Windows 10 21H2 IoT LTS vs 11 24H2 (E) LTS

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Which should you run?

Pick Windows 11 24H2 (E) LTS for new installs. It's supported until Oct 9, 2029. Compare that with 10 21H2 IoT LTS, which ends Jan 13, 2032.

Windows 10 21H2 IoT LTS Windows 11 24H2 (E) LTS
ReleasedNov 16, 2021Oct 1, 2024
StatusActive SupportActive Support
Active support untilJan 12, 2027—
End of lifeJan 13, 2032
in 5 years		Oct 9, 2029
in 2 years
Total support10 years, 1 month5 years
Latest version10.0.1904410.0.26100
LTSYesYes

How to upgrade from Windows 10 21H2 IoT LTS to 11 24H2 (E) LTS

Windows Update

Settings → Windows Update → Check for updates. Feature updates (like 24H2 → 25H2) appear there when your PC is eligible.

Update your apps too

winget upgrade --all

Official release policy ↗ Back up first, and test on a non-production machine when you move to a new branch.

Quick answers

Should I use Windows 10 21H2 IoT LTS or 11 24H2 (E) LTS?
Pick Windows 11 24H2 (E) LTS for new installs. It's supported until Oct 9, 2029. Compare that with 10 21H2 IoT LTS, which ends Jan 13, 2032.
How long are Windows 10 21H2 IoT LTS and 11 24H2 (E) LTS supported?
Windows 10 21H2 IoT LTS: supported until Jan 13, 2032. Windows 11 24H2 (E) LTS: supported until Oct 9, 2029.
What are the latest Windows 10 21H2 IoT LTS and 11 24H2 (E) LTS versions?
Windows 10 21H2 IoT LTS is at 10.0.19044, and Windows 11 24H2 (E) LTS is at 10.0.26100.

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