Microsoft withdrew support for Windows 10 on 14th October 2025. This means that there will be no more Windows 10 updates and this has potential security implications. In addition, as time goes by some apps that are being used under Windows 10 will cease to work as their support will be for the new Windows 11 operating system. Members have been asking me about this and about how they can get Windows 11.

First step is to check if your computer is compatible. Go to the Microsoft Windows website here https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows/check-if-a-device-meets-windows-11-system-requirements-after-changing-device-hardware-f3bc0aeb-6884-41a1-ab57-88258df6812b Scroll down until you are directed to 'Download the PC Health Check app'. Click that link and follow the on-screen instructions to install and open the app. This app will run and advise you whether or not your PC is compatible. If it is then you will see a new link to download Windows 11 and install it.

If your computer is not compatible then I'm afraid that it is too old to upgrade. The health check above can give you detailed results as to why this is. You can continue using Windows 10 at your own risk or invest in a new computer. Please note that if you use a desktop PC and you are content with your screen and keyboard then you can simply buy a processor from somewhere like the Dell Outlet. Laptops would need to be replaced.

Below are some videos specifically about Microsoft Windows and Microsoft 365 products. Just click on the title to watch them then use your 'back' button to get back to this page.

There are many tutorials and videos devoted to Microsoft products; far too many to list here. Use your search engine as ask about 'microsoft office learning' and you will find videos that concentrate on one product such as Microsoft Word, Excel, or Outlook as well as comlete Microsoft 365 courses.

Title	Media	Length	Suitability	Notes regarding Content
Getting started with Windows 10	Video	2 minutes 41 seconds	Novices	Unlock the screen, workspace, finding and opening applications, OneDrive, settings, and powering down
Windows:Getting Started with the Desktop	Video	2 minutes 8 seconds	Novices	Wallpaper, task bar, start button, opening and closing applications, shortcuts, and using multiple windows
Windows: Working with Files and Folders	Video	2 minutes 15 seconds	Beginners	Managing and organising files, creating and naming folders, deleting items, recycle folder
Windows: Finding Files on Your Computer	Video	3 minutes 10 seconds	Beginners	Techniques for finding lost files
Windows 10 Tutorial	Video	3.5 hours	Beginners +	Professionally delivered, comprehensive Windows Guide + Windows 10 Tips for those who want more in-depth information. Module titles shown on the time bar to aid navigation.
Windows 11 vs Windows 10	Video	4 minutes 37 seconds	Intermediate	New Features & Design Comparison for experienced Windows 10 users
Windows 11 Tutorial	Video	1 hr 27 minutes	Beginners +	Comprehensive Windows Guide + Windows 11 Tips for those who want more in-depth information. Content includes start menu, what's new, taskbar, task view, notifications, personalisation, Microsoft Edge, security, tips and tricks, Module titles shown on the time bar to aid navigation.
Microsoft 365 Training	Videos + tutorials	Various	Beginners	Outlook, One Drive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and Access. Click on the icon of the software you want to learn and you'll see a Quick Start option plus a series of topics related to that software. Select the topic you are interested in and you will get to see videos, read text, and more.
Microsoft 365 Training Course: Beginner Guide to Essential Basics with M365	Video	3 hours 34 minutes	Beginners	A Simon Sez video with the following timed sections: - 00:00:00 - Course Introduction 00:00:22 - Introduction to MS 365 00:05:09 - Sign In and Out of MS 365 00:07:50 - Explore the Interface 00:17:49 - Install Applications 00:23:31 - Exercise 01 00:24:32 - Outlook Email Basics: Part 1 00:32:50 - Outlook Email Basics: Part 2 00:39:21 - Create Outlook Folders and Subfolders 00:44:41 - Email Search, Filter, and Search Folder 00:50:31 - Manage Email 00:55:48 - Flag and Categorize Mail 01:01:48 - Archive Mail 01:06:12 - Create an Email Signature 01:10:09 - Automatic Replies 01:14:52 - Share Email Folders with Others 01:19:02 - Rules in Outlook Online 01:24:47 - Advanced Email Settings 01:34:44 - Outlook Calendar Basics 01:42:20 - Add and Edit Events and Meetings 01:49:43 - Sharing Calendars with Others 01:54:39 - Export Outlook Data to .PST file 02:01:06 - Work with Notes 02:07:17 - Manage and Organize People (Contacts) 02:12:01 - Add Contacts 02:18:22 - Exercise 02 02:23:33 - What is OneDrive for Business 02:26:09 - Explore the OneDrive Interface 02:33:43 - Use OneDrive with Office Apps 02:40:11 - Sync OneDrive Files to PC 02:45:30 - OneDrive Files on Demand 02:49:35 - Share and Co-Author Files 02:54:02 - The Recycle Bin 02:56:31 - Exercise 03 03:00:09 - What are Microsoft 365 Groups? 03:03:09 - Create MS 365 Group 03:07:51 - Conversations in Groups 03:12:24 - Setup a Calendar Group 03:15:18 - Share Files in Groups 03:20:40 - Group Connections 03:24:55 - Manage Groups 03:30:38 - Exercise 04