Why Many Users Are Holding Onto Windows 10
As of late September 2025, a significant number of users are still clinging to Windows 10, despite Microsoft’s push to transition everyone to Windows 11. The reasons for this reluctance are varied, but they often boil down to hardware limitations, dissatisfaction with the new operating system, and a general resistance to change.
For many users, like myself, the primary barrier to upgrading is hardware compatibility. After running the Windows PC Health Check app, I discovered that my seven-year-old laptop, powered by an Intel Core i3, does not meet the requirements for Windows 11. Upgrading would necessitate either investing in a new CPU or purchasing an entirely new laptop—both options that I am not willing to consider. My current machine performs adequately for my needs, and I see no reason to spend money unnecessarily when it continues to serve me well.