Microsoft faces lawsuit over Windows 10’s end of support

Here is a 200-word summary of the news article: A California man has filed a lawsuit against Microsoft over the planned end of support for Windows 10. The plaintiff, Lawrence Klein, owns two Windows 10 laptops and argues that the operating system should continue to be supported until less than 10% of Windows users are still on Windows 10. Currently, Windows 10 still accounts for around 43% of Windows PCs, while Windows 11 has only recently overtaken it. Klein criticizes that the end of support will render millions of devices unusable and jeopardize data security, as users will no longer receive security updates. The lawsuit does not demand compensation, but rather an extension of free Windows 10 support until the operating system's market share drops significantly. Microsoft has already announced options for extended support, including a year of free updates for users who take certain actions. While the lawsuit's success is uncertain, the article suggests it is unlikely to prevail in court. The article highlights the tensions around Microsoft's decision to end Windows 10 support, as consumer advocates argue it creates unnecessary e-waste and security risks. However, Microsoft appears to be offering alternatives to help users transition to newer versions of Windows.