The End of Support Calendar shows Microsoft Operating Systems end of support dates, whether they are the end of mainstream support that updates features and cosmetic changes, or extended support, which ends security fixes and all Microsoft technical support other than old web pages.
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Tue12Jan2016
Windows 8.0 End of Extended Support
All Windows 8 systems should be upgraded to Windows 8.1, and nearly all such computers have the system requirements to run Windows 10.
End of extended support refers to the date when Microsoft no longer provides automatic fixes, updates, or online technical assistance. Without Microsoft support, you will no longer receive security updates that can help protect your PC from harmful viruses, spyware, and other malicious software that can steal your personal information.