SQL Server 2016 is out of support: risks and migration options
SQL Server 2016 reached the end of extended support on July 14, 2026. Inventory databases, applications, backups and migration options now.
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Microsoft support deadlines in 2026–2027 that SMBs should plan for now
SQL Server 2016, Office 2021, Windows 10 LTSB 2016 and Windows Server 2016 reach important deadlines between July 2026 and January 2027.
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Windows 10 after end of support: upgrade, replace or use ESU?
Windows 10 22H2 support ended October 14, 2025. The right decision depends on hardware, applications and the time the business needs to migrate.
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Windows Server 2016 support ends in January 2027: what businesses should do now
Windows Server 2016 extended support ends January 12, 2027. A safe migration starts with roles, applications, backups and hidden dependencies.
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12 Warning signs that it may be time to change IT providers
Changing IT providers should not start with a crisis. Warning signs usually appear long before: recurring issues, unclear ownership, missing documentation and delayed decisions.