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Microsoft has acknowledged a bug that incorrectly displays end-of-support messages on supported Windows 10 PCs, but this does not affect their security updates or support status. The issue affects various editions, including Enterprise LTSC, and can be temporarily fixed via a server-side update. Users are advised to ignore the false alerts and wait for the next Windows Update to resolve the issue.
Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14, 2025, but users can extend security updates for a year through Microsoft's ESU program, which now includes options for non-enterprise users. Upgrading to Windows 11 is recommended if your PC meets the requirements, and users should back up their data before upgrading. Those with unsupported PCs may need to consider purchasing new hardware.
Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 10 in October 2025 but offers ways to extend support, including a free method using OneDrive backup and Microsoft Rewards points, or paid options through the ESU program. Upgrading to Windows 11 is free, but hardware requirements and user familiarity are barriers for some users.
Microsoft's support for Windows 10 ends on October 14, 2025, with no plans for extension. Users have five main options: ignore the deadline, buy a new PC or rent a virtual one, switch to Linux or ChromeOS, pay for extended security updates, or upgrade hardware to Windows 11 through workarounds. Acting within the next 90 days is crucial to maintain security and software support.
The article explains two methods to upgrade incompatible Windows 10 PCs to Windows 11: a registry hack to bypass CPU and TPM checks, and using the Rufus utility to create a custom installation media that skips compatibility checks, allowing older or unsupported hardware to upgrade.