Microsoft has said that the release of Windows 10 22H2 marks the end of feature updates for this popular version of the operating system. Over the next few months, Windows 10 will receive regular bug fixes and security patches. This applies to mainstream users. up to EOS (opens in new tab) (end of life) October 14, 2025.
In its Windows client roadmap update (opens in new tab) In a blog post, Microsoft said the clarifications about the Windows 10 product roadmap “will help consumers and organizations plan their Windows release activities.” More specifically, the company used this community announcement to say, “We strongly encourage you to move to Windows 11 now.” Some might see this announcement as a cynical push from Microsoft to accelerate Windows 11 adoption.
Microsoft’s latest OS didn’t get off to the best start when it arrived in October 2021. We have reported on various issues plaguing the OS and will continue to do so in 2023. A serious problem was revealed in the general performance of the operating system. SSD performance (ditto), gaming performance (ditto), and printing. However, Windows 11 became the only version of the OS that will be sold on new desktops and laptops starting this January. What’s more, it’s gaining momentum among gamers, and time has been a great healer.Microsoft has fixed many of the early issues that tarnished Windows 11’s early reputation, and fixed its customization limitations.
If you have one of the Windows 10 LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel) editions, Microsoft says you will continue to receive regular updates after October 2025 according to your license. On the topic of LTSC releases, another announcement in Microsoft’s updates was that Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC and Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC will be available in the second half of 2024. More details about these Windows 11 releases will be shared around that time.
If you’re still a little confused about what’s happening in which version of Windows and when, Microsoft has rounded up the sanity of Windows releases. (opens in new tab) A page that should help.
