Microsoft is facing pressure from consumer groups and businesses alike to reconsider its decision to end support for Windows 10 on October 14. The software giant has already granted an extra year of support to European consumers, but US customers are wondering why they can’t have the same extension.

The Campaign Against Windows 10’s Demise

PIRG, a consumer group, is leading the charge against Microsoft’s decision. They argue that businesses and consumers will be left vulnerable to security threats if they don’t upgrade to Windows 11 before the deadline. Nathan Proctor, senior director at PIRG, claims that it was pressure from his organization that led to Microsoft’s initial concession for European consumers.

Some business leaders are already expressing concern about the impact of this decision. Alex Pearce, chief strategist for reseller Softcat, believes that education establishments will be particularly affected.

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• https://www.computerworld.com/article/4066636/microsoft-urged-to-change-deadline-for-end-of-windows-10-support.html

Sources

• pcworld.com
• statcounter.com
• pcworld.com
• pirg.org