===== Windows 7 End of Support - January 14, 2020 =====
 
==== Overview====
On January 14, 2020, [[https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/windows/end-of-windows-7-support|Microsoft is ending support for the Windows 7 and operating system]]. Once support ends, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or support for computers using Windows 7.  As a result, any system not upgraded to Windows 10 will be an increased security risk.

If you have a Windows 7 computer, please fill out this [[https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=0FRi_5BGikakrYKKzju2aOI9mgJsiBRNi29q5Rki7iNUQ09ONUpKU0owUDBUNVEwSkNYNkdNRTQ1VS4u|form]] so that our IT Department can work with you address it.  Note: you will need to login to the O365 portal if not already logged in.

==== What do I do if I have a Windows 7 machine? ====
  * Users who are due for a replacement system and have been contacted by the IT Help Desk will have their existing system replaced with a new Windows 10 system.
  * If your system is not due for replacement, we will need to schedule an upgrade to Windows 10.  Please fill out the form in link above to notify us.
  * If you have a system with special circumstances that must remain on Windows 7, we're happy to consult with you to determine the best solution for your needs.  Please fill out the form above.

==== What happens if I don't upgrade by January 14, 2020? ====
=== Increased Security Risk ===
  * Your computer will be at an increased risk of infection by malicious software.
  * Other Windows 7 computers on the network will also be at risk if another computer is infected.

=== Network Connectivity Not Guaranteed ===
If the IT Department is made aware of a major vulnerability in Windows 7, we may block all unpatched Windows 7 machines from the network as a precautionary measure.


==== How do I know if I have a Windows 7 computer? ====
Please reference the following Microsoft information:  [[https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/13443/windows-which-version-am-i-running|Which version of Windows operating system am I running?]]

If you have any questions and/or concerns about this necessary upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10, please contact the IT Help Desk.