1 out of 5 computer users are still using Windows 7

Recent report from NetMarketShare says, the market share of Windows in the last month was 20.41%. It is quite surprising that many people are still using the outdated Windows version.

Even worse, many people are still using Windows XP. The October 2020 data says, the market share of Windows XP is 0.87%.

The most recent Windows 10 has been seen uptake in users. it went up to 64.04% from 61.26% last month. There is minor rise in the Linux multiple distros market share as well. It went from from 1.14% to 1.65%. Ubuntu was recorded market share of 0.51% last month.

On the other hand, Mac OS X 10.15 recorded a minor drop from 5.11% to 4.88% in the market share this month.

As from the data above, it shows that of about 1 out of 5 computer users is using Windows 7. It could be because of large number of enterprises users.

Microsoft is allowing Windows 7 users to upgrade to Windows 10 for free using the Media Creating Tool. So, you can update to the latest windows version.

Here, you will not be required the license key. The older license is automatically converted to a Windows 10 digit license and will automatically link up with your Microsoft account. Also, you will be able to reinstall Window 10 or upgrade your hardware without paying Microsoft.

 As the Microsoft can stop allowing this Windows 10 upgrade loophole anytime, better if you grab this advantage as soon as possible.