You may have seen or heard that Microsoft is ending support for Windows 7 next year. While this is true, don’t panic!
Microsoft has released the date for mainstream end of support for Windows 7. Before you get worried that your Windows 7 computer will end up like XP, relax. The end of “Mainstream Support” on January 13th, 2015 marks the beginning of "Extended Support.” What this means is that while there will be no more additional features or upgrades released for Windows 7, security patches & security related hot fixes will continue until January 14th, 2020.
Here is a chart showing the differences between “Mainstream” and “Extended” support.
Microsoft has released the date for mainstream end of support for Windows 7. Before you get worried that your Windows 7 computer will end up like XP, relax. The end of “Mainstream Support” on January 13th, 2015 marks the beginning of "Extended Support.” What this means is that while there will be no more additional features or upgrades released for Windows 7, security patches & security related hot fixes will continue until January 14th, 2020.
Here is a chart showing the differences between “Mainstream” and “Extended” support.
Image from Microsoft
For further information on Microsoft Product Lifecycles see Support Lifecycle Policy FAQ.
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We're always looking for more information to share here on the blog. If you have questions and want to see us feature something specific, let us know!
Yellowstone Computing seeks to help individuals and businesses in Thorp and the surrounding communities with their computer or technology needs. If there is a way we can help you, please contact us!
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