Preparing for Windows 10 End of Support

The End of Support date for Microsoft Windows 10 Enterprise, Education, Home and Pro editions is approaching. As the October 14, 2025, deadline for many versions draws closer, determining the best course of action for Windows 10 endpoints that are not on a Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) is becoming more critical. Fortunately, Tanium’s Guardian Spotlight – Windows 10 End of Support Dashboard provides a comprehensive, flexible, and streamlined solution to navigate this transition with confidence.

Understanding the Challenge

To avoid exposing systems to potential threats, organizations must decide between upgrading to Windows 11 or opting for Microsoft’s Extended Security Update (ESU) program, which offers continued support. However, endpoints may need increased hardware requirements to upgrade to Windows 11.

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Tanium’s Solution

Tanium’s Guardian Spotlight – Windows 10 End of Support Dashboard is designed to address these challenges by offering a robust set of features:

1. Identifying Windows 10 endpoints

The dashboard brings visibility to Windows 10 endpoints approaching End of Support, allowing organizations to assess their current inventory. This transparency is helpful for understanding which computers require an upgrade, replacement, or an ESU.

2. Assessing upgrade capabilities

One core functionality of the dashboard is to identify endpoints’ hardware capability of upgrading to Windows 11. By providing detailed insights into hardware specifications, organizations can make informed decisions on whether their systems are compatible with Windows 11. This feature helps in planning and budgeting for necessary upgrades or replacements.

3. Simplifying ESU activation

For computers that cannot be upgraded or replaced, the dashboard facilitates the streamlined installation and activation of Windows 10 ESU licenses. The ability to apply multiple activation keys (MAK) licenses for ESU to Windows 10 endpoints from the dashboard streamlines the process, making it efficient and error-free.

4. Supporting seamless upgrades

Tanium Guardian’s dashboard provides guided support for upgrading Windows 10 endpoints to Windows 11 using Tanium Deploy. Simplifying the upgrade process greatly reduces the burden on IT teams and minimizes downtime, supporting a smooth transition.

5. Continuous management and compliance

Beyond the upgrade, Tanium supports continuous vulnerability and compliance management for both Windows 10 and Windows 11 endpoints. Autonomous Endpoint Management (AEM) capabilities—such as the Tanium Confidence Score, ring-based phased deployments, Auto Deployment, workflow automation, along with policy management of new Windows 11 security features, and performance monitoring—ensure systems remain secure and efficient.

Conclusion

As the October 14, 2025, End of Support date for Windows 10 approaches, organizations must act decisively to secure their endpoints. Tanium’s Guardian Spotlight: Windows 10 End of Support Dashboard offers a flexible and streamlined solution to navigate this transition. By bringing visibility to endpoints, assessing upgrade capabilities, simplifying ESU activation, supporting seamless upgrades, and continuous management, Tanium empowers organizations to make informed decisions and execute their chosen path with confidence.

Resources and Support

Tanium offers a wealth of resources in addition to the Guardian Spotlight – Windows 10 End of Support Dashboard. From ESU dashboards and hardware compatibility assessments to Tech Talks to detailed upgrading documentation – you have the tools you need to make informed decisions and to take action. Explore these additional resources to ensure that you are well-equipped to execute your Windows 10 EOL transition plan:

• Clickpath to dashboard:
  • Tanium Home → Reporting → Dashboards → Guardian Spotlight – Windows 10 End of Support Dashboard
• Windows 10 end of life guide: Timelines and how to prepare
• Enabling and delivering Microsoft Extended Security Updates with Tanium
• Windows 11 hardware compatibility dashboard (dashboard is built-in content)
• Upgrading Windows documentation
• Tuning Tanium on Windows upgrades (part 1 of 2)
• Tuning Tanium on Windows upgrades (part 2 of 2)
• Bare Metal Imaging walkthrough with Tanium Provision – Tanium Tech Talks #82
• Tanium Patch – Zero touch automation runbook
• Deployment Automation for Tanium Deploy – Tanium Tech Talks #120
• Windows 10 End of Support – Upgrade and ESU Options – Tanium Tech Talks #130