Windows 10

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Windows 10

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File:Windows 10 Start Menu.png The Start menu in Windows 10
Developer	Microsoft
OS family	Microsoft Windows
Working state	Current
Source model	Closed-source / Shared source
Initial release	July  29, 2015 (2015-07-29)
Latest release	22H2 (10.0.19045.3448) / September  12, 2023 (2023-09-12)
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Marketing target	Personal computing
Available in	Multilingual
Update method	Windows Update, Windows Store, Windows Server Update Services
Package manager	Windows Package Manager, MSI, AppX
Platforms	IA-32, x86-64, ARM, ARM64
Kernel type	Hybrid kernel
Userland	Windows API, NTVDM
Default user interface	Windows Shell (Graphical), Command-line
License	Proprietary commercial software
Preceded by	Windows 8.1
Succeeded by	Windows 11
Official website	www.microsoft.com/windows

Windows 10 is a major release of the Microsoft Windows operating system. It was officially unveiled in September 2014 following a brief demo at Build 2014. The operating system entered a public beta testing process in October 2014, leading up to its consumer release on July 29, 2015. Windows 10 was designed to address shortcomings in the user interface introduced with Windows 8 by adding mechanisms to improve the user experience for non-touchscreen devices, such as desktop computers and laptops.

Features

Windows 10 introduces the Start menu, a feature that was removed in Windows 8. The Start menu combines the traditional layout found in Windows 7 with the live tiles introduced in Windows 8. Other notable features include the Microsoft Edge web browser, the Cortana virtual assistant, and support for Universal Windows Platform (UWP) apps.

User Interface

The user interface of Windows 10 is designed to be more familiar to users of Windows 7, with a focus on desktop and laptop computers. The Task View feature allows users to create and switch between multiple virtual desktops. The Action Center provides a unified place for notifications and quick actions.

Security

Windows 10 includes several new security features, such as Windows Hello, which allows users to log in using biometric authentication, and Device Guard, which helps protect against malware. The operating system also includes Windows Defender, a built-in antivirus program.

Updates

Windows 10 is serviced by regular updates, which include security patches, new features, and performance improvements. These updates are delivered through Windows Update and can be deferred by enterprise users.

Editions

Windows 10 is available in several editions, each aimed at different markets and device types. The main editions are:

• Windows 10 Home: Designed for consumer users.
• Windows 10 Pro: Includes additional features for business environments.
• Windows 10 Enterprise: Offers advanced features for large organizations.
• Windows 10 Education: Tailored for use in schools and educational institutions.

System Requirements

The minimum system requirements for Windows 10 are:

• Processor: 1 GHz or faster processor or SoC
• RAM: 1 GB for 32-bit or 2 GB for 64-bit
• Hard disk space: 16 GB for 32-bit OS or 20 GB for 64-bit OS
• Graphics card: DirectX 9 or later with WDDM 1.0 driver
• Display: 800x600 resolution

Reception

Windows 10 received generally positive reviews upon its release, with critics praising the return of the Start menu, the new features, and the overall performance improvements. However, some criticism was directed at the mandatory update system and privacy concerns.

Related Pages

• Microsoft Windows
• Windows 8
• Windows 7
• Microsoft Edge
• Cortana
• Universal Windows Platform
• Windows Update

See Also

• List of Microsoft Windows versions
• Comparison of Microsoft Windows versions
• History of Microsoft Windows