Is there something like LTS in Windows?
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Ubuntu has a thing called LTS (Long Time Support). Is there anything same in MS Windows?
Because, they've just ended Windows 7 support this year. Is there any amount of life-time defined?
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Ubuntu has a thing called LTS (Long Time Support). Is there anything same in MS Windows?
Because, they've just ended Windows 7 support this year. Is there any amount of life-time defined?
windows ubuntu lifespan
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Ubuntu has a thing called LTS (Long Time Support). Is there anything same in MS Windows?
Because, they've just ended Windows 7 support this year. Is there any amount of life-time defined?
windows ubuntu lifespan
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Ubuntu has a thing called LTS (Long Time Support). Is there anything same in MS Windows?
Because, they've just ended Windows 7 support this year. Is there any amount of life-time defined?
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Is there any amount life-time defined?
Yes. They can't support a Windows version indefinitely after all. Previously each Windows release has mainstream support for several years, and then some more years of extended support. The supported time depends on the decision from the management instead of a fixed-cycle like on Linux. In some cases they've also had to increased the supported time span due to various reasons (in case of XP, it's because no one wants to use Vista). For the supporting timeline check the below links
- List of Microsoft Windows versions
- Windows lifecycle fact sheet
But since Windows 10 they've switched to a Windows-as-a-service model, which is like rolling release in Linux. So now they have to introduced a more stable branch for enterprises who want robustness named Long Term Servicing branch, which means the answer to the question
Is there anything same in MS Windows?
is yes. In 2018 the branch has been renamed to Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC)
Overview of Windows as a service
As part of the alignment with Windows 10 and Office 365 ProPlus, we are adopting common terminology to make it as easy as possible to understand the servicing process. Going forward, these are the new terms we will be using:
- Semi-Annual Channel - We will be referring to Current Branch (CB) as "Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)", while Current Branch for Business (CBB) will simply be referred to as "Semi-Annual Channel".
- Long-Term Servicing Channel - The Long-Term Servicing Branch (LTSB) will be referred to as Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC).
See also
- Windows 10 release branches
- Understanding the Long Term Servicing Branch and Current Branch in Windows 10
- FAQ: Windows 10 LTSB explained
- How to get Windows 10 Long Term Service Branch (LTSB)?
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Microsoft has a Support Lifecycle page, where you can look per-product.
https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/hub/4095338/microsoft-lifecycle-policy
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You have LTS in Linux because you have new versions every year (or twice a year) and some people/institutions require some stability. Changes in Window versions are about 3 years apart and are pretty close to the LTS concept. Win7 is from late 2009/early 2010; and Ubuntu 10.04 support ended in 2015, so it was supported for a longer time. The lifespan of recent RHEL releases is somewhat longer (but is it necessary? the hardware will fail before that).
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Is there any amount life-time defined?
Yes. They can't support a Windows version indefinitely after all. Previously each Windows release has mainstream support for several years, and then some more years of extended support. The supported time depends on the decision from the management instead of a fixed-cycle like on Linux. In some cases they've also had to increased the supported time span due to various reasons (in case of XP, it's because no one wants to use Vista). For the supporting timeline check the below links
- List of Microsoft Windows versions
- Windows lifecycle fact sheet
But since Windows 10 they've switched to a Windows-as-a-service model, which is like rolling release in Linux. So now they have to introduced a more stable branch for enterprises who want robustness named Long Term Servicing branch, which means the answer to the question
Is there anything same in MS Windows?
is yes. In 2018 the branch has been renamed to Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC)
Overview of Windows as a service
As part of the alignment with Windows 10 and Office 365 ProPlus, we are adopting common terminology to make it as easy as possible to understand the servicing process. Going forward, these are the new terms we will be using:
- Semi-Annual Channel - We will be referring to Current Branch (CB) as "Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)", while Current Branch for Business (CBB) will simply be referred to as "Semi-Annual Channel".
- Long-Term Servicing Channel - The Long-Term Servicing Branch (LTSB) will be referred to as Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC).
See also
- Windows 10 release branches
- Understanding the Long Term Servicing Branch and Current Branch in Windows 10
- FAQ: Windows 10 LTSB explained
- How to get Windows 10 Long Term Service Branch (LTSB)?
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Is there any amount life-time defined?
Yes. They can't support a Windows version indefinitely after all. Previously each Windows release has mainstream support for several years, and then some more years of extended support. The supported time depends on the decision from the management instead of a fixed-cycle like on Linux. In some cases they've also had to increased the supported time span due to various reasons (in case of XP, it's because no one wants to use Vista). For the supporting timeline check the below links
- List of Microsoft Windows versions
- Windows lifecycle fact sheet
But since Windows 10 they've switched to a Windows-as-a-service model, which is like rolling release in Linux. So now they have to introduced a more stable branch for enterprises who want robustness named Long Term Servicing branch, which means the answer to the question
Is there anything same in MS Windows?
is yes. In 2018 the branch has been renamed to Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC)
Overview of Windows as a service
As part of the alignment with Windows 10 and Office 365 ProPlus, we are adopting common terminology to make it as easy as possible to understand the servicing process. Going forward, these are the new terms we will be using:
- Semi-Annual Channel - We will be referring to Current Branch (CB) as "Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)", while Current Branch for Business (CBB) will simply be referred to as "Semi-Annual Channel".
- Long-Term Servicing Channel - The Long-Term Servicing Branch (LTSB) will be referred to as Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC).
See also
- Windows 10 release branches
- Understanding the Long Term Servicing Branch and Current Branch in Windows 10
- FAQ: Windows 10 LTSB explained
- How to get Windows 10 Long Term Service Branch (LTSB)?
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Is there any amount life-time defined?
Yes. They can't support a Windows version indefinitely after all. Previously each Windows release has mainstream support for several years, and then some more years of extended support. The supported time depends on the decision from the management instead of a fixed-cycle like on Linux. In some cases they've also had to increased the supported time span due to various reasons (in case of XP, it's because no one wants to use Vista). For the supporting timeline check the below links
- List of Microsoft Windows versions
- Windows lifecycle fact sheet
But since Windows 10 they've switched to a Windows-as-a-service model, which is like rolling release in Linux. So now they have to introduced a more stable branch for enterprises who want robustness named Long Term Servicing branch, which means the answer to the question
Is there anything same in MS Windows?
is yes. In 2018 the branch has been renamed to Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC)
Overview of Windows as a service
As part of the alignment with Windows 10 and Office 365 ProPlus, we are adopting common terminology to make it as easy as possible to understand the servicing process. Going forward, these are the new terms we will be using:
- Semi-Annual Channel - We will be referring to Current Branch (CB) as "Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)", while Current Branch for Business (CBB) will simply be referred to as "Semi-Annual Channel".
- Long-Term Servicing Channel - The Long-Term Servicing Branch (LTSB) will be referred to as Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC).
See also
- Windows 10 release branches
- Understanding the Long Term Servicing Branch and Current Branch in Windows 10
- FAQ: Windows 10 LTSB explained
- How to get Windows 10 Long Term Service Branch (LTSB)?
edited Mar 7 at 13:28
DavidPostill♦
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phuclvphuclv
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Is there any amount life-time defined?
Yes. They can't support a Windows version indefinitely after all. Previously each Windows release has mainstream support for several years, and then some more years of extended support. The supported time depends on the decision from the management instead of a fixed-cycle like on Linux. In some cases they've also had to increased the supported time span due to various reasons (in case of XP, it's because no one wants to use Vista). For the supporting timeline check the below links
- List of Microsoft Windows versions
- Windows lifecycle fact sheet
But since Windows 10 they've switched to a Windows-as-a-service model, which is like rolling release in Linux. So now they have to introduced a more stable branch for enterprises who want robustness named Long Term Servicing branch, which means the answer to the question
Is there anything same in MS Windows?
is yes. In 2018 the branch has been renamed to Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC)
Overview of Windows as a service
As part of the alignment with Windows 10 and Office 365 ProPlus, we are adopting common terminology to make it as easy as possible to understand the servicing process. Going forward, these are the new terms we will be using:
- Semi-Annual Channel - We will be referring to Current Branch (CB) as "Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)", while Current Branch for Business (CBB) will simply be referred to as "Semi-Annual Channel".
- Long-Term Servicing Channel - The Long-Term Servicing Branch (LTSB) will be referred to as Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC).
See also
- Windows 10 release branches
- Understanding the Long Term Servicing Branch and Current Branch in Windows 10
- FAQ: Windows 10 LTSB explained
- How to get Windows 10 Long Term Service Branch (LTSB)?
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Microsoft has a Support Lifecycle page, where you can look per-product.
https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/hub/4095338/microsoft-lifecycle-policy
answered Mar 7 at 10:34
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This answer misses the first question. But thanks for the next one :)
– TypeError
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Microsoft has a Support Lifecycle page, where you can look per-product.
https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/hub/4095338/microsoft-lifecycle-policy
answered Mar 7 at 10:34
spikey_richiespikey_richie
917411
This answer misses the first question. But thanks for the next one :)
– TypeError
Mar 7 at 10:36
add a comment |
Microsoft has a Support Lifecycle page, where you can look per-product.
https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/hub/4095338/microsoft-lifecycle-policy
answered Mar 7 at 10:34
spikey_richiespikey_richie
917411
Microsoft has a Support Lifecycle page, where you can look per-product.
https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/hub/4095338/microsoft-lifecycle-policy
answered Mar 7 at 10:34
spikey_richiespikey_richie
917411
answered Mar 7 at 10:34
spikey_richiespikey_richie
917411
answered Mar 7 at 10:34
spikey_richiespikey_richie
917411
answered Mar 7 at 10:34
spikey_richiespikey_richie
917411
917411
This answer misses the first question. But thanks for the next one :)
– TypeError
Mar 7 at 10:36
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This answer misses the first question. But thanks for the next one :)
– TypeError
Mar 7 at 10:36
This answer misses the first question. But thanks for the next one :)
– TypeError
Mar 7 at 10:36
This answer misses the first question. But thanks for the next one :)
– TypeError
Mar 7 at 10:36
add a comment |
You have LTS in Linux because you have new versions every year (or twice a year) and some people/institutions require some stability. Changes in Window versions are about 3 years apart and are pretty close to the LTS concept. Win7 is from late 2009/early 2010; and Ubuntu 10.04 support ended in 2015, so it was supported for a longer time. The lifespan of recent RHEL releases is somewhat longer (but is it necessary? the hardware will fail before that).
answered Mar 7 at 10:58
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You have LTS in Linux because you have new versions every year (or twice a year) and some people/institutions require some stability. Changes in Window versions are about 3 years apart and are pretty close to the LTS concept. Win7 is from late 2009/early 2010; and Ubuntu 10.04 support ended in 2015, so it was supported for a longer time. The lifespan of recent RHEL releases is somewhat longer (but is it necessary? the hardware will fail before that).
answered Mar 7 at 10:58
xenoidxenoid
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You have LTS in Linux because you have new versions every year (or twice a year) and some people/institutions require some stability. Changes in Window versions are about 3 years apart and are pretty close to the LTS concept. Win7 is from late 2009/early 2010; and Ubuntu 10.04 support ended in 2015, so it was supported for a longer time. The lifespan of recent RHEL releases is somewhat longer (but is it necessary? the hardware will fail before that).
answered Mar 7 at 10:58
xenoidxenoid
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You have LTS in Linux because you have new versions every year (or twice a year) and some people/institutions require some stability. Changes in Window versions are about 3 years apart and are pretty close to the LTS concept. Win7 is from late 2009/early 2010; and Ubuntu 10.04 support ended in 2015, so it was supported for a longer time. The lifespan of recent RHEL releases is somewhat longer (but is it necessary? the hardware will fail before that).
answered Mar 7 at 10:58
xenoidxenoid
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answered Mar 7 at 10:58
xenoidxenoid
4,0223719
answered Mar 7 at 10:58
xenoidxenoid
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answered Mar 7 at 10:58
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