Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 7 will end on January 14, 2020 and support for Office 10 will end on October 13, 2020.
This means that after January 14, 2020, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates for PCs running Windows 7. It is therefore recommended that you switch to a modern operating system, such as Windows 10, in good time. This is the only way to continue receiving important, up-to-date security updates that protect you and your data. It has also been announced that Microsoft customer service will no longer be available to provide technical support for Windows 7.
What does this change for you?
Important information about the End of Support we have compiled for you here:
When exactly does the support end?
- End of support for Windows 7: January 14, 2020
- End of support for Office 2010: October 13, 2020
Why should you take action now?
Outdated software can pose a risk for customers: More than 50 % of all small and medium-sized companies have already suffered a data loss. In light of the GDPR, this can have serious consequences. You should therefore switch to up-to-date systems at an early stage
5 strong arguments in favor of Office 365 and Windows 10:
- #1 - Up-to-date software makes a decisive contribution to Security and Microsoft products are leading the way here: security measures in Windows 10 and Office 365 protect against threats such as malware, viruses, phishing and other attacks.
- #2 - Compared to old devices, modern desktops bring up to 80 % better performance.
- #3 – Work becomes more productive and easierWith Office 365, files can be saved, synchronized and edited online, regardless of the device. This means they are available everywhere in real time and always up to date.
- #4 – Cooperation on a new levelTeams makes documents accessible to all members of a workspace, enables multiple users to edit documents and promotes direct exchange through the call and chat function.
- #5 – Cheaper than expected99 % of all Windows 7 applications are compatible with Windows 10. Peripheral devices and applications are also generally already compatible. This minimizes the costs for an upgrade.
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