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Is Your Computer Ready for Windows 11 or Will Chrome Leave You Behind?
I need to tell you something important about your computer. Google Chrome is now checking if your Windows 10 PC can run Windows 11. This matters more than you might think.
What Chrome Is Really Doing
Chrome now runs a quick test every time it starts on your Windows 10 computer. It's not trying to scare you. It's gathering information. Google wants to know how many people will be stuck on Windows 10 when Microsoft stops supporting it.
The browser checks these things on your computer:
- Your CPU type and model
- How much RAM you have (needs 4 GB minimum)
- Available storage space (needs 64 GB free)
- If Secure Boot is turned on
- Whether you have TPM 2.0 chip
Chrome saves a simple yes or no answer. That's it. No personal information goes anywhere.
Why This Matters to You
Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. That's coming fast. After that date, you won't get security updates unless you pay extra or upgrade to Windows 11.
Here's the problem. Many computers can't run Windows 11. They're too old. The hardware doesn't meet Microsoft's strict requirements. Google knows this. They're preparing for what comes next.
Your Options When Windows 10 Support Ends
Microsoft gives you three choices to extend Windows 10 support for one more year:
- Link a Microsoft account - This is free but requires online connection
- Join Microsoft Rewards - Also free but you'll see more ads and promotions
- Pay $30 per year - Keep using a local account without Microsoft's online services
These options only work until October 13, 2026. After that, you're on your own.
What Chrome Might Do
Google hasn't said they'll stop supporting Chrome on Windows 10. But they're clearly thinking about it. The data they're collecting will help them decide.
If most Chrome users can upgrade to Windows 11, Google might stop supporting Windows 10 sooner. If many users are stuck on old computers, they might keep supporting it longer.
The Real Impact on Your Daily Life
Right now, nothing changes. Chrome works the same way it always has. You won't see warnings or errors. The checking happens in the background.
But this tells us something important. Big companies are preparing for Windows 10's end. Chrome is just the first to start collecting data.
What You Should Do Now
Check if your computer can run Windows 11. Microsoft has a free tool called PC Health Check. Download it from their website. Run it. See what it says.
If your computer can't run Windows 11, you have time to plan. Start saving for a new computer. Or decide if you're comfortable paying Microsoft $30 per year for extended support.
Don't wait until the last minute. Computer prices go up when demand is high. Everyone will be shopping for new computers in late 2025.
The Bigger Picture
This isn't just about Chrome. Other software companies are watching too. They'll make similar decisions about supporting Windows 10.
Your computer might work fine for years. But software support is different. When companies stop updating their programs for Windows 10, you'll face security risks.
My Advice
Start planning now. Check your computer's Windows 11 compatibility today. If it can upgrade, great. If not, start budgeting for a replacement.
Don't panic. You have time. But don't ignore this either. The clock is ticking, and Google Chrome's new checking feature proves that big companies are already preparing for Windows 10's end.
The choice is yours. Upgrade your computer, pay for extended support, or risk using outdated software. Just make sure you choose before it's too late.