Unable to use computer . End of support for Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7

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2026-05-09T06:09:45.7133333+00:00

Unable to use the computer. End of support for Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7

Windows for home | Windows 10 | End of support (EOS)
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  1. DaveM121 929K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-05-09T06:44:31.5266667+00:00

    When Windows reaches end of support, that does not mean that Windows will stop working correctly, it will continue to work normally, the only difference is you would no longer receive updates to the operating system.

    Windows 10 reached end of support last October, however, Microsoft realised many people could not upgrade their PC to Windows 11, and they offered people 1 year of free Extended Security updates (ESU) up to October 2026, did you register for the free ESU in the updates section of the Settings app.

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    2026-05-09T06:09:59.29+00:00

    Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 have all reached end of support on the dates listed in the context. This means:

    • These versions no longer receive security updates, bug fixes, or reliability improvements from Microsoft.
    • Devices running these systems are more vulnerable to security threats and may gradually become unreliable or incompatible with newer apps and services.
    • Microsoft 365 Apps and other Office versions have limited or no support on these operating systems:
      • On Windows 7, 8, and 8.1, Microsoft 365 Apps no longer receive feature, security, or quality updates.
      • On Windows 10, Microsoft 365 Apps will receive security updates until October 10, 2028, but Windows 10 itself is out of support as of October 14, 2025.

    To restore a supported and secure environment and be able to use the computer normally again, the recommended options are:

    1. Upgrade the device to a supported Windows version (for example, Windows 11), if the hardware meets the requirements.
    2. If the device cannot run a supported Windows version, replace it with a new device that supports Windows 11.
    3. If upgrading is not immediately possible and the issue is specifically with Office apps, use Office on the web via a supported browser as a temporary alternative.

    If the device is managed by a work or school organization, contact the IT Help Desk or IT administrator for guidance on upgrading and migrating files and apps.

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