Microsoft Offers Free Windows 10 Security Updates with Conditions
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Microsoft is ending free security support for Windows 10 in October 2025 but offers a free option to continue receiving updates by enabling cloud backup and linking to OneDrive, with some storage limitations. Users can also pay $30 for a one-year extension or redeem Microsoft Rewards points for a year of updates, providing more time for users to upgrade to Windows 11.
- Microsoft Offers Free Windows 10 Extended Security Updates -- Under One Condition CNET
- Stay secure with Windows 11, Copilot+ PCs and Windows 365 before support ends for Windows 10 Windows Blog
- Microsoft makes Windows 10 extended security updates free, but there’s a catch The Verge
- Microsoft’s Free Upgrade Deadline For 400 Million Windows Users Forbes
- Can't upgrade your Windows 10 PC? Here are your options before it all ends in 3 months ZDNet
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