Windows 10 users will soon have to pay to keep getting security updates

Microsoft explains that from Oct 14, 2025, Windows 10 will no longer automatically receive security updates. — Microsoft

For the first time, Microsoft is planning to offer paid-for security updates to home users who continue to use Windows 10 beyond Oct 14, 2025. Previously reserved for businesses, this option will enable individuals to continue using a secure operating system for at least one year.

While Microsoft is obviously encouraging home users and business users alike to switch to Windows 11, some are likely to continue to run Windows 10 with no hope of a future upgrade due to incompatible hardware. In fact, Windows 11 requires a recent, high-performance computer. The PC must have a 64-bit processor of 1GHz or more, combined with at least 4GB of RAM.