{"id":13598,"date":"2025-05-12T11:42:48","date_gmt":"2025-05-11T23:42:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kinetics.co.nz\/?p=13598"},"modified":"2025-05-12T11:42:48","modified_gmt":"2025-05-11T23:42:48","slug":"what-does-the-end-of-support-for-windows-10-mean-for-me","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.kinetics.co.nz\/?p=13598","title":{"rendered":"What does the end of support for Windows 10 mean for me?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The End of an Era: Windows 10 Support is Ending\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

What You Need to Know<\/strong><\/h3>\n

At the risk of being repetitive<\/a>, it is important to remind readers that it\u2019s the end of the road for Windows 10.\u00a0 \u00a0Support for Windows 10 ends on October 14. After this date, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates, technical assistance, or security fixes for Windows 10.<\/p>\n

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What Does End of Support Mean?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When Microsoft ends support for an operating system, it means that the company will no longer offer updates or patches to address security vulnerabilities, improve performance, or add new features. For Windows 10 users, this means that while their PCs will continue to function, they will become increasingly vulnerable to security threats and may experience compatibility issues with newer software and hardware\u00a0<\/p>\n

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It is time to make sure all your Windows PCs are running Windows 11<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Windows 11 offers a modern and efficient experience designed to meet current demands for heightened security and productivity. It includes enhanced security features, better productivity tools, and innovative new functionalities that are not available in Windows 10. Upgrading to Windows 11 ensures that users continue to receive the latest updates and support from Microsoft, keeping their systems secure and up-to-date.<\/p>\n

Meet Windows 11: Features, Look, Benefits & More | Microsoft<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u00a0The easiest way to see if a device meets the requirements for Windows 11 after making hardware changes to the device is with the\u00a0PC Health Check<\/strong>\u00a0app:<\/p>\n

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    1. Download and install the\u00a0PC Health Check<\/strong>\u00a0app. The\u00a0PC Health Check<\/strong>\u00a0app can be downloaded from the following link: Download the PC Health Check app<\/a><\/li>\n
    2. Right-click on the\u00a0Start\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0menu and select\u00a0Search\u00a0<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    3. In the “Type here to search”\u00a0<\/strong> text box, enter: pc health check<\/li>\n
    4. Under\u00a0Best match<\/strong>, select\u00a0PC Health Check<\/strong>\u00a0from the list of results.<\/li>\n
    5. In the\u00a0PC Health Check<\/strong>\u00a0windows that opens, select the\u00a0Check now\u00a0<\/strong>button.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Frequently asked questions<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      What can I do with my old computer?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Trade it in or recycle it with local organisations.\u00a0 \u00a0We will take small numnbers of machines away for you and arange for eWaste disposal.\u00a0 For large quantities, we can help you find someone to take them away and dispoise of them responsibly.<\/p>\n

      \u00a0Will my Windows 10 PC stop working?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      No. Your PC will continue to work, but support will be discontinued.<\/p>\n

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