Windows desktop market-share data flipped twice this summer: after StatCounter showed Windows 11 briefly overtaking Windows 10 in July 2025, August’s snapshot reversed some of that gain and put Windows 11 back under the 50% mark while Windows 10 recovered several points—an unexpected wobble with...
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Valve’s ambitious gamble on Linux-based SteamOS is beginning to pay off, as the OS quietly erodes Windows 11’s supremacy in the gaming space. Latest data from the July 2025 Steam Hardware & Software survey shows SteamOS posting its highest growth rate yet, while Microsoft’s flagship Windows 11...
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A subtle yet unmistakable shift is underway in the PC gaming world—a space long dominated by Windows—thanks to fresh data from Valve’s July 2025 Steam Hardware & Software Survey. While Windows retains a formidable 95.1% market share among Steam users, Linux, most notably via SteamOS and the...
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Based on the official Microsoft page, here's a summary of why Windows 11 is being promoted as "the best OS for gaming"—especially on new Copilot+ PCs:
Key Reasons Windows 11 is Marketed as the Best OS for Gaming
1. Performance & Speed
Copilot+ PCs: Claim up to 58% faster performance than...
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As end-of-support for Windows 10 draws near, evidence is mounting that the PC gaming landscape is shifting—perhaps more quickly than many expected. This sea change is readily apparent in the latest results from Steam’s highly influential Hardware and Software Survey, which has become an industry...
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Valve's latest Steam Hardware & Software Survey for May 2025 reveals a significant shift in the gaming community's operating system preferences, with Windows 11 now leading the pack. The survey indicates that Windows 11 has reached a new high, capturing 58.3% of the market share among Steam...
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Microsoft's strategic pivot in the gaming hardware landscape has recently come into sharp focus. The tech giant has reportedly shelved its plans for a native Xbox handheld console, redirecting its efforts toward enhancing the gaming capabilities of Windows 11 and collaborating with third-party...
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For years, speculation about Microsoft entering the gaming handheld market has captivated both tech insiders and the Xbox community at large. Official hints from Xbox executives, coupled with industry leaks, have further fueled these rumors, suggesting Microsoft was actively developing a...
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Valve’s relentless iterative development of SteamOS has quietly upended the balance of power in the handheld PC gaming market. While Microsoft’s Windows 11 continues to dominate traditional desktops and laptops, it now faces a serious challenger in a domain increasingly defined by portability...
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The gaming handheld market is hotter than ever, and Lenovo’s Legion Go S is shaping up to be a major contender—with one huge twist. Recent test results and hands-on experiences are turning the long-held assumption that “Windows is best for PC gaming” on its head. In a dramatic shift that’s...
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Here is a summary of the article from Gagadget.com that discusses the advantages of SteamOS over Windows 11 on the Lenovo Legion Go S, as proven by YouTube blogger Dave2D:
Performance: On the Lenovo Legion Go S, SteamOS delivers 5-15% better performance in games compared to Windows 11, except...
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For gamers exploring the cutting edge of portable PC gaming, the arrival of official SteamOS support for Lenovo’s Legion Go S has set the scene for a significant shake-up in a market long-dominated by Windows. While Microsoft’s operating system remains the default on the vast majority of...
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When Lenovo announced the Legion Go S, a sleek gaming handheld available in both white and black variants, most observers simply expected minor differences between the two—color, perhaps, or included software. Yet the industry has been seized by a shockwave following the initial direct...
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Here’s a summary of the Gearrice article “Forget Windows 11: Commodore OS Vision 3.0 is the retro system you’ve been waiting for”:
Commodore OS Vision 3.0 is a Linux-based operating system revived to emulate classic Commodore systems while bringing them to the modern era. Originally started by...
FromSoftware's upcoming title, Elden Ring: Nightreign, has unveiled its PC system requirements, offering insights into the hardware needed for both minimum and recommended settings. Notably, while the game is accommodating in terms of GPU demands, it recommends Windows 11 for optimal...
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SteamOS promised a streamlined, console-like experience for PC gaming handhelds, yet installing it on a device not designed from the ground up to support it can lead to more headaches than hoped-for improvements. One early adopter recently shared their experience running SteamOS on the Asus ROG...
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Valve’s latest move is turning heads in the handheld gaming arena. In a surprise twist that could shake up the world of portable gaming, the company behind the Steam platform has rolled out SteamOS 3.7.0 Preview—a significant update that not only polishes features for the Steam Deck but also...
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For decades, Windows has been the default choice for PC gaming—but what if you could streamline and tailor your gaming experience even further? Enter Bazzite, an unofficial take on a SteamOS-like interface that brings a fresh perspective to gaming PCs. Far from being just another Linux...
In a world increasingly moving toward open-source solutions, Nitrux Linux 3.6.0 has emerged as a compelling alternative for those contemplating a shift from Microsoft Windows 11. This transition is particularly relevant for users frustrated with the operational demands or performance issues of...
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As the operating systems landscape evolves, Microsoft has been on a quest to persuade users to transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Despite the reluctance shown by some users, recent data reveals a significant shift in the gaming community's preferences. According to the latest statistics...
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