Hassan Khan
Windows 10 nears end of support as users struggle to update
With just weeks left before Windows 10 officially reaches end of life on October 14, 2025, Microsoft’s last minute plan to keep millions of PCs protected is stirring confusion. The company has promised a free one year security extension for all users, but the rollout has been anything but smooth.
Reports from Windows Central and Windows Latest reveal that many users are unable to find the “Enroll” button required to activate the Extended Security Update (ESU). Microsoft insists the feature is being released in stages, assuring customers that everyone will see it by the deadline. Until then, there’s no way to force it users simply have to wait.
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Adding to the frustration, Microsoft has doubled down on Windows 11 upgrade reminders, leaving many feeling pressured to switch even if their devices don’t support the newer system. Despite these prompts, Windows 10 still commands a massive share of the market, with Windows 11 struggling to open a clear lead.
A critical update is scheduled for September 9, 2025, which should ensure that the ESU option appears for all remaining users. That leaves a narrow window of just one month for people to decide: Sign up for the temporary extension or finally make the jump to Windows 11.
For millions of Windows 10 loyalists, neither choice feels ideal but the clock is ticking.
Summary
For many, it feels like the end of an era. Windows 10 has been reliable, familiar, and hard to let go of. The confusing rollout of this free update hasn’t helped, but here’s the bottom line: if you don’t see the button yet, it should arrive soon.
This extra year of security updates is just a breather. Eventually, the move to Windows 11 or another alternative will be unavoidable. Take the time to back up your files, weigh your options, and make the switch when it feels right. You’re not the only one frustrated, and you still have some time on your side.
