Anyone else switch to Windows 10?

[Armybrat]

My last desktop computer was coal-fired.

[ltxi]

I feel the same way...... about APPLE!

That was me, also, up until about 10 years ago. Then began to relent. Really began softening about five years ago. After the functional demise of BlackBerry drove me to iPhones (MS Mobile platform's a non-starter plus Google is evil and I'll have nothing whatever to do with the Android OS) I've rather quickly become an Apple advocate.

[Baklash]

I like the idea of a dual boot but hadn't ever looked into downloading a copy . It might be the right time. The tech who worked on my SGI Onyx and Octane computers at work 6 years ago had a dual boot laptop with Red Hat Linux and Windows XP. It's a good idea.

I always get dual boots.....one left and one right. They always come that way. Other than that I have no earthly idea what you're talking about.

[O'Dell]

That's funny!! Apple hasn't had the same history of virus infestations like MS.

Only because it's not worth the time of the virus writers to target Apple because so few people use it compared to Windows. As far as viruses on Windows based systems, I don't remember the last time I had a dangerous virus or a malware program and I started with 3.0 - DOS before that. It's not that hard to protect yourself.

My problem with Apple goes back over 25 years when I had a knock-down, drag-out with Steve Jobs at a conference here in Atlanta. I hate to speak ill of the dead, but he was a real jerk. On the other hand, I've always found Bill Gates to be pleasant and accommodating. Never was that fond of Ballmer, though.

[340pd]

If you struggle with the controls of any windows product take a look at this free download. It will take your controls appearance back to whatever version of Windows you like best. http://www.classicshell.net/

As for Windows 10, I will wait for six months or so. At the ever declining prices of desktops it may just make sense to buy one with everything installed. I have had great luck at my local Micro Center store.

If it is not too late, before you jump right in to Windows 10 please consider......

http://www.slate.com/articles/techno...plug_them.html

[TheTman]

I like Apple, but the problem with them is you can't build you own computers, and you're stuck buying relatively expensive Apple computers. Many scientists and Artists and Musicians use Apple because it doesn't crash as often as Microsoft systems and as mentioned doesn't get near the virus activity. I haven't ever bought a computer, I've always built my own. That way I know I'm getting fully compatible parts.

[gunmut]

Gave the Apple/Mac a try a few years ago, didn't work for me. If you need to interface in the business world with others, MS and office has you by the short hairs.

[OldLincoln]

Based on the "wear it down till you understand it" concept, I spent all day yesterday on the borrowed laptop with W10. It is very different and still a big challenge but I am able to get by as a novice beginner. My biggest challenge is not have a file manager worth a hang. This one tries to out think me instead of showing me the friggin files. Now I'm thinkin it's a bloody liberal system hiding the truth behind glitz and glamour knowing what's best for me. If I can find a good file manager app for it I'll be okay after a couple months.

[Bawanna]

I just love it when Old Lincoln starts a cussing. Makes my day.

You guys are so smart, I'm plumb envious. I wouldn't know a file manager from a produce manager.

[Longitude Zero]

Should you upgrade? I would at least download a copy and burn a disk of it while it's being offered free. If you have Windows 7 and are using a desktop, and hate change, I'd probably not update. If I had a desktop with Windows 8, I think I would definitely do the update. There isn't anything I really hate about Windows 10 so far. It's close enough to Windows 7 that I can find everything ok. IF the upgrade goes well, you won't lose any of your documents or pictures or anything, but you should probably back them up just in case before doing the upgrade.

Agreed. Sans a touch screen I would not upgrade.

[OldFatGuy]

I did a little reading about upgrading on a dual boot machine, and people that have used Windows Media Installation Tool didn't have any problems. So I downloaded it and it immediately gave me an error and said I needed to update my Windows 10! Then I discovered a little window hiding in the background that had 2 options, install new or upgrade this windows. So I upgraded, it took some time but it upgraded without incident. My dual boot in still intact. I think Windows 10 isn't bad, but it's slower than Linux. If I had a faster machine, I would probably use it.

[O'Dell]

I did a little reading about upgrading on a dual boot machine, and people that have used Windows Media Installation Tool didn't have any problems. So I downloaded it and it immediately gave me an error and said I needed to update my Windows 10! Then I discovered a little window hiding in the background that had 2 options, install new or upgrade this windows. So I upgraded, it took some time but it upgraded without incident. My dual boot in still intact. I think Windows 10 isn't bad, but it's slower than Linux. If I had a faster machine, I would probably use it.

That's the mistake I made - I installed new. I was in a hurry and missed the message, although I should have known better. I had already read that the upgrade has to be installed first. Oh well, I paid for my mistake with time spent correcting the error.

[TennSCN]

I did my first Win-10 upgrade on a tablet yesterday. I did the upgrade then left it plugged in and running so it can catch up on the updates for a day. I'll get back to it in a few days, run the updates again then see what its about.

Something I read was, take your time during the process. Read the install screens, then read the setup screens. Many of the 'spy features' can be switched off at initial setup if desired. For those wanting a 'clean install' during the upgrade process:, it will do it if you know where to look.

Write all files you want to keep over to another drive. Start the upgrade and select, "Upgrade this PC"

At this screen, click the "Change what to keep" link, which:


takes you to this selection:


Here, you can keep all files and apps (upgrade), files only (migrate) or nothing (clean install). Continue with the upgrade process and setup; this will register your original key with Microsoft as an upgrade.

Since I build my own machines, I will take this 'clean install' path on my desktop after I replace the MB and CPU which is overdue several generations. BTW, Microsoft says this upgrade is only good for the 'life of the installed machine'.

Hope it helps someone...