ESU for Microsoft win 7 2.0.12.1

ESU or Extended Security Updates is an additional security support offering by Microsoft for Windows 7, aimed at enterprises and businesses that need to continue using the operating system despite the end of support.

Windows 7 reached its end-of-life on January 14, 2020, which means it no longer receives security updates from Microsoft. ESU is necessary for organizations that still depend on Windows 7 to maintain security and compliance, while they plan and implement a migration strategy.

If your organization is currently using Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008/R2 and needs to maintain a secure environment, then you will need ESU to receive important security updates for those systems.

ESU for Windows 7 will be available until January 2023, at which point no further updates or patches will be provided by Microsoft. It's important that organizations using Windows 7 plan to migrate to a supported operating system before this date.

The cost of ESU for Windows 7 varies depending on the number of devices and the length of time needed. Organizations should contact a Microsoft partner or their account representative for a quote.

Yes, every device running Windows 7 that requires security updates will need its own ESU license. Microsoft offers volume discounts for larger orders.

Yes, you can still use Windows 7 after end-of-life, but it will no longer receive security updates from Microsoft. This means it will be more vulnerable to security threats and will eventually become unsupported by most software vendors.

If you don't purchase ESU for your Windows 7 devices, they will no longer receive important security updates from Microsoft, leaving them vulnerable to cyber attacks and other security threats. This could cause serious financial and reputational damage to your organization.

Organizations can purchase ESU for Windows 7 through a Microsoft partner or their account representative. They will need to provide information about the number of devices and the length of time they need coverage.

Yes, ESU is available for several other Microsoft products that have reached end-of-life, including Windows Server 2008/R2, SQL Server 2008/R2, and Windows Embedded POSReady 2009.