Security updates, mostly. If you’re running an old Windows install on a computer connected to the internet, it’s only a matter if time until it gets comprom byised.
When installing on unsupported hardware, Microsoft will push a small disclaimer that effectively cancels your warranty in case of compatibility-related mishaps. Likewise, you won’t be entitled to receiving updates - including security updates - so we’re back to square one.
What is the point in upgrading if you wont get security upgrades either way. Just more spyware and ads in the newer version.
Security updates, mostly. If you’re running an old Windows install on a computer connected to the internet, it’s only a matter if time until it gets comprom byised.
But yeah, I’m also on Linux, so no worries here.
The article calls that out explicitly:
What is the point in upgrading if you wont get security upgrades either way. Just more spyware and ads in the newer version.