Brandenburg ready for Windows 11: If you're still hesitating, it's your own fault!

Brandenburg ready for Windows 11: If you're still hesitating, it's your own fault!

Something is happening in the field of computer technology - especially in Brandenburg. The Brandenburg districts and independent cities are largely well positioned for the upcoming switch to Windows 11. A survey by rbb [ rbb24 ] illustrates the progress in changing operating systems. The clock is ticking because Microsoft will no longer provide free security updates for Windows 10 from mid-October - a date that worries many.

The districts of Elbe-Elster and Havelland have already completely completed their conversion to Windows 11. The city of Cottbus has also largely converted. In the Spree-Neiße district, only 30 computers still need to be updated to the latest system, while in Frankfurt (Oder) 80 percent of the systems have already been converted. Ostprignitz-Ruppin has converted two thirds of the computers, and the districts of Teltow-Fläming and Oberspreewald-Lausitz plan to update all devices by October. Märkisch-Oderland is well in the running with 50 percent of the changeover, while the Prignitz district will take until mid-November to make the changeover.

Schools are struggling with the change

The situation is particularly challenging in the schools in the affected districts. The association of digital municipalities in Brandenburg (Dikom) reports on an incomplete change in the education sector. However, Brandenburg an der Havel plans to convert all school computers to Windows 11 by mid-2026. No security risks are expected for the city of Birkenwerder from continuing to use Windows 10, as long as strong antivirus software is used. But time is of the essence: from mid-October, the devices will be forced to resort to paid updates.

Switching to Windows 11 is recommended by experts in order to continue working securely and with the latest technology. According to the BSI [ Safe online ], significant security risks are to be expected after the end of support for Windows 10. Over 50 percent of all desktop computers worldwide currently use Windows 10. Without regular updates, systems are vulnerable to malware, which poses a significant risk to personal and business data.

Opportunities for smooth change

Installing Windows 11 on older PCs that were not previously officially supported is now possible. Many districts are taking the opportunity to conduct individual compatibility checks and design professional installations including hardware upgrades [ Technology Brandenburg ]. This ensures that all systems can work modernly and efficiently without having to immediately purchase expensive new ones.

Many people consider the initiative to manage the transition independently early on to be a wise decision in order to avoid future difficulties. If you take care of the change in good time, you can not only minimize security risks, but also significantly increase the performance of your systems. Time is running out, so it's best to act now!