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Tom’s Hardware
Tom’s Hardware
Technology
Kunal Khullar

Microsoft ending Windows 11 SE support October 2026 — Chrome OS competitor also won't get version 25H2 update coming later this year

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE placed on a school desk.

Microsoft has confirmed that it is ending support for Windows 11 SE, the education-focused edition of Windows 11 meant for low-cost student laptops.

According to a recently updated Microsoft document, the company plans to retire the operating system by October 2026, putting a halt on future software updates, technical assistance, and security fixes. Additionally, it will also miss out on the upcoming 25H2 update later this year, meaning version 24H2 was the final major feature release for Win 11 SE.

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