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  1. Mar 16, 2022 · Learn the possible reasons why Microsoft skipped Windows 9 and named its next major operating system Windows 10. Find out about the history, marketing, and compatibility issues behind the naming decision.

  2. Sep 12, 2023 · Any download called Windows 9 is more than likely just an attempt to infect your computer with a virus by masquerading as an update to Windows or as a "rare Windows version" that only select users can install. That, or the person sharing it just misnamed the download, but that's unlikely.

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  4. May 7, 2015 · The real reason why Windows 9 was ditched? We reckon it’s simply because Microsoft wanted to literally put some distance between the flop that was (and still is) Windows 8 and its successor. It’s a psychological play and a reference to the fact that Windows 10 is a big step on, and far removed, from Windows 8.

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  5. Feb 21, 2022 · The reasons we have from official sources describe the motivation behind Microsoft skipping Windows 9 as simple marketing. According to acclaimed Microsoft insider Mary Jo Foley, the company went with “Windows 10” because it wanted to signify that the OS would be the last major Windows update.

  6. Jun 10, 2021 · Windows 9 is a fan-made project that claims to be based on Windows 9 Technical Preview build 9838/45, but with some changes and additions. It is not an official release from Microsoft and may contain errors, viruses or bugs.

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  8. Nov 20, 2018 · On Tuesday, September 30, Microsoft will hold an event in San Francisco where the company will begin to reveal what is next for its Windows operating system (with a specific focus for their...

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