Today is an important day for Windows 10 users. Microsoft is going to stop free support for Windows 10 from today. This means that people will be able to continue using Windows 10, but Microsoft will not provide it with security and technical support. In such a situation, the risk of cyber attack on users will increase. At present, the closure of support will not affect the functioning of PCs and laptops running on Windows 10. Let us tell you that Microsoft launched Windows 10 about a decade ago.
There will be problems if there is a security lapse
After today, if there is any security flaw in Windows 10, it will become difficult for the users. No security patch will be issued for this by the company. In such a situation, it will gradually become difficult to use it. However, Microsoft has also kept some options for those users who cannot upgrade their system to Windows 11.
Microsoft gave these options
After the end of support for Windows 10, the system can be protected with Microsoft Defender Antivirus. This antivirus will continue to receive security updates till October 2028. Apart from this, Microsoft has also announced the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. It can be subscribed from October 15. Through this, users will be able to take free Windows backup and get one year coverage by paying $30 (approximately Rs 2,650).
How to upgrade to Windows 11?
If your system is compatible then it can be upgraded to Windows 11. For this, first of all go to Settings, go to ‘Update and Security’ and click on ‘Check for Update’ button in Windows Update. If Windows 11 is available then download and install it. Once the installation is complete, your PC or laptop will restart. After this sign-in to complete Windows 11 setup. For this, your PC or laptop should have sufficient storage and use fast and stable internet connection for installation.
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