As Microsoft prepares to end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, both individual users and organizations are confronting a critical choice: migrate to Windows 11 or continue running an unsupported operating system. Once the deadline passes, devices will no longer receive free security updates, leaving them increasingly exposed to cyberattacks—a serious concern given Windows 10’s vast global presence, with over 400 million active installations.

For IT managers and cybersecurity professionals, this transition goes beyond a routine upgrade; it represents a strategic decision affecting operational stability, regulatory compliance, and budget planning.

The move to Windows 11 also brings stricter hardware requirements, including TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, which render many older PCs in

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