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With Windows 11 on deck, how long will you be able to keep using Windows 10?

It’s yet another answer that’s changed over time, often in confusing ways. Fortunately I think we have a stable answer.

How Long Will Windows 10 Be Supported? has the answers. For now.

Also this week:

• Does your Microsoft Account have a phone number associated with it? (It should.) Here’s how to change it.
• When it comes to power supplies Watts can be confusing. Is more always better?
• Has someone used your email address as their recovery address? Some ideas why, and what to do about it.

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This Week’s Featured Article

How Long Will Windows 10 Be Supported?
The message has been both confusing and clear.

Exactly how long Windows 10 will be supported has changed since its original release. The original expectations were unrealistic at best.

https://askleo.com/135573

Also This Week on Ask Leo!

How Do I Change My Microsoft Account Phone Number? Keeping it current is critical.
Mobile numbers are an important component of Hotmail and Outlook.com security. I’ll review how to change the mobile number and keep it up to date. https://askleo.com/15264

Is It Safe to Use a Higher Wattage Power Supply in My Computer? What to look for when swapping the power supply.
Replacing a power supply is a common solution to some problems. Make sure you have the right wattage power supply. Bigger doesn’t hurt. https://askleo.com/2873

Why Would Someone Use My Email as their Recovery Email? What (little) you can do about it.
It’s not uncommon to get account-recovery requests for accounts we know nothing about. Here’s why, and what to do. https://askleo.com/135588

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Why Is Someone Using My Email for their Recovery Email? It’s not uncommon for someone to use your email to get their account-recovery requests – for accounts we know nothing about. It happens on my email. Here’s why, and what to do. https://youtu.be/A2rKwnjLxE8

Is It Safe to Use a Higher Wattage Power Supply in My Computer? Replacing a power supply is a common solution to some problems. Make sure you have the right wattage power supply. Bigger doesn’t hurt. https://youtu.be/NRV_y3DfA0w

How Long Will Windows 10 Be Supported? Exactly how long Windows 10 will be supported has changed since its original release. The original expectations were unrealistic at best. https://youtu.be/dx-JpGF93GA

How Do I Change My Microsoft Account Phone Number? Mobile account phone numbers are an important component of Hotmail and Outlook.com security. I’ll review how to change the mobile number and keep it up to date. https://youtu.be/wTTa7261QQg

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