These were the "closing thoughts" of the report...

Is Windows 10 a more secure version of Windows? Even from the limited information put into this white paper, we can tell that it is. However, the question that is likely to be on most Windows users' minds is whether it is a better version of Windows. The answer to that question is a little more complicated: Microsoft is clearly in the midst of transitioning from a waterfall development model of releasing a major new version of Windows every few years to a more agile development model which allows them to continuously update the operating system not just to add new features and functionality, but to change existing behaviors as well. For people used to relying on their computers working in a predictable way, this can be frustrating. But it also means that instead of purchasing new licenses every few years, they will always have the latest version of Windows, with all of updates and security features applied cumulatively to their operating system. Microsoft has been heavy - handed in its pushing of Windows 10's upgrades to its "legacy installed base" of Windows 8.1 and Windows 7 users, which some find overly paternalistic and intrusive. Yet, at the same time, it has been shown that older versions of Windows are less secure and more likely to be attacked, serve as jumping - off points for further attacks, or both. Ultimately, it is up to each computer owner to decide whether or not they want to upgrade to Windows 10 . By presenting this white paper, we hope to have provided you with enough information about Windows 10's security benefits to help you make your decision. For questions and comments relating to this white paper, please contact the author care of [email protected].

I'd say that's a fair summary... definately more secure but questionably better.