Microsoft has always described Windows 10 “as a service” and leaks have already revealed new monthly charges are coming. This means no more patches or security updates unless, as we now learn, you pay. “[T]oday we are announcing that we will offer paid Windows 7 Extended Security Updates (ESU) through January 2023. Obviously, Microsoft’s stance may change but, until it does, Windows 7 consumers will have to upgrade to Windows 10 or Windows 8 (support lasts until January 10th, 2023). Consequently, while Windows 7 users have long been able to laugh at the ongoing problems of Windows 10 users, it now appears it will be those users who upgraded for free who will get the last laugh…___Follow Gordon on Twitter, Facebook and Google+More On ForbesWindows 10 Leak Exposes Microsoft's New Monthly ChargeMicrosoft 'Ends' Windows 7 And Windows 8Three Reasons Microsoft Stopped Free Windows 10 UpgradesMicrosoft Warns Windows 7 Has A Serious ProblemMicrosoft Introduces New Windows 10 Enterprise Monthly Charge

Source: Forbes September 08, 2018 23:48 UTC