Microsoft Ends Office Support for Windows 10

Microsoft has announced that support for Microsoft 365 apps, including standalone Office versions, will end on October 14, 2025, coinciding with the cessation of support for Windows 10. Users can continue to use these apps after the cutoff, but they may experience performance and reliability issues as the software will no longer receive updates or security patches. Microsoft strongly recommends upgrading to Windows 11 to ensure continued support and optimal functionality, although many older devices are incompatible due to stringent hardware requirements. For those unable to upgrade immediately, Microsoft is offering Extended Security Updates for a fee, allowing users to receive updates for an additional year. The company has been pushing users towards Windows 11 for some time, but the transition has been challenging for many due to hardware limitations. Microsoft has indicated that this strategy aims to encourage users and businesses to adopt the latest operating system to avoid potential risks associated with unsupported software.