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If you are still using Windows 8.1, it is time to start thinking about upgrading. Microsoft ended support for Windows 8.1 on January 10, 2023, which means they will no longer be providing security updates, bug fixes or technical support. 

While it may be tempting to continue using Windows 8.1, doing so can leave your computer vulnerable to security risks and software incompatibility issues. In this article, we will explore what to do when software is sunset and how to upgrade to a newer operating system.

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Microsoft Teams is a lot of things. It is a video conferencing tool, a team messaging channel and a tool for in-app co-authoring. During the pandemic, the popularity of Teams skyrocketed.

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One constant about technology is that it changes rapidly. Technology tools that were once staples, like Internet Explorer and Adobe Flash, age out. New technology tools replace those that are obsolete. Discontinued technology can leave computers and networks vulnerable to attacks.

While older technology may still run fine on your systems, that doesn’t mean that it is okay to use. One of the biggest dangers of using outdated technology is that it can lead to a data breach.

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