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Windows 11 Dominates: Windows 7 Rebounds & Microsoft’s New Strategy

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor September 28, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

windows 7 Sees Unexpected Resurgence as Windows 10 Support Ends

Paris, France – In a surprising turn of events, as Microsoft officially⁣ ends ⁣free security updates for Windows 10 on October⁣ 14th, data reveals a notable and unexpected rise in the usage of Windows 7. While Windows 11 has now surpassed Windows 10 in‍ market share, the nearly decade-old Windows 7 is experiencing a remarkable comeback, sparking ⁣questions about user behavior and the ongoing transition within the Windows ecosystem.

According to data from StatCounter, Windows ⁣11 achieved a lead over Windows 10 in July, and the gap widened in September to 50.74% market share for Windows 11 versus 43.09% for⁣ Windows 10. However, Windows 7’s market⁤ share climbed from 2.02% in july to 5.2% in September – an increase of over 100% in just⁢ two months.

Launched in 2009 and officially unsupported since 2020, the resurgence of Windows 7 is a notable anomaly.StatCounter cautions that its data is based on traffic from over 1.5 billion websites and may⁢ contain biases, suggesting the increase could be due to altered tracking rather than a ⁤genuine shift in user preference. Still, the trend ⁤is raising ‍eyebrows as some users continue to resist upgrading to ⁣windows 11.

Microsoft is leveraging the end of Windows 10 support to promote its new “Copilot+ PCs,” a generation of AI-enhanced computers. the company is now advising Windows 10 users considering an upgrade to purchase a new machine rather than simply updating their existing system, with a particular focus on models featuring ARM processors.Microsoft highlights the ⁣expanding ecosystem of ARM applications, claiming native versions are now available for software representing 90% of average user time, offering improved performance and battery life without relying on the PRISM compatibility layer for X86 applications.

However, a key challenge remains in the gaming sector, where compatibility with popular titles – particularly those with anti-tamper systems – remains ‌limited. Microsoft is ‍pointing to collaborations with publishers like Epic Games, who are working to bring Fortnite ⁣to ARM-based Copilot+ PCs,‌ but wider adoption ⁢will require significant developer and publisher support.

September 28, 2025 0 comments

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Windows 7 forever alive. This time he fit in his pocket

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor July 15, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Windows 7 Powers Up on Steam Deck

Enthusiast Achieves Milestone with Vintage OS on Modern Handheld

An unexpected fusion of old and new has emerged as enthusiast Bob Pony successfully installed and ran Windows 7 on a portable Steam Deck console. The primary motivation appears to be the sheer challenge and satisfaction of making it work on hardware separated by 13 years.

Unconventional Display and Driver Hurdles

The screenshot shared by **Bob Pony** shows Windows 7 operating in a vertical display mode, a testament to the adaptation required. While the AMD Van Gogh system within the Steam Deck handles the operating system with relative ease, **Bob Pony** highlighted that securing compatible graphic drivers remains a significant obstacle.

Windows 7 natively running on Steam Deck. pic.twitter.com/WZ5G9pJJCD

— BobPony.com (@TheBobPony) July 13, 2025

Future Experiments and User Speculation

Following this achievement, other users have suggested further experimental installations, including older operating systems like Windows XP and even the niche TempleOS. However, **Bob Pony** indicated that further progress is pending as Windows 7 is not yet fully optimized for the Steam Deck.

Past Successes Hint at Future Possibilities

This venture builds on **Bob Pony**’s previous success in demonstrating Windows 8.1 functioning on the Steam Deck two years prior, which reportedly offered full touch functionality. If this experimental pace continues, the community might anticipate seeing Windows Vista running on Valve’s hardware as early as 2027.

The desire to run older Windows versions on modern hardware contrasts with a significant portion of the gaming community’s hope for Valve to release SteamOS, the operating system native to the Steam Deck, for use on desktop PCs and laptops. This anticipation grows as Microsoft approaches the official end of support for the still widely used Windows 10.

July 15, 2025 0 comments

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Windows 10 End-of-Life: Transition to Windows 11 Leads to Massive Computer Scrappage

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com December 27, 2023

written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

In two years, Windows 10 will enter the end-of-life phase. That’s forcing many Windows users to turn to Windows 11 instead, and that could lead to many computers being scrapped. Because I can’t use Windows 11.

An important requirement for Windows 11 is TPM 2.0, which is only available on newer motherboards, so users will have to buy a new computer. To be able to use a system that will have support from Microsoft

Can’t change? Still want to use Win 10? Yes, Microsoft won’t stop you, but we won’t receive security or compatibility updates for devices or software.

Microsoft has announced that Windows 10 will enter end-of-life in October 2025, or the next two years, causing researchers to warn that By that day, as many as 240 million computers could be discarded (or some people would continue to use them), although some could be recycled. But some parts are too old. Until it has to be buried in the ground to wait for it to decompose…

However, there are some users Prepare to rely on open source systems like Linux rather than having to buy new equipment. Linux is also known to be more secure than Windows and the system is regularly updated. And most importantly, it doesn’t have to be a new computer model to be able to use it. What should I do? Change the computer. Or is it better to change the system?

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December 27, 2023 0 comments

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Rockstar Games Ends Support for Windows 7 and Windows 8 – Upgrade to Windows 10 for Continued Gaming Experience

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com November 5, 2023

written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

Written by Mounis Hawass Sunday, November 5, 2023 11:00 PM Rockstar Games, the developer of famous video games such as… Grand Theft Auto And Red Dead Redemption, it will no longer support Windows 7 and Windows 8, and this decision comes in light of the end of Microsoft’s support for these operating systems, and this means that they will no longer receive security updates or technical support from Microsoft.

Ending support may leave the system and games vulnerable to security threats. As a result, Rockstar Games has decided to end support for these operating systems to ensure that their games run on secure and modern systems. Rockstar Games will officially end support for these operating systems on January 30, 2024.

What happens to Windows 7 and Windows 8 users?

Gamers using Windows 7 and Windows 8 will no longer be able to use the Rockstar Games Launcher to purchase or play Rockstar Games games after January 30, 2024. This means they will not be able to access new content or updates for their games, and they may also experience compatibility issues with updates or… future patches, and they may be more vulnerable to security threats if they continue to use these operating systems after Microsoft support ends.

What can Windows 7 or Windows 8 users do?

Gamers using Windows 7 or Windows 8 should consider upgrading to a newer operating system, such as Windows 10. Windows 10 is currently Microsoft’s newest and most secure operating system, and is compatible with the Rockstar Games Launcher.

Upgrading to Windows 10 will ensure that players can continue to play their favorite Rockstar Games games and receive updates and new content after January 30, 2024, and upgrading to Windows 10 will provide better security and performance than using an older operating system.

November 5, 2023 0 comments

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Microsoft Kills Windows 7 and Windows 8.1, Immediately Moves to Windows 11

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com January 12, 2023

written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

Thursday 12-01-2023, 11:41 WIB

Reporter:
Tri Broto|

Editor:
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Microsoft will kill Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 on January 10, 2023.-microsoft-

JAKARTA, DISWAY.ID– Microsoft officially ending Windows 8.1 as operating system or OS on January 10, 2023.

This OS deprecation means that Windows 8.1 will no longer be able to get technical assistance and software updates and security guarantees.

The ending Windows OS 8.1 coincides with the cessation of feature updates and security guarantees Windows 7.

Previously, Microsoft discontinued Windows 7 in January 2020, but still provided feature updates and a security guarantee for three years or finished in 2023 for an additional fee.

Windows 7 is still quite popular more than 10 years since its introduction. Many Windows 7 users don’t want to replace their existing operating system with a new version, such as Windows 8.1 and Windows 10.

While discontinuing Windows 8.1 without being followed by paid feature and security update services.

If users are still sticking with Windows 7 and Windows 8.1, it is very likely that they will be easily hacked by viruses or malware thereby endangering business or important documents stored on computer devices.

Currently, Microsoft recommends that Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 users immediately switch to a newer OS, such as Windows 10 or Windows 11. Microsoft does not offer an Extended Security Update (ESU) program for Windows 8.1.

Remaining on Windows 8.1 after January 10, 2023 may increase an organization’s security risks or affect its ability to meet compliance obligations.

Microsoft notes, Windows 7 users around the world are no more than 10%, while Windows 8.1 users are far less. Reported from GSMarena.commost likely that’s what made Microsoft end the use of Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 and not extend security support.

Another risk for Microsoft’s decision is that users are forced to replace computer devices that are more capable in order to operate Windows 10 or Windows 11.

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January 12, 2023 0 comments

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The reason Windows 7 and 8 were retired when they still had millions of users

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com January 5, 2023

written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

Jakarta, CNNI Indonesia —

Windows 7 and 8.1 will not receive security updates and technical support starting January 10th. Because Microsoft ‘bury’ two operating systems still used by millions of people?

Especially for Windows 7, the PC operating system has stopped security update as of January 14, 2020. However, Microsoft still provides a 3-year extension for the Professional, Enterprise, and Professional for Embedded Systems editions of Windows 7.

Each is given until January 12, 2021, January 11, 2022 and January 10, 2023.

“Microsoft committed to providing 10 years of product support for Windows 7 when it was released on October 22, 2009. This 10-year period has ended,” the company wrote on its website. Support.

“And Microsoft has discontinued support for Windows 7 so that we can focus our investment on supporting new technologies and experiences. End of support for Windows 7 is January 14, 2020,” Microsoft wrote on the support page.

Quoted from The limitWindows 7 is expected to have around 100 million users as of 2021.

A Lansweeper survey of 27 million Windows devices conducted in October also found that more PCs were running Windows XP, 7 or 8 than Windows 11.

Meanwhile, Windows 8.1 was completely discontinued on January 10th. Previously, its previous series, Windows 8, was no longer supported as of January 12, 2016.

With this loss of support, Microsoft 365 Apps will no longer run on Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 operating systems.

Microsoft also recommends users to switch to the latest Windows operating system immediately to avoid performance issues.

Microsoft itself releases a new operating system every few years. Most recently, Microsoft launched Windows 11 on October 5, 2021.

The presence of the latest operating system certainly makes the old operating system no longer an option, because it is less relevant to the user’s needs. Microsoft also recommends users to upgrade to the latest Windows 10 or Windows 11 operating system immediately.

On their support page, Microsoft mentions that Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 users can switch to Windows 10 if their devices are not compatible with Windows 11. However, it should be noted that Windows 10 will end support on October 14, 2025.

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January 5, 2023 0 comments

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