On 14.10.2025, Microsoft ended official support for the Windows 10 operating system. This means that
- Microsoft will no longer provide automatic security updates for Windows 10.
- New critical security vulnerabilities will no longer be patched.
- Technical support will no longer be available.
Centrally managed PCs
From 01.12.2025, Windows 10 can no longer be used on centrally managed PCs to protect the IT infrastructure of the University of Vienna. It will then no longer be possible to log in to these devices (desktop and notebook PCs). Windows 10 can no longer be reinstalled from the end of support on 14.10.2025.
- Users with Windows 10 should contact their IT representative to plan the switch to Windows 11.
- Before doing so, save your locally stored data to an external medium, such as the Z: drive, Share, u:cloud or a USB flash drive.
Locally managed devices
Users of locally managed devices must take action themselves:
- If you have a valid Windows 10 license, the upgrade to Windows 11 is free of charge in most cases, provided that the hardware is compatible.
- Check compatibility with the free app PC Health Check.
- Older hardware may not meet the requirements of Windows 11.
Continued use of devices running Windows 10 without security updates is at the sole responsibility of the respective organisational units and users.
More information see article End of support for Windows 10: what is changing – and what applies at the University of Vienna.
If you have any questions or require support with the transition to Windows 11, please contact your IT representative.