Windows 11 is gaining popularity, although Windows 10 remains the favorite and Windows 7 is resistant to disappearing.

Windows 11 has experienced a significant increase in popularity, although it still lags behind its predecessor, Windows 10. According to data provided by Statcounter, in September, the market share of Windows 11 reached 33.37%, up from 30.83% in July. This represents a growth of more than 2.5% in just two months, indicating a shift in the trend of adoption of the operating system.

While Windows 10 continues to dominate the market with a share of 62.79%, the recent growth of Windows 11 is noteworthy, especially considering that in the past its adoption was much slower, increasing by only 0.6% per month during the period between 20% and 30%. Additionally, in the realm of PC gaming, Windows 11 has surpassed Windows 10 on Steam, a significant milestone for Microsoft.

Examining the reasons for this increase in the adoption of Windows 11, one of the most obvious is that Windows 10 is getting closer to the end of its support cycle, which will conclude in October 2025. This fact has led many users to consider upgrading to Windows 11, which may encourage those who have postponed enabling TPM, an essential feature for the security of the new operating system. The urgency to maintain an updated system is key for users who want to avoid paying for Windows 10 updates after the deadline.

Furthermore, Windows 11 has evolved significantly since its launch in October 2021, incorporating various features and functionalities that were not initially available, which may also be attracting more users.

Another factor that could influence the adoption of Windows 11 is the new AI-powered computers, although this effect is considered to be limited compared to the issue of Windows 10 support. It is also important to note that among the Windows 7 user base, which remains at around 3%, a large portion likely belongs to business environments with older systems and software that cannot be easily updated.

Finally, many of these Windows 7 devices may not be connected to the Internet, which would hinder their inclusion in usage statistics, adding another layer to the dynamics of Microsoft's operating system market.