Story, published 10 October 2026
Microsoft: Windows devices that miss updates will lose access to Windows Update when certificates expire in 2027
For youFor the familyFor your shop Part of: End-of-support deadlines
Windows PCs that are not kept up to date will stop receiving security updates in 2027; installing the latest updates now avoids being locked out.
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