Discovered Windows 10 is no longer supported.
Discovered Windows 10 is no longer supported.
This might seem odd at first, but I only found out this month that Windows 10 won’t receive support in October. I used to work with computers a long time ago, so I haven’t stayed current much. Still, I built both my own and my wife’s PCs a few years back without any issues. We both work from home and depend on our desktop machines for our tasks. I’ve heard Microsoft might introduce a yearly subscription around $30 to keep the software updated, with a cap on how many times they can push updates—possibly just three. My system runs Windows 10 Pro, and I’m not sure if the ESU updates will be available after October 2025. We’re trying to figure out what to do next. Our PCs have TPM, but the CPUs aren’t up to the task. Is Windows 11 really as problematic as people claim? It seems to restrict storing Microsoft Word or Excel files locally, forcing you to save them on OneDrive and requiring an email login. We have Hotmail accounts, but security concerns about data theft are growing. Should we upgrade to a new PC with Windows 11, or would Linux Mint or Ubuntu be a better fit? If I decide to buy a new machine, this would be unfamiliar territory for me—I last purchased one in 2001. I’ve been building them ever since, but now being older makes it harder for me to keep up. Best wishes.
Have you seen anyone rely heavily on it for professional tasks? I'm interested in how Windows handles unusual scenarios, especially when older processors lack certain capabilities while bypassing demands.
Windows 11 performs adequately, with numerous options to bypass its hardware demands. Based on my observations, the optimal method is to obtain the Windows 11 ISO from Microsoft and copy it onto a USB drive using Rufus. This tool allows you to skip CPU, RAM, and TPM prerequisites. Key points to remember: - With at least 8GB RAM and an SSD, Windows 11 functions smoothly; avoid purchasing new hardware unless Windows 10 is lagging. (I tested it on a 6300u with 8GB RAM for nearly a year—perfect performance, even on a dual-core mobile Skylake CPU. I ran light applications but used Microsoft Office and an older SolidWorks version, both operating well.) - If you prefer not to use a Microsoft account, opt for a local login instead of relying on one. It adds unnecessary complications. - This approach also applies to Windows 10, where using a Microsoft account forces additional steps like PIN entry, automatic symlinking of files, and extra advertisements. - When creating the ISO with Rufus, you can check the box to generate a local account automatically. This will create an account with your chosen username and prompt for a password upon first login. You can also employ the OOBE robypass method to bypass setup requirements if desired. - Chris Titus offers a useful utility called winutil (https://github.com/ChrisTitusTech/winutil) that provides useful adjustments such as restoring the old right-click menu, disabling telemetry, turning off web search, and shutting down unused processes. For everyday tasks, the differences between Windows 11 and 10 are minimal; most issues I encountered on 10 could be resolved via settings or simple registry changes.
AFAIK VBS appears to be the main reason for CPU-related checks on W11. Some articles discuss possible developments, but I’m skeptical they’ll enforce kernel-level CPU checks or demand VBS-compatible processors anytime soon.
I've never heard that you can't save MS office files on your computer, but I use Google's office suite since I don't want to pay for Microsoft. I'm aware they're promoting Office 365, their subscription service. Also, Windows 11 needs a Microsoft account. I'm sure there are methods to work around it, similar to how you can get past the TPM requirement. That's your call. My mom is facing the same situation and I expect we'll get through it together by October. With hardware prices rising, I'm considering Linux because my mom mainly uses a web browser. All in all, I use Windows 11 on my gaming PC. Many people have problems with it, but I haven't encountered any myself. It seems to function similarly to Windows 10, with some UI updates and more ads. I usually just turn on my PC and open Steam. While my mom's machine isn't compatible with Windows 11, I'm worried an update might affect her setup. We'll tackle this closer to October. Probably try encouraging her to switch to Linux, as she relies mainly on a web browser.
Based on my experience with 11 Enterprise and 11 Pro/Home, the latter two would prompt you to sync your Documents, Photos, and Videos folders to OneDrive. However, you can easily opt out during the initial setup. This feature has been available in Windows 10 for some time now.
these topics don't connect. You can definitely save files on your own. - Windows 11 (without special steps) needs a Microsoft account to set up the device. - If you use that account and agree to everything, OneDrive will link your profile to it and sync files. The original file stays on your device, just updated. Problems with Windows 11 mostly stem from people agreeing without thinking and not learning how to set up properly... which is why some suggest Linux instead. There are options to avoid the Microsoft requirement and CPU limits, but it’s not a guaranteed solution. Speaking of your situation... do you run your own business or work remotely for someone? If it’s the latter, does your company offer a provided computer?
It seems your X230 runs Windows 10 Enterprise LTS with support until 2032. I don’t have any complaints about Windows 11, as long as I can fix the telephony bloat and UI problems—most of those issues are already resolved in Windows 11, especially with the IoT LTS updates I’ll receive soon. There are also plenty of mods available to address those concerns.
Review the latest Windows 11 bug list before proceeding, just to confirm you’re aware of any potential issues. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/window...ws-11-24h2 There are also certain problems with some DRAM and SSD models when using the 24H2 version of Windows 11, particularly from Western Digital.