Unfolding Microsoft Windows: 10 Brief Facts You Might Not Know

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Unfolding Microsoft Windows: 10 Brief Facts You Might Not Know

By: Karam

14 June 2023

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Microsoft introduced Windows 1.0 in 1985 as a graphical operating system shell for MS-DOS.

Windows Debut

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Windows 3.0, launched in 1990, brought major success and set a benchmark for GUI-based OS.

Game Changer

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The iconic Start Menu made its first appearance in Windows 95.

Start Menu Arrival

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Windows 98 was the first version designed specifically for consumers, integrating the Internet seamlessly.

Internet Integration

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Windows XP, released in 2001, is considered one of the most successful versions of Windows.

XP Popularity

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Microsoft's line of Windows NT operating systems, starting from NT 3.1, provide the foundation for all modern Windows versions.

Windows NT

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Windows Vista faced heavy criticism for performance issues and high system requirements.

Vista Criticism

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Windows 8 introduced a touch-optimized interface, reflecting the rising popularity of touchscreen devices.

Touch-Friendly

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Windows 10 saw the integration of Cortana, Microsoft's voice-controlled digital assistant.

Cortana Integration

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As of Windows 10, Microsoft shifted to a "Windows as a Service" model, delivering smaller, regular updates rather than large-scale version upgrades.

Continual Updates