Do great things
Familiar and better than ever
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The most personal and natural experience
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Work across all of your devices
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Be more productive
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Feels familiar
Windows 10 is the familiar feel of Windows - only better. The Start menu is back and better than ever so you can expand and customize it.
Compatible
With Windows 10 you don't have to replace all your stuff.
Fast and Responsive
Technologies like InstantGo* let you boot up and resume quickly. Your apps and the web run speedy-fast because the system balances the memory and processor resources efficiently.
*Hardware dependent.
More protection. Prompt updates*
Windows Update provides more than just security updates and patches. Now you get prompt updates to help you stay current with the latest Windows experience.
*Internet connection required. ISP fees may apply.
Cortana
Cortana is your truly personal digital assistant who learns about you over time, and works across all your Windows 10 devices to help you get things done.*
*Cortana available in select global markets at launch. Cortana experience may vary by region and device.
Voice, pen and gesture*
More natural ways of interacting so you can choose what's best for you.
*Hardware dependent.
Start and Live tiles
Start and Live tiles At-a-glance view of everything that matters most.
Windows Hello*
You know Windows, now Windows knows you.
*Windows Hello requires specialized hardware, including fingerprint reader, illuminated IR sensor or other biometric sensors.
OneDrive*
Windows 10 comes with 15 GB of free OneDrive storage. Keep your photos, files and docs in one place - you can reach your stuff anytime, from anywhere and from any device whether it's Windows or not.
*Internet connection required. ISP fees may apply.
Continuum
With Continuum, apps and content will display beautifully in all modes, on all devices, even as you transition from one to another.*
*App experiences may vary.
First-party apps
Windows 10 comes with great built-in apps too, like Maps, Photos, Mail & Calendar, Music, Video, People, and Messaging.
Gaming & Xbox
Enjoy the biggest Xbox franchises, get the best of Xbox Live*, and use the Xbox app to connect to your Xbox community, achievements, and game collection - all on your Windows 10 device.
*Broadband internet required for some features (ISP fees apply). Xbox Live features only available with supported games in Xbox Live-supported countries, see xbox.com/live/countries.
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge is the all-new browser built to give you a better web experience, one that's made for easy reading, personal search recommendations, and effortless browsing.
Get organized*
Snap up to four apps on the screen and create new desktops for more space.
*The number of applications that can be snapped will depend upon the minimum resolution for the application.
Runs Office
The world's greatest productivity suite, on the world's most productive operating system.
Store and Apps*
Visit the new Windows Store, your one-stop shop for great games, apps, music, and video.
*ISP fees may apply.
Windows Feature Comparison
Features and Benefits | Windows 7 | Windows 8.1 | Windows 10 |
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Start MenuQuick access to what matters most | |||
Fast start upStart and resume quickly with Hyperboot & InstantGo1 | |||
Pinning appsPin favorite apps to taskbar | |||
PersonalisationMore ways to make your device a reflection of you | |||
Peace of MindPowerful security. Works with more of your existing equipment. | |||
A more personal and natural experience | |||
Cortana2Your own digital assistant to help get things done | |||
Windows Hello3Login securely with a look or a touch; no password needed | |||
OneDrive built inEasily access all your documents and photos in the cloud (15 GB of free storage) right from File Explorer | |||
Work the way you want across devices | |||
Continuum1Easily and instantly switch between desktop and tablet mode | |||
Great gaming4Best games, graphics and Xbox built-in | |||
Stay current5Automatic updates help you stay up-to-date on features and security | |||
Be more productive | |||
Microsoft EdgeNew browser built for all the things you do online | |||
Multi-taskingCreate virtual desktops and see open tasks in one view | |||
Windows StoreTons of apps and games - and now movies, music and TV shows, too6 |
- 1Hardware dependent
- 2Cortana available in select markets at launch; experience may vary by region and device
- 3Windows Hello requires specialized hardware, including fingerprint reader, illuminated IR sensor or other biometric sensors
- 4Broadband internet required for some features (ISP fees apply). Xbox Live only in supported games and countries, see xbox.com/live/countries. DirectX 12 only with supported games and graphics chips. For compatibility and other important installation information, see your device manufacturer's website and www.windows.com/windows10specs. Xbox One, PC/Tablet and Phone versions of games all sold separately.
- 5Additional software and/or hardware requirements will apply over time for updates.
- 6App and digital content availability and experience may vary by market