Microsoft has announced the end of life for Windows 10, set for October 14, 2025. This means that after this date, there will be no more updates or support for Windows 10, which can leave your systems vulnerable to security risks.
Windows 11 is not compatible with older machines
Windows 11 has more stringent hardware requirements than Windows 10. It requires a compatible 64-bit processor with at least 1 GHz clock speed, 4 GB of RAM, and 64 GB of storage. Additionally, it mandates a DirectX 12 compatible graphics card, TPM version 2.0, and Secure Boot capability.
Windows 11 includes advanced security features that older hardware may not support, such as Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) and Hypervisor-Protected Code Integrity (HVCI).
The new OS is designed to optimize performance on modern hardware, leveraging technologies like NVMe SSDs and faster GPUs.
Upgrade Requirements
- Laptops and desktops purchased before 2017 will likely not be compatible with Windows 11.
- We recommend starting to plan your upgrades now to avoid any disruption to your business operations.
- If you want to get a head start on replacing your older machines, contact us. We will be reaching out to each client over the next few months to help identify and replace machines that need upgrading.
Need help planning your Windows 11 migration? Contact WolfTech today.
