Time is nearly up for Windows 10—but is your Windows 10 PC screwed?

Reading the news about Windows 10's imminent demise on your Windows 10 PC? You're not alone: 32% of Steam gamers surveyed in September 2025 have yet to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11. (Image credit: Microsoft)The easiest way to buy yourself some time is to pay Microsoft to keep delivering important security updates to your PC. Microsoft will sell you precious security updates through the Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) for $30 per PC. It just includes security updates that keep your PC safe from malware.