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Microsoft plans to stop providing free updates and support for Windows 10 starting in 2025, with intentions to charge for security updates. The company aims to transition efforts to Windows 11 and potentially Windows 12, encouraging users to upgrade. Windows 11 currently offers free updates for eligible PCs, while Windows 10 users may continue without updates, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation. Windows 12 is rumored to have a 2024 release and may not offer free updates, prompting consideration of alternatives or waiting for a decision.
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How might the end of free updates for Windows 10 impact the adoption of Windows 11 and Windows 12?
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