Microsoft’s One-Time Offer: Pay for Extended Security Updates or Face the Tech Abyss!
Microsoft has extended security updates for Exchange Server 2016 and 2019, and Skype for Business 2015 and 2019. But remember, these updates vanish faster than your New Year’s resolutions, so sign up and pay up now, or be left with more holes in your system than a cheese platter at a party!
Hot Take:
Microsoft’s new motto: “We won’t leave you hanging… unless you forget to pay up!” In the world of tech, even your outdated servers deserve a bit of love (for a limited time only). Get your checkbooks ready, because Microsoft is extending its security updates like a last-minute party invitation—just don’t forget to RSVP before 2026!
Key Points:
- Microsoft extends security updates for Exchange Server 2016/2019 and Skype for Business 2015/2019 until April 2026.
- Updates are contingent on signing up for the Extended Security Update program, which costs extra.
- Users will not be notified of updates through regular channels; sign-up is mandatory.
- This extension is a one-time offer ending April 14, 2026, with no further extensions.
- The extension aims to help customers still migrating away from these products.
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