Four years ago, Microsoft launched Windows 11 SE, a version of its latest operating system for "web-first devices" sold exclusively to the education sector. The heavily restricted OS wasn't especially popular with students and IT technicians, so they might breathe a sigh of relief that Microsoft has set October 2026 as its end-of-life date. They may equally panic a little, given just how soon that date is.
That means Windows 11 SE will have been around for a little under five years when all updates, security fixes, and technical assistance come to a close. More importantly, there isn't anything else in Microsoft's pipeline to replace it, hence why it recommends users consider "transitioning to a device that supports another edition of Windows 11 to ensure continued support and security" (via The Verge).
