End of Support: What It Means and Why It Matters for Security

End of support (EOS) occurs when a vendor stops providing updates, patches, or technical assistance for a product or software version. Once support ends, systems become vulnerable to security risks, compliance issues, and performance problems. Hackers often target outdated software since unpatched vulnerabilities remain open. Businesses relying on EOS products risk data breaches, downtime, and higher maintenance costs. To prepare, organizations should inventory assets, plan upgrades, and migrate to supported versions before the deadline. Proactive management of end-of-support software ensures security, reduces risk.

Microsoft Extends Windows 10 Extended Security Updates: What You Need to Know About the 2025-2026 Program

Microsoft Extends Windows 10 Extended Security Updates: What You Need to Know About the 2025-2026 Program

Ravi Jain
Microsoft's Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, a critical measure designed to provide continued security coverage for users beyond the operating system's official end-of-support date of October 14, 2025. It details three flexible enrollment options: a free method via Windows Backup sync, another free option through Microsoft Rewards points, and a direct payment of $30. The program, which runs from October 15, 2025, to October 13, 2026, exclusively offers critical and important security patches, explicitly excluding new features or non-security updates. The document emphasizes that while ESU serves as a temporary bridge for individuals and organizations unable to immediately upgrade to Windows 11, transitioning to a supported operating system remains the recommended long-term strategy for robust cybersecurity. ... Read More