It is the successor to Windows 81
Windows 10 Pro Overview Windows 10 is a series of personal computer operating systems produced by Microsoft as part of the Windows NT family of operating systems. It was released to manufacturing on July 15, 2015, and to retail on July 29, 2015.
Windows 10 receives new releases on a rolling basis, which are available to consumers at no additional cost
Devices in enterprise environments may receive these updates more slowly, or may use the Long Term Support roadmap, which receives only critical updates, such as security patches, over a ten-year extended support period. One of the most important features of Windows 10 is support for universal apps, an extension of the Metro-style apps first introduced in Windows 8.
, embedded systems, Xbox One, Surface Hub, and Mixed Reality
Universal apps can be designed to run across multiple Microsoft product families with nearly identical code, including PCs, tablets, and smartphones. The Windows user interface has been revised to allow for transitions between a mouse-centric interface and a touch-optimized interface based on available input devices, especially on 2-in-1 PCs, both interfaces feature a revamped Start menu that includes traditional Windows 7 elements.
The Start menu with Windows 8 tiles
Windows 10 also introduced the Microsoft Edge web browser, a virtual desktop system, Task View for window and desktop management, support for fingerprint and facial recognition logins, new security features for enterprise environments, and DirectX 12.