Microsoft has officially ended support for two versions of its Windows 11 operating system. If you’re still using Windows 11 versions 21H2 or 22H2, it’s important to upgrade to a newer version to keep your computer secure and running smoothly.
Microsoft Ends Support for Two Windows 11 Versions
As reported by Neowin, To be more specific, this affects users of Windows 11 version 22H2 in the Home and Pro editions, as well as those using Windows 11 version 21H2 in the Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions. Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or patches for these versions. Without these updates, your computer may become vulnerable to security risks and could experience reduced performance.
Corporate users have an option to upgrade to Windows 11 version 22H2, which will give them another year of support. This gives businesses more time to plan and prepare for a full upgrade to newer versions of the operating system. For regular users, Microsoft will gradually update your system from version 22H2 to the latest version of Windows 11 over time. So you don’t have to worry about missing out on updates.
If you’re unsure which version of Windows you’re running, it’s easy to check. Just go to your computer’s “Settings” menu, and look for the “About the system” section. This will show you the exact version of Windows installed on your machine.
It’s also worth noting that Windows 10 users still have time before support for their operating system ends. Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 will continue until October 14, 2025. This gives Windows 10 users a longer window to decide whether to upgrade to Windows 11 or explore other options.
In conclusion, staying on top of updates is crucial for maintaining a secure and efficient computer. Running an outdated version of Windows that no longer receives security updates can leave your system open to potential threats. Therefore, upgrading to the latest version of Windows 11 ensures that your computer remains protected and performs optimally.
