With the end of support for Windows 10 on 14 October 2025, over 250 million PCs worldwide (including millions in Australia) will no longer receive security updates. This leaves them vulnerable to ransomware, zero-day exploits, and identity theft.
Upgrading to Windows 11 often requires new hardware, as approximately 70% of Windows 10 PCs do not meet the requirements (TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, and compatible CPU). Many users face costs of $1,000+ for a new machine.
Windows 11 also introduces significant new privacy risks, including enhanced telemetry and AI features such as Copilot and Recall (on Copilot+ PCs). Recall captures screenshots of your screen activity every few seconds for AI processing – raising serious concerns about invasive data collection and potential data leaks.
Microsoft Data Collection in Windows (2025)
| Data Category | What It Collects | Privacy Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostics | Crash reports, device health, app usage | Profiles user habits; sent to Microsoft |
| Typing/Keystrokes | Input patterns (not passwords/content) | Infers behaviour; limited opt-out |
| Mic/Webcam | Accessed only with app permission | Risk of leaks if system is compromised |
| Files/Browsing | Indexed for search; history and settings | Builds user profiles; telemetry-enabled |
| Location/Health | If enabled in apps | Tracks movements and shares via services |
Our solution:
Switch to our affordable, easy-to-use Privacy Laptops powered by Zorin OS Pro – a Linux-based operating system specifically designed for Windows and macOS users.
Zorin OS Pro offers zero telemetry (no tracking), is fully open-source, and provides strong security without invasive AI features or constant screenshot captures. Your personal data stays private by default.
Switching to a Privacy Laptop allows you to exit the constant tracking and data harvesting from Microsoft, Apple, and Google.
We purchase new Dell laptops and professionally configure them with Zorin OS Pro. There are no hidden tracking, forced updates, or heavy antivirus requirements – just faster, more secure computing where you own your data.
Why You’ll Love a Privacy Laptop:
Watch this short overview of the Operating System (OS) we use.
Read More: Ditch Windows Nightmares: Why Linux is Your Ultimate Privacy PC.
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