Windows 10 Lives On: Microsoft’s $30 Farewell Fee or Cloud Sync Option!
Microsoft is extending Windows 10 Extended Security Updates by a year. Users can pay $30 or sync settings to the cloud for free. Think of it as a last-minute rescue for those clinging to their trusty old Windows 10 PCs. Just remember, no new features, just security updates to keep the digital dust bunnies at bay!
Hot Take:
Microsoft’s latest move is like giving your old Windows 10 a lifeline just in time before it becomes the tech version of a dinosaur exhibit. Apparently, they have a soft spot for those of us who treat ‘upgrading’ like a four-letter word. So, if your PC is still running Windows 10, congratulations! You now have one more year to procrastinate on that upgrade while clutching onto the past like a vinyl record collector bragging about his collection.
Key Points:
- Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) extended until October 13, 2026.
- Enrollment options include syncing settings to the cloud, redeeming Microsoft Rewards, or paying $30.
- Available on PCs through an “enrollment wizard” in the Settings app.
- ESUs are a last resort for legacy software running on outdated systems.
- ESUs cover only security updates, not new features or non-security updates.