Yes, it is possible to continue using Windows 10 without ever upgrading to Windows 11.

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Adabelle
Senior Member

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03-31-2021, 04:43 AM

If you stick with Windows 10 and never move to Windows 11, and your current PC remains functional for a decade, staying online is definitely feasible. Feel free to ask if you need more details!

Adabelle

03-31-2021, 04:43 AM #1

If you stick with Windows 10 and never move to Windows 11, and your current PC remains functional for a decade, staying online is definitely feasible. Feel free to ask if you need more details!

MinerRune
Junior Member

03-31-2021, 09:22 AM

Support for Windows 10 ends in 2025. This doesn’t mean online access is gone forever; it simply means Microsoft won’t prioritize fixes anymore if a vulnerability is discovered.

MinerRune

03-31-2021, 09:22 AM #2

Support for Windows 10 ends in 2025. This doesn’t mean online access is gone forever; it simply means Microsoft won’t prioritize fixes anymore if a vulnerability is discovered.

Iman153
Junior Member

03-31-2021, 09:40 AM

Similar to previous versions like 8, 7, Vista, XP, etc., in 2025 it might reach end of life and pose a security threat if not online.

Iman153

03-31-2021, 09:40 AM #3

Similar to previous versions like 8, 7, Vista, XP, etc., in 2025 it might reach end of life and pose a security threat if not online.

nicoandreassen
Member

148

04-01-2021, 02:32 AM

Windows 10 still offers some support, making it a suitable choice for continued use.

nicoandreassen

04-01-2021, 02:32 AM #4

Windows 10 still offers some support, making it a suitable choice for continued use.

TommyHU3_
Member

153

04-02-2021, 01:45 AM

It's still feasible to run Windows 10 for years ahead, even without security updates. Using an antivirus could help maintain safety. Older systems running before Windows 7 can still access the internet if supported. You're not alone—many users have continued using such versions recently.

TommyHU3_

04-02-2021, 01:45 AM #5

gribouille64
Member

100

04-02-2021, 05:22 PM

My sole suggestion is to avoid doing that.

gribouille64

04-02-2021, 05:22 PM #6

My sole suggestion is to avoid doing that.

CliqueAsFrick
Junior Member

04-03-2021, 01:38 AM

Once Windows 10 reaches the end of its life, many businesses will cease offering antivirus protection. Similar to what happened with Windows 7, certain programs may stop functioning entirely.

CliqueAsFrick

04-03-2021, 01:38 AM #7

Once Windows 10 reaches the end of its life, many businesses will cease offering antivirus protection. Similar to what happened with Windows 7, certain programs may stop functioning entirely.

TryHardMikel
Member

172

04-09-2021, 05:00 AM

Discussing antivirus, I’m currently relying solely on Windows Defender. While certain programs may not function, Windows 11 can still enable me to stay online for years even after support ends.

TryHardMikel

04-09-2021, 05:00 AM #8

Discussing antivirus, I’m currently relying solely on Windows Defender. While certain programs may not function, Windows 11 can still enable me to stay online for years even after support ends.