End of Support for Windows 10
On October 14, 2025, Microsoft’s support for Windows 10 will come to an end. This is not unexpected given that Windows 10 was released ten years ago in 2015.
What Does End of Support for Windows 10 Mean for You?
You will no longer receive free software updates and security fixes which are critical for protecting your computer system.
Some applications will stop working. It will become increasing difficult get new and updated applications that can work on your Windows 10 PC.
Your Windows 10 PC will still function but it will be vulnerable to malicious software (virus, rootkits, spyware, keyloggers, etc. and other security threats.
Solutions to the Problem
At Bytevista, we don’t recommend continued use of Windows 10 computers after October 14, 2025. We believe the continued use of Windows 10 after the end of support poses a security threat. Therefore, a transition from Windows 10 to something else is necessary.
One of the solutions is to transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11 via an upgrade. Another solution is to buy a new computer with Windows 11 preinstalled on it. One more solution is to transition to a different operating system such as Linux.
Windows 11 Requirements
There are some prerequisites for upgrading from Windows 10 to Windows 11, namely, Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 and Secure Boot. In addition, your PC should have a 64-bit processor, 4 GB of memory (RAM), 64 DB of storage and a high definition (720p) display. TPM is a specialized chip built into the motherboards of computers for the enhancement of hardware security. Secure Boot is a standard that ensure that a computer boots using only a set of software that is trusted by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The goal of Secure Boot is to protect computer systems from malicious software that can be loaded at booting time.
Help is on the Way
Are you still using Windows 10 PC? Contact us today for upgrading your PC from Windows 10 to Windows 11.
