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Support for Windows 10 has now ended as of October 14. Here's everything you need to know about how your PC is at risk, and what you can do to remain secure.
Today's the day when Windows 10 enters its End of Life phase, where Microsoft will no longer issue updates or security patches. Here's everything you need to know.
The day many have been dreading has arrived: Microsoft has officially stopped supporting Windows 10, its ten-year-old operating system (OS), which was replaced by Windows 11 in 2021. This means that if your PC still runs Windows 10, it will no longer receive free feature updates, security patches, or bug fixes.
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Explaining more about the change, Microsoft said: "After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates from Windows Update, technical assistance, or security fixes for Windows 10. "Your PC will still work, but we recommend moving to Windows 11."
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For those opting to stay on Windows 10, the ESU program provides up to three years of security-only updates, but at increasing costs: $30 for year one, $60 for year two, and $120 for year three for personal users. Businesses face steeper fees, up to $61 per device monthly. M