PCMag on MSN

Hackers are targeting Windows 10. Do this one thing to stay safe

The end of support for Windows 10 means it's now a prime target for malware. But that doesn't mean you have to upgrade to ...
Irish Star on MSN

Microsoft may be removing essential Windows 10 update feature for non-ESU users

With 42.6% of Windows users still on Windows 10, reports suggest Microsoft is disabling the update pause feature for those ...
Ars Technica

Windows 10 gets three more years of security updates, if you can afford them

Windows 10’s end-of-support date is October 14, 2025. That’s the day that most Windows 10 PCs will receive their last security update and the date when most people should find a way to move to Windows ...
ZDNet

How to get free Windows 10 security patches on your PC - from now to October 2026

Windows 10 PCs can receive free security updates until October 2026. To qualify for free personal updates, enroll with a Microsoft account. Customers in any of the 30 EEA countries automatically ...
Lifehacker

What to Do Now That Microsoft No Longer Supports Windows 10

Microsoft has officially ended support for Windows 10. If you do not take action, Windows 10 will no longer be secure to use on an internet-connected PC. You don't need to buy a new computer, however, ...
PC World

Windows 10’s end of life looms. A security pro dissects your only options

This fall, Windows 10 will reach its end of life—at least, as defined by Microsoft. On October 14, the company ends feature updates to the operating system. Security and stability updates also become ...
Computerworld

10 ways to boost Windows security

With Microsoft set to stop security updates for Windows 10 in October — unless you pay extra — security is top of mind for many businesses and individual users right now. And whether you’re planning ...
CSOonline

One year until Windows 10 ends: Here’s the security impact of not upgrading

As with other products, Microsoft will likely offer some extended security updates even after the end-of-life date in October 2025, but there are many risks to be considered. In about one year, ...
Computerworld

Is Microsoft really axing Windows 10? Here’s what you need to know

Microsoft remains committed to killing off Windows 10 come October, but the situation isn't quite as black and white as it seems. “Stay on the right side of risk.” That’s what a new advertisement from ...
Digital Trends

Windows 10 security risks are now more of a reality for users

It appears more and more Windows 10 users may be finally ready to let go of the legacy operating system ahead of the end of its life status on October 14. Microsoft has been urging system users to ...
Bleeping Computer

Windows 10 users can get extended security updates using Microsoft points

Microsoft says Windows 10 home users who want to delay switching to Windows 11 can enroll in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program at no additional cost using Microsoft Rewards points or ...