The death of Windows 10 is now fast approaching. We have just one year left of free support and security updates before Microsoft pulls the plug, meaning everyone still running Windows 10 should now be thinking about an exit strategy ahead of October 14,

If you're still on Windows 10, it may be prudent to find an off-ramp to whatever your next operating system will be before next October. Per Windows Central, the obsolescence of Windows 10 will lead to a gradual decrease in support for peripherals and drivers over time, too, so it's probably best to figure something out now.

As previously announced, official update support for Windows 10 will end on Oct. 14, 2025. The OS has long since stopped getting major new features, but in a year, even the security patches that keep it safe will end.

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