Chances are good that you’ve heard about Windows: the boxes and windows
that greet you whenever you turn on your computer. In fact, millions of
people worldwide are puzzling over Windows as you read this book. Almost
every new computer and laptop sold today comes with Windows preinstalled,
ready to toss colorful boxes onto the screen.
This chapter helps you understand why Windows lives inside your computer, and
I introduce Microsoft’s latest Windows version, Windows 10. I explain how
Windows 10 differs from previous Windows versions and help you determine
whether you should upgrade your computer to Windows 10.
Finally, I explain what’s new in Windows 10 and how to install this upgrade onto
your Windows 7 or 8.1 computer….
