While Windows 10's end-of-support, which coincidentally will also revoke support for Microsoft 365 apps on older systems, will push users to Windows 11, it will do so begrudgingly. In its present state, at least regarding its image, Windows 11 will be an operating system most people tolerate but never fully embrace.

Microsoft urges users to upgrade to Windows 11 as key apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint will stop receiving updates later this year.

Microsoft rebrands its productivity suite to Microsoft 365 Copilot, emphasizing AI integration, with a new logo and subscription price increase.

“Microsoft 365 Apps will no longer be supported after October 14, 2025, on Windows 10 devices,” the company confirmed. “To use Microsoft 365 Applications on your device, you will need to upgrade to Windows 11.”

Case in point: A new support page says that Microsoft Office 365 will lose support on Windows 10 in October, the same time the OS is shelved. “Microsoft 365 apps will no longer be supported on Windows 10 after it reaches end of support on October 14, 2025,” says the page.

Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10 in October 2025, leaving millions of users with tough decisions. Transitioning to Windows 11 could require a new laptop, as older devices may not meet the system requirements.

Windows 10 is likely to receive an optional update soon that will slightly change the interface. This is the first new feature introduced to Windows 10 in a long time, and it's a surprising move by the developers,

If you're missing some of those features in Windows that Microsoft dropped, you might be able to find a replacement.