Windows 11 has reached a major milestone, surpassing one billion users worldwide just a few months after its launch. The operating system's rapid adoption and enduring popularity can be attributed to several factors.
One reason is that Windows 10 remains widely used, despite its official end-of-support date last October. Although public data on the number of still-running PCs is unreliable, estimates suggest that around 50-55% of Windows PCs worldwide run Windows 11, while another 40-45% use Windows 10. Microsoft has offered a three-year off-ramp for Windows 10 users to receive free security updates and support, making it easier for them to stick with the familiar OS.
However, not everyone is happy with Windows 11's performance and reliability issues. Tech enthusiasts have taken to social media to express their frustration, sharing guides on how to customize the OS or switching to alternative operating systems like Linux. The negative sentiment surrounding Windows 11 has led some users to question whether Microsoft can fix its reputation without introducing new bugs.
Despite these criticisms, it appears that Windows 11's mandatory sign-in prompts and constant notifications about Microsoft services are major turn-offs for many users. To address this, Microsoft is increasing the number of engineers working on improving performance and reliability issues, as well as modernizing outdated parts of the operating system.
For those already accustomed to Windows 10, the software update has been less resistance compared to Windows 11. However, for Microsoft, its primary goal now is ensuring that Windows 11 doesn't frustrate users so much that they switch to other alternatives.
The company's efforts will be crucial in addressing these concerns and preventing a situation where users turn against the OS due to its reputation. Only time will tell if Microsoft can successfully tackle its problems and win over critics, but one thing is certain β Windows 11 has become a staple of the desktop landscape, with over one billion users worldwide.
One reason is that Windows 10 remains widely used, despite its official end-of-support date last October. Although public data on the number of still-running PCs is unreliable, estimates suggest that around 50-55% of Windows PCs worldwide run Windows 11, while another 40-45% use Windows 10. Microsoft has offered a three-year off-ramp for Windows 10 users to receive free security updates and support, making it easier for them to stick with the familiar OS.
However, not everyone is happy with Windows 11's performance and reliability issues. Tech enthusiasts have taken to social media to express their frustration, sharing guides on how to customize the OS or switching to alternative operating systems like Linux. The negative sentiment surrounding Windows 11 has led some users to question whether Microsoft can fix its reputation without introducing new bugs.
Despite these criticisms, it appears that Windows 11's mandatory sign-in prompts and constant notifications about Microsoft services are major turn-offs for many users. To address this, Microsoft is increasing the number of engineers working on improving performance and reliability issues, as well as modernizing outdated parts of the operating system.
For those already accustomed to Windows 10, the software update has been less resistance compared to Windows 11. However, for Microsoft, its primary goal now is ensuring that Windows 11 doesn't frustrate users so much that they switch to other alternatives.
The company's efforts will be crucial in addressing these concerns and preventing a situation where users turn against the OS due to its reputation. Only time will tell if Microsoft can successfully tackle its problems and win over critics, but one thing is certain β Windows 11 has become a staple of the desktop landscape, with over one billion users worldwide.