Begin using Windows 10 today.

NoisyBomber
Junior Member

03-08-2016, 08:12 PM

Hello Community, I joined after seeing the "10 ways Windows is just better" video. It sparked interest in getting support on these forums. My current OS remains Windows 7, but I plan to upgrade to Windows 10 soon for dx12 and HDR features. I have a few questions: 1. Can Windows be configured to ignore Microsoft communications? Would a version like Se7en Lite help strip functionality entirely? Has anyone verified this by checking the network? 2. Can Windows Update be turned off? Please review the details before discussing this. I’d appreciate any reliable data comparing bug counts from updates versus malware incidents under responsible use. Without that, the conversation risks being just opinion-based and unhelpful. I’ve lost significantly more Windows installs due to updates than malware. 3. On Windows 7, it’s feasible to adjust the firewall via group policy to block program access, enhancing security. Can this be replicated in Windows 10? 4. Is it possible to disable UAC and similar features without disabling ME? 5. Can the Windows search indexer be turned off? I’m not sure all the tweaks needed in Windows 7 to perfect it are remembered. Thanks ahead!

NoisyBomber

03-08-2016, 08:12 PM #1

___Alex___
Member

109

03-10-2016, 12:00 AM

Would you prefer Linux? Probably the main reason to stick with Windows today is for really unusual hardware (like Clovertrail, which doesn’t even run the latest Windows 10) or if you need tools like Adobe Suite but can’t switch to any other option despite similarities.

_Alex_

03-10-2016, 12:00 AM #2

TKlidopoulos
Junior Member

03-10-2016, 08:53 AM

However, this process is quite challenging and requires manual adjustments after each update. It's straightforward if you turn off the Windows Update service, then reactivate it when needed. Windows 10's firewall relies on Windows 7's setup, so the approach should align with that. You might want to disable the service that manages it.

TKlidopoulos

03-10-2016, 08:53 AM #3

_ALShehri
Member

212

03-12-2016, 07:51 AM

Windows 10 is best with mid to high-end DirectX 12 graphics, since ray tracing only works there. Windows 8.1 and 7 can't handle it. An HD 6000 or NVIDIA GTX 200 or lower won’t make Windows 10 worthwhile.

_ALShehri

03-12-2016, 07:51 AM #4

DrHippey
Junior Member

03-12-2016, 08:08 AM

If you prefer something straightforward to manage, remember I appreciate Linux but admit Windows might edge out in certain situations.

DrHippey

03-12-2016, 08:08 AM #5

If you prefer something straightforward to manage, remember I appreciate Linux but admit Windows might edge out in certain situations.

zrb2004
Member

03-12-2016, 01:54 PM

In certain scenarios, many overlook the impressive progress Linux has made. It’s genuinely impressive how seamless it is to get started without any hassle or extra costs. Being free is a big advantage, and there’s no reason to avoid it.

zrb2004

03-12-2016, 01:54 PM #6

lunathealicorn
Member

131

03-12-2016, 07:38 PM

Improvements have been made, yet the overall experience remains lacking. Setting up software can become more complicated, and although numerous tools exist to assist users, they aren't always readily accessible.

lunathealicorn

03-12-2016, 07:38 PM #7

Riggsock
Member

173

03-13-2016, 12:15 AM

It becomes more complicated? It’s actually simpler on Linux...just look up the app in your package manager, hit install, enter your password, and it should set up automatically. That’s all.

Riggsock

03-13-2016, 12:15 AM #8

It becomes more complicated? It’s actually simpler on Linux...just look up the app in your package manager, hit install, enter your password, and it should set up automatically. That’s all.