Today marks the end of another Windows era for Microsoft as support for Windows 10 officially comes to a close. This milestone has been anticipated for some time, but as of now, Microsoft will stop providing technical assistance, feature updates, and security updates for the operating system.
With the end of Windows 10 support, Microsoft will officially shift its focus and resources to its current OS, Windows 11. Earlier this week, Microsoft announced its final farewell to Windows 10 in a blog post on its customer service webpages.
As of October 14, 2025, the last update for Windows 10 will have been released, signaling the end of all new feature and security updates for the platform.
Microsoft recommends that PC users upgrade to Windows 11 to continue receiving full support and the latest features. For those whose systems cannot handle Windows 11, Microsoft suggests enrolling in the Windows 10 Consumer Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. This program will provide some level of security updates beyond the end of regular support.
Alternatively, users may consider replacing their devices with new hardware capable of running Windows 11.
Windows 11 represents a major push by Microsoft to integrate AI features, such as the new Copilot assistant, into its ecosystem. Copilot is an AI-powered assistant designed to help with various tasks including writing and organization.
However, some users have expressed concerns about security related to these AI capabilities, prompting Microsoft to make certain features optional to address privacy and safety considerations.
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