# Scared your printer will stop working with Windows 11? Don't be — here's what you need to know about Microsoft's support plans

> Microsoft is changing the way some older printers are supported in Windows 11 This doesn't mean those devices will no longer work in the OS, though A poorly worded statement in a roadmap gave this impression, but…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows/scared-your-printer-will-stop-working-with-windows-11-dont-be-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-microsofts-support-plans?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=698a292f1f963080c5b6b244)
- **Published:** 2026-02-09
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #microsoft #windows #printers #support #older #stop #update #working
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