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 is the successor to Windows 8.1 and was released for production on July 15, 2015 and for retail sale on July 29, 2015. Windows 10 continuously receives new versions that are available to users at no additional cost. Devices in enterprise environments may receive these updates at a slower rate or use long-term support stages, receiving only critical updates such as security fixes during their ten-year support life. One of the most notable features of Windows 10 is support for Universal Apps, an extension of Metro-style apps first introduced in Windows 8. Universal apps can be created to run across multiple Microsoft product families with nearly identical code , including computers, tablets and smartphones. , embedded systems, Xbox One, Surface Hub and mixed reality. Revised Windows user interface to handle transitions between mouse-based and touchscreen-optimized interface based on available input devices - especially on 2-in-1 PCs, updated Start menu to include traditional features on Windows 7 on both interfaces, includes a tiled Start menu in Windows 8. Windows 10 includes the Microsoft Edge web browser, a virtual desktop system, a window called Task View and a desktop management feature, support for fingerprint login and facial recognition, new security features for enterprise environments and DirectX 12