[SEO-Updates] Windows 10 End of Life

[dwinland at library.ohio.gov]

Reminder:       Windows 10 End of Life: October 14, 2025


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Why is this important?

When past versions of Windows (XP, 7, 8) reached end of life, hackers quickly began exploiting them worldwide.
Any computer running an unsupported operating system connected to the internet should be considered at risk or compromised-even if antivirus software is installed.

Additionally, SirsiDynix does not support end-of-life operating systems. If you encounter issues running WorkFlows software on Windows 10 after October 2025 , SEO may not be able to help

More information from Microsoft: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-support-ends-on-october-14-2025-2ca8b313-1946-43d3-b55c-2b95b107f281

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Options for Moving Forward


  1.  Purchase New Computers with Windows 11
     *   Ensures full compatibility and security.
  2.  Extended Security Updates (ESU)
     *   Microsoft will offer paid extended security updates (about $30 per device per year).
     *   Learn more: Microsoft ESU Program<https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/whats-new/extended-security-updates>
  3.  Upgrade Existing Systems
     *   Your IT team may be able to upgrade eligible systems to Windows 11 through a registry modification, provided the hardware is not older than 6-7 years.

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Recommended Computer Replacement Cycle with the latest Operating System


  *   Every 5 years (Ideal): Ensures hardware stays current and avoids OS end-of-life issues.
  *   Every 7 years (Acceptable): Still avoids unsupported operating systems,  may experience slower performance on older hardware.


Please let us know if you have any questions


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Donald M Winland Jr
Infrastructure & Security Specialist II
CISSP<https://www.youracclaim.com/badges/646728e0-086e-4371-a903-7e12be452454/public_url>, CEH, CCNA, MCSA, MCSE, NETWORK+, A+

State Library of Ohio
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Phone: 1-877-552-4262 x205
Email:dwinland at library.ohio.gov<mailto:dwinland at library.ohio.gov>
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