Support for Windows 10 is set to end in October 2025, but that doesn’t have to be the final curtain. With the extended security updates, you’ll continue to receive support for up to 10 systems for one year at no cost. It’s worth signing up if you plan to keep using Windows 10.
However, experts, including former Microsoft employee David Plummer , recommends you to take a further step. When support ends, Microsoft will likely remove the associated ISO file from its website.
What is a Windows 10 ISO and why do I need it?
An ISO file contains all the data, files, folders and structures of a program, and is often used for archiving. It’s essentially the digital equivalent of what you’d get if you bought a software CD, for example, Windows 10.
You can use the ISO file to completely reinsta