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November 15, 2025

Why Microsoft is automatically upgrading certain Windows 11 PCs to version 25H2 and why you shouldn’t try to block it

Windows 11 version 23H2 has reached end of servicing as of November 11, 2025, for Home and Pro editions, while Enterprise and Education editions will receive updates until November 10, 2026. Users are encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11 version 25H2 for ongoing security updates and new features. Some older PCs may not qualify for the upgrade due to outdated processors. Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2 will share the same feature set, including an improved Start menu and enhanced gaming experience. Users upgrading from version 23H2 can expect features introduced in version 24H2.

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November 13, 2025

Still on Windows 11 23H2? Microsoft will soon force you to upgrade to 25H2 – for your own good

Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 11 version 23H2 will end on November 11, 2025, meaning that Home and Pro editions will no longer receive security updates. Users are encouraged to upgrade to version 25H2 to maintain security and access new features. Devices running version 23H2 that are not managed by IT departments will receive the 25H2 update automatically, although users can postpone the update temporarily. However, users with older hardware may be unable to upgrade due to lack of support for essential instructions required for newer versions. Alternatives for those unable to upgrade include reverting to Windows 10, which has extended support until October 2026, or transitioning to Linux.

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November 12, 2025

Microsoft: Windows 11 23H2 Home and Pro reach end of support

Microsoft has announced that security updates for the Home and Pro editions of Windows 11 23H2 will cease as of November 11, 2025. The last available update for these editions will be the November 2025 monthly security update. In contrast, the Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions of Windows 11 23H2 will remain under mainstream support until November 2026. Users are encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11 25H2, which became available in September 2025 and will receive support until October 2027. Eligible devices can check for the update in the Windows Update settings, and for unmanaged devices, the update will be applied automatically.

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October 11, 2025

Windows 11 23H2 Home and Pro reach end of support in 30 days

Microsoft announced that the Home and Pro editions of Windows 11 23H2 will reach the end of servicing on November 11, 2025, with the last security update being the November 2025 monthly update. After this date, these editions will no longer receive security updates. Users are encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11 24H2, which became generally available in October 2024. The transition to Windows 11 24H2 will occur automatically for unmanaged Home and Pro editions of Windows 11 22H2 or 23H2, though some devices may not be eligible due to a safeguard hold. Support for Windows 11 22H2 will conclude on October 14. The Windows 11 2025 Update (25H2) was released on September 10 and is available for eligible Windows 11 24H2 devices.

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September 16, 2025

Your Windows 10 PC is reaching its end in 30 days. Here are your options

Windows 10 version 22H2 will reach end of servicing on October 14, 2025, which includes all editions such as Home, Pro, Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise. This date also marks the end of support for Windows 10 2015 LTSB and Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSB 2015. After this deadline, users will no longer receive monthly security updates or previews. Microsoft offers an Extended Security Update (ESU) program for home users to extend support for an additional year through various methods: activating Windows Backup for free, redeeming 1,000 Microsoft Rewards Points, or paying to extend support in non-US countries. An unofficial method involves using UpDownTool to switch to Windows 10 LTSC 2021, which will receive updates until 2032. Users can also consider switching to Linux distributions or Chromebooks as alternatives to Windows 11.

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September 15, 2025

Microsoft starts the 30-day death clock for Windows 10

Windows 10 version 22H2 will reach end of servicing on October 14, 2025, along with Windows 10 2015 LTSB and Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSB 2015. The October 2025 monthly security update will be the last for these versions, and devices will no longer receive updates after this date. Microsoft has introduced the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, allowing users to receive critical updates after the support deadline. Users are also encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11.

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September 14, 2025

Microsoft reminds of Windows 10 support ending in 30 days

Microsoft announced that support for Windows 10 will officially end on October 14, 2025, affecting all editions including Windows 10 2015 LTSB and Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSB 2015. After this date, Microsoft will no longer provide bug fixes or technical assistance for Windows 10. The last monthly security update for Windows 10, version 22H2, will be released in October 2025. Users are encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11 or use Windows 365 for cloud services, with an option to enroll in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for continued security updates. Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 will reach its Mainstream End Date on January 12, 2027, and Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019 will have its Extended End Date on January 9, 2029. As of now, over 53% of Windows systems are running Windows 11, surpassing Windows 10, which has 42%. Additionally, 60.39% of gamers are using Windows 11 according to Steam's Hardware & Software Survey from August 2025.

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September 12, 2025

Windows 11 23H2 Home and Pro reach end of support in 60 days

Microsoft will stop providing updates for the Home and Pro editions of Windows 11 23H2 on November 11, 2025. In contrast, the Enterprise and Education editions will continue to receive updates until November 10, 2026. Users are encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11 24H2, which became available in October 2024. Microsoft has implemented safeguard holds for the upgrade to address compatibility issues with certain drivers and software. As of July 2025, 59.9% of gamers are using Windows 11, and it has surpassed Windows 10 in market share, with over 53% of Windows systems running Windows 11. The last supported Windows 11 22H2 editions will reach their end of servicing on October 14.

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August 19, 2025

Microsoft breaks Windows reset and recovery

Microsoft is addressing a significant issue with its Windows reset and recovery functionality, requiring an out-of-band update. The problem primarily affects various versions of Windows 10, particularly the outgoing Windows 10 22H2, while Windows 11 24H2 and Windows Server versions remain unaffected. Users may experience failures when attempting to reset or recover their devices, including issues with the "Reset my PC" feature and other recovery options. Additionally, starting August 12, some Windows upgrades have failed with error code 0x8007007F, impacting upgrades from Windows 10 to Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, as well as Windows Server upgrades. Although this issue was reportedly resolved by August 15, users were advised that retrying the upgrade process might help. Microsoft is preparing to release an out-of-band update to fix the reset and recovery issue and has advised users to avoid attempting to recover or reset their devices in the meantime.

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August 17, 2025

Microsoft issues Windows 10 death countdown reminder

Microsoft has announced that Windows 10, version 22H2 will reach end of servicing on October 14, 2025, marking the last availability of monthly security updates for these versions. Users have less than two months to prepare for the cessation of updates unless they opt for the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. Additionally, Windows 11, version 22H2 will also reach end of servicing on the same date, with the October 2025 monthly security update being the last for that version as well.