Microsoft will end support in 2026 for Windows 11, Office 2021, and other key products. See what’s affected, key dates, and how to prepare.

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From October 14, 2025, Microsoft is no longer supporting Windows 10 with new features, troubleshooting aids, or security updates. That's because Microsoft follows a ten-year lifecycle support policy ...

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Enrolling in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program ensures that devices running Windows 10, version 22H2, continue to receive vital security patches even after mainstream support has ended.

Upgrading to Windows 11 is still possible even after Windows 10 reached the end of support on October 14, 2025. Although many devices continue to run the retired operating system, switching to Windows ...