Microsoft ends support for Windows 8, Internet Explorer 8, 9 and 10

 
Microsoft ends support for Windows 8 and earlier versions of Internet Explorer today.
Windows 8, users who have not upgraded to Windows 8.1 and Internet Explorer users who are not running the latest version of the browser - IE 11 in most cases - will lose access to patches and updates to keep your malware security software and hackers when new vulnerabilities are discovered.
Microsoft ended support for older versions of Internet Explorer January 12
While Windows 8 was released in 2012, and Microsoft generally supports an operating system for a minimum of 10 years after its release, Windows 8 is considered a "Service Pack before" since Windows 8.1 was released in 2013. Previous service packs are supported for 24 months once released a new service pack.

"Unlike service packs that are usually just a collection of patches, Windows 8.1 offers new features and improvements,"

Microsoft says.

Windows 8 initially received a mixed reception from users who were confused about tile-based interface and the disappearance of family members, such as the button "Start" features. Microsoft introduced the start button back and left boot into "desktop" mode of Windows 8.1.
Users can download the update from the Windows Online Store.
Once Windows 8.1 is installed, users also have the option to upgrade for free to Windows 10, released in July.

When it comes to Internet Explorer, Windows 7 users, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 is changed to IE 11 as they go get support for IE 8, IE 9 or 10. 9 and 10 always rely on some operating systems that are not compatible with IE 11 and Windows Vista SP2.

Microsoft says IE 11 is the latest version of Internet Explorer. Windows 10 comes with a new browser called Microsoft Edge. However, Internet Explorer may still be necessary for some older sites, such as ActiveX controls.