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40 years of Windows: From graphical revolution to AI-powered future
In this deep-dive episode, we explore one of technology's most remarkable evolution stories: the 40-year journey of Microsoft Windows from a simple graphical layer atop MS-DOS to today's AI-powered platform that dominates 70% of global computing.
We'll take you through the revolutionary moments that changed how billions of people interact with technology:
The pre-Windows era when command-line interfaces ruled and MS-DOS required memorising complex commands
Windows 1.0's bold attempt at bringing graphical interfaces to IBM PCs in 1985
The Windows 95 cultural phenomenon that sold 40 million copies in its first year and gave us the iconic Start Menu
Windows XP's unprecedented longevity and the Luna theme that defined a decade
The controversial Windows 8 touch-first revolution that divided users
Windows 10's "as a Service" model that changed how operating systems are delivered
Windows 11's AI integration through Copilot, transforming computers into intelligent assistants
We'll also tackle the critical October 14, 2025 deadline when Windows 10 support ends, what this means for users worldwide, and why the transition to Windows 11 represents more than just an upgrade, it's the gateway to AI-powered computing.
With over 1.4 billion Windows PCs worldwide, a 26+ million strong developer community, and a $22+ billion annual revenue stream, Windows isn't just software, it's the foundation of modern computing infrastructure.
Join us as we examine how Windows survived competitive threats from Apple and Linux, adapted to the Internet age, revolutionised PC gaming through DirectX, and now positions itself at the forefront of the AI revolution. The platform that once eliminated the need to memorise DOS commands now aims to eliminate complex application interfaces entirely through natural language AI interactions.
Whether you remember installing Windows 95 from dozens of floppy disks, spent hours customizing your Windows XP desktop, or are currently exploring Windows 11's Copilot features, this episode will give you a comprehensive understanding of how Windows shaped, and continues to shape, the digital world.
The next chapter in computing history is being written right now, and it speaks in natural language.
Read more: https://theurb.co/windows-40-years
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By The Urban HeraldIn this deep-dive episode, we explore one of technology's most remarkable evolution stories: the 40-year journey of Microsoft Windows from a simple graphical layer atop MS-DOS to today's AI-powered platform that dominates 70% of global computing.
We'll take you through the revolutionary moments that changed how billions of people interact with technology:
The pre-Windows era when command-line interfaces ruled and MS-DOS required memorising complex commands
Windows 1.0's bold attempt at bringing graphical interfaces to IBM PCs in 1985
The Windows 95 cultural phenomenon that sold 40 million copies in its first year and gave us the iconic Start Menu
Windows XP's unprecedented longevity and the Luna theme that defined a decade
The controversial Windows 8 touch-first revolution that divided users
Windows 10's "as a Service" model that changed how operating systems are delivered
Windows 11's AI integration through Copilot, transforming computers into intelligent assistants
We'll also tackle the critical October 14, 2025 deadline when Windows 10 support ends, what this means for users worldwide, and why the transition to Windows 11 represents more than just an upgrade, it's the gateway to AI-powered computing.
With over 1.4 billion Windows PCs worldwide, a 26+ million strong developer community, and a $22+ billion annual revenue stream, Windows isn't just software, it's the foundation of modern computing infrastructure.
Join us as we examine how Windows survived competitive threats from Apple and Linux, adapted to the Internet age, revolutionised PC gaming through DirectX, and now positions itself at the forefront of the AI revolution. The platform that once eliminated the need to memorise DOS commands now aims to eliminate complex application interfaces entirely through natural language AI interactions.
Whether you remember installing Windows 95 from dozens of floppy disks, spent hours customizing your Windows XP desktop, or are currently exploring Windows 11's Copilot features, this episode will give you a comprehensive understanding of how Windows shaped, and continues to shape, the digital world.
The next chapter in computing history is being written right now, and it speaks in natural language.
Read more: https://theurb.co/windows-40-years