Official support for Windows 10 ends on 14 October 2025, meaning Microsoft will no longer offer fixes, new features or security updates after that date. Unless you take action, you'll be vulnerable to hackers.

If you have a Windows 10 PC, you’ve likely already have seen notifications informing you about the end of support. For PCs eligible for Windows 11, this includes the option to upgrade for free. 

Not all PCs with Windows 10 will have the necessary specs to upgrade, though. And if you have a PC running Windows 7 or 8.1 (or one bought with these and later upgraded to Windows 10), you almost certainly won't.

Below, our tech experts run through next steps. Plus, we've included advice on what specs to look for if you're shopping for a new laptop or desktop PC.

Why you need security support

Windows updates make sure your PC stays secure through security updates and the latest fixes, so it continues to run properly and stay protected.

After support ends in October, Windows 10 will still function – but it won’t get security updates or fixes. Hackers and criminals often target unsupported software to exploit weaknesses and steal data. You might also find over time that some features or software no longer work on your PC.

Anyone using Windows 10 on their PC will be affected. Around 28% of Which? members* have told us they're still using Windows 10.

We recommend upgrading when you can. This will keep your data safe and your PC running smoothly.

Read the full article at: Which

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The affected devices are as follows

iPhone 6s or later

iPad Pro all models

iPad Air 2 or later

iPad 5th gen or later

iPad Mini 4 or later

Macs running Mac OS Monteray  

To update the OS on your iOS devices go to settings/general & software update

On a Mac go to settings and software update.

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Apple releases critical iOS 14.5.1, macOS 11.3.1 security updates

Apple fixes an active exploit in Safari.

By Roman Loyola

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Apple

• Table of Contents
• Major security fixes
• App Tracking Transparency fix in iOS and iPadOS
• How to install the updates

Apple on Monday released updates for iOS 14.5, iPadOS 14.5, watchOS 7.4, and macOS 11.3, which contain critical security patches that should be installed immediately. We’ve seen these types of fixes in other recent updates and can’t stress how important it is to update.

Update 5/4: Apple also released iOS 12.5.3 to address the Webkit exploits.

Apple’s security update document states that it fixes a flaw where “Processing maliciously crafted web content may lead to arbitrary code execution. Those are particularly scary words, especially when paired with this sentence: “Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited.” Two phrases you never want to hear in a security update for a device you own are “arbitrary code execution” and “may have been actively exploited,” so it’s important that users update as soon as possible.

Major security fixes

Apple’s outline the issue at hand in technical terms. The CVE-2021-30665 applies to , , and , while CVE-2021-30663 doesn’t apply to the Apple Watch.

WebKit

Impact: Processing maliciously crafted web content may lead to arbitrary code execution. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited.

Description: A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved state management.

CVE-2021-30665: yangkang (@dnpushme)&zerokeeper&bianliang of 360 ATA

WebKit

Impact: Processing maliciously crafted web content may lead to arbitrary code execution. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited.

Description: An integer overflow was addressed with improved input validation.

CVE-2021-30663: an anonymous researcher

For devices unable to update to iOS 14, including the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus, Apple has released iOS 12.5.3 to path CVE-2021-30666, CVE-2021-30665, CVE-2021-30663, and CVE-2021-30661. You can get more information about the update .

App Tracking Transparency fix in iOS and iPadOS

The following are the release notes for iOS and iPadOS 14.5.1

This update fixes an issue with App Tracking Transparency where some users who previously disabled Allow Apps to Request to Track in Settings may not receive prompts from apps after re-enabling it. This update also provides important security updates and is recommended for all users.

How to install the updates

Before updating, it’s a good idea to back up your data, just in case the update causes problems. To install the update, you need an internet connection. Also, your device will need to restart in order to finish the installation. Here are the steps.

iPhone and iPad

1. Open the Settings app
2. Tap on General and then Software Updates.
3. You can tap Learn more to read the release. To perform the installation, tap Download and Install.

Mac

1. Click on the Apple menu.
2. Select About this Mac.
3. In the window that appears, go to the Overview tab if it’s not already open.
4. Click on the Software Update button. This will open the Software Update system preference.
5. You can click the More info link if you want to learn more about the update.
6. When you are ready to install, click on the Update Now button. The installation takes several minutes, depending on the speed of the internet connection.

Apple Watch

1. On your iPhone, launch the Watch app.
2. Tap General.
3. Tap Software Update. The app will look for the update online.
4. When the app finds the update, you’ll see a screen with the release notes. Under the notes, tap Download and Install.

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• The Internet was invented over 40 years ago, in a beer garden! Who says the best ideas don’t come over a drink!
• Right now, 3.6 billion people are using the Internet – that’s over half the world’s population connected to the world wide web just like you are.
• It may seem like only yesterday we were all dialled in for our Internet connection, but wireless internet was actually founded in September 1990! Wi-Fi is only a few years away from its 30th birthday!
• With a whopping 71% of mobile communications flowing over wireless Internet, Wi-Fi is now the biggest transmitter of communications worldwide.
• Previous names for wireless Internet were WaveLAN, FlankSpeed, DragonFly, WECA and IEEE 802.11b Direct Sequence, before the more consumer-friendly Wi-Fi name was adopted.
• Interbrand invented the term “Wi-Fi” as a play on words of the term “Hi-Fi” or “High Fidelity”. However, Wi-Fi doesn’t actually stand for anything. What added to the confusion was the Wi-Fi Alliance’s use of a nonsense advertising slogan, “The Standard for Wireless Fidelity,” which lead many people to think that Wi-Fi was an abbreviation of “Wireless Fidelity”.
• With the global average Internet speed sitting at 5.6Mbps, South Korea is storming ahead as the fastest country globally, with an average Internet speed of 26.7Mbps!
• Wireless Internet signals generally emit from your router in a doughnut shape. Tasty.
• Ethernet – the most commonly used wired Internet – was invented almost half a century ago in the early 1970s, by Bob Metcalfe.
• In the early days of computer networking, coaxial cables were used, the same type of cabling that is commonly used for cable or satellite TV today.
• You may have only heard it recently, but the term Internet of Things (IoT) has actually been around for almost 20 years! It was first coined in 1999 by Kevin Ashton, a British visionary and engineer.
• In 2016 approximately 7 billion people were living on the planet, and over 23 billion devices connected to the Internet – that’s an average of 3 devices per person.
• By 2020 it is estimated there will be over 50 billion Internet-connected devices worldwide being used by 7.8 billion people – over double the number of average devices per person!
• In 2016 over 15 billion Internet-connected devices were shipped across the globe! That’s a lot of techs!
• Some of the strangest devices connected to the Internet now include Walking Sticks, Umbrellas, Shirts, Water Bottles, Tails (for festival-goers) and Cutlery. We’ve left the particularly odd items off this list!
• 90% of consumers are being driven towards the connected smart home trend by better security for their homes and families.
• There are currently around 150 million smart homes worldwide – it won’t be long before Internet-connected homes are the norm.
• The average person now spends almost 10 hours a day online – we spend more time on the Internet that we do sleeping!
• 5 billion Google searches are performed on the Internet each day! What are all these people searching for?!
• China leads the most Internet usage – over 650 million users, making up a 5th of the total number of people online.
• Google is ranked as the most popular website worldwide, with Youtube coming in second and Facebook third.

It’s amazing how little we know about something we use for more than 10 hours a day! –  We’re just scraping the surface when it comes to incredible facts about the Internet, but now you can go and dazzle your friends with your new-found knowledge. Next time you are sat with a beer we expect you to show off that the Internet was invented in a beer garden. Next time you Google, you can think about your search joining the 3.5 billion other searches being performed that day. The Internet is a vast place – watch this space for more Internet facts from Fing in the future.

Learn more about our Home Network Security Device for protecting your Internet and WiFi.

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What to pay attention to

It is commonly known that wired networks are much stronger than wireless ones. Indeed, the ethernet cables create a direct link between the tool and the router, which provides a big difference in terms of internet performance.

Moreover, the number of devices connected definitely affects internet performance. If you pay close attention, you will notice a decrease in your internet speed during your house internet rush hour. For instance, a slower internet speed is expected if multiple people work remotely from home at the same time, or perhaps when streaming several films and tv shows at the same moment.

It is important to mention that older devices might also be the reason for your poor internet speed. This is because older computers and smartphones with outdated processors can slow down your connection. Our advice is to keep updating your hardware every few years and only sign on your older devices when you are actively using it.

In this regard, the most important tool which affects your network performance is the router. It is fundamental to make sure your router is not outdated, and it is most fitted for the type of connection you are looking for. For example, if you want to push a lot of data to many devices using an old router, you could switch to a mesh router instead; the latter creates a system of multiple WiFi access points to gain more internet coverage.

Test your internet speed

Whenever your internet seems slow, try running a speed test on your Speed-Test. You can download both tools for free. These tools also share some advice on what you can achieve with your internet connection, streaming, calls, social media usage and work, as shown below.

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 Virtual celebrations

First and foremost, keep in mind that there are many options online to brighten someone’s birthday or congratulate them for their accomplishments without having to meet them. For instance, you could send them delivered presents, which come right to the destination. Most times, they are also nicely wrapped and don’t include any invoice.

However, if you wish to celebrate birthdays or the holidays with your friends and family, many apps and website exist for you to have a virtual family gathering. You could try Skype, Zoom or Microsoft Teams, but there are many more to choose from.

You could also try something new, such as gifting your friend a birthday video from their favourite celebrity. The website and app called Cameo allow you to request personalised messages from celebrities, movie stars, singers and athletes. Such requests usually take a maximum of 7 days to complete and could go from a few bucks up to 200 euros.

Another fun option to actually enjoy some time with your friends is Netflix party. The latter allows you to watch your favourite movies with other people to share your opinions and discuss them together.

In case you are unsure of what you would like to do, you can always browse through the Cya Live options. This website has many online activities you can enjoy, going from lessons to follow to documentaries and movies to watch. Cya Live has a calendar which displays coming up events.

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