Windows platform remains the most common desktop operating system. And probably to increase the proportion of latest Windows 10, Microsoft decided to deprive the Windows 8.1 and Windows 7 support for new processors. In other words, computers and laptops with the new processors will only work on Windows 10.
In his blog, Microsoft confirmed that the computers in the new processors Intel, AMD and Qualcomm will only work on Windows 10. Install them on Windows 8.1, 7 or later version operating system is likely to fail. It turns out, Microsoft is forcing users to upgrade to Windows 10.
"Windows 10 will be the only operating system Windows, working on the new chips Intel Kaby Lake, Qualcomm 8996 and AMD Bristol Ridge", - said in a press release Microsoft.
Recall support for Windows 7 and 8.1 will run until January 14, 2020 and before January 10, 2023, respectively. During this time, the platform will continue to receive updates, but taking into account the new hardware limitations.