Is It Dangerous to Use Windows 7 Now?
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My short answer to your question is no, Windows 7 is no longer safe to use. And yes, that includes machines with high-quality antivirus programs installed on them. Whether your Windows 7 laptop is safe to use really depends on what you use it for.

Is it safe to run Windows 7 now?

If you use a Microsoft laptop or desktop running Windows 7, your security is unfortunately obsolete. … (If you’re a Windows 8.1 user, you don’t have to worry yet — extended support for that OS won’t end until January 2023.)

Is using Windows 7 in 2021 Safe?

This is extremely dangerous. Not only is Microsoft not releasing any more software updates for Windows 7, it’s also not patching any security issues or providing any tech support. For the vast majority of people, this simply isn’t a risk worth taking.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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