So Long, Windows 10
Take inventory of your computer hardware
While most machines can run Windows 11, and the upgrade is free, there are always a few exceptions. Taking inventory now and creating an upgrade plan will ensure the weeks leading up to October 14, 2025, are stress-free.
Get educated!
As with any significant operating system upgrade, it is also wise to plan some end user education and training.
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We want our users to be productive and not frustrated by software changes. Windows 11 does move a few things around, so a bit of training now can save a lot of support calls later. It also can help users feel empowered by IT and not restricted by changes they cannot control.
Hopefully, your IT team is already leading you down this path. If not, find out why or look for an outside resource to help ensure a smooth transition to Windows 11.
It is also worth noting that Microsoft might change this date to give some more time, but the end is nevertheless near for Windows 10.
Here’s to getting everything migrated to Windows 11 before Windows 12 comes out!
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