08-07-2015, 05:18 PM
rjmacs wrote:
[quote=silvarios]
[quote=rjmacs]
True, but most other OS' don't stop offering free security updates to the last major version released. Apple is still offering free security updates for Mountain Lion.
Wait, that can't be right. Windows 7 is still receiving updates now, right? Anyone have a link with that info?
Yeah, but this thread isn't about Windows 7.
Sure, but this wasn't about just Windows 7, but every OS Microsoft has released for over a decade at this point in time.
Support is listed as October 13, 2020/October 14, 2025 (Mainstream/Extended)
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/lifecycle
"Updates are cumulative, with each update built upon all of the updates that preceded it. A device needs to install the latest update to remain supported. Updates may include new features, fixes (security and/or non-security), or a combination of both. Not all features in an update will work on all devices. A device may not be able to receive updates if the device hardware is incompatible, lacking current drivers, or otherwise outside of the Original Equipment Manufacturer’s (“OEM”) support period. Update availability may vary, for example by country, region, network connectivity, mobile operator (e.g., for cellular-capable devices), or hardware capabilities (including, e.g., free disk space). "
There's some wiggle room in the fine print, but I think the idea is all is all Windows 10 devices receive mandatory updates and thus stay "in spec" for support.