Zorin OS 18 had the "biggest launch ever", with over 100,000 downloads in 2 days, according to its makers.
The Ubuntu-based Linux distro was launched on the same day Windows 10 support ended, October 14, which proved to be a strategic move.
the "biggest launch ever"
Over 72% of downloads came from Windows users, indicating the company's promotional efforts to persuade users to try Zorin OS have been successful.
Microsoft's decision to require TPM 2.0 and specific CPU series for Windows 11 has likely contributed to the surge in Zorin OS downloads, as users seek alternatives to avoid creating e-waste.
Author's summary: Zorin OS 18 breaks download record.