End of Support – Windows 10

End of Support for Windows 10

Support for Windows 10 is ending soon in October 2025 and devices will no longer get security and feature updates. Older devices can be less secure so delaying upgrades could be costly to your business. Ensure your organization stays protected and productive with all the latest security and feature updates with Windows 11 Pro, including Copilot your personal AI assistant.

Bad actors continue to increase, and today’s PCs offer better hardware, firmware, and OS security.

Tom MainelliGroup VP IDC Devices and Consumer Research, IDC

 

Why upgrade now

Allow ample time to plan, ensure a smooth transition, and improve life for your IT staff and employees.

Don’t miss out

Windows 11 Pro offers AI-powered productivity, out-of-the box security, and cost-efficient management. It’s the best Windows yet.

I would recommend Windows 11 Pro to any business for its improved security features and ease of use. It’s a no-brainer way to keep our business devices secure, and it was such an easy transition.

Neal FreemanChief Digital & Technology OfficerThe Broadway League

 

Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro today—it’s easy

Powerful new capabilities and familiar tools

Windows 11 offers a range of powerful new features and capabilities, including enhanced security, faster deployment, and improved performance.

Upgrading to Windows 11 from Windows 10 allows you to leverage these new capabilities to save time and money, protect your business, and empower employees—all with the same familiar tools and processes to manage both operating systems.

Windows Autopilot accelerates deployment with zero-touch provisioning using Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft Intune.

Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro
today

I really like that it’s easy to set up new devices. It’s easy to enroll all the security rules we need to have. It’s easy to see the status of all our devices so we don’t need to spend a lot of time managing our own IT.

Marcel MartiniManaging DirectorSUSI&James

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Which version of Windows do I have?

To check which Windows operating system your computer has, please follow the steps below:

  1. Press Windows Key + R
    Windows Key + R Key
  2. Type winver and press OK
    Run Prompt - Windows 10
  3. A popup with your current Windows version will be displayed:About Windows - Windows 10

Important: With this method, each computer must be checked individually.

Can I upgrade my workstation(s) to Windows 11?

Workstations can be upgraded if they meet the minimum requirements. However, please be aware not all applications used on your current Windows 10 computer may be compatible with Windows 11. Contact your software vendor to verify that the application and version you have installed is compatible with Windows 11.  For example:

  • If you use QuickBooks Desktop, you can contact Intuit to find out if the current version is compatible with Windows 11 or if you need to upgrade to the latest QuickBooks Desktop.
  • If you use Medisoft, you can contact your reseller to verify that your current Medisoft version is compatible with Windows 11 or if you need to upgrade to the latest Medisoft version.

If your workstations are able eligible to be upgraded, the upgrade process can take anywhere from 1 – 5 hours depending on the computer’s performance and applications installed. If your workstations need to be replaced, the process may take longer.

At TCSP, we understand that technology can be complicated, and all the information provided on this post may be difficult to understand and overwhelming. Businesses without an IT Support Agreement are welcome to contact TCSP. We will be providing complementary site assessments to eligible organizations because we want you to do what you do best and leave technology to us.

    To learn more about the Windows 11 minimum requirements for workstations, please read Windows 11 – Minimum and Recommended Requirements.

    What are the Windows 11 hardware requirements?

    Before purchasing a new computer with Windows 11 or upgrading a computer to Windows 11, users are advised to review the Windows 11 minimum hardware requirements. However, are these minimum requirements enough to carry your day-to-day business tasks? Most likely not.

    It is important to understand that minimum requirements are specified to execute a particular task, Windows 11 in this case. What does this mean? It means Windows 11 minimum requirements will ensure that your computer can run Windows 11, but it will not take into account performance and/or other third-party applications (E.g. QuickBooks, Outlook, MS Excel).

    Based on TCSP‘s experience, we have created a basic table with Windows 11 recommended requirements for Business Users and Advanced Users. Since every business runs slightly different, the mentioned recommendations could change based on the business needs.

    SpecsMinimumRecommended
    Business User
    Recommended
    Advanced User
    Processor1 GHz or faster
    (2 or more cores on 64-bit processor)
    Intel Core i5 or higher
    (13th Generation or newer)
    Intel Core i7 or higher
    (13th Generation or newer)
    Memory (RAM)4 GB16 GB32 GB
    Storage64 GB HDD1500 GB SSD21 TB SSD2
    System firmwareUEFI, Secure Boot capableUEFI, Secure Boot capableUEFI, Secure Boot capable
    Trusted Platform Module (TPM)TPM Version 2.0TPM Version 2.0TPM Version 2.0
    Max Upgrade Age35 years2 years0 years

    1 A hard disk drive (HDD), hard disk, hard drive, or fixed disk (Hard Disk Drive). This is the most common type of data drive available in low-end and medium-end computers. Business users are recommended to use SSDs instead.

    2 Solid-state drive (SSD) is the technology that replaces HDD. SSDs improve the performance of devices. SSDs are up to a hundred times faster than HDDs.

    3 If you are looking to upgrade a computer to Windows 11, this is the computer’s cut-off time. Meaning, computers outside this age range are not recommended to be upgraded. Be aware that in specific cases, newer computers cannot be upgraded to Windows 11 due to other hardware limitations.

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