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Windows 10 Final Update Delivers Record 173 Security Patches as Microsoft Shifts Focus to Windows 11

Microsoft has released its final monthly update for Windows 10 with a record-breaking 173 security patches, including nine critical vulnerabilities and six zero-day exploits. The company simultaneously rolled out significant AI enhancements for Windows 11, signaling the official transition between operating systems.

Historic Final Update for Windows 10

Microsoft has delivered what sources indicate is the final monthly update for Windows 10 after a decade of support, marking the end of an era for the widely-used operating system. According to reports from the company’s October security update guide, this final patch bundle contains a record 173 security fixes – the largest single-month release of 2025.

by Aaron Blake
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Windows 10 Support Ends October 14 2025: What You Need to Know

Microsoft has confirmed Windows 10 support ends permanently on October 14 2025. After this date, no security updates or technical support will be available. Users must upgrade to Windows 11 or enroll in Extended Security Updates for continued protection.

Microsoft has officially ended Windows 10 support as of October 14, 2025, marking the conclusion of nearly a decade of service for one of Microsoft’s most popular operating systems. While computers running Windows 10 will continue to function normally, they will no longer receive critical security updates, bug fixes, or technical support from Microsoft, leaving users vulnerable to emerging threats. This milestone represents Microsoft’s full transition to Windows 11 as its primary desktop platform and signals the beginning of a new era for Windows users worldwide.

Understanding the Windows 10 End of Support Timeline

by Gabriel Novak