Windows 10

[Wist 376]

Thoughts?

Anyone on it already?

ISITGOOD?

[Dave 2]

I have reserved it and I believe I can download it whenever I want. Not sure I will get it just yet, possibly later.

[Paradoxxx 15]

Please post in this thread any disturbances you have encountered or if you like it or not, Im really doubting if I should switch over

[Jamie 2,319]

no need windows 7 good enuf

[Popey456963 17]

Okay, so, I am currently dual-booting Windows 7/10 (OSG Edition). It's faring quite well, zero BSOD's and crashes, as well as a definite increase in speed (both speed of windows and other programs, as this seems to use less resources).

I have found some applications refuse to open, unless you're using compatibility mode, and I have to use command prompt a fair amount in order to fix explorer loops and create shortcuts (which has been completely broken for me).

Installing was also a pain, I got 80240020, which seems somewhat common. Deleted download and installed again, which did the trick and sorted it out. I would definitely not recommend this unless you're ready to get "under the hood" and fix some problems. Also, don't do anything critical on Win 10 yet.

[Lorcan 0]

Okay, so, I am currently dual-booting Windows 7/10 (OSG Edition). It's faring quite well, zero BSOD's and crashes, as well as a definite increase in speed (both speed of windows and other programs, as this seems to use less resources).

I have found some applications refuse to open, unless you're using compatibility mode, and I have to use command prompt a fair amount in order to fix explorer loops and create shortcuts (which has been completely broken for me).

Installing was also a pain, I got 80240020, which seems somewhat common. Deleted download and installed again, which did the trick and sorted it out. I would definitely not recommend this unless you're ready to get "under the hood" and fix some problems. Also, don't do anything critical on Win 10 yet.

What is it like though? the features etc? Hope its not got alot in common with windows 8 which was a pile of shit for PC/laptop use IMO. I know the start menu is back which is great

[Popey456963 17]

Features wise? Pretty much the same as Windows 7, except with a bit more flashiness and a weird start menu.

Windows 10 appears to be more like a behind-the-scenes thing. I don't think I got across in my last post how fast it is.

EDIT: Windows 10 has much better multi-screen support.

Edited July 29, 2015 by Guest

[Dave 2]

Windows 8 is easy once you get used to it, I find it pretty smooth and accessible.

[Rachel 385]

I really don't like the layout of windows 10 but apparently it will make games run smooth etc.

[giant_cheesepuff 95]

Been on windows 10 insider program for like 3 months. Everything has worked fine and I have only ever had 1 or 2 bugs to do with sound drivers and other drivers. Performs a lot better than windows 7 and is easier and much nicer to use in my opinion. I upgraded my work pc to it today also :P

[M1nt-l0u 1,235]

I looked at a review of Windows 10. I don't see the need to upgrade. Also in regard to cost, it states that it is free for the first year but there is no information on future pricing, and if I was a dragon on Dragon's Den I'd be out at this point. I'll wait to see what Pirates can do with it.

[Thunder 174]

I looked at a review of Windows 10. I don't see the need to upgrade. Also in regard to cost, it states that it is free for the first year but there is no information on future pricing, and if I was a dragon on Dragon's Den I'd be out at this point. I'll wait to see what Pirates can do with it.

I thought they meant that if you get it within the first year it's totally free and after that if you want to get it, it will cost.

Edited July 29, 2015 by Guest

[mitch 457]

I looked at a review of Windows 10. I don't see the need to upgrade. Also in regard to cost, it states that it is free for the first year but there is no information on future pricing, and if I was a dragon on Dragon's Den I'd be out at this point. I'll wait to see what Pirates can do with it.

I thought they meant that if you get within the first year it's totally free and after that if you want to get it, it will cost.

Has to be, otherwise it's a shocking business decision

[Oxide 0]

It's correct it's free to upgrade to windows 10 (forever in first year)

One advantage of windows 10 also is, it's a heck of a lot easier to detect cheats on it. Really easy lol.

Also Direct x 12 but that depends on when games start running it

[Lorcan 0]

One advantage of windows 10 also is, it's a heck of a lot easier to detect cheats on it. Really easy lol.

Guessing you won't be using it so?