As of late 2025, an estimated still use Windows 7. The primary reasons for this persistence include: Win7 after XP -- First Impressions | Experts Exchange

: The Start menu included a powerful search bar that indexed files, programs, and Control Panel settings instantly.

(often abbreviated as Win7 ) remains one of the most beloved operating systems in Microsoft’s history, renowned for its stability, user-friendly interface, and performance improvements over its predecessor, Windows Vista. Although official support ended on January 14, 2020 , millions of users worldwide continue to run it on legacy hardware and specialized systems. The Rise of Windows 7