Microsoft caused a stir a few years ago when it announced that support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, 2025. Although this version of Windows will celebrate its 10-year anniversary in 2025, some users are worried about having to upgrade to Windows 11. Now it looks like Microsoft has heard their cries. It brings details Windows Report a Bleeping Computer.
Microsoft listed several alternative options to move to Windows 11, including buying new PCs or switching to Windows 365. Additionally, it revealed that it will implement an Extended Security Updates program for Windows 10, similar to what it did with Windows 7.
Extended security updates
The upcoming version of Windows 10 22H2 will be definitely the last version of Windows 10with all editions continuing to receive monthly security updates until the official end of support date.
The Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10 is intended to work similarly to Windows 7 in that organizations could purchase a yearly subscription to security updates for the older operating system. This service is especially important for businesses and organizations that are still using older versions of software and need more time to migrate to newer versions.
Organizations that choose this option, will continue to receive critical and/or significant security updates after the official end of support date. But it is necessary to take into account that the extended support will not offer any new functions and improvements beyond security updates.
Even for ordinary users
Windows 10 users enrolled in Windows 365 services will be able to apply ESU to devices connected to a Windows 11 cloud computer at no additional cost. Windows 10 instances in Azure Virtual Desktop will also be eligible for the ESU program on virtual machines, also at no additional cost beyond the subscription.
Perhaps the most essential piece of information is the fact that you extended support for Windows 10 will also be available to regular (“home”) users, which was not possible in the case of Windows 7. The offer will be available to customers who do not want to upgrade to Windows 11 or do not have an eligible device. Pricing details have not yet been released, with more information to be announced at a later date.
“Final pricing and enrollment terms for the Extended Security Updates Program will be made available closer to the end of support date in October 2025, approximately one year before Windows 10 ends support,” says Microsoft on its website.
The end date of support will not be postponed
“While we strongly recommend upgrading to Windows 11, we understand that there are circumstances that may prevent you from replacing your Windows 10 device before the end of support date. Therefore, Microsoft will offer extended security updates,“ said Senior Product Manager for Windows Service and Provisioning Jason Leznek.
Although it was speculated that Microsoft might delay the official end of support for Windows 10, it will not happen in the end. After October 14, 2025, users will not receive system support or fixes for new issues affecting system security, stability, or usability.
In conclusion, it is necessary to mention LTSC version (Long-Term Servicing Channel) intended for specialized equipment, for example for controlling medical or industrial equipment. They will receive updates after October 2025 according to their life cycle. For example, support for Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019 will end on January 9, 2029.
2023-12-08 08:45:10
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