Tuesday, November 5th 2024
Windows 11 Gains 3% in OS Market Share, Windows 10 Remains on Top
The battles of operating systems continue, and one fight is internal to the Microsoft Windows user base. Recent data from StatCounter shows that Windows 11 now accounts for 35.58% of Windows installations as of October 2024, recording a modest 3% increase. Meanwhile, Windows 10 continues to power most Windows computers, with a 61% market share. The gradual shift toward Windows 11 comes as Microsoft pushes software updates and hardware partnerships. Large organizations have begun adopting the newer OS, drawn to its updated security features. These include mandatory secure boot protocols and improved protection against credential theft, addressing growing cybersecurity concerns. For individual users, Windows 11 offers updated gaming capabilities through DirectStorage and a redesigned interface. However, many still prefer Windows 10's established stability and broader compatibility with existing hardware and software. Microsoft's recent announcement of a $30 yearly Extended Security Updates subscription acknowledges this divide.
Starting in October 2025, when Windows 10's standard support ends, users can purchase these updates to maintain security protections. Unlike previous programs restricted to business customers, this subscription will be available to all users. The move to Windows 11 faces a significant hurdle: strict system requirements that exclude many older computers. While these standards aim to ensure better performance and security, they effectively prevent many current Windows 10 users from upgrading. Microsoft's plan to add new AI features like Recall and Copilot to Windows 11 could attract more users. Still, the transition largely depends on hardware replacement cycles and users' willingness to adapt to a new system. As Microsoft manages both operating systems, its strategy reflects the challenge of maintaining existing Windows 10 installations while encouraging gradual migration to Windows 11.
Sources:
StatCounter, via Tom's Hardware
Starting in October 2025, when Windows 10's standard support ends, users can purchase these updates to maintain security protections. Unlike previous programs restricted to business customers, this subscription will be available to all users. The move to Windows 11 faces a significant hurdle: strict system requirements that exclude many older computers. While these standards aim to ensure better performance and security, they effectively prevent many current Windows 10 users from upgrading. Microsoft's plan to add new AI features like Recall and Copilot to Windows 11 could attract more users. Still, the transition largely depends on hardware replacement cycles and users' willingness to adapt to a new system. As Microsoft manages both operating systems, its strategy reflects the challenge of maintaining existing Windows 10 installations while encouraging gradual migration to Windows 11.
56 Comments on Windows 11 Gains 3% in OS Market Share, Windows 10 Remains on Top
It seems only windows versions are read out
Or only semi false MACOS Versions
Or only Android versions
gs.statcounter.com/os-version-market-share/android/mobile-tablet/worldwideHow does browser plugins influence that data collection?
I think I had a browser plugin or feature where I set my webbrowser to ANDROID. Else Microsoft will not give you a download link for the microsoft windows image. You will only get the media creation tool when you are on windows.
I'm on Linux now, and couldn't be happier. :)
If you were listed all devices, it would be Linux ( maybe some Android) on top
Which Micro$oft as keen to bloat with spyware...
I don't even see why isn't W11 more popular :roll:
2. I don't think people with no desire or money to upgrade their old PCs have any more desire to upgrade Windows to a new version on their old PCs.
And Microsoft just announcing that it will provide extended support for W10 just shows how Microsoft is confident in W11 continued success.
Seriously...
Though, Windows users in general would really appreciate it if OEMs stopped bloating the laptops and prebuilts they sell. Who would use McAfee antivirus anyway?
I assumed it was the hole list of valid operating systems, including BSD variants, different linux based operating system and others.
If I understood it was only read out the webbrowser reported operating system when visiting certain unknown websites.
I'm clocking 15% performance drop from early versions and W10 to the current version on the exact same system.
It feels like a system they keep adding stuff to without cleaning up the past tech debt - that's why we have 3 control panels that all do the same thing.
They're not even synced... it's a mess. Same system-- the old control panel only works on Balanced power plan otherwise those settings do nothing. Computer Management, GPO, Old Control Panel, New Control Panel, Tons of legacy and new services all running by default:
^ stock 11 24H2...