Windows 10 support ends on Oct. 14. Here's how to keep access to Windows 10 security updates without spending a dime.

You can choose to upgrade to Windows 11 for free if your computer is compatible. You can buy a new PC that already has Windows 11 pre-installed (or opt for an alternative, like a Mac or a Chromebook).

The Extended Security Updates program was supposed to cost $30 for consumers who want to remain on Windows 10 beyond Oct. 14. But Microsoft is offering two cheaper ways to access it. When he's not ...