When support expires, that specific release of Windows 10 is considered to be “end of service”, but the newer releases remain unaltered. Each feature update is treated as a distinct operating system in its own right, with each one supported for a set period of time. Although it’s still Windows 10, these “feature updates” are comparable to the new product releases of old. In order to keep moving forwards, Microsoft releases major Windows 10 updates on a biannual basis. We’ve had Windows 10 for five years and there’s no sign of anything new coming to replace it (for desktop devices at least). With Windows 10, the company’s switched to a new approach where the operating system is continually evolved. Microsoft used to release a new Windows version every 3-4 years, giving us names like Windows Vista, 7 and 8. Windows 10 is developed differently to previous versions of Windows.
It simply means it’s time for you to upgrade to a newer release of the operating system, in order to ensure your device stays secure. The message stems from the way in which Windows 10 is updated. If you’ve seen this on your device, you don’t need to worry. Windows warnings about “nearing the end of service” can be confusing.
