What Windows 10 End of Support Means for Your Business

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Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. With this date quickly approaching, the implications for your business are starting to become more and more urgent. With no more security updates, bug fixes, or technical support beyond this deadline, companies still relying on Windows 10 are facing increased risks ranging from cybersecurity vulnerabilities to compliance concerns and operational disruption.


This moment marks more than just a software sunset. It’s an opportunity to assess your IT infrastructure, modernize aging hardware, and equip your workforce with secure, AI-powered tools built for today’s evolving business needs.

How End of Support Will Impact End Users

When Microsoft ends support for Windows 10, critical services will no longer be available. This includes no more security updates, which means any vulnerabilities discovered after the cutoff date will go unpatched, exposing systems to growing cybersecurity threats. Businesses will also lose access to bug fixes and performance enhancements, potentially leading to stability issues and reduced efficiency. And with Microsoft ending technical support for Windows 10, troubleshooting becomes more complex and resource-intensive. Over time, new applications and services may also stop supporting Windows 10, leading to compatibility challenges that affect both user experience and operational continuity.

To avoid these risks and maintain business continuity, it’s important to begin planning your next steps now.

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What You Can Do

In order to reduce any potential disruptions and maximize long-term value, businesses should not hesitate to start planning as soon as possible. Key steps include:

  1. Assessing Device Readiness - Use Microsoft’s PC Health Check tool or consult your IT partner to determine which devices are eligible for a Windows 11 upgrade.
  2. Upgrading to Windows 11 - If devices are compatible, plan an OS migration strategy that minimizes downtime and supports employee productivity.
  3. Modernizing with New Hardware - Older devices that don’t meet Windows 11 requirements should be replaced. Modern devices offer built-in security, improved performance, and AI-readiness.
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Be Future-Ready with Acer

As your business prepares for life beyond Windows 10, the need for modern devices built around performance, productivity, and security has never been greater. Today’s PCs must handle demanding workloads, protect sensitive data, and support seamless collaboration - all while being ready to harness the power of AI in the workplace.

In each of these areas, Acer TravelMate business laptops are built to deliver: on the back of powerful Intel® Core™ Ultra processors with Intel vPro®, modern workflows are supercharged with NPU-backed performance and speeds; with business-grade hardware- and software-based multi-layered security, your business’ data stays secure - no matter where you are; and employees are empowered to excel with a variety of productivity-focused tools such as exclusive Copilot+ PC AI features including Live Caption, Recall, Windows Studio Effects, and much more. With all of these taken together, TravelMate business laptops are capable of supporting the way people work in modern environments - and with built-in AI capabilities and Windows 11 Pro, they’re ready for the next era of business computing, right out of the box.

Choose TravelMate and step into a new era of business certainty, with acertainty.

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