Overview

• Windows 10 will stop receiving security updates on October 14, 2025, prompting users to plan upgrades or consider alternative operating systems.
• Windows 11 adoption has grown steadily but still trails Windows 10, with 43.7% of global Windows installations compared to 52.9%.
• Higher hardware requirements for Windows 11 have slowed migration, leaving many users unable to upgrade despite free upgrade availability.
• New PCs and laptops are now predominantly shipped with Windows 11 preinstalled, accelerating its market penetration.
• Microsoft promotes Windows 11's enhanced features, including a modernized interface, integrated Android apps, improved security, and professional tools like BitLocker and Remote Desktop in the Pro version.