Microsoft’s Office Support U-Turn: Windows 10 Gets Three More Years of Love!

Microsoft has hit the brakes on ending Windows 10 support for Office apps, extending security updates until October 2028. So, if you’re still clinging to your Windows 10 like a cherished baby blanket, you’ve got three more years before you need to embrace the wild world of Windows 11.

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Microsoft has pulled a classic “Oops, just kidding!” on us by extending support for Office apps on Windows 10 until 2028. Apparently, they realized that not everyone is ready to jump on the Windows 11 bandwagon just yet. Maybe they should’ve checked their crystal ball earlier!

Key Points:

  • Microsoft extends support for Office apps on Windows 10 until October 10, 2028.
  • Security updates will continue for Microsoft 365 on Windows 10 for three more years.
  • Users are encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11 despite extended support.
  • Windows 10 still runs on over 52% of Windows systems worldwide.
  • Extended Security Updates (ESU) available for Windows 10 Home users at a cost.

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