Nerd News for Thursday, September 4, 2025

What Does “Windows 10 End of Support” Mean?

Microsoft, the company that makes Windows, has announced that support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, 2025. This is sometimes called “End of Life” (EOL).

That does not mean your computer will suddenly stop working on that day. You’ll still be able to turn it on, use your programs, and get online.

What it does mean is that Microsoft will no longer provide:

• Security updates (protection against new viruses and scams)

• Bug fixes (repairs for problems inside the system)

• New features

Without those security updates, using Windows 10 over time will become less safe, especially for online banking, shopping, or handling personal information.

What Are Your Options?

1. Keep using your Windows 10 computer
   
   

   • It will still run, but it will slowly become more vulnerable to hackers and scams after 2025.
     
     

2. Upgrade to Windows 11 (if your computer can handle it)
   
   

   • Many newer computers (about 3–4 years old or less) can upgrade for free.
     
     

3. Get a new computer
   
   

   • If your current computer is older and can’t run Windows 11, you may want to replace it before October 2025.
     
     

The Bottom Line

Think of it like a car that the manufacturer no longer makes parts for. You can keep driving it, but if something breaks, it’s harder (and riskier) to fix. Planning ahead—whether by upgrading or replacing your computer—will help you stay safe and stress-free.

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