Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 on October 14th, 2025. It will mark just over 10 years since the operating system was first introduced. Microsoft revealed the retirement date for Windows 10 in an updated support life cycle page for the OS.
Has Windows 10 reached the end of service?
“Windows 10, version 1909 is at end of service on May 11, 2021 for devices running the Home, Pro, Pro for Workstation, Nano Container, and Server SAC editions,” it said in release notes, adding that it will continue to support Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions.
What happens when Windows 10 end of service?
Versions of Windows 10 that are listed as “end of service” have reached the end of their support period and will no longer receive security updates. To keep Windows as secure as possible, Microsoft recommends that you upgrade to the latest version of Windows 10.
When did Windows 11 come out?
Microsoft hasn’t given us an exact release date for Windows 11 just yet, but some leaked press images indicated that the release date is October 20. Microsoft’s official webpage says “coming later this year.”
Will Windows 11 be a free upgrade?
As Microsoft has released Windows 11 on 24th June 2021, Windows 10 and Windows 7 users want to upgrade their system with Windows 11. As of now, Windows 11 is a free upgrade and everyone can upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 for free. You should have some basic knowledge while upgrading your windows.
What will happen to Windows 10 after 2025?
Why is Windows 10 going to End of Life (EOL)?
Microsoft is only committed to at least one semi-annual major update until October 14, 2025. After this date, support and development will cease for Windows 10. It’s worth noting that this includes all versions, including Home, Pro, Pro Education, and Pro for Workstations.
Can I stay with Windows 10?
Microsoft will obviously advise long-term switching to Windows 11, as it will be the latest version of Windows, but you can still stay on Windows 10 if you want. Windows 10 will continue to be supported through 2025, and Microsoft mentioned it is “still the right choice” if you can’t run Windows 10.
How do I get Windows 11 now?
You can also open it by going to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. In the window that appears, click ‘Check for updates’. The Windows 11 Insider Preview build should appear, and you can download and install it as if it was a regular Windows 10 update.
Will Windows 10 users get Windows 11 upgrade?
If your existing Windows 10 PC is running the most current version of Windows 10 and meets the minimum hardware specifications it will be able to upgrade to Windows 11. … If you’d like to see if your current PC meets the minimum requirements, download and run the PC Health Check app.
How to upgrade to Windows 11?
Most users will go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and click Check for Updates. If available, you’ll see Feature update to Windows 11. Click Download and install.