Every Windows product has a life cycle. The life cycle begins when a product is released and ends when it's no longer supported. Knowing key dates in this life cycle helps you make informed decisions about when to update, upgrade or make other changes to your software.
Windows 8.1 Mainstream support will end January 9, 2018
Windows 8.1 Extended support will end January 10, 2023
Windows 8.1 Extended support will end January 10, 2023
Microsoft Support Reference to determine: Which Windows operating system am I running?
Solution
Manhattan College ITS loads Windows 10 on all ITS supported compatible devices.
Next Steps
If you happen to have a computer with Windows 8.1 please upgrade your computer to Windows 10 before January 9, 2018. You can contact ITS for assistance.
- Email: its@manhattan.edu
- Call: 718-862-7973
Further details: Microsoft Support Windows LifeCycle Fact Sheet.
Windows 8.1 End of Life Schedule KBA.
Windows 8.1 End of Life Schedule KBA.