Consumer reports ask Microsoft to continue to support Windows 10

Consumer reports He is Call microsoft To extend the deadline on October 14, which will cut free safety updates for Windows 10. A message to the CEO of Microsoft Satia Nadella, Consumer reports He says this step “will show millions of consumers” who have Windows 11 machines.

As noted Consumer reportsThe data indicates that about 46.2 percent of people around the world are still using Windows 10 as of August 2025, while about 200 to 400 million pcs cannot be upgraded to the Windows 11 operating system due Lost devices requirements.

In the letter, Consumer reports Microsoft calls “a hypocrite” to urge customers to upgrade to Windows 11 to support cyber security, but then left Windows 10 vulnerable to electronic attacks. As he calls $ 30 microsoft fee Customers receive “just one -year extension to maintain the security of the device,” as well as Free support options This forces people to use Microsoft products, allowing the company to “get a little market share on competitors”.

Consumer reports It asks that Microsoft continues to provide support to Windows 10 for free until more people are upgraded to Windows 11. He also made a petition For an extended deadline, Saying “Up to 400 million good computers will be offered completely, it is not possible to upgrade to Windows 11.”