Of course, at this point in late , Windows 10 had been out for a while, and doubtless Microsoft finally felt that it could strong-arm companies, as well as consumers, to move to its latest OS when buying a new PC. Remember that we already discussed the fact that there was never any official second service pack for Windows 7?
And that was more of an inconvenience than just merely waiting for a huge bunch of downloads, as the updates came in separate batches, requiring multiple staged reboots, meaning the whole installation process was a rather painful and prolonged ordeal.
Even though it was a free upgrade for Windows 7 users, Windows 10 found poaching those folks a troublesomely sluggish endeavor. Indeed, Microsoft even resorted to scare tactics in an effort to push users to leave Windows 7, spreading fear about the older OS being a security risk on several occasions — even though it was nothing of the sort.
At the time, the old operating system might not have been as secure as Windows 10, but that hardly made it a security nightmare. And really, some of the flaws that did manifest with Windows 7 in the later years were more about Microsoft seemingly taking its eye off the ball with the OS because it was too busy concentrating on pushing Windows However, Windows 10 did eventually win through, succeeding where Windows 8 failed, and finally deposing Windows 7 from its throne.
Believe it or not, Windows 7 held on until as recently as the very end of — at least according to one major analytics firm the other set of statistics commonly used declared Windows 10 victorious at the start of An impressive achievement for the old OS, and a tribute to its staying power.
So clearly we can salute Windows 7, as it rumbles into end-of-life, as a winner by all sorts of yardsticks — even if some of its fame, fortune and favor was due to being sandwiched between preceding and succeeding Windows operating systems that were distinctly below-par for many different reasons.
After 10 years, support for Windows 7 ended on 14 January We know change can be difficult, so we are here to help you with recommendations for what to do next and to answer questions about end of support. As of 14 January , your computer running Windows 7 will still function but Microsoft will no longer provide the following: Technical support for any issues Software updates Security updates or fixes.
While you could continue to use your PC running Windows 7, without continued software and security updates, it will be at greater risk for viruses and malware. Going forward, the best way for you to stay secure is on Windows And the best way to experience Windows 10 is on a new PC. While it is possible to install Windows 10 on your older device, it is not recommended.
From backing up your files to finding a computer that fits your needs, we've got tools to help you transition with ease. Not only are new modern PCs fast thanks to solid state drives and durable with batteries that last longer, the average price for a great PC is considerably less than it was years ago. Save your personal files and photos to OneDrive or to an external hard drive. Follow this link to learn all the different ways to move your files. It's been swell, but Microsoft finally has it right with Windows My gaming rig is ready I don't know if I am Windows".
Life happens fast and with Windows 10 by your side, you can easily keep up. With solid state drives and the latest technology, modern PCs offer faster speeds, security, durability, and great designs. From touchscreens, digital pens, and facial recognition, new PCs enable features that save you steps and are easy to use.
Touch, type, click, or pen—choose whatever fits your style. Expand All Collapse All. Support for Windows 7 is discontinued, but the software will continue to function. After 14 January , if your computer is running Windows 7, it will no longer receive security updates.
Therefore, it's important that you move to a modern operating system such as Windows 10, which can provide the latest security updates to help keep you and your data safer. In addition, Microsoft customer service will no longer be available to provide Windows 7 technical support. However, the best way to experience Windows 10 is on a new PC.
Answer a few online questions to find out if your Windows 7 PC is ready for Windows Or, have a look at new Windows 10 PCs. There was a promotional free upgrade offer available when Windows 10 first released, but that offer expired on 29 July You can purchase and download Windows 10 on your device today.
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Windows 7 More Support for Windows 7 ended on January 14, We recommend you move to a Windows 11 PC to continue to receive security updates from Microsoft. Need more help? Join the discussion. Was this information helpful? Yes No. Thank you! Any more feedback?
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