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02-13-2016, 09:46 PM

Hello. I constructed my initial machine in November or December 2013. My dad wanted to salvage a Windows 7 Home Premium copy. I enjoy Windows 7, but I've recently been curious about Windows 8.1 and possibly turning off Metro. What do you think? (Sharing my own experiences with Windows 8.1 and my views.) ~Stephen.

iWonderTiger

02-13-2016, 09:46 PM #1

Fungus12
Member

210

02-14-2016, 08:06 AM

I’m sticking with Windows 7. I’ve set it up on numerous machines from frustrated users, and I can’t handle it anymore.

Fungus12

02-14-2016, 08:06 AM #2

I’m sticking with Windows 7. I’ve set it up on numerous machines from frustrated users, and I can’t handle it anymore.

KiLLOfTheEnd
Junior Member

02-14-2016, 03:21 PM

Sure u can go with 8.1...if u are comfortable with it... ...also can u list ur complete rig...

KiLLOfTheEnd

02-14-2016, 03:21 PM #3

Sure u can go with 8.1...if u are comfortable with it... ...also can u list ur complete rig...

Nero12321
Posting Freak

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02-14-2016, 06:28 PM

My gaming setup uses Windows 7, while my laptop runs Windows 8.1.

Nero12321

02-14-2016, 06:28 PM #4

My gaming setup uses Windows 7, while my laptop runs Windows 8.1.

_Pilif
Member

114

02-15-2016, 12:12 AM

Since you can't turn off the metro, I'd choose 7—it's my usual option. I'm hoping Microsoft improves Windows 8 in upcoming updates, which might make me consider using it again.

_Pilif

02-15-2016, 12:12 AM #5

Since you can't turn off the metro, I'd choose 7—it's my usual option. I'm hoping Microsoft improves Windows 8 in upcoming updates, which might make me consider using it again.

Reborn01
Member

02-17-2016, 01:11 AM

Windows 8.1 is continuously improving, I really enjoy it on my desktop. I’ve grown quite bored with Windows 7 and 8.1, so this upgrade was a great change.

Reborn01

02-17-2016, 01:11 AM #6

Windows 8.1 is continuously improving, I really enjoy it on my desktop. I’ve grown quite bored with Windows 7 and 8.1, so this upgrade was a great change.

DatDrop
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190

02-17-2016, 09:47 AM

I believed it appeared in my signature. That system includes an i7-4770k Asus Z87-Pro, 16GB Corsair Vengeance, Nvidia GTX 770 (Gigabyte), 3TB Seagate Barracuda, plus a 256GB Samsung SSD with 850W Corsair 600T white.

DatDrop

02-17-2016, 09:47 AM #7

Milan1208
Member

103

02-17-2016, 10:05 AM

I prefer Windows 8. If the Start Menu bothers you that much, consider using an app to restore the previous version.

Milan1208

02-17-2016, 10:05 AM #8

I prefer Windows 8. If the Start Menu bothers you that much, consider using an app to restore the previous version.

SodaBubbles24
Member

145

02-20-2016, 07:15 PM

I understand it isn't possible to turn it off, but I came across a video suggesting it can be... hidden. If you're curious, let me know.

SodaBubbles24

02-20-2016, 07:15 PM #9

I understand it isn't possible to turn it off, but I came across a video suggesting it can be... hidden. If you're curious, let me know.

Variiox
Member

180

02-20-2016, 08:28 PM

#10

If you can obtain it for free from your dad, that's fine. But if you have to pay, I'd prefer to stick with Windows 7.

Variiox

02-20-2016, 08:28 PM #10

If you can obtain it for free from your dad, that's fine. But if you have to pay, I'd prefer to stick with Windows 7.

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