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July 14, 2025

Anti-Microsoft “End of Windows 10 toolkit” released for unsupported Windows 11 PCs

Microsoft has begun rolling out the KB5001716 update for Windows 11 and Windows 10, amid speculation about the end of support for Windows 10. The company has stopped stealthily installing new feature updates but acknowledges ongoing bugs. Microsoft introduced new options for the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, allowing users to extend support for an additional year at no cost. The Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) criticized these measures, stating they may not save many systems unable to upgrade to Windows 11. The Restart Project has raised concerns about Microsoft's hardware requirements for Windows 11, which make many modern systems obsolete, and has launched an "End of Windows 10" toolkit to assist community repair groups. LibreOffice is encouraging users with unsupported devices to consider transitioning to Linux.

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July 7, 2025

Windows Update Revamp Gives Users More Control Over Security Alerts

Microsoft has rolled out update KB5001716, targeting Windows 10 (versions 21H2, 22H2) and Windows 11 (version 21H2) systems. This update refreshes the Windows Update Service components without introducing new features or security patches. It provides notifications about potential issues that may prevent devices from staying up-to-date, particularly regarding the end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. The update is automatically distributed via Windows Update and is designed to enhance user experience by not disrupting full-screen activities. Users may encounter installation failures associated with error code 0x80070643, which can be resolved by uninstalling the previous version and reinstalling the latest one. The update aims to encourage users to upgrade to Windows 11 or consider alternatives before support ends.

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July 7, 2025

Windows Update Revamped with Smarter Interface for Security Notifications

Microsoft has introduced an enhanced Windows Update experience for Windows 11 version 21H2 and Windows 10 versions 21H2 and 22H2, featuring a more intelligent interface that improves user awareness of security updates and support lifecycle deadlines. The update includes proactive notifications for users about potential risks, especially for devices that are out of support or do not meet hardware requirements. Key features include smarter security notifications that inform users of vulnerabilities, notifications that respect user experience by minimizing disruption, and lifecycle awareness indicating when support for a version ends. The update will be automatically downloaded and installed via Windows Update, with no manual action required for most users. There are no known issues affecting this update.

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July 3, 2025

Windows 10 update KB5001716 arrives quietly: Here’s why it matters to you

A recent update, KB5001716, is being rolled out to Windows 10 devices, targeting versions 22H2 and 21H2, and some Windows 11 21H2 machines. This update does not address bugs or enhance performance but focuses on notifying users about the upcoming end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. It operates quietly in the background without impacting system performance or introducing bugs, ensuring that critical tasks remain unaffected. Some users have experienced installation issues if a previous version of the update is present; they can resolve this by uninstalling the existing version and attempting a fresh installation.

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July 3, 2025

Confused by a mysterious update that’s suddenly appeared on your Windows 10 PC? Don’t panic – here’s what you need to know

Windows 10 PCs are receiving an update identified as KB5001716, which is part of Microsoft's strategy to prepare users for the eventual end of Windows 10. This update is being rolled out to PCs running Windows 10 versions 22H2 and 21H2, with the latter already having reached its end of support. Users may receive notifications about issues that could affect Windows Update's ability to keep their devices secure, including alerts that their version of Windows is nearing the end of its support lifecycle. The official end of Windows 10 is set for October of this year. Microsoft is managing notifications to minimize disruption to users. If users experience issues with the update, they can resolve it by uninstalling the existing KB5001716 from Windows Update.

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July 3, 2025

Windows 10 is dying—and Microsoft just dropped a cryptic ‘KB5001716’ update

The Windows 10 update KB5001716 is being rolled out to devices running Windows 10 versions 22H2 and 21H2, and some Windows 11 21H2 machines. This update does not enhance performance or fix bugs; instead, it serves to notify users of the impending end of support for Windows 10 in October 2025. Users will receive reminders to consider upgrading to Windows 11 or exploring other options. The update is designed to respect user settings and will not disrupt full-screen applications or gaming sessions. Some users may experience installation issues if an older version of the patch is present, which can be resolved by uninstalling the existing version and reinstalling the update.

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July 2, 2025

Microsoft quietly installed ‘secret’ update on some Windows 10 and 11 PCs

Microsoft has rolled out a "force-installed" update, designated as KB5001716, for Windows 10 and 11 PCs. This update serves as a supplementary patch for Windows Update, enabling the download and installation of feature updates for devices nearing the end of support. It may also display notifications about issues preventing Windows Update from keeping the device up-to-date. The primary aim of KB5001716 is to address the end of support for Windows 10, facilitating feature updates for systems running versions that are expired or nearing expiration. Users receiving this update are informed that their current version of Windows is approaching its end of life, including Windows 10 versions 22H2 and 21H2, and Windows 11 version 21H2.

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June 22, 2025

Microsoft’s Free Upgrade Deadline For 400 Million Windows Users

Microsoft may soon mandate upgrades from Windows 10, potentially ending the current free upgrade offer. Recent updates to Windows 10 include warnings about automatic feature updates for devices nearing the end of support. Microsoft auto-installed the KB5001716 patch last year, affecting around 400 million Windows 10 users. Support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, with an option to extend it for a fee. Analysts estimate at least 240 million PCs are ineligible for the free upgrade and will need to pay for security updates or risk vulnerabilities. Microsoft and PC manufacturers are encouraging users to invest in new PCs as the deadline approaches.

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November 15, 2024

Oops! Windows 11 update is reportedly telling users their PC is outdated – even if it’s not

A recent Windows 11 update, KB5046633, has caused confusion by displaying a pop-up notification that incorrectly informs users their system has reached the end of its service life and urges them to upgrade. The notification includes a link to a Windows 10 support article, further misleading users. Speculation suggests this notification was meant for an earlier Windows 10 update, KB5001716. Microsoft has not yet addressed this issue, leaving users uncertain about the validity of the notification.

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November 14, 2024

Windows 11 KB5046633 thinks ‘Your version of Windows has reached the end of service’

Microsoft released its latest Patch Tuesday update, which includes updates KB5046613, KB5046615, KB5046612, and KB5046665 for Windows 10 users, and KB5046617 and KB5046633 for Windows 11 users. The Windows 11 update fixes a bug in the Task Manager that incorrectly displayed background and Windows processes as zero, while the Windows 10 updates resolve an issue preventing non-administrative users from launching applications like Teams and Quick Assist. Windows 11 users may encounter a new bug that incorrectly states their version has reached the end of service, despite having the latest cumulative update KB5046633. Microsoft has also deployed update KB5001716 to notify users about the impending end of support for their operating system versions. Additionally, Microsoft is discouraging downloads of Windows 10, even from official sources, to promote transitions to newer operating systems.