Microsoft's Reversed Update Impacts Half of Windows Users, Leaving Them Behind
Hey there! Let's talk about the current drama surrounding Windows operating systems, shall we? Microsoft is in a pickle, mate, 'cause their latest baby, Windows 11, ain't gaining the traction they thought it would. With the October deadline looming for ending security updates for Windows 10 users, half of all Windows users need to upgrade to Windows 11 – or buy new PCs if their current ones are ineligible.
But here's the kicker: progress has taken a nosedive. Many Windows 10 users, understandably dubbing their systems "magnets for security threats," are facing an increasingly pressing decision. After all, 500 million of those Windows users risk being left high and dry.
Asus, a PC maker, has rung the alarm bells: "If you're still using Windows 10 or, dare we say it, something even older - your computer's days of regular updates and support are numbered." So, what sets Windows 11 apart from its predecessor? According to Asus, it's one word: "Copilot." But hey, you don't need to fork out for a premium Copilot PC to take advantage of the future-proofing that Windows 11 offers, ensuring your PC receives crucial security updates after Windows 10's demise in October.
The picture painted by the latest Windows market data is downright grim, with just over five months until free Windows 10 security updates end for all users. Paid extensions are available, but they're steep for enterprises and a paltry 12 months for home users who would also have to foot the bill. Microsoft is pushing free upgrades, not paid extensions.
It seemed like Windows 11 had the edge against Windows 10 a month ago. In the U.S., the younger OS had overtaken its older sibling. However, in May, Windows 10 saw its share grow from 41% in April to more than 43%, while Windows 11 dropped a troubling 3.5%, from 56.5% down to below 53%. This means roughly 750 million users are yet to make the shift to Windows 11, of which at least 240 million don't have eligible hardware.
In the United States, where Windows 11 has indeed surpassed Windows 10, May's data indicates that Windows 10 is holding strong, with Windows 11 playing catch-up. All things considered, June's data is absolutely critical, with just months to go until Windows 10 shuts down completely. If Microsoft fails to persuade more Windows 10 users to upgrade before October, they could be looking at a cybersecurity catastrophe. So, don't sleep on that free upgrade offer, people!
- In light of the cybersecurity concerns due to the impending end of Windows 10 support and the growing threats, it's crucial for Windows 10 users to seriously consider the free upgrade to Windows 11 to ensure their systems stay secure.
- As the technology landscape shifts, it's intriguing to compare Windows 10 vs Windows 11, with the latter offering future-proofing and increased security features, such as Microsoft's Copilot, that could potentially outweigh the cybersecurity risks of continuing with an outdated system.
