Is it really necessary to abandon Windows 10 to use the latest versions of Adobe Bridge?

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Why can’t I update to Bridge 16.0.6 if my computer works perfectly well, simply because I don’t have Windows 11?

Adobe is dropping support for Windows 10. I know it is an old operating system and that it now receives very few updates, but is it really necessary to exclude all the users who are still using it?

Bridge is only the beginning. Next November, when the 2027 versions are released, what will happen if you don’t have Windows 11? Will we have to forget about continuing to use Bridge?

The easy answer would be to buy a new computer, but is that really an option for everyone? The current prices of RAM, storage, and graphics cards are absolutely crazy, and sadly, they seem likely to keep going up.

Wouldn’t it be possible for Adobe to continue supporting Windows 10 for a little longer, especially for applications like Bridge, which shouldn’t necessarily require the latest operating system technologies?

Erik Bloodaxe · Answer

It looks like the answer to your main question is yes. As fortechnical reasons, I don't know the answer but, at the risk of sounding rude and unhelpful,you might well ask why it won't run on even older operting systems such as Windows 95. Surely you shouldn't expect all software to be compatible with older operating systems and hardware? I understand your concern but there comes a time when one has to accept that one's system has past its sell by date.

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