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Windows 11 becomes most popular OS for PC gaming
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Windows 11 Overtakes Windows 10 in PC Gaming
Microsoft's Windows 11 has become the most popular operating system for PC gaming, surpassing Windows 10 for the first time since its 2021 launch. Steam's August hardware survey reveals Windows 11 usage at 49%, while Windows 10 dropped to 47%.
Windows 11 adoption is finally heading in the right direction for Microsoft, despite initial slower uptake due to stricter hardware requirements.
While Windows 11 adoption has been slower than its predecessor, its market share has grown from 23% to 32% over the past year. Microsoft plans to end support for Windows 10 in October 2025, potentially driving further adoption of the newer OS.
- Windows 11 surpasses Windows 10 usage on Steam for the first time.
- Steam survey shows Windows 11 at 49% usage, Windows 10 at 47%.
- Windows 11 adoption growing slower than Windows 10 due to hardware requirements.
- Microsoft plans to charge for Windows 10 support after October 2025.
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