Glory Awaits – Step into the Arena of Windows 11

Are you not entertained? Still clinging to Windows 10 like it’s a long-lost friend? I get it—change is annoying. But let’s be honest: you’re just delaying the inevitable.

Windows 11 has been out for three years, and guess what? It’s not going anywhere. As of October 2024, its market share has climbed to 35.55%, while Windows 10 still holds on at 60.97%. But that’s changing fast, and for good reason.

Tick-Tock – Windows 10 Support Is Running Out

Here’s the deal: Microsoft pulls the plug on free support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. That means no more critical updates, no more security patches, and definitely no more lifelines when something breaks.

Will your PC explode the next day? No. But without updates, it’s a sitting duck for cyber threats.

Now, Microsoft is offering Extended Security Updates (ESU) for businesses, but let’s break down what that really means:

• Year One will cost $61 per device through the Microsoft Volume Licensing Program.
• Year Two? That price doubles.
• Year Three? Doubles again.

For individuals or Windows 10 Home customers, Extended Security Updates for Windows 10 will be available for purchase at $30 for one year.

Multiply those numbers by the number of machines in your business, and suddenly, you’re paying for the privilege of keeping an outdated OS. And even then, it’s just a short-term Band-Aid.

That means sticking with Windows 10 could quickly become an expensive game of diminishing returns. ESU will keep a Windows 10 system barely secure, but it won’t bring in new features, performance improvements, or efficiency boosts. It’s like paying for life support when you could just walk into a better, faster system.

Why the Sudden Rush to Windows 11?

Simple: businesses finally see the writing on the wall.

The PC market is booming again, thanks to AI PCs—new hardware designed to handle AI-driven tasks. Businesses want machines that support modern software, including Windows 11.

Microsoft also keeps teasing Windows Intelligence, its rumored AI-powered upgrade for Windows 11. While no one knows exactly what it will include, one thing’s clear: Microsoft is going all in on AI.

Windows 11: Not Just a Pretty Face

But let’s not get lost in the AI hype. Windows 11 isn’t just about keeping up, it actually makes your life easier.

• A cleaner, less cluttered interface – because good design shouldn’t feel like a scavenger hunt.
• Customizable widgets and an improved File Explorer – find what you need faster, because wasted time is wasted money.
• Better multitasking tools – juggling multiple projects? Windows 11 helps you stay organized without drowning in open windows.

Security That Actually Works

Think Windows 10 still keeps you safe? Think again.

Cybercriminals don’t care if you feel nostalgic. Windows 11 boosts security with advanced protections designed to help prevent against:

• Ransomware – the digital equivalent of getting locked out of your house and held for ransom.
• Phishing attacks – because clicking on that “urgent” email from your “bank” never ends well.

Windows 11 builds security directly into its hardware, making it tougher for attackers to break through. If you want a system that stands up to modern threats, this is it.

The Bottom Line

You could hold on to Windows 10, pay increasing fees for temporary security, and hope for the best. But the price will only go up, and Windows 10 isn’t getting any younger.

Or… you could rip off the Band-Aid, upgrade, and get ahead now.

Either way, time’s running out. When you’re ready to stop procrastinating, give us a call. We’ll make the transition smooth—no, really.