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Microsoft Windows 10 Support Ends: What to Do Next

As of October 14, Microsoft has ended its support for Windows 10, leaving approximately 46% of users with a few options to consider.

"The end of Windows 10 support shouldn’t come as a surprise, yet many organisations remain unprepared. Planning gaps, legacy dependencies and budget constraints continue to delay migration, even where devices are technically capable of upgrading. Every day of delay increases risk and makes the transition harder,"

said Dave Adamson, solutions director at Creative ITC. Without support, Windows 10 devices will no longer receive new features, unless enrolled in Extended Security Updates (ESU), making them more vulnerable to attacks.

Key points to consider:

Author's summary: Windows 10 support has ended, leaving users vulnerable to attacks.

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