Microsoft releases patch to notify Windows 7 users about upcoming end of support

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Published onMarch 21, 2019

published onMarch 21, 2019

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As wehave already reported, Microsoft is getting ready to end support for the almost 10-year-old Windows 7 operating system. As spotted byTechCrunch, the company has already pushed its first patch which includes the popup informing users of the deadline on January 14th, 2020. However, users should begin receiving notifications on April 18th, giving them plenty of time to consider other options.

Should they continue using the operating system after that time, he or she will be forgoing on security updates and will be at a much greater risk of malware and cyberattacks. Microsoft strongly recommends them to buy a new PC with Windows 10 pre-installed, but those who already have computers that work fine should be able to upgrade relatively easily.

For businesses, Microsoft will also provide them an option to continue receiving security updates and technical support after the expiration datefor an annually fee, which will gradually increase overtime. That said, upgrading to Windows 10 would likely be more cost effective, and the company is even willing to assist businesses in upgrading and making sure thatall applications work just fine.

Interestingly, Windows 7 still holds a major cut of the desktop market according to Net Applications, as noted byTechCrunch. With the operating system quickly becoming obsolete, it shouldn’t be long before that number begins to rapidly shrink.

Radu Tyrsina

Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).

For most of the kids of his age, the Internet was an amazing way to play and communicate with others, but he was deeply impressed by the flow of information and how easily you can find anything on the web.

Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.

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