# 'It's obvious that users are frustrated': consumer rights group accuses Microsoft of not providing a 'viable solution' for Windows 10 users who can't upgrade to Windows 11

> Microsoft recently threw a lifeline to consumers, offering alternatives to paying $30 for extended support for Windows 10 PIRG thinks this doesn't go far enough in terms of avoiding an impending e-waste calamity The…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows/its-obvious-that-users-are-frustrated-consumer-rights-group-accuses-microsoft-of-not-providing-a-viable-solution-for-windows-10-users-who-cant-upgrade-to-windows-11?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=686429c636d31811b634ade0)
- **Published:** 2025-07-01
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #microsoft #windows #group #users #consumer #pirg #providing #rights
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