What to know

  • Microsoft shows full-screen ads on Windows 10 computers to promote Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs.
  • The ads highlight new features and warn users about Windows 10's end of support next year.
  • Users need to upgrade or buy security updates to keep their computers safe after October 2025.

 

 

Microsoft has started showing full-screen ads to Windows 10 users, pushing them to switch to Windows 11 and new Copilot+ computers. With Windows 10 support ending on October 14, 2025, the clock is ticking for millions of users who need to make a decision about their computer's future.

The ads pop up tell users they can easily move their files and programs to Windows 11. Microsoft says the new Copilot+ computers run much faster than older Windows PCs, making them an attractive option for those looking to upgrade.

Most people still use Windows 10, with about 70% of Windows users sticking to the older system. That's why Microsoft is stepping up its efforts to get more people to switch to Windows 11 before the support deadline hits.

If you want to keep using Windows 10 after October 2025, you'll need to pay for Extended Security Updates. Companies will pay $61 per computer for the first year, and this amount doubles each following year. Microsoft hasn't announced how much home users will need to pay, but they'll share this information later this year.

You now have three choices: upgrade to Windows 11, pay for security updates, or keep using Windows 10 without protection. The last option could leave your computer open to security problems, so you'll need to think carefully about your next move.

Source: Windows Latest