Windows 7 End of Life
The end of the Windows 7 lifecycle is set for January 14th, 2020. "End of life" means Microsoft will discontinue all support, including paid support; and all updates, including security updates. Between now and then, the operating system (OS) is in an in-between phase known as “extended support.” During this phase, Microsoft is offering paid support, though not the complimentary support that comes with the license; and will continue to provide security updates, but not design and feature updates.
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Why Is the Windows 7 Lifecycle Ending?
The Windows 7 "end of life" cycle is similar to that of previous Microsoft operating systems. Microsoft states, “Every Windows product has a lifecycle. The lifecycle begins when a product is released and ends when it's no longer supported. Knowing key dates in this lifecycle helps you make informed decisions about when to update, upgrade or make other changes to your software.” Even though Microsoft says it will support Windows 7 until January 2020, it began blocking older machines, such as those using Pentium III, in June 2018. Microsoft can block support for any machine at any time, so Windows 7 users should be prepared.
What Does "End of Life" Mean?
"End of life" is the date after which an application is no longer supported by the company that makes it. After Windows 7 "end of life," you can continue to use the OS, but at your own risk. New computer viruses and other malware are developed all the time and, without the security updates to fight them off, your data and your system are vulnerable.
Upgrading From Windows 7
As each situation is different, if you have Windows 7 machines on your network, please contact your I-Evolve Account Executive for information on upgrading to a supported version of Windows such as Windows 10. Windows 10 was released in 2015. It supports apps that can be used across multiple devices, including PCs, tablets, and smartphones. It also supports touchscreen, keyboard, and mouse input methods. Windows 10 is faster than Windows 7 and provides a number of other useful benefits. There are differences between the two interfaces but, as a Windows user, you'll see similarities which will help you get up to speed quickly.
