7 defeated 10 in the match.
7 defeated 10 in the match.
Windows 10 has consistently seemed slower on my R7 1700 with an SATA SSD. Firefox took a while to launch, and the overall experience felt sluggish. Eventually, I realized my system might not be powerful enough for the speed I expected. Recently, switching to Windows 7 made everything feel much snappier. Although it’s older, it works well, but I was surprised by its performance. Why does Windows 7 feel so much faster? In 2020 I might have to revert to Windows 10 and look into ways to maintain that speed when I switch back.
Hi @Ohsnaps I've seen exactly the same pattern before. W10 has numerous background tasks consuming system resources unpredictably—some are scanning for malware or collecting telemetry data. Notably, its performance drops significantly when the computer lacks an SSD; the difference between HDD and SSD becomes much more apparent than with Windows 7 or Linux. Even though my PC has an SSD, upgrading the firmware might still help improve speed if a patch is available. These factors are why I mostly stick to Linux or Windows 7 for certain tasks—just because they run faster and handle things more efficiently.
@Jarno often verifies and it simply confirms I have the latest release, though unsure if updates are actually happening. I experimented with Linux but couldn't share details due to restrictions. For game development and gaming, Windows seemed preferable, which is good—I’m relieved I found a quicker system, even though my setup still feels slow with newer apps. I’m hoping Windows 7 will be less demanding, so I might switch to it by 2020.
It seems you're facing a situation where Microsoft's direction might limit your options. If you're considering switching to Linux, it's a good idea to explore solid alternatives for the software you currently use. However, game support remains stronger on Windows. Could you share what programs you're running? That way I can suggest more tailored recommendations.
Every six months or so, Microsoft rolls out more unnecessary features to Windows 10. Alongside that, persistent spyware and the collection of personal data happen quietly in the background. I’ve stopped using Windows 10 now because it keeps introducing problems, running noisily in the background, and becoming increasingly difficult to manage. Over the past two years, I’ve had to reinstall Windows 10 three times, once after major updates and twice after a major update disabled all updates. Recently, Explorer stopped working properly, and my desktop icons vanished—plus File Explorer icons too. There are also numerous small bugs and frequent maintenance needs for Windows 10, requiring constant tweaking or fixes.
On the other hand, Windows 7 has remained stable for me for five to seven years, performing reliably and quickly. In contrast, Windows 10 feels cluttered, slow, buggy, and prone to crashes. Many people have been swayed by hype around Windows 10, but it seems those defending it are more focused on their own visions than on the product itself. They’ve fallen into a kind of belief bubble, ignoring reality.
People often become attached to certain opinions about what Windows 10 should be, rather than accepting its current state. This attachment can make them resistant to change and overlook the many issues that need attention. Until recently, Microsoft operated more like a software company, but under Satya Nadella, it shifted into a data-driven business model. Now, Windows and other Microsoft services are mainly tools for collecting user information.
This transformation has made modern Windows programming quite poor. Many users face serious risks by installing updates from Microsoft, more so than skipping updates altogether. It’s concerning how long this situation has persisted under Nadella.
Some still run Windows XP without updating for years and don’t encounter problems. The idea that you must always keep your OS updated is largely misleading, especially for non-professional users. You only face real issues if you visit infected websites or download malware via suspicious emails.
Running third-party antivirus software can help protect against most threats. However, updating Windows itself remains a significant risk today.
At first setup I was also frustrated by the speed, after turning off many unnecessary services (like Cortana and all the telemetry) and switching to Classic Shell it runs much better. I kept using Windows 7 for a long time until recently, but now Microsoft seems to be neglecting updates and testing. It feels like they’re leaving me behind in terms of support. You might want to choose between 10 or move to Linux.