India, July 3 -- A silent update is making its way to Windows 10 PCs and it has nothing to do with bug fixes or performance improvements. The newly spotted patch, KB5001716, is quietly being installed across systems, leaving many users wondering what it's for.

But beneath the surface, it carries a louder message: Windows 10 is on its way out.

With Microsoft set to end support for Windows 10 in October 2025, this update is part of the company's subtle push to get users moving, either toward Windows 11 or toward alternative solutions. While there's no immediate danger, this unexpected update marks the beginning of the end for an operating system that's been around for nearly a decade.

What is KB5001716?

The update in question, KB5001716...