Indian PCs face security threats as Windows 10 support ends next month

With Microsoft ending support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, millions of PCs in India will have to either upgrade to Windows 11 or pay more than $60 per device annually for Extended Security Updates (ESU). This transition is significant for consumers, SMBs, and enterprises alike since obsolete devices will be prone to safety risks if updates are not installed.

The timing aligns with a natural refresh cycle, according to the analysts. Enterprises generally replace notebooks every three to four years. “The Covid-era surge in PC purchases is now…