Imagine one of your most important business tools suddenly stops being safe to use. That’s not a “what if” anymore. It’s happening — and the culprit is Windows 10.

On 14th October, Microsoft ends free support. No more security updates. No more bug fixes. No help if something goes wrong. Your computer will still turn on, but it’ll be like driving with no seatbelt and a giant neon sign saying: “Hack me!”

The worrying part? Many business owners don’t even realise this is coming. Research shows nearly 1 in 3 either have no idea or haven’t started planning. That leaves a lot of businesses wide open to disruption, data breaches and unnecessary stress.

Yes, Microsoft offers Extended Security Updates, but they’re expensive and the price rises every year. It’s like paying rent on a house that’s already falling apart. The smarter move is to plan your upgrade now.

Windows 11 isn’t just a re-skin of Windows 10. It’s faster, more secure, and designed for the way modern businesses work. It integrates better with Teams, OneDrive and Copilot, and comes with security features that are built for today’s cyber threats. But not every device can handle it, and replacing hardware takes time and money — so waiting until the last minute will cost more and cause more disruption.

The bottom line: October 2025 is a hard deadline. The longer you leave it, the harder and more expensive the switch becomes.

If you’re not sure where you stand, ask your IT partner: “Are we ready for Windows 10 end of life?” If the answer isn’t a confident yes, it’s time to get a plan in place. And if you’d like help making the transition smooth, that’s exactly what my team does best. Get in touch and let’s get you future-ready.

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