It’s now here. Microsoft’s controversial u-turn on Windows 10’s end of life has morphed into a free update offer, whereby the problem for 700 million users is postponed.

Windows 11 is the faster, better, safer option Microsoft wants the 700 million Windows 10 holdouts to move to. But says “we understand that moving to a new PC can take time, and we’re here to support you throughout the process.”

In a Tuesday blogpost, Microsoft says “starting today, individuals will begin to see an enrollment wizard through notifications and in Settings, making it simple to select the best option for you and enroll in ESU directly from your personal Windows 10 PC.”

While the u-turn to the free 12-month security update extension has been reported as including a catch, that just means you need to pick one of Microsoft’s options. Using OneDrive for example or some of your reward points. It’s essentially a free offer.