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Considering a downgrade to Windows 7 depends on your needs and system requirements.

Considering a downgrade to Windows 7 depends on your needs and system requirements.

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IPuckFenguins
Senior Member
380
10-16-2016, 07:08 AM
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I really enjoy Windows 7 and have always used it. The issue is that when I ordered my new computer, it came with Windows 8.1 and I don’t like that. After Windows 10 was released, my friends suggested I upgrade. Still, I prefer Windows 7. On kinguin.net they’re offering Windows 7 at a very low price right now. Is switching to it worth it? Will I face problems with updates or the operating system? My friends mentioned Microsoft won’t support Windows 7 anymore after the latest update, but what does that actually mean and will it affect me? Please help!
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IPuckFenguins
10-16-2016, 07:08 AM #1

I really enjoy Windows 7 and have always used it. The issue is that when I ordered my new computer, it came with Windows 8.1 and I don’t like that. After Windows 10 was released, my friends suggested I upgrade. Still, I prefer Windows 7. On kinguin.net they’re offering Windows 7 at a very low price right now. Is switching to it worth it? Will I face problems with updates or the operating system? My friends mentioned Microsoft won’t support Windows 7 anymore after the latest update, but what does that actually mean and will it affect me? Please help!

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yannsollow
Junior Member
36
10-18-2016, 04:55 AM
#2
You'll definitely receive it eventually.
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yannsollow
10-18-2016, 04:55 AM #2

You'll definitely receive it eventually.

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Pekoni
Junior Member
24
10-23-2016, 10:46 AM
#3
Upgrading to a lower version isn't possible for Windows 8.1. The safest path is to move to the latest Windows version after your update.
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Pekoni
10-23-2016, 10:46 AM #3

Upgrading to a lower version isn't possible for Windows 8.1. The safest path is to move to the latest Windows version after your update.

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DanB
Junior Member
10
10-24-2016, 11:04 PM
#4
They have a good offer for a low-cost version of the software. Are you certain you won’t be able to set it up?
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DanB
10-24-2016, 11:04 PM #4

They have a good offer for a low-cost version of the software. Are you certain you won’t be able to set it up?

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chowder_YT
Junior Member
14
11-01-2016, 03:11 PM
#5
You may set up Windows 7, but reducing the Windows 8 license won't work
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chowder_YT
11-01-2016, 03:11 PM #5

You may set up Windows 7, but reducing the Windows 8 license won't work

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Conor_Playz
Member
161
11-01-2016, 04:55 PM
#6
Do you have the premium edition? That way you could simply launch a Windows 7 virtual machine on your Windows 10 system, just like I did, Hyper-V is quite straightforward.
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Conor_Playz
11-01-2016, 04:55 PM #6

Do you have the premium edition? That way you could simply launch a Windows 7 virtual machine on your Windows 10 system, just like I did, Hyper-V is quite straightforward.

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spaceprincess
Junior Member
24
11-06-2016, 11:28 AM
#7
Moved to the Operating System and Software forum section.
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spaceprincess
11-06-2016, 11:28 AM #7

Moved to the Operating System and Software forum section.

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ProLikeAlexTV
Junior Member
35
11-08-2016, 10:43 PM
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Based on my own experience, I suggest postponing an upgrade to Windows 10 due to several compatibility issues. I had to reinstall and repair Windows three times before getting a clean install. If you're running Windows 7 Pro, it might be better to invest in Windows 7 Pro first and then upgrade to 10 Pro when the free upgrade period ends. However, if you only have Windows 8.1, consider waiting a bit longer before upgrading, as it will likely become 10 Pro eventually. Personally, I found 8.1 quite handy for touchscreen devices, but that’s not a big deal unless you have one. Let me know if this helps!
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ProLikeAlexTV
11-08-2016, 10:43 PM #8

Based on my own experience, I suggest postponing an upgrade to Windows 10 due to several compatibility issues. I had to reinstall and repair Windows three times before getting a clean install. If you're running Windows 7 Pro, it might be better to invest in Windows 7 Pro first and then upgrade to 10 Pro when the free upgrade period ends. However, if you only have Windows 8.1, consider waiting a bit longer before upgrading, as it will likely become 10 Pro eventually. Personally, I found 8.1 quite handy for touchscreen devices, but that’s not a big deal unless you have one. Let me know if this helps!

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MrLeonardo
Junior Member
40
11-09-2016, 04:09 PM
#9
She mentioned wanting to move everything to another operating system right away.
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MrLeonardo
11-09-2016, 04:09 PM #9

She mentioned wanting to move everything to another operating system right away.