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Mauro Huculak

Windows 10 reaches end of life in 2025 — and upgrading to Windows 11 is easier than you think

Windows 10 upgrade to Windows 11.

The end of life (EoL) for Windows 10 is scheduled for October 14, 2025. After this date, Microsoft will discontinue maintenance and security updates, as well as technical support, for all users. If you plan to upgrade to Windows 11 to continue receiving updates, this guide will walk you through the steps to complete the process.

If you have a computer running Windows 10 version 22H2 with the latest updates installed and properly activated, you can perform a free in-place upgrade to Windows 11.

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