Windows 10
Jul 13, 2015 09:58:59 #
I have searched UHH for discussions on the wisdom of upgrading to Win 10 and it looks like it is best to hold off for a while to see what shakes out of the transition. However, the little window icon at the bottom right of my screen beckons. What would be the danger and complications involved in moving from 8.1 to 10 and would there be any impact on Photoshop CC and Lightroom CC both of which I have? I am sure it will not hurt the PP programs but wonder if it would produce a confusing mess to relearn, as win 8 was. I now have the shell and use the old screen as it was in win 7. Will keeping that "old" screen be a problem in Win 10?
Any light anyone could shed on this would be appreciated.
Any light anyone could shed on this would be appreciated.
Jul 13, 2015 10:17:50 #
sodapop wrote:
I have searched UHH for discussions on the wisdom ... (show quote)
sodapop,
Based on past history with Microsoft and it's new Windows versions sinceWin-98 you are wise to let the bugs shake out before upgrading.
As for that annoying little icon, in the bottom right corner of the screen, begging you to upgrade, that is a recent update installed on your system a few months ago. You can search Google, or go to Windows Support and search for the update that installed that special update and remove the update.
This kind of crap is why we should always check uot the update before installing them from Microsoft.
Michael G
Jul 13, 2015 10:22:50 #
sodapop wrote:
I have searched UHH for discussions on the wisdom ... (show quote)
You'll likely have to venture to other sites to get the 'skinny' on Win 10. There are some out there (just Google "Windows 10" ) that I have read. I see no major detriment to the upgrade. In fact, I use Logitech mice that employ their 'hyper scroll' technology. I have for years. I love it, but on my desktop, Win 8.1 just doesn't work correctly, so I've had to abandon that technology. I'm very hopeful that Win10 eliminates this issue. Logitech, Dell nor Microsoft have provided any joy over the issue.
I also expect to see improvements in the interface. Microsoft tried to push everyone to "touch" screens with Win8/8.1 and most were not ready for that. I'll likely never be ready for that.
So, I'm gonna do the upgrade. I've reserved copies for my desktop and notebook. Looks like it'll be here in a couple of weeks.
Jul 13, 2015 10:24:06 #
sodapop wrote:
I have searched UHH for discussions on the wisdom ... (show quote)
I have been using the Windows 10 tech preview for months now and find it easier to use than Win 8.1. You can still use the Command prompt if that was what you are referring to. They have also brought a form of start menu back. It has also been 100% compatible with all apps I have tried. I have not tried PS or LR. I would wait a few weeks to see what issues pop-up I have it on a VM so I can roll it back in a few seconds.
Jul 13, 2015 10:39:44 #
Like skiman, I have been running Win 10 tech preview for several months. All of my programs including PS/LR CC work just fine. I went from Win 7 to 10, and had never used Win 8 until last week when we got a new computer at work, FWIW, I really don't like 8, but with the return of the start menu in Win 10, the transition from 7 to 10 was quite easy.
Jul 13, 2015 10:44:00 #
Jul 13, 2015 10:44:58 #
Thanks for your reply. The little icon says "get Windows 10" so I took that to mean that clicking it would start the path to the Windows 10 switch/upgrade.
Armadillo wrote:
sodapop, br br Based on past history with Microso... (show quote)
Jul 13, 2015 10:45:49 #
Thanks for your replies. Think I will simply ignore the icon for now and see what shakes out.
Jul 13, 2015 10:46:17 #
You have a year. I think that is right to upgrade to windows 10 for no cost. I actually registered for the upgrade. It will download to my machine and I have the option of when to install it.
If you click on the icon you can get the details. Or you can find the details on the internet.
If you click on the icon you can get the details. Or you can find the details on the internet.
Jul 13, 2015 10:54:43 #
So let me ask this if one installs win 10 tech. What will it cost for the real win 10 when it goes worldwide?
Jul 13, 2015 10:58:39 #
sodapop wrote:
Thanks for your reply. The little icon says "get Windows 10" so I took that to mean that clicking it would start the path to the Windows 10 switch/upgrade.
I believe that if you follow thru with the get windows 10 icon, you can RESERVE your copy for later download.
It release July 29th and you should have a year to upgrade for free if qualified.
Jul 13, 2015 11:01:58 #
RichardSM wrote:
So let me ask this if one installs win 10 tech. What will it cost for the real win 10 when it goes worldwide?
It is my understanding:
If you install the tech preview you can continue with the preview and get free upgrades, but the system will be the preview code, and could be buggy. If you already own a copy of Windows that qualifies for a free upgrade then you should see the get windows 10 icon on the task bar to reserve your free copy. If you do not own a qualifying product then you can BUY windows 10 after July 29th.
Jul 13, 2015 12:27:25 #
sodapop wrote:
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I plan to update one PC right away. If all works well, I will consider the other later.
Jul 13, 2015 12:50:03 #
sodapop wrote:
I have searched UHH for discussions on the wisdom ... (show quote)
As a long time WIndows user and a Computer Idustry veteran, I will never voluntraiy upgrade to a Windows OS before their Service Pack 2 release. The user and applications base for these products are so vast and diverse that however robust their testing might be they could never account for all the variables and combinations of real customer use. Many could write dissertations on how MS might imrpove, but reality tells us that after the OS is out for about 9-12 months, enough bugs and "non features" are discovered that the SP2 brings the OS up to a pretty trouble free and secure condition. History shows that, too.
So, waiting makes sense. And, if purchasing new today, I'd suggest W-8 with the ability to exercise the free upgrade to 10 would be te best course.
Jul 13, 2015 13:27:33 #
I would still be using XP is I was not forced to upgrade.
Actually I purchased a new system and use the XP system to run applications that will never work on windows 7,8,10.
Heck I am running Win98 on a virtual machine on the XP machine. Along with Linux and Solaris.
I will likely need to install XP on a virtual machine on my Windows 7 or 10 system to retire the old system. Just have not got the round to it yet. Round to its are in short supply.
Actually I purchased a new system and use the XP system to run applications that will never work on windows 7,8,10.
Heck I am running Win98 on a virtual machine on the XP machine. Along with Linux and Solaris.
I will likely need to install XP on a virtual machine on my Windows 7 or 10 system to retire the old system. Just have not got the round to it yet. Round to its are in short supply.
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