The prior Tom's Hardware article discussion of Windows Backups emerged two years ago. Windows 10 approaches "End of Life" in October 2025 so ongoing use merits strong reconsideration in view of potential security vulnerabilities that can arrive after official end of "free" Windows 10 support.

Security Professional View of Windows 10 End
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2849972/windows-10s-end-of-life-looms-a-security-pro-dissects-your-only-options.html

A Tech Gorilla's Perspective on the looming end of W10
https://thetechgorilla.com/windows-10-end-of-life/