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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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December 12, 2024

Microsoft issues new Windows 10 ‘malfunction’ alert – will your PC be affected?

Microsoft has outlined two pathways for transitioning to Windows 11: upgrading existing PCs or purchasing new hardware. After October 14, 2025, Windows 10 users will only receive security updates through Microsoft's Extended Security Updates, which cost £24 annually. The minimum system requirements for Windows 11 include a TPM 2.0 chip, and while many Windows 10 PCs may meet these criteria, Microsoft has clarified that users can still upgrade to Windows 11 even if their devices do not meet the specified requirements. However, installing Windows 11 on incompatible hardware is not recommended, as it may lead to compatibility issues and lack of updates. During installation, users will see a disclaimer about potential issues and a watermark will appear on the desktop for devices that do not meet the requirements. Users can revert back to Windows 10 by going to Settings > System > Recovery and selecting the “Go back” option. Microsoft is prompting Windows 10 users with alerts to upgrade to Windows 11 and recommending the purchase of new devices.