A recent TechPowerUp poll reveals a major shift in user sentiment. Over 34,000 readers responded to a Q4 2025 survey, with 55.4% stating they'd consider moving from Windows to Linux. This comes as Microsoft officially ends support for Windows 10 and faces growing frustration with Windows 11's interface and bundled software.

The poll shows a stark divide among tech enthusiasts. Nearly two-thirds of respondents are disillusioned, with only 4.5% willing to switch to macOS and a marginal 1.9% considering a move to gaming consoles. Conversely, 38.2% remain committed to the Windows ecosystem, indicating a split in the PC community.

Comments point to specific pain points, including interface changes seen as a downgrade and the perceived bloat of products like Microsoft 365 and Copilot. With Windows 10's end-of-life in 2025, this survey signals a critical moment for Microsoft as it pushes users toward its newer, less-popular OS.