Dear Colleagues,

On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially end all support for Windows 10. After this date, Windows 10 machines will no longer receive security updates or patches, leaving them dangerously exposed to hackers and other cyber threats.

This change is not optional and it will impact many of us directly. While some computers can be upgraded to Windows 11, a large number of office machines will not meet the requirements. That means many devices will need to be replaced entirely to remain secure and compliant.

Continuing to operate on unsupported systems is a serious risk,  both to your own data and to your clients’ information. The title industry is a prime target for cyberattacks, and leaving Windows 10 machines in service after October 14 invites unnecessary vulnerability.

Please take time now to:

• Identify all computers in your office still running Windows 10.
• Confirm whether they can be upgraded to Windows 11.
• Make replacement plans immediately for any systems that cannot.

This is a significant change with a firm deadline. Acting today will help ensure your business operations remain secure and uninterrupted.

Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter.

Best regards,

Andrew Zankel, NTP - Technology Committee Chair

Dan Celikoyar – Technology Committee Vice-Chair