Support for Windows 10 is going to stop you must upgrade to windows 11
Windows 10 was introduced in July 2015, and Microsoft has pledged to support the operating system for 10 years. This support period ends on Oct. 14, 2025. From then on, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates, bug fixes or technical support for this version
What happens when Windows 10 is no longer supported?
If you continue to use an unsupported version of Windows, your PC continues to function, but becomes more susceptible to security risks and viruses. Although your PC continues to boot and work, you will no longer receive software updates from Microsoft, including important security updates . As long as you don’t go online with the audio PC, you can continue to work, but be aware of the risk. Many existing customers can upgrade to 11 without any problems, unfortunately, if you do not want to run the risks you may also need to upgrade the computer
Upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11
Check this way to see if your Windows 10 PC can upgrade:
- Go to Microsoft’s website.
- Scroll down until you see the dark blue bar that says “Check Compatibility.
- Click Download the PC Health Check app.
- Open the Downloads folder in Explorer and double-click the WindowsPCHealthCheckSetup file.
- If necessary, click Ok.
- Check the box I agree to the terms in the agreement.
- Click Install.
- Click Finish.
- Click Search Now.
You will immediately see whether the computer is compatible with Windows 11. If Windows 11 can be installed, follow these steps:
- Click the Start button.
- Go to Settings.
- Choose Windows Update.
- Click Update and Security.
- Select Look for updates.
- If the update to Windows 11 appears in the list, install it.
Installation can take up to two hours. So don’t be alarmed if it takes a little longer!
Windows 11 requires tpm 2.0
more info on this can be found here
According to Microsoft, tpm 2.0 is a requirement and they are eliminating the possibility of bypassing tpm in the latest Windows 11. More info here
We know that there are/were several ways to bypass TPM, keep in mind if you choose this you may still run into problems with an update of windows 11.
If you are ready for a new studio computer you may always contact us for options, we may be able to transfer things from your old system and simplify the migration. Check out some Basic audio PCs here
