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It doesn't exist. There isn't a widely recognized or officially supported unofficial version of Windows.

It doesn't exist. There isn't a widely recognized or officially supported unofficial version of Windows.

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Nixelord03
Member
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11-13-2016, 12:07 AM
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Hello. Your Dell Inspiron N5010 is functioning well for office tasks and web browsing. It comes with an Intel i3 processor, 4GB DDR3 RAM, a 320GB hard drive, and an AMD Mobile 5000 HD. You’re considering using Tiny10 but need Windows Security enabled—no major issues there since you already have ESET. What would you like to do next?
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Nixelord03
11-13-2016, 12:07 AM #1

Hello. Your Dell Inspiron N5010 is functioning well for office tasks and web browsing. It comes with an Intel i3 processor, 4GB DDR3 RAM, a 320GB hard drive, and an AMD Mobile 5000 HD. You’re considering using Tiny10 but need Windows Security enabled—no major issues there since you already have ESET. What would you like to do next?

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WaterishTundra
Junior Member
4
11-13-2016, 08:27 AM
#2
I considered the Ghost Spectre iso and found it superior to the Tiny versions, while also supporting Windows Defender. For an older machine running on a HDD rather than an SSD (which I suggest replacing), it would be more advantageous to opt for a Linux distribution like Mint—especially the LMDE variant—https://linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=308. This is particularly suitable if you mainly use the laptop for a web browser and word processor, with LibreOffice serving as a solid alternative to Microsoft Office. You can set it up easily by typing "sudo apt install libreoffice" in the terminal. Overall, desktop Linux offers much stronger security compared to Windows, even without additional tools like Malwarebytes.
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WaterishTundra
11-13-2016, 08:27 AM #2

I considered the Ghost Spectre iso and found it superior to the Tiny versions, while also supporting Windows Defender. For an older machine running on a HDD rather than an SSD (which I suggest replacing), it would be more advantageous to opt for a Linux distribution like Mint—especially the LMDE variant—https://linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=308. This is particularly suitable if you mainly use the laptop for a web browser and word processor, with LibreOffice serving as a solid alternative to Microsoft Office. You can set it up easily by typing "sudo apt install libreoffice" in the terminal. Overall, desktop Linux offers much stronger security compared to Windows, even without additional tools like Malwarebytes.

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Rexty_
Senior Member
568
11-13-2016, 09:56 AM
#3
I rely on Linux Mint regularly and can confirm it. Simple to operate and very lightweight.
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Rexty_
11-13-2016, 09:56 AM #3

I rely on Linux Mint regularly and can confirm it. Simple to operate and very lightweight.

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MeninoProdigi0
Junior Member
46
11-13-2016, 01:30 PM
#4
I don't believe in any of them. Not once, not even back when there were the "custom editions" of Windows XP. You don't understand what they changed or removed. You can improve Windows' speed by removing unused programs and turning off the animations and effects it adds to the interface. https://www.pcworld.com/article/423950/h...ws-10.html You might try using "decrapifier" tools on a standard Windows installation if you're determined.
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MeninoProdigi0
11-13-2016, 01:30 PM #4

I don't believe in any of them. Not once, not even back when there were the "custom editions" of Windows XP. You don't understand what they changed or removed. You can improve Windows' speed by removing unused programs and turning off the animations and effects it adds to the interface. https://www.pcworld.com/article/423950/h...ws-10.html You might try using "decrapifier" tools on a standard Windows installation if you're determined.

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11-13-2016, 03:18 PM
#5
I have Mint installed on my 12th Gen i9 PC but the drivers are causing issues. I’ll check out Ghost Spectre. Thanks a lot!
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AssassinJayden
11-13-2016, 03:18 PM #5

I have Mint installed on my 12th Gen i9 PC but the drivers are causing issues. I’ll check out Ghost Spectre. Thanks a lot!