Windows 10 Extended Security Updates Archives

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February 7, 2025

Microsoft reveals more on just how much it’ll cost you to keep using Windows 10

Microsoft will launch the Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) program in November 2025, offering three additional years of support for a fee that will double annually. Currently, 60% of Windows installations are on Windows 10, while Windows 11 has a 37% market share. Users of Windows 365 or Azure Virtual Desktop will receive the Extended Security Updates at no additional cost.

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November 15, 2024

Microsoft just killed the Windows 10 Beta Channel again

Microsoft has closed the Windows 10 Beta Channel and transitioned all enrolled Windows Insiders to the Release Preview Channel. The Beta Channel was reopened in June 2023 for testing new features for Windows 10, version 22H2, but was discontinued five months later without detailed explanation. Over 60% of Windows systems globally still operate on Windows 10, while Windows 11 accounts for 35% of the market share. Windows 10 version 22H2 will receive monthly security updates until October 14, 2025, after which Microsoft will stop addressing bugs and vulnerabilities. Home users can postpone their transition to Windows 11 for an additional year by purchasing Extended Security Updates (ESU), with enrollment available closer to the end of support in 2025. Enterprise customers will have access to ESU starting November 1, 2024, with the first ESU set to be released in November 2025.

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April 3, 2024

Microsoft reveals subscription pricing for using Windows 10 beyond 2025, and it’s not cheap

Microsoft has announced the pricing details for extended security updates (ESUs) for Windows 10, which will be available until October 2025. The cost for the first year of ESUs will be per device, increasing to 0 for the second year and 0 for the third year. Users who join the program late will have to pay for missed updates. The ESU program is beneficial for businesses and individual users who need more time to migrate to Windows 11. Microsoft is encouraging users to upgrade to Windows 11 by offering regular security updates at no additional cost.