Windows 10, the company launched as a free download in July, powers both personal computers and devices such as phones. It replaced Windows 8, the much-criticized appointment system since 2012.Just over two months ago, said CEO Satya Nadella 110 million devices running Windows 10, that is, the system is now almost twice the number of mobile phones and PCs compared with before the holiday season."I would characterize this decision as hot white door," said Daniel Ives, an analyst at FBR Capital Markets, which has a rating of "outperform" rating on the stock.Much of the growth comes from consumer retail devices like Xbox console from Microsoft to help drive the adoption of Windows 10 games, the company said. Xbox busiest day ever was on December 28, he said.
But the ultimate success of Windows 10 will be judged by the collection rate among companies. About three quarters of Microsoft's enterprise customers are testing Windows 10, the company said.Microsoft also needs more mobile developers to build applications for Windows 10 to help catch up with players like Apple and its popular iPhone and iPad devices. He reported some progress in that area Monday, citing more visits to your Windows Store for applications such as video service Netflix and Pandora music service.
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