Time for a PC upgrade? Major study finds workplace devices are way behind on installing the latest updates — with Windows much worse than macOS

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• Outdated devices increase instability and put enterprise security at serious risk
• Windows and Mac laptops face uneven update adoption across global organizations
• Application crashes and forced shutdowns disrupt employee workflows and productivity

Many workplace devices are running outdated software, leaving enterprises exposed to stability issues and security gaps that can disrupt workflows.

New data from Omnissa found update adoption differs across platforms, and delayed patching often causes inconsistent performance across mixed fleets of business laptops and desktops.

The research reveals that enterprises often consider Macs a six-year asset, while Windows PCs tend to be replaced after about three years.

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