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OMG--SOS, downloaded windows 10 today.

FLgardener — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 22:43:55 GMT

Oh, gosh, I downloaded Windows 10 from Windows 7 earlier today (around 2 p.m. est). The writing was on the wall, and I knew I had to make the change.

I am able to access shopping channels, lol--but I have no access to my control panel or search functions. Also, I am having no luck trying to make google chrome my default browser.

I know y'all are tech savvy, and I am old school. Can you help me?

Re: OMG--SOS, downloaded windows 10 today.

Caffeina — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 23:34:25 GMT

@FLgardener

Start typing control panel in the search in the lower left hand corner, and you'll probably see it appear at the top of the list before you're done typing. Click on it and look for default programs. Look for web browser in the list and click on the one showing. A menu will open and you can choose Chrome.

ETA: You can also skip control panel by entering default apps in the search.

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SilleeMee — Sat, 20 Jul 2019 00:09:28 GMT

To choose a browser, just type browser in the lower-left search box. That will bring up the setting. You'll need to download the Chrome browser from the Edge browser first. Then choose it for your default browser after.

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FLgardener — Sat, 20 Jul 2019 01:04:22 GMT

Thanks for the replies. By trial and error, I restored windows 7 for now. I was so freaked out. All of the technological advances just disable me. I'm no dummy, have some education creds, but I like a simple life and I'm disillusioned and discouraged at this point. Perhaps grief (losing soulmate DH) figures in.

Re: OMG--SOS, downloaded windows 10 today.

SilleeMee — Sat, 20 Jul 2019 01:26:27 GMT

@FLgardener

I'm very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers your way.

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Venezia — Sat, 20 Jul 2019 01:35:25 GMT

@FLgardener- Because there's such a big change from Windows 7 to Windows 10, I often think it's easier to just install it new (rather than as an update/add on).

I spent 25 years in I.T. and I admit I was not (am still not) a great fan of Windows 10. However, you do get used to it.

One of my major gripes is how they buried the control panel - why make it so difficult to find? And the enforced updates; beyond irritating, especially when they cause issues with both of our printers. Happens so often there are plenty of threads about it on the Internet; you just have to google any issue to find useful information.

Try it again on a day when you're feeling stronger. Maybe buying a book like "Windows 10 for Dummies" would be useful (or get it from your library and save yourself some money).

In the meantime...prayers and hugs being sent your way.

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Nuttmeg — Sat, 20 Jul 2019 08:56:24 GMT

I use two tech support forums when I have a computer problem . Bleeping Computers and DSL Reports. Each site has a Window 10 forum. They have around for 15 years.

You should be able to find windows dummies tips with a Google search. This will get you started.

I have stopped using the IE browser(s) a few years ago.

I use Google Chrome, with a Gmail account.

Window 10 takes care of flash player. It comes with the regular updates.

Many prayers.

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software — Sat, 20 Jul 2019 10:35:50 GMT

So sorry for your loss.

I was numb after I lost my DH.

Is there a reason you want to go to Windows 10?

I'm using an old laptop (10+ yrs), with Win7 and I don't plan to upgrade unless it just totally quits working. I have no problems now.

When Win7 is finally & completely obsolete, I'll buy a new laptop -- with backlit keys!

@FLgardener wrote:
Thanks for the replies. By trial and error, I restored windows 7 for now. I was so freaked out. All of the technological advances just disable me. I'm no dummy, have some education creds, but I like a simple life and I'm disillusioned and discouraged at this point. Perhaps grief (losing soulmate DH) figures in.

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gardenman — Sat, 20 Jul 2019 11:56:54 GMT

@FLgardener wrote:
Thanks for the replies. By trial and error, I restored windows 7 for now. I was so freaked out. All of the technological advances just disable me. I'm no dummy, have some education creds, but I like a simple life and I'm disillusioned and discouraged at this point. Perhaps grief (losing soulmate DH) figures in.

Sorry for your loss, but Windows 10 should be the last Windows operating system you'll ever have to learn. Windows has switched to an ecosystem type model where they aren't replacing the OS every two or three years, but sticking with Windows 10. It's really not that hard to adjust to Windows 10. The box at the bottom left of Windows 10 that says "Type here to search" will take you to pretty much anything you need to find like Control Panel, or any other feature that's now tucked away and out of sight. Windows 7 will be losing support before too much longer (January 14th I believe) so you're better off making the jump sooner rather than later.

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FLgardener — Sat, 20 Jul 2019 15:59:59 GMT

@software --

I got a notification, which appeared legit, that windows 7 would no longer be updated or supported by Microsoft beginning in January 2020 (I think).

I figured I should change to windows 10 out of security concerns.

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FLgardener — Sat, 20 Jul 2019 16:04:53 GMT

The warmth I feel from reading the posts here is comforting. I think I'll take up this windows 10 change when I am feeling a little stronger.

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CJC — Sat, 20 Jul 2019 22:32:56 GMT

I am so nervous about switching to windows 10. I’m a senior, and I keep my desktops about 8 years. Started back in 1996 running windows 95; went to windows XP in 2004, then to windows 7 in 2012. Now that my Dell is turning 8 years old again I hesitate to download windows 10 to such an old machine, so I’m trying to get the courage to purchase a new tower with windows 10. I’m completely non-tech and have no kids or grandkids nearby, so guess Best Buy geek squad is my best shot. I’ve no clue how to transfer data and photos from my old Dell. Hope I can get by with purchasing tower only - don’t really need new monitor or printer or keyboard/mouse. Worried that windows 10 will be too complicated for me. Microsoft should leave windows 7 fully supported for us old folks. I mainly use my desktop for online shopping and booking airline flights. I do have an iPhone and an iPad which I’m good with. Just don’t want to give up my desktop completely. Am I doing right thing buying new tower?

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SilleeMee — Sat, 20 Jul 2019 22:55:15 GMT

@CJC ,

If some of your components, such as the keyboard, mouse, printer...etc...are old then sometimes those things can become obsolete and incompatible with a new computer (tower in your case). If I were in your shoes then I would consider purchasing an entirely new desktop. Let me give you an example of what I mean. When I bought a new tower then my display monitor, keyboard and printer would not work with it. Those components were too old for the new tower. I ended up having to buy the individual components, piece by piece, and that was actually more expensive than if I would have bought the whole system at once in a package to begin with.

Maybe someone else here can chime in and give their perspective on your situation.

Re: OMG--SOS, downloaded windows 10 today.

Nuttmeg — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 03:40:32 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
@CJC ,
If some of your components, such as the keyboard, mouse, printer...etc...are old then sometimes those things can become obsolete and incompatible with a new computer (tower in your case). If I were in your shoes then I would consider purchasing an entirely new desktop. Let me give you an example of what I mean. When I bought a new tower then my display monitor, keyboard and printer would not work with it. Those components were too old for the new tower. I ended up having to buy the individual components, piece by piece, and that was actually more expensive than if I would have bought the whole system at once in a package to begin with.

Maybe someone else here can chime in and give their perspective on your situation.

I agree with SillieeMee, you can't use a new tower with

old components. Technology has changed a lot in 10 years.

I usually buy Dell XPS systems. The build quality is good,and I have one running I brought in 2011. This window 7 machine will have to be recycled.

I don't feel safe using a computer online without window updates.

You have a few choices finding a computer. Dell's website, Staples, and Best Buy.

These three places have tech support, and setup services a for a fee.

You may want to look at a basic XPS with the i3-9100 processor.

You can call sales and get help buying a monitor.

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glb613 — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 09:59:51 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
@CJC ,
If some of your components, such as the keyboard, mouse, printer...etc...are old then sometimes those things can become obsolete and incompatible with a new computer (tower in your case). If I were in your shoes then I would consider purchasing an entirely new desktop. Let me give you an example of what I mean. When I bought a new tower then my display monitor, keyboard and printer would not work with it. Those components were too old for the new tower. I ended up having to buy the individual components, piece by piece, and that was actually more expensive than if I would have bought the whole system at once in a package to begin with.

Maybe someone else here can chime in and give their perspective on your situation.

There are all types of videos at YouTube to help you learn Windows 10. If you can read, you can learn. There are also videos to teach you how to transfer data, photos, documents, etc. from your computer to either a flash drive or external hard drive then to your new computer. I agree with others and buy all new. You can get either an Windows or Apple all-in-one computer or go with the tradtional tower and monitor. Good luck

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CJC — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 11:54:49 GMT

Thanks to all for your helpful advice. Guess I’ll be buying new components along with tower. Going to Best Buy to see what they can put together for me.

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Montana — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 17:01:08 GMT

@CJC wrote:
I am so nervous about switching to windows 10. I’m a senior, and I keep my desktops about 8 years. Started back in 1996 running windows 95; went to windows XP in 2004, then to windows 7 in 2012. Now that my Dell is turning 8 years old again I hesitate to download windows 10 to such an old machine, so I’m trying to get the courage to purchase a new tower with windows 10. I’m completely non-tech and have no kids or grandkids nearby, so guess Best Buy geek squad is my best shot. I’ve no clue how to transfer data and photos from my old Dell. Hope I can get by with purchasing tower only - don’t really need new monitor or printer or keyboard/mouse. Worried that windows 10 will be too complicated for me. Microsoft should leave windows 7 fully supported for us old folks. I mainly use my desktop for online shopping and booking airline flights. I do have an iPhone and an iPad which I’m good with. Just don’t want to give up my desktop completely. Am I doing right thing buying new tower?

@CJC

Perhaps you could find a person in your area who works on computers. I found a one-man company that has helped me with several issues and installations.