Microsoft is Saying Goodbye to Windows 10, to End Support by 2025, Already Runs its Final Version

Isaiah Richard, Tech Times 27 April 2023, 10:04 pm

All things come to an end, and this is the same for Windows 10, Microsoft's eight-year-old operating system which first debuted in 2015 is now seeing its upcoming retirement by 2025. The company said that it already released the latest and last version of its software upgrade with version 22H2, and no further developments will arrive for the OS from now until two years later.

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The Microsoft logo is illuminated on a wall during a Microsoft launch event to introduce the new Microsoft Surface laptop and Windows 10 S operating system, May 2, 2017 in New York City.

Microsoft is Saying Goodbye to Windows 10 by 2025

Microsoft has announced that it will be ending support for its popular operating system, Windows 10. The company has stated that the current version of Windows 10, 22H2, will be the final version of the OS. Microsoft has also revealed that it will be sending out monthly security updates for the OS until it reaches its end of life on October 14, 2025.

This news has significant implications for the millions of people who are currently using Windows 10. The end of support means that Microsoft will no longer provide any updates or support for the OS, including security updates, bug fixes, and technical support.

However, Microsoft has also stated that existing long-term servicing channel (LTSC) releases will still receive updates until the end of the support date. This means that certain enterprise customers who use LTSC releases will continue to receive security updates and other support through October 2025.

Windows 10's Latest Version is also its Last

Windows 10 version 22H2 gave the world significant features for the OS despite already focusing on Windows 11 as its main system for users. In this latest announcement, users can no longer expect further development on this for 2023, being its last version to release, with only security updates available, unless one is using the LTSC.

Windows 10 and its Previous Run

Windows 10 remains among the most popular releases from Microsoft in its past versions of the OS, with the system delivering a fresh look compared to the past Windows versions released. It was a direct successor to the Windows 8, first released in 2015.

Despite its significance, it was filled with bugs and errors that pestered users from fully utilizing its capabilities, and in 2021, the company finally introduced its successor, Windows 11, after six years.

While the end of support for Windows 10 may be a concern for some users, Microsoft is encouraging them to upgrade to Windows 11. The company has stated that Windows 11 offers better performance, security, and productivity, and is designed to work seamlessly with the latest hardware and software.

The end of support for Windows 10 is dawning for Microsoft and its customers. While the OS will still receive monthly security updates until its end of life in 2025, users are encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11 to take advantage of the latest features and improvements.

For those who still prefer the Windows 10 OS, there are other options like the LTSC and waiting it out until 2025, but it is not ideal as your PC may be subject to security vulnerabilities that Microsoft will not protect you from.