And the best way to experience Windows 10 is on a new PC. “Going forward, the best way for you to stay secure is on Windows 10. “While you could continue to use your PC running Windows 7, without continued software and security updates, it will be at greater risk for viruses and malware. It says: “As of 14 January 2020, your computer running Windows 7 will still function but Microsoft will no longer provide the following: Technical support for any issues, software updates, security updates or fixes.

Microsoft also has an official webpage that provides advice on support for those thinking of moving from Windows 7 to Windows 10. “Microsoft strongly recommends that you move to a new PC running Windows 10 to avoid a situation where you need service or support that is no longer available.”

“If you continue to use Windows 7 after support has ended, your PC will still work, but it will become more vulnerable to security risks and viruses because you will no longer receive software updates, including security updates, from Microsoft.

The Windows makers said: “After 10 years, support for Windows 7 ended on January 14, 2020. In a support page, online Microsoft outlined the risks that Windows 7 users take by not jumping ship their latest and greatest OS.

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