Windows 10 security updates from 2025 are no longer free

Microsoft has announced its decision regarding Windows 10 security updates. Starting in 2025, users who want to continue receiving essential security updates for Windows 10 will have to sign up for the paid Extended Security Update (ESU) program.

Pricing Structure:

• First year: $61 per device
• Second year: $122 for the device
• Third year: $244 per device

why is it important?!

Security updates are essential to protect against vulnerabilities and threats.
There is no doubt that there will be attempts to take advantage of the vulnerabilities that may come due to the removal of support

Here are the main steps to prepare to upgrade to Windows 11 in your organization:

• Hardware Compatibility Assessment: Checking that the organization's computers running Windows 10 meet the minimum hardware requirements for Windows 11.
• Data backup: Before installing Windows 11, it is important to back up important files and data that are on the computer.
  OneDrive or other backup methods can be used to ensure data safety.
• Compatibility issues: It's important to make sure critical apps run smoothly on Windows 11.

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