Windows 10
Microsoft did not ship a public Windows release called Windows 9. The release sequence includes Windows 8, Windows 8.1 in 2013, and Windows 10 in 2015. Microsoft introduced the Windows 10 name in September 2014 as a new generation of Windows. Stories about Windows 95/98 compatibility are a
Operating Systems
A video titled 'Windows 12 demo' is not automatically an official Microsoft preview. As of October 20, 2026, this article's checks of Microsoft's release-health and software-download information did not verify a released Windows 12 product, official Windows 12 download, or documented demonstration
Windows 11
Windows 11 version 26H1 is a hardware-focused release, not a general feature upgrade for existing PCs. Microsoft published its release information on February 10, 2026 and designed it for select new devices. It is not offered as an in-place upgrade from existing Windows 11 24H2 or 25H2 installations
Windows 10
Before setting up a Windows 10 PC, check its support plan. Standard Windows 10 support ended on October 14, 2025; an existing installation may still work, but applicable Extended Security Updates (ESU) coverage is separate. Consider a supported Windows 11 upgrade or replacement if appropriate. If you need to use
Windows 10
Windows 10 version 22H2, the Windows 10 2022 Update, became available on October 18, 2022 and is the final Windows 10 feature release. It is not a current support extension: standard Windows 10 support ended on October 14, 2025. If you still need Windows 10, check applicable ESU requirements and
Operating Systems
Windows is Microsoft's family of operating systems for compatible computers. It manages resources such as memory, storage, devices, and running applications and provides a desktop interface for everyday work. A PC does not require Windows specifically: other operating systems can perform that role, and firmware can start before
Windows 10
Before using a newly acquired Windows 10 laptop, check its support status and whether a supported Windows 11 upgrade is available. Standard Windows 10 support ended on October 14, 2025; continued OS security updates depend on applicable ESU coverage. Setup, battery tuning, and antivirus do not restore that support. If
Windows 10
To quickly find out which version of Windows your computer is running, use the built-in WinVer tool. Press Windows key + R, type "winver," and press Enter — a window will immediately show your Windows version, build number, and edition. You can also open Settings (Windows key + I), go
Windows 11
Windows 11 version 24H2 is the Windows 11 2024 Update, not the first Windows 11 feature update. Version 22H2 and 23H2 came before it. As of October 20, 2026, 24H2 Home and Pro have reached end of updates, while Enterprise and Education have a different servicing timeline. This guide explains
Operating Systems
Windows on a Surface usually means a standard supported Windows edition paired with Microsoft's device-specific drivers and firmware. There is no separate edition called 'Windows Surface Windows.' The experience depends on the Surface model, processor, Windows release, and accessories. Touch, pen, and convertible features are
Operating Systems
As of this article's October 20, 2026 check, no official Windows 12 release date, upgrade policy, or download was verified in Microsoft's release-health and software-download information. Those sources document Windows 11 releases. Do not plan around an unattributed 'mid-2020s' estimate. Choose
Windows 10
Before setting up a Windows 10 notebook, check its support plan and whether a supported Windows 11 upgrade is available. Standard Windows 10 support ended on October 14, 2025; applicable ESU coverage is separate. Activation confirms licensing status, not ongoing security support. If Windows 10 is needed temporarily, this guide