Deprecated Microsoft: Windows 10 21H1 reaches end of service in December

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Microsoft has reminded customers that all editions of Windows 10, version 21H1 will reach the end of service (EOS) in three months, on December 13, 2022.

The company said in a support document published on Wednesday that Windows 10 21H1 (also known as the May 2021 Update) that systems running these Windows editions will no longer receive security updates.

Customers still using it are advised to upgrade to the latest release as soon as possible to avoid exposure to attacks exploiting unpatched security vulnerabilities.

"These editions will no longer receive security updates after December 13, 2022," Microsoft explained.

"Customers who contact Microsoft Support after this date will be directed to update their device to the latest version of Windows 10 or Windows 11 to remain supported."

The complete list of Windows 10 21H1 editions that will no longer be supported includes:
  • Windows 10 Enterprise, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Enterprise multi-session, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Education, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Home, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Pro, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Pro Education, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Pro for Workstations, version 21H1
 

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Microsoft: Windows 10 21H1 reaches end of service next month
Microsoft has reminded customers today that all editions of Windows 10 21H1 (also known as the May 2021 Update) are reaching the end of service (EOS) next month.

Today's reminder comes after two other warnings issued since September that this Windows version will reach its retirement date on December 13, 2022.

Windows customers should upgrade to the latest release as soon as possible to avoid exposing their devices to attacks exploiting unpatched security vulnerabilities since Windows 10 21H1 will no longer receive security updates.

"To help keep you protected and productive, Windows Update will automatically initiate a feature update for Windows 10 consumer devices and non-managed business devices that are at, or within several months of reaching end of servicing," Microsoft said.

"This keeps your device supported and receiving monthly updates that are critical to security and ecosystem health. For these devices, you will be able to choose a convenient time for your device to restart and complete the update."
 

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Multiple editions of Windows 10 21H1 have reached their end of service (EOS) on this month's Patch Tuesday, as Microsoft reminded customers yesterday.

Tuesday's announcement comes after three other warnings since September that this Windows version (also known as the May 2021 Update) will reach its retirement date on December 13, 2022.

Since Windows 10 21H1 will no longer receive security updates, customers are advised to upgrade to the latest release as soon as possible to avoid exposing their systems to attacks exploiting unpatched security vulnerabilities.

"To help keep you protected and productive, Windows Update will automatically initiate a feature update for Windows 10 consumer devices and non-managed business devices that are at, or within several months of reaching end of servicing," Microsoft said.

"This keeps your device supported and receiving monthly updates that are critical to security and ecosystem health. For these devices, you will be able to choose a convenient time for your device to restart and complete the update."

The complete list of Windows 10 21H1 editions that have reached EOS this Tuesday includes:
  • Windows 10 Enterprise, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Enterprise multi-session, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Education, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Home, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Pro, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Pro Education, version 21H1
  • Windows 10 Pro for Workstations, version 21H1

Windows 10 22H2 in broad deployment​

Microsoft announced the availability of Windows 10 22H2 (aka the Windows 10 2022 Update) on October 18. The feature update entered the final roll-out phase one month later, and it's now in broad deployment since November 18.

The feature update can be installed on eligible devices via Windows Update by going to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and clicking the "Check for updates" button. After the update is ready for your device, you will see the option to "Download and install" it on your system.

You can also install the latest Windows 10 release using the Windows 10 Media Creation tool, which will allow you to upgrade or create an ISO for a clean install of Windows 10 21H2.

Windows 10 22H2 is being offered to customers with devices running Windows 10 20H2 or later if they're not affected by compatibility holds and haven't been configured to defer feature updates.

Some eligible Windows devices may also be offered to upgrade to the latest version, Windows 11 (aka the Windows 11 2022 Update), which has been in broad deployment since January 2022.

Since October 4, Windows 11 22H2 has also been available to all seekers on eligible devices after entering a new deployment phase.

You can check if your Windows 10 device is eligible for a Windows 11 upgrade using the PC Health Check app or checking Windows 11 specs, features, and computer requirements.

Microsoft also provides this guided walk-through and a support document to help work around errors encountered upgrading to the latest Windows version.
 

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