If you’ve been holding back on that Windows 11 upgrade for months, you’re not alone. “I don’t need it,” “I don’t want to risk a fresh install,” “My apps don’t work on Windows 11 yet”—these are the most common reasons people leave their PCs on Windows 10. It’s tempting to think you’re saving time, money, or even sanity. The reality is that skipping the upgrade is a gamble with several hidden stakes that can bite hard in the short and long term. Below, we break down the implica
