60-Second Summary

Microsoft ends support for Windows 10 tomorrow, halting security and technical updates for an estimated 21 million UK users and roughly 43% of Windows devices worldwide. Compatible PCs can upgrade to Windows 11 for free; others may buy a year of Extended Security Updates—free with settings sync or £24.99/1,000 Rewards points for consumers, $61 per device for businesses—available until 13 October 2026. Consumer group Which? urged users to act now amid heightened hacking risks. The Restart Project warned up to 400 million PCs could lose support, potentially creating more than 700 million kg of e-waste.

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This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 1 original report from Daily Mail.