SeaWindows 10 in Germany still comes to a market share of over 60 percent and is installed on millions of PCs. But the support for the operating system will soon expire.
More precisely, on October 14, 2025, it will be so far after a little more than ten years. From this point on, there are no more updates for Windows 10. For the first time, the predecessor of Windows 11 in summer 2015.
The end of support applies to the following variants of the operating system with version 22H2:
- Windows 10 Home
- Windows 10 Pro
- Windows 10 Pro Education
- Windows 10 Pro for Workstations
In this article, we clarify what exactly the end of support for private individuals means (and what not).
What happens when the support is set?
From October 14, 2025, Microsoft ends the supply of Windows 10 with updates and technical support. The following updates are no longer available:
- Security updates
- Quality updates
- New or updated functions
In other words, Windows 10 stays the way it will be until then.
Can I continue to use Windows 10?
Yes, the functionality of the operating system is not directly influenced by the end of support.
However, since the operating system becomes increasingly uncertain due to the lack of updates over time and the likelihood of compatibility problems increases, it is not recommended to continue using Windows 10 permanently after the end of support.
Is there a way to get longer updates?
Yes, but only for a fee via Microsoft's program for extended security updates (ESU) and for a maximum of one year as a private individual.
SeaOfficial support articleIf the costs are $ 30, but technical support is not part of the program.
Can I switch to Windows 11 for free?
Yes, if you have a license for Windows 10, you can generally switch to Windows 11 free of charge.
If, on the other hand, the new purchase of a license for Windows 11 is necessary, it currently costs around 130 euros.
Important:Since the, it may be that a PC or notebook with Windows 10 is not officially compatible with the latest Windows version.
- To check whether a PC or notebook is compatible with Windows 11, you can do thatMicrosoft tool for PC integrity testingto use.
- It is easiest to change by opening the update function of Windows 10 (settings> data protection and security> Windows update) and clicks the right button there. But this is only possible if your computer meets the minimum requirements.
- There are ways to officiallyto install non -supported hardware. Often the operating system is likely to work smoothly, but you have to be aware that you take a certain risk.
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