What Do You Think About Windows 10 Extended Security Updates Program?

[Alex George]

We know that Microsoft announced the ESU (Extended Security Update) program for the Windows 10 operating system. According to them, ESU will provide security updates to existing Windows 10 devices for a fee. My question is, how many of you will choose Windows 10 ESU over migrating to Windows 11?

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Ref: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/whats-new/extended-security-updates

[Xavior]

I read about this ESU program and do not need it. I upgraded my laptop and PC to Windows 11. However, for those who cannot migrate to Windows 11, the ESU program is helpful. After all, $30 per year is not a big problem.

[Alex George]

After all, $30 per year is not a big problem.

Hello Xavior, I won't be thrilled with the $30 bill. It is the fee for the first year. Who knows, Microsoft may charge you $100 for the second year.

[Reshmi R Menon]

It's stealing. They know, many devices cannot upgrade to Windows 11.

[Alex George]

Hello Reshmi R Menon, I see it from a different view. Microsoft will lose all those devices. Eventually, Linux will find a way to those devices.

[Reshmi R Menon]

Eventually, Linux will find a way to those devices.

You are correct Alex. Stopping support for Windows 10 will force people start installing Linux.

[Thomas]

I do not think most users will go for Windows 10 Extended Security Update program. They will use the computer same as before with a third party security App. A good firewall and an anti virus will protect the Windows 10 device even after the Microsoft support deadline.

[Administrator]

I do not think most users will go for Windows 10 Extended Security Update program. They will use the computer same as before with a third party security App. A good firewall and an anti virus will protect the Windows 10 device even after the Microsoft support deadline.

I'm afraid I have to disagree with you, Thomas. It is risky to use a version of OS that does not have security support anymore. My personal recommendation is to go for Ubuntu or other Linux distros. A Windows 10 user will not have trouble with the latest Ubuntu GUI.

[yelan333]

It’s a good way to keep Windows 10 secure for a little longer, but personally, I’d prefer to move to Windows 11 if I could, just for the new features and better performance.

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[Stephy Johnson]

I have upgraded my laptop to Windows 11. It was a smooth process.

[mike776]

I think the ESU program is a decent stopgap for those who can't upgrade to Windows 11 yet, but paying annually for security updates feels like a short-term fix. At some point, upgrading or switching to a different OS might be more cost-effective in the long run.

[Yashika]

A temporary solutions. The time limit is three years and then Microsoft will stop this program.

[Sanal Mohan]

I am not interested in any paid short term solutions from MS.

[Stanly Thomas]

Support for just three years? Not a good deal.

[Burak Yaman]

Microsoft is forcing its customers to dump their hardware by stopping support for Windows 10. The $30 security update extension is just a drama. Ultimately, we will see a big pile of abandoned hardware.

[Martin Calvert]

I am under the impression that all tech corporate companies turn more greedy. Microsoft is no exception, and this $30 bill for one year security update is a trap. They will raise the charge in next year.