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| Microsoft extends support for older Windows systems due to Corona |
Microsoft has announced that it will support older versions of Windows for another six months to support companies that have been closed because of the effects of the Corona Virus (COVID-19).
"Microsoft is determined to build relationships with global customers affected by the current public health situation," the US software giant said in a statement. Contribute to printing. ""
Microsoft originally planned to end support for Windows 10 with version 1709, especially for Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise releases today. However, the extension will be extended until October 13. Windows system support for Home, Pro, Work Education, Pro for Workstations, and IoT Core version 1809 will end on May 12, but will be extended until November 10.
In addition to previous systems, Microsoft announced plans to extend support for Windows Server 1809, Configuration Manager 1810, SharePoint Server 2010, SharePoint Foundation 2010, and Project Server 2010 for a period of six months. However, the company decided not to change the end date of its desktop software: Office 2010, Project 2010, Office 2016, and Office 2013 for Mac.
The supported add-ons are believed to help IT managers of companies affected by the virus spread, as add-ons cause continued patches and security updates to access older versions of Windows.