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'''Windows 10''' is an operating system developed by [[Microsoft]] as part of its [[Microsoft Windows]] family of operating systems.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2015/01/21/the-next-generation-of-windows-windows-10 |title=The Next Generation of Windows: Windows 10 |date=2015-01-21 |website=Microsoft Blog}}</ref> Released on {{Start date|2015|07|29}}, Windows 10 was designed as a unified operating system for personal computers, tablets, and embedded devices.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-specifications |title=Windows 10 Specifications |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | '''Windows 10''' is an operating system developed by [[Microsoft]] as part of its [[Microsoft Windows]] family of operating systems.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2015/01/21/the-next-generation-of-windows-windows-10 |title=The Next Generation of Windows: Windows 10 |date=2015-01-21 |website=Microsoft Blog}}</ref> Released on {{Start date|2015|07|29}}, Windows 10 was designed as a unified operating system for personal computers, tablets, and embedded devices.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-specifications |title=Windows 10 Specifications |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | ||
== Features == | ==Features== | ||
Windows 10 introduced several new features and improvements over its predecessor, [[Windows 8.1]]: | Windows 10 introduced several new features and improvements over its predecessor, [[Windows 8.1]]: | ||
* '''Start Menu''': A redesigned Start Menu combines elements of the traditional menu with modern live tiles.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://blogs.windows.com/windows/2015/07/15/windows-10-start-menu-overview/ |title=Windows 10 Start Menu Overview |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | *'''Start Menu''': A redesigned Start Menu combines elements of the traditional menu with modern live tiles.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://blogs.windows.com/windows/2015/07/15/windows-10-start-menu-overview/ |title=Windows 10 Start Menu Overview |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | ||
* '''Cortana''': Integration of the digital assistant, [[Cortana]], enabling voice-activated commands and reminders.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/cortana |title=Cortana in Windows 10 |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | *'''Cortana''': Integration of the digital assistant, [[Cortana]], enabling voice-activated commands and reminders.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/cortana |title=Cortana in Windows 10 |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | ||
* '''Microsoft Edge''': The introduction of the [[Microsoft Edge]] browser as the successor to [[Internet Explorer]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://blogs.microsoft.com/edge/microsoft-edge-launch/ |title=Microsoft Edge Launch Overview |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | *'''Microsoft Edge''': The introduction of the [[Microsoft Edge]] browser as the successor to [[Internet Explorer]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://blogs.microsoft.com/edge/microsoft-edge-launch/ |title=Microsoft Edge Launch Overview |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | ||
* '''Virtual Desktops''': Task View and support for creating multiple virtual desktops.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/virtual-desktops-in-windows-10-2bfc37da-a702-1ea5-4c1d-8d2a3882b5f5 |title=Using Virtual Desktops in Windows 10 |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | *'''Virtual Desktops''': Task View and support for creating multiple virtual desktops.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/virtual-desktops-in-windows-10-2bfc37da-a702-1ea5-4c1d-8d2a3882b5f5 |title=Using Virtual Desktops in Windows 10 |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | ||
* '''Windows Hello''': Biometric authentication for added security.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-hello |title=Windows Hello: Features and Benefits |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | *'''Windows Hello''': Biometric authentication for added security.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-hello |title=Windows Hello: Features and Benefits |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | ||
* '''Universal Apps''': Support for Universal Windows Platform (UWP) applications that work seamlessly across devices.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/uwp |title=Universal Windows Platform Overview |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | *'''Universal Apps''': Support for Universal Windows Platform (UWP) applications that work seamlessly across devices.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/uwp |title=Universal Windows Platform Overview |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | ||
== Editions == | ==Editions== | ||
Windows 10 is available in multiple editions tailored for various use cases: | Windows 10 is available in multiple editions tailored for various use cases: | ||
* '''Windows 10 Home''': Consumer-focused edition for PCs and tablets. | *'''Windows 10 Home''': Consumer-focused edition for PCs and tablets. | ||
* '''Windows 10 Pro''': Adds features for small businesses and power users. | *'''Windows 10 Pro''': Adds features for small businesses and power users. | ||
* '''Windows 10 Enterprise''': Designed for large organizations with advanced security and management features.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsforbusiness |title=Windows for Business Overview |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | *'''Windows 10 Enterprise''': Designed for large organizations with advanced security and management features.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsforbusiness |title=Windows for Business Overview |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | ||
* '''Windows 10 Education''': Customized for educational institutions. | *'''Windows 10 Education''': Customized for educational institutions. | ||
== Updates == | ==Updates== | ||
Windows 10 uses a service model called "Windows as a Service" (WaaS), delivering feature updates twice a year.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/release-health/windows-10-release-information |title=Windows 10 Release Information |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> Notable updates include: | Windows 10 uses a service model called "Windows as a Service" (WaaS), delivering feature updates twice a year.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/release-health/windows-10-release-information |title=Windows 10 Release Information |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> Notable updates include: | ||
* '''Anniversary Update''' (2016) | *'''Anniversary Update''' (2016) | ||
* '''Creators Update''' (2017) | *'''Creators Update''' (2017) | ||
* '''October 2020 Update''' (20H2) | *'''October 2020 Update''' (20H2) | ||
== Integration with AI == | ==Integration with AI== | ||
Windows 10 integrates with AI tools such as [[Cortana]] and [[Bing AI]], providing enhanced search and productivity features.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://blogs.microsoft.com/ai/cortana-and-bing-in-windows-10/ |title=AI Integration in Windows 10 |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | Windows 10 integrates with AI tools such as [[Cortana]] and [[Bing AI]], providing enhanced search and productivity features.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://blogs.microsoft.com/ai/cortana-and-bing-in-windows-10/ |title=AI Integration in Windows 10 |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | ||
== Reception == | ==Reception== | ||
Windows 10 received positive reviews for its usability, performance improvements, and security features.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.techradar.com/reviews/windows-10 |title=Windows 10 Review |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> However, it faced criticism for aggressive update policies and data collection practices.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.wired.com/2015/08/windows-10-privacy/ |title=Windows 10 Privacy Concerns |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | Windows 10 received positive reviews for its usability, performance improvements, and security features.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.techradar.com/reviews/windows-10 |title=Windows 10 Review |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> However, it faced criticism for aggressive update policies and data collection practices.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.wired.com/2015/08/windows-10-privacy/ |title=Windows 10 Privacy Concerns |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | ||
== Successor == | ==Successor== | ||
Windows 10 was succeeded by [[Windows 11]] on October 5, 2021.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2021/06/24/introducing-windows-11/ |title=Introducing Windows 11 |date=2021-06-24 |website=Windows Experience Blog}}</ref> Despite this, Microsoft continues to support Windows 10 with updates for certain editions.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle |title=Microsoft Lifecycle Policy |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | Windows 10 was succeeded by [[Windows 11]] on October 5, 2021.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2021/06/24/introducing-windows-11/ |title=Introducing Windows 11 |date=2021-06-24 |website=Windows Experience Blog}}</ref> Despite this, Microsoft continues to support Windows 10 with updates for certain editions.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle |title=Microsoft Lifecycle Policy |access-date=2024-12-14}}</ref> | ||
== See Also == | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Microsoft Windows]] | *[[Microsoft Windows]] | ||
* [[Windows 8.1]] | *[[Windows 8.1]] | ||
* [[Windows 11]] | *[[Windows 11]] | ||
* [[Microsoft Edge]] | *[[Microsoft Edge]] | ||
* [[Bing AI]] | *[[Bing AI]] | ||
== References == | ==References== | ||
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== External Links == | ==External Links== | ||
* [https://www.microsoft.com/windows Windows Official Website] | *[https://www.microsoft.com/windows Windows Official Website] | ||
* [https://support.microsoft.com/windows Windows Support Page] | *[https://support.microsoft.com/windows Windows Support Page] | ||
[[Category:Microsoft operating systems]] | [[Category:Microsoft operating systems]] | ||
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| Source Model | Closed-source (with open-source components) |
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| License | Proprietary commercial software |
| Website | Official Website |
Windows 10 is an operating system developed by Microsoft as part of its Microsoft Windows family of operating systems.[1] Released on Template:Start date, Windows 10 was designed as a unified operating system for personal computers, tablets, and embedded devices.[2]
Features
Windows 10 introduced several new features and improvements over its predecessor, Windows 8.1:
- Start Menu: A redesigned Start Menu combines elements of the traditional menu with modern live tiles.[3]
- Cortana: Integration of the digital assistant, Cortana, enabling voice-activated commands and reminders.[4]
- Microsoft Edge: The introduction of the Microsoft Edge browser as the successor to Internet Explorer.[5]
- Virtual Desktops: Task View and support for creating multiple virtual desktops.[6]
- Windows Hello: Biometric authentication for added security.[7]
- Universal Apps: Support for Universal Windows Platform (UWP) applications that work seamlessly across devices.[8]
Editions
Windows 10 is available in multiple editions tailored for various use cases:
- Windows 10 Home: Consumer-focused edition for PCs and tablets.
- Windows 10 Pro: Adds features for small businesses and power users.
- Windows 10 Enterprise: Designed for large organizations with advanced security and management features.[9]
- Windows 10 Education: Customized for educational institutions.
Updates
Windows 10 uses a service model called "Windows as a Service" (WaaS), delivering feature updates twice a year.[10] Notable updates include:
- Anniversary Update (2016)
- Creators Update (2017)
- October 2020 Update (20H2)
Integration with AI
Windows 10 integrates with AI tools such as Cortana and Bing AI, providing enhanced search and productivity features.[11]
Reception
Windows 10 received positive reviews for its usability, performance improvements, and security features.[12] However, it faced criticism for aggressive update policies and data collection practices.[13]
Successor
Windows 10 was succeeded by Windows 11 on October 5, 2021.[14] Despite this, Microsoft continues to support Windows 10 with updates for certain editions.[15]
See Also
References
- ↑ The Next Generation of Windows: Windows 10
- ↑ Windows 10 Specifications Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ Windows 10 Start Menu Overview Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ Cortana in Windows 10 Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ Microsoft Edge Launch Overview Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ Using Virtual Desktops in Windows 10 Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ Windows Hello: Features and Benefits Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ Universal Windows Platform Overview Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ Windows for Business Overview Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ Windows 10 Release Information Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ AI Integration in Windows 10 Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ Windows 10 Review Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ Windows 10 Privacy Concerns Accessed: 2024-12-14.
- ↑ Introducing Windows 11
- ↑ Microsoft Lifecycle Policy Accessed: 2024-12-14.