New Window's 10
11-13-2015, 11:00 PM
#32
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My tech advised to wait at least 6 months before downloading Windows 10. I have an email friend in Australia who was also given that advice by her tech. I use Windows 8 on both desktop and laptop and have had no problems with it.
Originally Posted by RV Quilter
My son who does computer work for a large family of hospitals told me to wait until they get the bugs out before downloading it. He said it would be free for a year so give them time to work out problems. Sounds like he gave me sound advice with all the problems I'm hearing about.
12-20-2015, 08:17 PM
#35
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Location: Houston, TX
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I'm not upgrading until I have to. I have Windows 7 now and it's just fine. BTW if you want to get a computer with Windows 7 or 8 on it, CDW might be able to help you. When the infamous VISTA was around, I ordered 2 computers from them and had them downgraded to XP. I was so glad I did.
12-21-2015, 06:38 AM
#36
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Location: Florida
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I downloaded Windows 10 in spite of the warning from my teenager. So far I like it better than the last Windows. They have included a way to block the touchpad on my laptop. So no more accidents from hitting the touchpad with the palm of my hand. There are things I haven't figured out yet. I was returning to the start up screen each time I wanted to surf around the internet, eventually I figured out how to save favorites to my task bar so it helps. But I am still keeping my fingers crossed.
12-21-2015, 06:57 AM
#37
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Location: Corpus Christi, Tx.
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I sticking with Windows 7. Dh bought a laptop a few years back that had Vista on it. More problems than it was worth so he sold it to a guy who wanted a newer computer with Vista. DH got what he paid for it. Then couple years ago DH buys me a laptop with but since he purchased it in his name instead of allowing me to pick out my own, I had the worst time always trying to log on. It only wanted to recognize him and he couldn't remember the password. It was a mess. I took it to the office for my broker who is tech savvy to help. Only time I can use it is if I go to the office. Dh has now taken it over and downloaded Windows 10 and is having trouble with it. I told him I want no tech devices for Christmas unless I'm with him. With the laptop he got a tablet also (free). Which is a pain. When I got my Samsung, we got 2 for one plus a tablet free. Unless my name is on as primary user, it won't recognize me. I'm sticking with Windows 7.
12-29-2015, 09:05 AM
#38
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Location: SW Minnesota
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I did try Windows 10 for a short time, but in less than a week did the download back to Windows 7, which is where I'm staying. My laptop works fine, and for the amount of work I use it for, this one should last awhile yet. I do have a desktop upstairs, haven't used it since getting it back from the shop a few years ago (had some problems with an antivirus software that was on it). I like my laptop too well to bring the old one out of retirement!
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