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Microsoft Ends Windows 10 Support, Offers Free Security Extension

sadaf by sadaf
2025-10-19
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Microsoft has formally retired Windows 10, marking the end of mainstream support for the operating system that launched in 2015. While devices running Windows 10 will continue to function, they will no longer receive automatic security updates, leaving users exposed to potential vulnerabilities. To ease the transition, Microsoft is offering three paths forward. First, users with compatible hardware can upgrade to Windows 11 at no cost. Second, those unwilling or unable to upgrade can purchase a new PC with Windows 11 pre-installed. Third—and most notably—Microsoft has introduced a free one-year extension of security updates via its Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. This offer is available to users who redeem 1,000 Microsoft Rewards points, a move that incentivizes engagement with Microsoft’s ecosystem. Alternatively, users can pay $30 for the ESU subscription. The ESU includes critical security patches, bug fixes, and technical support, effectively extending Windows 10’s viability until October 2026. This marks the first time Microsoft has made ESUs available to individual consumers, a shift from its previous enterprise-only approach. The company’s strategy reflects a balancing act between encouraging migration to Windows 11 and supporting users who remain on older hardware. Microsoft has not confirmed whether additional ESU extensions will be available beyond 2026, signaling that users should begin planning for a full transition in the coming year.

Tags: Bug FixesConsumer TechEnd of SupportESUExtended Security UpdatesMicrosoftMicrosoft RewardsOperating SystemPC Upgradesecurity patchSoftware LifecycleTech TransitionTechnical SupportWindows 10Windows 11 Upgrade
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