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Windows 10 is already on 14 million PCs, and the rush to upgrade is far from over

Published Jul 31st, 2015 7:45AM EDT
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Windows 10 is probably the most exciting Windows update we’ve seen in years. A massive number of Windows 7 and Windows 8 users have already upgraded to Windows 10, and the upgrade wave is far from over.

DON’T MISS: How to skip the queue and install Windows 10 right now

The new operating system brings several interesting features — including the new Start button, the Microsoft Edge browser or Cortana voice assistant integration — and has received very positive reviews so far, even though Microsoft still has plenty of bug squashing to do.

In just two days since Windows 10 was first released to the public, Microsoft has announced that the OS is already installed on some 14 million devices, with Windows Insiders having been the first to have received the update.

Furthermore, more Windows users who have preregistered for the update are waiting to upgrade, the company said. Microsoft revealed that the Windows 10 upgrade process will continue in phases over the coming days and weeks, suggesting there are plenty of users still waiting to receive the update.

If you haven’t already gotten your hands on Windows 10, make sure your PC compatible and then use this trick to bypass the queue.

Chris Smith Senior Writer

Chris Smith has been covering consumer electronics ever since the iPhone revolutionized the industry in 2008. When he’s not writing about the most recent tech news for BGR, he brings his entertainment expertise to Marvel’s Cinematic Universe and other blockbuster franchises.

Outside of work, you’ll catch him streaming almost every new movie and TV show release as soon as it's available.