As he reported channel 24, after the last update, the Windows 8.1 operating system will no longer be supported or updated by the company. The company officially advises OS owners to update to the current version of Windows or replace the PC if it does not support modern versions of the OS.

What will happen next with Windows 8.1?

Of course, no one can prevent Windows 8.1 owners from using the old operating system, but the discovered vulnerabilities will no longer be removed by the developer and other important components of this operating system will stop receiving updates.

In the case of Windows 7, the picture is more positive: thanks to the team of enthusiasts from the company 0Patch, this platform will continue to receive unofficial updates, but they will be paid. It is reported that Windows 7 will be supported for at least another two years – we are talking about critical updates. Also, the Edge browser for Windows 7 will be updated until at least January 2025.

Users will be able to get Windows 7 updates

For those who do not want to upgrade to at least Windows 10 or cannot upgrade for any reason, 25 support per device per year will be provided. It is known that Microsoft has requested the same amount for the first year of ESU and double for the second and third years.

This type of support will not save Windows 7 users from compatibility issues due to certain programs not working or installing correctly on the old operating system. Google has already announced the end of support for Chrome in Windows 7, and it is not yet known how other programs will work with the old operating system, and this also applies to Windows 8.1.

Many apps are likely to stop working and this can cause major problems in some cases. For example, if Valve decides to end Steam support for Windows 7, it could spell trouble for some players.

Either way, for now, Windows 7 users are better off for at least the next two years, as no one will be providing extended support for 8.1 either for free or commercially.