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Nov 10, 2024 · Industry Insights

Why Microsoft Is Charging for Windows 10 Lifeline and Pushing Windows 11

Microsoft announced that Windows 10 support ends on October 14 2025, introduced a paid Extended Security Updates program with steep yearly fees, and is using this strategy to nudge its 60% market‑share user base toward upgrading to Windows 11 despite low adoption and hardware constraints.