[Lex Computer & Tech Group/LCTG] Upgrade to Windows 11

Thu Jun 26 07:42:50 PDT 2025

Here's my take for the day.

I moved a customer of mine from Windows 10 to Ubuntu linux yesterday. Will be doing a couple more.

Microsoft has acknowledged that bitdefender updates will continue and not expire this fall so your antivirus program that you use bitdefender will continue to receive updates after October that's number one!

It's unlikely that the browser Edge will get any updates if there are flaws so my recommendation would be to plan on ceasing the use of Microsoft edge browser.

Beyond that you can safely use Windows 10. 

Update the software that you use when it needs to be.

Microsoft winget program tell you what programs on your computer have updates available.

Keep your browser up to date with all the latest patches and fixes and have either Microsoft or a third-party antivirus program. I use a free antivirus program on my Windows 10 computer now.

And don't forget to: "be happy"

On June 26, 2025 8:52:54 AM EDT, Robert Primak via LCTG <lctg at lists.toku.us> wrote:
> It's a little more complicated than this, because if you've been using the Microsoft Rewards Program, you may already have earned enough Points to get the ESU enrollment for free. 
>Attached is a PDF of a download from my email. This is from AskWoody Newsletter, but is shared with the permission of the author.  
>(Some images didn't download, but the text is readable and contains the relevant information.) 
>-- Bob Primak
>
>    On Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 01:10:41 AM EDT, S Ou via LCTG <lctg at lists.toku.us> wrote:  
> 
> Yesterday the Microsoft blog had an article that suggested you can get a year of updates by backing up your settings to OneDrive ( part of o365). Saw it on windows central ..   this just kicks the can down the road for a year.  
>No need to pay first year if you back up settings to o365 drive! ???
>https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-10/windows-10-esu-support-free-updates-cloud-backup
>
>https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2025/06/24/stay-secure-with-windows-11-copilot-pcs-and-windows-365-before-support-ends-for-windows-10/
>
>Today, we’re introducing additional free enrollment options and the simple steps to get started.
>Extended Security Updates for Windows 10:
>• For individuals: An enrollment wizard will be available through notifications and in Settings, making it easy to enroll in ESU directly from your personal Windows 10 PC. Through the enrollment wizard, you’ll be able to choose from three options:
>• Use Windows Backup to sync your settings to the cloud—at no additional cost..
>• Redeem 1,000 Microsoft Rewards points—at no additional cost..
>• Pay $30 USD (local pricing may vary).
>Once you select an option and follow the on-screen steps, your PC will automatically be enrolled. ESU coverage for personal devices runs from Oct. 15, 2025, through Oct. 13, 2026
>
>
>
>On Thu, Jun 19, 2025 at 10:18 PM ggamota--- via LCTG <lctg at lists.toku.us> wrote:
>
>GuysI came across this video of how to upgrade to Windows 11 even though your computer processor does not meet Microsoft's criteria.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_p3dBrr_Sg
>|  | Install Windows 11 on ANY Windows 10 PC with NO data loss!Think you're limited to Microsoft's "approval" on installing Windows 11? Think again - you can ABSOLUTELY do it with NO data loss! 💻 FREE computer recommendations: https://forms.gle/6hsvxDGpUFifH4WF8 FlyBy11 download link: https://github.com/builtbybel/Flyby11 Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro from $14 and enhance your PC experience on Keysfan 52% ...www.youtube.com |
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>Any thoughts? Has anybody tried it?GeorgePS I haven't tried it but thinking about it on an older computer===============================================
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