A growing community of technology enthusiasts is reviving Windows XP—a 2001-era operating system—on modern devices built after 2018.

Despite compatibility limitations and security flaws, users are experimenting with making XP run on contemporary laptops and even smartphones, usually in offline setups to avoid exposure. Hobbyists are sharing step-by-step guides across Reddit and other forums

More Notes You Should Know

1. Microsoft Ends Windows 11 SE Support by October 2026

Microsoft announced it will discontinue support for Windows 11 SE, the stripped-down education-focused OS. This marks another retreat from trying to challenge Chrome OS in schools.

Devices running SE won’t receive the upcoming 25H2 update, leaving educational institutions limited to standard Windows versions or alternatives like Chrome OS.

2. August 2025 Security Update for Windows 11 24H2

The latest patch brings notable enhancements, including:

• Full data export and reset for Windows Recall in EEA regions

• Expanded AI-based “Click to Do” actions like drafting messages or integrating with Teams

• A smart Settings assistant for Copilot+ PCs

• Quick Machine Recovery to fix boot failures remotely

• UI improvements: revamped Snap Layouts, new PIN sign-in for gamepads, and a redesigned black screen of death
  These features roll out gradually and may require specific hardware or regional access.

3. SteamOS Gains Ground in Gaming

The July 2025 Steam survey shows SteamOS users growing to 2.89% of the Steam community, while Windows 11 usage dipped by 0.44%.

Though Windows 11 still dominates, the traction behind Valve’s lightweight gaming OS—especially on devices like the Steam Deck—is creating a noticeable shift.

Microsoft is prepping a full-screen Xbox PC app for handhelds like the ROG Ally, but some analysts doubt it can reverse SteamOS’s momentum.

Source:  Tech Radar