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Windows 10 End of Support

Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14, 2025.  After this date, Microsoft will no longer provide security patches, bug fixes, time zone updates or security fixes for vulnerabilities. IT administrators are encouraged to develop a plan for managing this transition to Windows 11 on their area's devices.


General Information

All users are encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11 as soon as possible, if their device supports it. Users who continue using Windows 10 without upgrading are more vulnerable to security risks and compatibility issues. Upgrading to Windows 11 will provide access to the latest education features, improved security and a refreshed interface to enhance productivity. 

 

For personal devices that are not owned by the OSU/A&M system vist support.microsoft.com  to determine if your device is eligible and find instructions on upgrading. IT Administrators are responsible for upgrading devices within the OSU/A&M system.

 

IT Administrator Information

To ensure the security of the OSU/A&M system's digital space, IT administrators are encouraged to develop a plan for managing this transition to Windows 11 on their area's devices. The information provided below is intended to help in developing those plans.

 

Windows 11 Hardware Requirements

To upgrade to Windows 11 devices will have to meet certain hardware requirements:

    • Processor: 1 GHz or faster with at least 2 cores on a compatible 64-bit processor 
    • RAM: 4 GB or more 
    • Storage: 64 GB or larger storage device 
    • Firmware: UEFI, Secure Boot capable
    • TPM: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0 
    • Graphics card: DirectX 12 comptaible graphics/ WDDM 2.x
    • Display: >9" with HD Resolution (720p)

More information about these requirements can be found on the Microsoft's Windows 11 System Requirements Support page.

 

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