05/20/2025
WINDOWS 10 End of Life - What do I do??
Many of our clients have shared their concern regarding the end of support for Windows 10. We hope to clarify a few things for those concerned.
After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer release any regular updates to Windows 10. The company may make exceptions if a really serious security flaw is discovered โ this has happened with older, discontinued versions like Windows XP and Windows 7. Your system will still function and work as expected however operating system upgrade releases, security patches, etc. will no longer be offered and a good security protection software package is highly recommended.
Many people who are running Windows 10 and havenโt updated to Windows 11 are doing so because their computer doesnโt support the greatly increased system requirements. So, what can you do if you have one of these millions of computers? If your computer has no other faults and is NOT too slow for your needs, buying a new one just to get system updates probably seems unnecessary. In some cases, it is!
Many computers will end up in landfills which is a shame considering its only issue is it did not meet the strict requirements for Windows 11. But wait, there is an alternative. Microsoft is offering individuals/consumers a one time, one year support package for $30. This will give you one more secure year of Windows 10 use. After that, the decision needs to be made. If you are a company or business, you will also have the opportunity to continue receiving support for $60 per year for up to 3 years. Not a bad option when considering the cost of new equipment, deployment, employee data backups, etc.
Other options may also be available which is why we like to discuss each clientโs needs on a personal one on one basis. Have questions or concerns? Give us a call. We are happy to discuss and try to advise you the best course of action for your specific needs. ๐บ๐ธ
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