March 11, 2024 at 05:00PM
Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 21H2 in June 2024, including Enterprise, Education, and IoT editions. Users are encouraged to update to the latest Windows 10 version or transition to Windows 11 to avoid security vulnerabilities. The Windows 10 2022 Update is rolling out, with automatic installation for eligible devices nearing end-of-service status. Windows 11 23H2 has also begun force-installing on eligible devices.
Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaways are:
1. Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 21H2 in June 2024, particularly for the Enterprise, Education, and other specified editions.
2. Systems running Windows 10 21H2 will no longer receive monthly quality updates or security updates after the end-of-service date.
3. Customers are advised to update to the latest Windows 10 version release or to upgrade to Windows 11 to ensure support and protection against security vulnerabilities.
4. Windows 10 22H2 update has reached broad deployment and is now rolling out to all users through Windows Update.
5. Microsoft will enforce the installation of the Windows 10 2022 Update on consumer and non-managed business devices until they reach end-of-service status.
6. Force-installing of Windows 11 23H2 on eligible devices has commenced as those devices reach or are close to their end-of-servicing date.
These takeaways highlight the importance for customers to be aware of the end-of-service dates for the Windows 10 21H2 editions and to plan for a smooth transition to the latest Windows updates or Windows 11 to ensure continued support and security.