End of Support Coming for Windows 7

By Perry Cohen

Associate Editor

Embedded Computing Design

January 09, 2020

News

According to Microsoft, support for Windows 7 will end on Jan. 14. The end of support will be in effect for Windows Home, Pro, Enterprise, and other Windows applications.

According to Microsoft, support for Windows 7 will end on Jan. 14. The end of support will be in effect for Windows Home, Pro, Enterprise, and other Windows applications. End of support does not imply that Windows 7 will be cleared from a computer. Although, you run the risk of malware attacks and viruses if unsupported programs continue to be used.

After the announced date, Microsoft will not provide any updates, support, or security for Windows 7. It is expected that attacks and viruses to Windows 7 will increase due to the lack of customer support and protection.

If you are still running Windows 7, it is recommended you update to the latest version, Windows 10. You can also integrate into other operating systems. If you are an advocate of Windows programs, you can choose between Windows 10 Pro, Home, Enterprise, Education, or Mobile.

For more information, visit https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/windows/end-of-windows-7-support

Perry Cohen, associate editor for Embedded Computing Design, is responsible for web content editing and creation, podcast production, and social media efforts. Perry has been published on both local and national news platforms including KTAR.com (Phoenix), ArizonaSports.com (Phoenix), AZFamily.com, Cronkite News, and MLB/MiLB among others. Perry received a BA in Journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Arizona State university.

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