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Can I safely continue to use Windows 7?
While you can continue to use Windows 7 after the end of support, the safest option is to upgrade to Windows 10. If you are unable (or not willing) to do so, there are ways to continue using Windows 7 safely with no more updates. However, “safely” still isn’t as safe as a supported operating system.
What happens if I continue to use Windows 7?
Nothing will happen to Windows 7. But one of the problems that will happen is, without regular updates, Windows 7 will become vulnerable to security risks, viruses, hacking, and malware without any support. You may continue to get “end of support” notifications on your Windows 7 home screen after January 14.
Is it safe to browse the Internet on Windows 7?
While you could continue to use your PC running Windows 7, without continued software and security updates, it will be at greater risk for viruses and malware. To see what else Microsoft has to say about Windows 7, visit its end of life support page.
What should I replace Windows 7 with?
Windows 10 is the best option for most ordinary Windows 7 users. Although it has some additional stuff, Windows 10 still has most of the features of Windows 7, and you can make it look much the same. It will run most, if not all, of your existing software, and you will have to do the least amount of relearning.
How Long Can Windows 7 be used?
Solutions to use Windows 7 Forever. Microsoft recently announced an extension of the January 2020 “end of life” date. With this development, Win7 EOL (end of life) will now fully take effect in January 2023, which is three years from the initial date and four years from now.
How do I protect my Windows 7 from viruses?
Set Up Windows 7 and Protect against Viruses and Spyware
- Show filename extensions.
- Create a password reset disc.
- Protect your PC from scumware and spyware.
- Clear out any messages in the Action Center.
- Turn off Automatic Updates.
- Get the rest of what you paid for — Windows Live Essentials.
Is it safe to still use Windows 7?
Staying safe with Windows 7 To be honest, there’s nothing really new or special you need to do to use Windows 7 beyond its support window (which ends, as of this writing, January 14, 2020). You just need to pay more attention to the things you should be doing already. Keep your security software up to date.
Is Windows 7 still supported in 2020?
Despite Microsoft ending its extended support on January 14, 2020, Windows 7 remains quite popular with a sizable chunk of desktop and laptop users. Can you continue to use Windows 7 in the future?
How long can I use Windows 7 on my computer?
Bottom line is you can use windows 7 for another 20 years without any problem and if you want to you can also install Windows 7 on Generation 9 and 10 Intel Computers and there are guides on youtube and online to show you how to do so. Forget Windows 10, Linux is the future, Windows is over.
Do I really need Windows 7 on my Network?
Even if you need Windows 7 for some reason, you don’t have to use it for everything. If you need Windows 7 to interface with a specific hardware device or run a software program that doesn’t run on Windows 10, we recommend keeping that Windows 7 computer off your network, if possible.