{"id":166928,"date":"2025-09-01T22:28:39","date_gmt":"2025-09-01T22:28:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/windows-10-is-just-one-step-away-from-losing-support-nearly-half-of-the-worlds-computers-still-rely-on-it-and-the-number-is-even-higher\/"},"modified":"2025-09-01T22:28:40","modified_gmt":"2025-09-01T22:28:40","slug":"windows-10-is-just-one-step-away-from-losing-support-nearly-half-of-the-worlds-computers-still-rely-on-it-and-the-number-is-even-higher","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/windows-10-is-just-one-step-away-from-losing-support-nearly-half-of-the-worlds-computers-still-rely-on-it-and-the-number-is-even-higher\/","title":{"rendered":"Windows 10 is just one step away from losing support. Nearly half of the world&#8217;s computers still rely on it, and the number is even higher."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In just over \u00a040 days\u00a0, Windows 10 will cease receiving patches and security updates. This marks the \u00a0end of support\u00a0 for an operating system that still dominates nearly \u00a0half of the global market\u00a0. As noted in statistics, Windows 10 holds a remarkable \u00a054% market share\u00a0 in Spain. Although Windows 11 has been available for several years, the transition has been slower than anticipated. The \u00a0countdown is ticking\u00a0, and millions of users seem to be hesitating about how to navigate this shift as the deadline approaches. Those willing to cover expenses may opt for \u00a0extended support\u00a0, allowing them to benefit from additional security measures.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 1 --><\/p>\n<h2><strong>What Real Options Now Exist for Standard Users?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The \u00a0end of support\u00a0 doesn&#8217;t mean that your computer will suddenly stop working, but it will leave it more vulnerable. Microsoft offers three primary routes for users:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Make the leap to Windows 11.<\/strong> If your hardware meets the necessary requirements, the update is free and guarantees continued updates and new features. Users with incompatible hardware will need to consider \u00a0upgrading their devices\u00a0 to stay secure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pay for extended updates (ESU).<\/strong> This option provides security patches for a fee, allowing users to continue operating on Windows 10. However, this plan is intended as a temporary solution rather than a permanent fix.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Continue using Windows 10 or explore alternatives.<\/strong> Users might consider installing \u00a0Linux\u00a0 or maintaining Windows 10 in a controlled environment. However, this pathway requires an understanding of the associated risks and careful planning for the future.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To evaluate the situation of Windows 11 compared to its predecessors, it\u2019s useful to consider the adoption rates. According to <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/statista.com\" target=\"_blank\">Statista<\/a>, at nearly \u00a0three years and ten months\u00a0 in existence, Windows 11 occupies roughly \u00a049%\u00a0 of the global market. In comparison, Windows 10 reached around \u00a057%\u00a0 by the same stage, while Windows 7 had a notable \u00a061%\u00a0. Conversely, Windows 8.1 barely managed \u00a010%\u00a0, reflecting its poor reception.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 2 --><\/p>\n<p>This data illustrates a clear trend: Windows 11 is progressing at a \u00a0slower adoption rate\u00a0 than its successful predecessors, yet it is still outpacing Windows 10. An essential factor behind this slow transition is the \u00a0hardware requirements\u00a0, which leave millions of older computers that ran Windows 10 effortlessly without support. For many, transitioning to the new version means investing in new equipment, which significantly impedes the migration process. Some unofficial methods enable installation of Windows 11 on incompatible PCs, but these come with risks, leading to a slower adoption rate and an enduring presence of Windows 10 as it approaches its end of life.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 3 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"desvio-container\">\n<div class=\"desvio\">\n<div class=\"desvio-figure js-desvio-figure\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The slow uptake of Windows 11 is primarily linked to stringent installation requirements like \u00a0TPM 2.0\u00a0 and a closed list of processors, effectively excluding millions of older but still competent devices. For numerous users, the necessity to buy new hardware further complicates the move to the new operating system, hence the observed lag in adoption. Current statistics reveal a Windows 10 landscape that remains vibrant as support ends.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 4 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset-image article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"asset-content\">\n<div class=\"caption-img \">\n       <img class=\"centro_sinmarco\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Windows-10-is-just-one-step-away-from-losing-support.png\" alt=\"Global Microsoft Operating Systems Market Share\"\/><br \/>\n       <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Statcounter Windows version ww meshly 202407 202508\" class=\"centro_sinmarco\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Windows-10-is-just-one-step-away-from-losing-support.png\"\/><br \/>\n       <span>Microsoft Operating Systems Market Share Globally<\/span>\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>In Europe and specifically in Spain, the transition rate occurs at a \u00a0different pace\u00a0. While the global average reflects that Windows 11 is nearing \u00a050%\u00a0 of installations, Windows 10 still commands over \u00a053%\u00a0 of the European market. In Spain, the figures are closely aligned (54% for Windows 10 and 42.61% for Windows 11). This divergence presents a different scenario where the upgrade to the new version progresses \u00a0slowly\u00a0, and Windows 10 remains the leading system as its support termination date approaches.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 5 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset-image article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"asset-content\">\n<div class=\"caption-img \">\n       <img class=\"centro_sinmarco\" height=\"720\" width=\"1280\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1756765719_412_Windows-10-is-just-one-step-away-from-losing-support.png\" alt=\"Microsoft Operating Systems Market Share in Spain\"\/><br \/>\n       <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Statcounter Windows version is Monthly 202407 202508\" class=\"centro_sinmarco\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1756765719_412_Windows-10-is-just-one-step-away-from-losing-support.png\"\/><br \/>\n       <span>Microsoft Operating Systems Market Share in Spain<\/span>\n     <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The reluctance to update is not unique to this generation of Windows. For instance, Windows 7 reached its end of support in January 2020 while still holding about \u00a027%\u00a0 of the global market share, long surpassed by Windows 10. The current landscape, however, illustrates a starkly different picture: while Windows 11 holds a leading position, Windows 10 still accounts for nearly \u00a0half\u00a0 of all installations just over a month away from losing official support.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 6 --><\/p>\n<p>Images | Microsoft<\/p>\n<p>In Xataka | If you have an old PC, there is an effective alternative against the requirements of Windows 11 and the Bloatware: Flyoobe works<\/p>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In just over \u00a040 days\u00a0, Windows 10 will cease receiving patches and security updates. This marks the \u00a0end of support\u00a0 for an operating system that still dominates nearly \u00a0half of the global market\u00a0. As noted in statistics, Windows 10 holds a remarkable \u00a054% market share\u00a0 in Spain. 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