Everything You Should Know About the Launch of Windows 10

Windows 10 has finally made its grand entrance, and today is expected to be a busy day for the internet. An estimated 600 million people are poised to upgrade to the new operating system, an immense interest that Microsoft has had to manage strategically. Rather than impose limits on the number of downloads within a given timeframe, Microsoft has introduced a queueing system. You will need to register for the download in the lower right corner of the Windows system. Upon registration, you’ll receive a response with the procedures to follow and a link to the download. The time it takes to receive a response will vary and can take a few hours or even several days.

Several PC manufacturers, including digital titans like Dell and HP, have announced their plans to make the new Windows 10 operating system available to their users as quickly as possible. These companies are expected to begin selling new PCs boasting the pre-installed Windows 10 operating system starting this week in North America. Historically, major African markets such as Nigeria and South Africa typically begin receiving new releases like Windows 10 several weeks after their North American debut. Thus, it is anticipated that Windows 10 PCs will start arriving towards the end of August or early September. If the wait time seems too lengthy, consider investing in a new PC. Remember, only Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 are eligible for free upgrades.

With a whopping 600 million people eligible for upgrades, Microsoft’s prediction of achieving 1 billion Windows 10 devices by 2018 might not be too far-fetched, assuming demand for the new operating system continues to grow.

To get you well-acquainted with Windows 10 and its features, below are some articles that provide a deep dive into the new release:

1. [Here’s The New Browser From Microsoft Called “Microsoft Edge”](https://www.techbooky.com/post-title/heres-the-new-browser-from-microsoft-called-microsoft-edge/)

2. [Microsoft To Expand Cortana (its digital voice assistant service) To Android And iOS](https://www.techbooky.com/post-title/microsoft-to-expand-cortana-its-digital-voice-assistant-service-to-android-and-ios/)

3. [Windows 10 has a secret screen recording tool — here’s how to use it – Beta News](https://www.techbooky.com/post-title/windows-10-has-a-secret-screen-recording-tool-heres-how-to-use-it-beta-news/)

4. [Microsoft Predicts 1 billion Windos 10 Devices In Three Years](https://www.techbooky.com/post-title/microsoft-predicts-1-billion-windos-10-devices-in-three-years/)

5. [It’s easy to get your free upgrade – here’s how](http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-10-upgrade)

The widespread interest in Windows 10 shows just how big of an impact Microsoft continues to have in the tech world. As the world awaits the arrival of this new operating system with bated breath, one can only guess how this update will redefine our digital experience. Only time will match Microsoft’s ambitious prediction with reality.