What’s the best way to keep using Windows 10 safely for as long as possible?

I honestly miss Windows 10.

I’m currently using Windows 11, but I personally find Windows 10 much lighter, simpler and more responsive, especially on laptops. Windows 11 seems to have a lot more background processes and higher RAM usage, while Windows 10 always felt cleaner and faster to me.

I’m seriously considering going back to Windows 10, but I would like to keep using it for as long as possible without completely sacrificing security.

What would you recommend in 2026?

• Regular Windows 10 with ESU?
• Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021?
• Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021?
• Another Windows 10 edition with longer support?
• Dual booting Windows 10 and Windows 11?
• Using Windows 10 after official support ends with additional security precautions?
• Are there any trustworthy community projects that extend Windows 10 support?

I’m not looking for piracy or sketchy modified Windows ISOs. I mainly want the cleanest, most stable and reasonably secure way to keep the Windows 10 experience for several more years.

For those of you still using Windows 10 in 2026: what edition are you running, and what is your plan for the next few years?

I’d also be interested in hearing about compatibility with modern games, NVIDIA/AMD drivers, Steam, Minecraft and newer software.

Thanks!