

Until Microsoft stops support for Windows 7, people will continue to choose it over the alternative. In fact, recent market share statistics revealed that users choosing to move on from Windows XP are actually opting for Windows 7 rather than Windows 8 or 8.1, with Microsoft's latest operating system not being welcomed as quickly as had been hoped. This doesn't mean Windows 8's predecessor is out of the game, however, and remains a popular option for consumers and business users alike. Support for Windows XP came to an end in April 2014, and Microsoft has set a date of January 2015 for the withdrawal of mainstream Windows 7 support.


Or, to find out what's in the latest technical preview build, take a look at our expert analysis. To find out when you can expect to get your hands on the full RTM version of Windows 10, click here.Ĭheck out how it stacks up against the previous OS in our full comparison: Windows 10 vs Windows 8.1. It's sporting some seriously cool features, too - the ability to flick between separate desktop environments, integration of Microsoft'sdigital assistant 'Cortana' and the return of the traditional start menu all have us pretty excited. This latest iteration of Microsoft's desktop OS looks set to leave both Windows 7 and Windows 8 in the dust, and we can't wait for the full release.
