Windows 10 is nearing end of support

Jul 1

Written By Lachlan Nicolson

Date: 10 July 2025.

What would happen to your business if one of your key tools suddenly stopped being safe to use?

That’s the situation many businesses are heading for right now with Windows 10.

Microsoft has confirmed that free support for Windows 10 ends on 14th October when it reaches end of life.

‘End of Life’ means no more security updates. No more bug fixes or help from Microsoft if something goes wrong.

You’ll still be able to use your Windows 10 devices. But you’ll be doing so in the dark, with a big target painted on your back for cyber criminals.

Microsoft will offer Extended Security Updates (ESUs). But they’re not free. The first year cost is $120 AUD per device. It’s a temporary patch, not a solution. And the price goes up every year.

The better option? Moving to Windows 11 now.

Windows 11 isn’t just the next version of Windows. It’s built to be faster, more secure, and better suited to the way modern businesses work. It’s designed for hybrid teams, packed with productivity features, and includes the latest security tools to help protect against today’s threats.

You’ll notice smoother performance and better integration with tools like Microsoft Teams, OneDrive and Copilot.