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With Windows 10 support ending, many users are switching to Linux, especially Zorin OS, which saw a record number of downloads. Linux offers a cost-effective, secure, and user-friendly alternative to Windows, making it a compelling choice for those with unsupported Windows 10 machines.
Microsoft's October 2025 Patch Tuesday addresses 172 security flaws, including six zero-day vulnerabilities, with critical fixes for remote code execution and privilege escalation. Notably, it marks the end of free support for Windows 10, which can now only receive extended security updates. The update also patches publicly disclosed zero-days in Windows SMB Server and SQL Server, and removes a vulnerable Agere Modem driver, warning that hardware functionality may be affected. The patches cover a wide range of Microsoft products, emphasizing ongoing efforts to improve security across their ecosystem.
Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, but users can enroll in the free Extended Security Update (ESU) program to receive critical security updates until October 13, 2026, by using the enrollment wizard and choosing from options like Windows Backup or Microsoft Rewards points before the deadline.