Windows 10 users need more than new antivirus for security

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Switching antivirus software on Windows 10 will not fully protect users after its support ends, as the operating system itself will lack crucial security patches. Microsoft will continue providing antivirus updates for Windows 10, but this only addresses half the security picture. The core issue is the absence of operating system security updates, leaving machines vulnerable to exploitation. Upgrading to Windows 11 is presented as the most straightforward solution for comprehensive protection, with Linux offered as an alternative for those wishing to leave the Windows ecosystem entirely.


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