Can You Use Windows 8.1 In 2026?

Windows 8 was widely considered a commercial failure. Launched in October 2012, it turned away longtime users by forcing a touch-centric mobile interface onto traditional desktop PCs without providing a way to boot directly to the classic Start Menu. While Windows 8.1 successfully fixed many usability issues introduced by the widely criticised Windows 8, users generally still preferred the older Windows 7 or opted to upgrade to the much more successful Windows 10 when it became available. But, can it still be used today? In this video, we will explore the usability of Windows 8.1 in 2026. 00:00 - Introduction 00:39 - Who Still Uses Windows 8.1? 02:14 - Software Support 04:39 - Security 06:32 - Alternatives To Windows 8.1 08:01 - End Screen If you want to stay up to date with more insightful content like this, then don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. To receive notifications whenever our channel posts new content, you can also click on the bell icon.