Windows 10 Support Ends Today: What Every Business Owner Needs to Know

 As of today, October 14, 2025, Windows 10 has reached its End of Life. Microsoft has stopped releasing security updates, patches, and technical support. Your systems may still boot up, and your apps may still run, but underneath the surface, you're now running unsupported and unprotected technology.  

If you haven’t migrated to Windows 11 yet, the risks to your business are only growing by the hour.  

 Here’s what happens next, what to watch for, and how Bit by Bit can still help you get back on track.  

 Security Updates Have Stopped—Your Systems Are Now Exposed  

Microsoft has officially ended all updates for Windows 10. That means:  

• No more security patches for new vulnerabilities 
• No more bug fixes or performance improvements 
• No new drivers or hardware support 
• No technical support from Microsoft 

  Even antivirus solutions and third-party software vendors may begin phasing out support, especially as new versions focus on Windows 11 compatibility.  

 Cybercriminals Are Already Targeting Unsupported Systems  

 Unsupported operating systems are prime targets for cybercriminals. The threat landscape changes daily, and without updates, your systems are now highly exposed.  

Expect to see:  

• Phishing campaigns targeting outdated machines 
• Ransomware variants exploiting known vulnerabilities 
• Botnets and malware spreading across unpatched networks 

  Just like WannaCry devastated Windows 7 machines post-EOL in 2017, similar threats are expected to target Windows 10 systems starting today.  

 Your Systems Will Slow Down and Break More Often  

 You may not notice issues immediately. But over time, you’ll experience:  

• Slower boot times and system crashes 
• App compatibility failures 
• Device driver issues with new hardware 
• Poor performance when accessing modern web apps or cloud platforms 

Businesses running legacy systems typically face higher downtime and reactive IT costs as software becomes harder to support.  

 Staying on Windows 10 Could Put You Out of Compliance  

 If your organization must comply with HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST, or FINRA, unsupported systems likely place you out of compliance as of today.  

That puts you at risk of:  

• Fines and penalties 
• Failed audits 
• Legal liability in the event of a data breach 

  For industries like healthcare, finance, and legal, this is not optional—compliance requires up-to-date, secure systems.  

 Your Action Plan: What to Do Right Now  

 If you're still running Windows 10,  here’s what we recommend:  

1.Stop deploying Windows 10 devices immediately.  

2.Inventory every system still on Windows 10.  

3.Isolate sensitive or exposed systems from external access.  

4.Back up all data on unsupported systems.  

5.Schedule a Windows 11 upgrade plan now.  

  Don’t assume you can wait out the storm. The longer you operate without support, the more exposed your business becomes.  

 Will Your Current Hardware Run Windows 11 Properly?  

 Most Windows 10 systems do not meet modern performance or security requirements for Windows 11, even if they technically pass Microsoft’s minimum check.  

Here are Bit by Bit’s recommended specs for real-world business use:  

 Bit by Bit Makes the Transition Simple and Stress-Free  

 Even though Windows 10 support has ended, it’s not too late to make the switch the right way.  

At Bit by Bit, we’re actively helping businesses:  

• Audit outdated systems 
• Replace or upgrade hardware 
• Migrate data safely to new devices 
• Roll out Windows 11 with minimal disruption 
• Restore compliance and strengthen security 

  Get Your Free Windows 11 Upgrade Assessment Today  

 Windows 10 is now officially obsolete. Let us help you transition to Windows 11 securely, strategically, and stress-free.  

 👉 Book your free upgrade assessment now