{"id":121362,"date":"2025-08-17T10:00:42","date_gmt":"2025-08-17T14:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/?p=121362"},"modified":"2025-08-14T04:50:35","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T08:50:35","slug":"windows-10-deadline-looms-local-tech-expert-urges-action-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/2025\/08\/17\/windows-10-deadline-looms-local-tech-expert-urges-action-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Windows 10 deadline looms \u2014 local tech expert urges action now"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Anyone currently using Windows 10 for personal or professional use needs to be aware of the October 14, 2025, deadline.<\/p>\n

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News release from 9GB Tech:<\/p>\n

Windows 10 Deadline Looms \u2014 Local Tech Expert Urges Action Now<\/strong>
\nEnd of Support Affects Millions Across the Country<\/em><\/p>\n

Columbia City, Indiana (August 12, 2025) \u2013 Anyone currently using Windows 10 for personal or professional use needs to be aware of the October 14, 2025, deadline. That\u2019s when Microsoft\u00a9 will officially end support for Windows 10. This means no more security updates, bug fixes, or technical support. Computers running the system will become increasingly vulnerable to viruses, malware, and cyberattacks. Estimates are that roughly two-thirds of PCs in the US still operate on Windows 10.<\/p>\n

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What does this mean? You can still use Office apps on Windows 10 (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) \u2014 nothing will suddenly break. But no new features will be added. This includes new tools, templates, speed improvements, and AI-powered upgrades. Microsoft will continue to provide security patches, but even those may stop after Windows 10’s official end-of-life in October 2025. Over time, your experience may feel outdated compared to newer versions running on Windows 11.<\/p>\n

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Ryan Gable, owner of 9GB Tech. Courtesy photo.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The good news is that local help is available. Ryan Gable, owner, 9GB Tech, encourages action now and not to wait until it\u2019s too late. \u201cMany people believe they can deal with this later. But we will be seeing a rush of last-minute upgrades and replacements,\u201d he says. Gable is a trusted local tech expert who has been featured on local news outlets for his insights on cybersecurity and major tech issues affecting users in northeast Indiana. \u201cThe sooner you get your device assessed, the better chance you have to save your data. You will need to explore your options, including whether to upgrade your machine, transition to Windows 11, or a new setup that fits your budget. Schedule it now, even if it\u2019s not us. You don\u2019t want this to become a security or functionality issue, stopping youryour device in its tracks.\u201d<\/p>\n

9GB Tech is locally owned and operated, and serves Whitley County and surrounding counties. It provides trusted computer repair, support, and setup for desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones, printers, scanners, and more. It offers expert services at a fraction of the cost of larger providers. The shop works to make technology more accessible, less intimidating, and genuinely helpful \u2013 especially for those who feel left behind by the pace of change. Being local, customers know who is working on their device \u2013 the owner. 9GB Tech was also a finalist in the Fort Wayne Newspaper\u2019s People\u2019s Choice Awards.<\/p>\n

Specifically for the Windows 10 issue, 9GB Tech offers:<\/p>\n