As Microsoft continues to outline its support timelines, it’s becoming clearer how long organizations and individuals can expect continued updates for their systems. The latest news involves the cessation of regular security and feature updates for both Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 applications running on this operating system after October 2025. For those still using Windows 10 beyond its official support end date, Extended Security Updates (ESU) will be available until October 2028, ensuring a smoother transition to newer versions of the OS such as Windows 11. Microsoft has also specified that for users staying on Windows 10 with ESU, they’ll receive security updates for their Microsoft 365 apps up until October 2028, while feature updates will cease once version 2608 is released in late 2027. This period gives organizations and individuals ample time to migrate to newer platforms without immediate disruption to critical operations or application functionality.
Microsoft’s Extended Support for Windows 10 Users: Key Points
The article delves into the specifics of Microsoft’s extended support plans for Windows 10, particularly regarding the availability of ESU (Extended Security Updates) and feature updates for Microsoft 365 applications until October 2028. It emphasizes the importance of transitioning to newer systems before these dates to avoid potential vulnerabilities or operational challenges.
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When will regular updates for Windows 10 end?
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