Recent data indicates a significant decline in the market share of Windows 10, as users transition to newer operating systems. According to StatCounter's March 2025 report, Windows 10's share among desktop operating systems dropped to 54.23%, down from 58.83% in the previous month. Conversely, Windows 11 experienced a notable increase, rising to 42.66% from 38% in February 2025. (borncity.com)
This shift is largely attributed to Microsoft's announcement that support for Windows 10 will end in October 2025, prompting users to upgrade to Windows 11. The transition is further influenced by Windows 11's enhanced features and improved performance, which appeal to both individual users and enterprises.
However, it's important to approach these statistics with caution. Critics have pointed out potential flaws in StatCounter's methodology, such as tracking pageviews instead of unique devices, which may not accurately represent actual usage. Additionally, the data is sourced from a limited pool of websites, potentially skewing the results. (undercodenews.com)
Despite these concerns, the overall trend suggests a gradual decline in Windows 10's popularity as users prepare for the end of its support lifecycle. This underscores the importance for users to plan their migration strategies to newer operating systems to ensure continued security and support.
Source: ИА Ореанда-Новости The popularity of Windows 10 has plummeted
