Microsoft has linked recent reports of Windows 11 boot failures after installing the January 2026 updates to previously failed attempts to install the December 2025 security update, which left systems ...

A recorded voice on Microsoft's activation hotline delivers a stark message: "Support for product activation has moved online. For the fastest and most convenient way to activate your product, please ...

Microsoft has officially retired the traditional phone-based activation system for Windows and Office that served as a reliable fallback for users for over two decades. Indeed, the "slui 4" command ...

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Microsoft has seemingly disabled phone call activation for Windows 11, and perhaps older versions as well, making it impossible to activate Windows without an Internet connection. This is an unwelcome ...

Mark Williams was supposed to join the Los Angeles Lakers in early February. The Lakers were prepared to trade Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, and future picks to the Charlotte Hornets for the 7-foot-1 ...

California’s political class takes evident pride in the state’s climate credentials. Gov. Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass regularly tout a “coal free” future and chase applause from ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The city of San Marcos is investigating what it is calling a “server malfunction” after the outdoor warning sirens failed to activate during Friday night’s weather event. The city ...

If the “Change product key” link is missing from your Windows 11 activation settings, you’re not alone. This issue can appear after hardware changes, major Windows updates, or when activation files ...