Winsage
March 12, 2025
As of February 2025, the proportion of Windows 10 users has fallen to 58.7%, while Windows 11's user base has risen to 38.2%. Many businesses are adopting Windows 11 during hardware refresh cycles rather than upgrading existing machines. Microsoft has introduced a 12-month security extension option for Windows 10 users, requiring enrollment, as the operating system will no longer receive security updates after October 14. There are concerns about Microsoft's enforcement of end-of-life directives and the possibility of providing free security updates for outdated software in response to severe cybersecurity incidents.
