Masks were necessary to save lives at a stage where risks were unknown and pressure on health systems was high.

Missing Windows updates does not kill anyone.

Plus, installing Windows updates may cause high frustration because "feature" updates are mixed with them and may alter the OS behavior in unexpected and undesired ways. If Microsoft cares so much about security, they should allow people to stay on fixed Windows stable versions that only get security updates without pestering them. Basically, sell LTSC to normal people.