What would happen if one of your business’s most important tools suddenly became unsafe to use?

That’s not a hypothetical question. It’s exactly what’s about to happen with Windows 10.

⏰ On October 14, 2025, Microsoft ends support for Windows 10. That’s not far away—and with the time it takes to plan, budget, and roll out upgrades across your firm, the deadline is coming fast.

Here’s the reality: when support ends, it really ends.

• No more security updates.

• No more bug fixes.

• No help from Microsoft if something goes wrong.

Yes, your computers will still turn on. But you’ll be using them in the dark—an easy target for cybercriminals.

And yet, many business owners don’t realize what’s coming. A recent survey found:

• 18% had no idea support was ending.

• 14% knew but hadn’t started planning.

That’s a lot of businesses about to be caught flat-footed.

Why not just buy more time?

Microsoft will offer Extended Security Updates (ESUs)—but they’re expensive and only delay the inevitable. Each year, the cost goes up.

The smarter move? Upgrade to Windows 11 now.

Why Windows 11 matters for SMBs

This isn’t just “the next version” of Windows. Windows 11 is built with today’s businesses in mind:

• Stronger security against modern threats

• Smoother performance and faster boot times

• Better tools for hybrid teams

• Deeper integration with Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and Copilot

But here’s the catch: not every Windows 10 machine can run Windows 11. Some firms will need to upgrade hardware too. That’s why waiting until October is risky—you’ll be forced into last-minute, expensive decisions.

The bottom line

October 14, 2025, is a hard deadline. The longer you wait, the more costly and disruptive the transition becomes.

If you haven’t started preparing, now is the time. Ask your IT provider a simple question:
👉 “Are we ready for Windows 10 end of life?”

If the answer isn’t a confident “yes,” it’s time to make a plan.

At Big Water Tech, we help SMBs navigate these transitions smoothly—without the panic, downtime, or hidden costs.

💡 Need help making the move? Let’s talk.