# Using Windows 10 past 14 October? You’re leaving the door open to attackers

> As of 14 October, Windows 10 will become the source of major security concerns. From this date onwards, Microsoft will cease all technical support, feature updates, and – most critically – security updates for its older…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/using-windows-10-past-14-october-youre-leaving-the-door-open-to-attackers?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68ee433f4e7b36f3561998e7)
- **Published:** 2025-10-14
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #microsoft #october #windows #attackers #door #leaving #open #past
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