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| From | "Carlos E.R." <robin_listas@es.invalid> |
|---|---|
| Newsgroups | alt.comp.os.windows-10, alt.comp.os.windows-11 |
| Subject | Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. |
| Date | 2025-10-16 12:39 +0200 |
| Message-ID | <5ju6slxise.ln2@Telcontar.valinor> (permalink) |
Cross-posted to 2 groups.
Just register with a Microsoft account, and use it at least once every
60 days.
<https://www.diariodesevilla.es/tecnologia/como-mantener-windows-10-seguro-ue_0_2005010291.html>
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*The European exception*
Fortunately, users in the European Economic Area (EEA) have an important
exception: they will continue to receive free security updates until
October 2026.
This extension is due to the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and pressure
from consumer associations such as Euroconsumers and the Organization of
Consumers and Users (OCU), which called on Microsoft to take measures to
prevent millions of computers still in use from being left unprotected.
*What does this extension mean for users?*
For another year, Windows 10 computers will continue to receive
automatic security patches through Windows Update, without the need to
sign up for the Extended Security Updates (ESU) paid program.
This protects against critical vulnerabilities and threats, but does not
add new features or technical support.
*What do I have to do to benefit from this extension?*
European users who want to access this protection extension do not need
to do anything special: if the computer is registered with a Microsoft
account, the updates will be installed automatically.
It is recommended to check your internet connection and keep automatic
updates enabled from the computer menu: Settings > Update & Security >
Windows Update.
Microsoft may require users to sign in to their account at least once
every 60 days to maintain the validity of this free support.
*How long does this protection last?*
Free Windows 10 security coverage extends until October 13, 2026.
After that date, Microsoft will permanently stop offering free patches
even in Europe, except through paid programs or new versions of the
operating system.
*In summary: what you need to know*
Duration of protection extension: until October 2026.
Cost: free in the European Union.
Requirement: use a Microsoft account and keep automatic updates
enabled.
Limit: only covers security updates, not technical support or new
features.
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Cheers, Carlos.
ES🇪🇸, EU🇪🇺;
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Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. "Carlos E.R." <robin_listas@es.invalid> - 2025-10-16 12:39 +0200
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. VanguardLH <V@nguard.LH> - 2025-10-16 09:58 -0500
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. "s|b" <me@privacy.invalid> - 2025-10-16 17:55 +0200
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. Stan Brown <someone@example.com> - 2025-10-16 12:04 -0700
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. "s|b" <me@privacy.invalid> - 2025-10-18 20:45 +0200
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. Stan Brown <someone@example.com> - 2025-10-19 09:55 -0700
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] "s|b" <me@privacy.invalid> - 2025-10-19 22:34 +0200
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] "J. P. Gilliver" <G6JPG@255soft.uk> - 2025-10-19 22:37 +0100
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] "s|b" <me@privacy.invalid> - 2025-10-20 14:15 +0200
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] Frank Slootweg <this@ddress.is.invalid> - 2025-10-20 13:52 +0000
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] "s|b" <me@privacy.invalid> - 2025-10-20 16:14 +0200
OT: quoting (was: Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT]) "J. P. Gilliver" <G6JPG@255soft.uk> - 2025-10-20 15:22 +0100
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] "Carlos E.R." <robin_listas@es.invalid> - 2025-10-21 01:16 +0200
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] Daniel70 <daniel47@nomail.afraid.org> - 2025-10-21 21:53 +1100
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] "Carlos E.R." <robin_listas@es.invalid> - 2025-10-21 21:56 +0200
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] "J. P. Gilliver" <G6JPG@255soft.uk> - 2025-10-21 14:37 +0100
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] "Carlos E.R." <robin_listas@es.invalid> - 2025-10-21 21:59 +0200
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] Stan Brown <someone@example.com> - 2025-10-19 20:57 -0700
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] "J. P. Gilliver" <G6JPG@255soft.uk> - 2025-10-20 09:59 +0100
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] Stan Brown <someone@example.com> - 2025-10-20 07:32 -0700
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] "s|b" <me@privacy.invalid> - 2025-10-20 14:13 +0200
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] Frank Slootweg <this@ddress.is.invalid> - 2025-10-20 14:03 +0000
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. [OT] Paul <nospam@needed.invalid> - 2025-10-20 18:04 -0400
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. Paul <nospam@needed.invalid> - 2025-10-16 14:08 -0400
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. Jesper <Vitsky.kasperski@gmail.com> - 2025-10-16 20:24 +0200
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. "s|b" <me@privacy.invalid> - 2025-10-16 20:35 +0200
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. Marion <marionf@fact.com> - 2025-10-17 02:15 +0000
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. "...winston" <winstonmvp@gmail.com> - 2025-10-16 14:08 -0400
Re: Site claims there is a simple way to keep W10 updated for EU users. Marion <marionf@fact.com> - 2025-10-17 00:59 +0000
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