Description
Windows 10 is a Microsoft operating system released in July 2015. It is the successor to Windows 8.1 and remains widely used globally. Standard support for Windows 10 officially concluded on October 14, 2025, with Microsoft actively transitioning users to Windows 11.
What is Windows 10?
Windows 10 is a multitasking operating system designed to run on a wide variety of devices, including desktop computers, laptops, and tablets. When launched, it brought back the familiar Start Menu while incorporating a modern interface, live tiles, and built-in features like the Cortana digital assistant and Microsoft Edge browser.
Checking Your Windows 10 Details
To find out exactly which version, edition, or build of Windows 10 your computer is running, follow these steps:
- Click the Start button.
- Select Settings (the gear icon).
- Go to System.
- Scroll down and click About.
Under Device specifications and Windows specifications, you can view your system details, including your installed RAM, processor, and OS build.
End of Support Timeline
As of October 2025, Microsoft no longer provides free technical support, bug fixes, or standard security updates for Windows 10. To keep devices secure beyond this date, users are highly encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11. For devices that cannot support the newer OS, Microsoft provides a paid Extended Security Update (ESU) program.
Minimum System Requirements
The official baseline requirements by Microsoft for a functional Windows 10 installation include:
- Processor (CPU): 1 GHz or faster processor or System on a Chip (SoC).
- Memory (RAM): 1 GB for 32-bit; 2 GB for 64-bit.
- Hard Drive Space: 16 GB for 32-bit OS; 20 GB for 64-bit OS.
- Graphics Card: DirectX 9 or later with a WDDM 1.0 driver.
- Display: 800 x 600 resolution.
- Internet Access: Required for updates and to use certain features (like a Microsoft Account).
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.