Electronics

[Zhills]

Have any of you upgraded to Windows 10 on an older computer (Win 7 now)?  If you did, are you happy with the upgrade?  Do you really think it is worth it to upgrade?

[hoosieroriginal]

I too have an older laptop - afraid it would shut down my system and then I couldn't use it - so I'm not upgrading - too great a risk when your computer is running smoothly as is. 

[morganjen]

No, I'm happy with Windows 7. So I won't be switching.

[SXMGirl]

I did upgrade my old computer to Windows 10 and had so many problems that I deleted the program.  However, I know several people who bought new computers that came with Windows 10 and they are thrilled with it.  

[chickenbutt]

I wouldn't do it on a bet.  I did it once with an upgrade years ago that was offered.  It wasn't the worse, but there were limitations that I didn't expect - only because I did NOT do my research so I didn't know better.  I figure that's on me.   But now, I know better.  

The difference now is, especially if you are going from 7 to 10, there are GREAT differences in the OS and, I would imagine, possible compatibility issues with other programs you may be using.

Just really do your research - is my biggest recommendation.

[millieshops]

I have not.  I did and still do get the pop-up asking me to upgrade, but the one time I clicked in, the reply was that my computer isn't good for 10.

So be it -  when the computer dies or they totally stop supporting 7, I'll just buy new.  I'm already within 2 months of the average age for a laptop - can't see messing with what's working.

[DiAnne]

I was going to upgrade (currently have 7) but I saw some experts talking about it on TV that you needed some basic knowledge of certain elements in your computer - I had never heard of these elements so I figured I did not have the knowledge.  I will just wait until I get a new computer.  

[cowboy sam]

same here.

noway will i download windows 10!

[Moonchilde]

Would never do it myself, although if I felt my computer had a few good years left, spec-wise, I might pay to have Geek Squad or similar do it for me.

I bought a new laptop with Windows 10 because my old laptop was just...old, and full of carp and couldn't be used w/o keeping it plugged in. The cost of decarping and new battery was silly so bought a new one on sale at a great price. I love Windows 10.

[Zhills]

I also have a new laptop with windows 10 on it.  Haven't really got into it yet.   I think I'll stick with Windows 7 on this computer.  Thanks for all your comments.