Gary Helm
Information Technology Specialist
204 Hickory Oak Hollow
Cumming, GA 30040
Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Evenings & Saturday by Appointment
Phone 470-253-0547
Email Gary at GaryHelm.Net
Information Technology Specialist
204 Hickory Oak Hollow
Cumming, GA 30040
Mon-Fri 9am-6pm
Evenings & Saturday by Appointment
Phone 470-253-0547
Email Gary at GaryHelm.Net
Near Me: Cumming Georgia, Forsyth County GA, Dawsonville GA, Gainesville GA, Dahlonega GA, Lake Lanier, Free Home GA, Ball Ground GA, Johns Creek GA, Milton GA

MS Windows 10 End of Life
Microsoft has announce they will no longer support Windows 10 after October 14, 2025.
What does that mean for you?
Microsoft will not provide updates or assistance for computers running Microsoft Windows 10 after October 14, 2025.
Will your computer stop working?
No. It means, if your computer is running Windows 10 after October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide updates or assistance for computers.
No. It means, if your computer is running Windows 10 after October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide updates or assistance for computers.
Is it dangerous or safe to use a computer that is no longer receiving security updates?
Yes and no; using a computer that is not updated is not safe. You can continue using the computer, but it will become less secure to use on the Internet. Some software and service providers will eventually stop providing updates because Windows 10 will be unsecure. Some software and service providers will stop letting you use their products or services, especially on the Internet because your computer is unsecure.
Yes and no; using a computer that is not updated is not safe. You can continue using the computer, but it will become less secure to use on the Internet. Some software and service providers will eventually stop providing updates because Windows 10 will be unsecure. Some software and service providers will stop letting you use their products or services, especially on the Internet because your computer is unsecure.
What can you do with your old Windows 10 computer?
If you computer meets the requirements to upgrade it to Windows 11, you can upgrade it to Windows 11.
If the computer cannot be upgraded to Windows 11, you need to purchase a new computer.
What else can do with your old computer:
If you computer meets the requirements to upgrade it to Windows 11, you can upgrade it to Windows 11.
If the computer cannot be upgraded to Windows 11, you need to purchase a new computer.
What else can do with your old computer:
- Have an alternative Operating System installed on it, such as Chrome OS Flex or a Linux.
- Or Recycle your old computer Responsibly.
Will I continue providing support for Windows 10 computers?
Yes, but there are limits. The older a computer gets, the less likely parts or software are available to do repairs with.
Yes, but there are limits. The older a computer gets, the less likely parts or software are available to do repairs with.
Can I install an alternative Operating System for you?
Yes, I can discuss with you various options and install an alternative Operating System for you.
Yes, I can discuss with you various options and install an alternative Operating System for you.
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