Monitoring and Maintenance

Drones equipped with high-resolution cameras and thermal sensors are revolutionizing how utilities monitor aging grid infrastructure. These unmanned aerial systems provide comprehensive inspection capabilities that identify faults before they cause outages. The integration of drone data with smart grid algorithms creates a proactive maintenance approach that enhances grid reliability.

The aging electrical infrastructure across many countries presents significant challenges for grid operators, with much equipment exceeding 40 years of service. Drone technology is emerging as a transformative solution for grid monitoring, offering unprecedented capabilities for inspecting transmission lines, substations, and other critical components. These unmanned aerial systems provide utilities with detailed visual and thermal data that enables proactive maintenance and rapid fault detection, according to recent analysis of smart grid advancements.

Why Legacy Grid Infrastructure Needs Modern Solutions

by Alvarez Jordan
Assistive TechnologyInfrastructure

Verne Sells Finnish Data Centers to Glesys in Nordic Expansion Deal

Verne has sold its Finnish data centers in Pori and Tampere to Nordic cloud provider Glesys. The strategic move allows Verne to focus on AI-ready colocation expansion while Glesys strengthens its regional footprint. Both companies aim to meet growing demand for sustainable digital infrastructure.

Nordic data center firm Verne has sold two Finnish facilities and its managed private cloud operations to fellow Nordic provider Glesys, marking a significant strategic realignment in the region’s digital infrastructure landscape. The transaction includes Verne’s facilities in Pori and Tampere, strengthening Glesys’ position in the Finnish market while enabling Verne to focus on its expansion plans for AI-ready infrastructure.

Strategic Expansion Across Nordic Countries

by Desai Priyanka