Zorin OS 18 achieved over 100,000 downloads in just two days following its launch on October 14, 2025, coinciding with Windows 10's end of support. Over 72% of downloads came from Windows users seeking alternatives to avoid hardware upgrade requirements for Windows 11 or paying for extended Windows 10 support. The Ubuntu-based distribution includes features specifically designed for Windows migrants, such as expanded Windows application compatibility, OneDrive integration, and web app tools. If even a small fraction of Windows 10's 40% global market share switches to Linux, it could significantly boost Linux adoption and the open source community.