Free Windows 10 extended updates? Microsoft says yes for now
– Enable Windows Backup, syncing data to OneDrive (free)– Redeem 1,000 Microsoft Rewards points for one year of updates– Pay $30 directly for extended security coverageadvertisementThis enrolment process will also guide users through setup and automatically enrol eligible devices.The availability of this free security option aligns with the continued use of Windows 10. Despite Microsoft's continued efforts to push users towards the new Windows 11, Windows 10 is still one of the most-used versions of Microsoft's operating systems. It is reportedly running on over 53 per cent of PCs as of May 2025. This high usage has made the upcoming support cutoff a concern for many users who either cannot or do not intend to upgrade to newer hardware that supports Windows 11.Notably, the personal devices running on Windows 10 will stop receiving updates by October 2026. Meanwhile, business users will have the option to purchase up to three additional years of security support. Microsoft is also allowing free ESU access for Windows 10 devices that connect to Windows 365 Cloud PCs or virtual machines.Windows 10 was released in 2015. Now, after almost a decade, the OS is reaching the end of official support in October 2025. After that, devices not enroled in the ESU programme will stop receiving security updates. This will make them more vulnerable to cyber threats. Microsoft 365 apps will continue to receive security updates on Windows 10 through October 2028, but feature updates will stop by August 2026.- Ends
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