Windows 10 Support Ends Oct 14, 2025 – Millions of PCs at Risk, Experts Warn
Microsoft’s support page and tech media agree: Windows 10 won’t “shut down” on Oct 14, 2025, but it will become unsafe to use long-term support.microsoft.com independent.co.uk. After that day, only devices enrolled in ESU or running Windows 11 will get patches windowscentral.com support.microsoft.com. Users should plan accordingly: if your PC can handle Windows 11, upgrade now via Windows Update. If not, consider replacing it (see WIRED’s laptop guide wired.com) or at least enrolling in Microsoft’s free ESU program to buy a year of breathing room. Security experts emphasize that continuing to run unpatched Win10 is too risky: “in an era