Steam continues to share the results of its regular hardware and software surveys conducted every month. Recently, the platform released data covering October. So, what are the most preferred operating systems among players on Steam?
Most Preferred Operating Systems – October 2024
Steam shared the most used operating systems for October. In this regard, Windows 11 saw an increase of 4.28% compared to September, raising its market share to 51.97%, placing it at the top of the list.
On the second spot is Windows 10, which experienced a decline of 2.78% compared to September, with a market share of 45.95%. Meanwhile, Windows 7, which once dominated the market but has recently lost support for updates, recorded a market share of only 0.23% after a slight decrease of 0.08% last month.
Windows 11 System Requirements
- Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster, with 2 or more cores, compatible 64-bit processor or System on a Chip (SoC)
- RAM: 4 gigabytes (GB)
- Storage: 64 GB or larger storage device
- Firmware: UEFI, with Secure Boot capability
- TPM: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0
- Graphics Card: Compatible with DirectX 12 or later with WDDM 2.0 driver
- Display: High-definition (720p) display greater than 9 inches diagonally, with 8 bits per color channel
- Internet Connection and Microsoft Accounts: For the Home edition of Windows 11, an internet connection and a Microsoft account are required to complete the device setup upon first use. An internet connection is also necessary for updates and to access certain features across all Windows 11 versions.
What are your thoughts on this topic? Which version do you prefer? Don’t forget to share your opinions in the comments section!
