Overview

• Microsoft will cease free support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, leaving devices vulnerable to cyberattacks without updates.
• An estimated 32 million computers in Germany still run Windows 10, prompting experts to recommend immediate upgrades.
• Users who fail to update risk exposure to unpatched security vulnerabilities and loss of access to free technical support.
• Options include upgrading to Windows 11, switching to Linux, or purchasing new hardware compatible with modern systems.
• A paid extended support option will be available, but costs are set to double annually, making it a costly alternative.