Are you using Windows 7 on one or more of your systems? Did you know that Microsoft will no longer be providing updates for Windows 7 as of January 2020? What can you do to upgrade your company from Windows 7 to Windows 10?
Beginning January 14, 2020 Microsoft will no longer be updating or supplying security patches for Windows 7. As Microsoft will be discontinuing security patches and bug fixes for Windows 7 systems January of 2020, it is important to upgrade computers that are still using this operating system to avoid security risks.
Because computer viruses and malware are constantly evolving, security updates play an important part in protecting your business and data. When new vulnerabilities are identified, these will no longer be patched or updated by Microsoft. That means businesses that continue to use Windows 7 may do so at a risk, leaving them vulnerable to cyber-attacks including viruses, remote exploits, hackers, crypto-locker, and ransomware attacks.
As well, for businesses that require compliance such as HIPAA, PCI, or NIST, continuing to use an operating system that has reached end of life may result in a violation of compliance.
Does your company need to upgrade from Windows 7? If you are concerned that continuing to run Windows 7 may impact your business security, give us a call. OAC Technology is here to help you answer that question for your business.
Do you hesitate to upgrade to Windows 10, because you don’t like the new features or layouts? We can help adjust it in a way that works best for your company and allows your business to get the most out of Windows 10.
How can you upgrade your business from Windows 7 to Windows 10? Get help from the experts at OAC Technology! As your IT Support and Managed Services Provider, we are ready to help your business navigate the upgrade to Windows 10. Chat with us today for more information on the costs and process to upgrade your existing devices or move to new hardware.
