Looking to upgrade Windows 10? Has Build 2004 been resolved and is it fully prepared for release?
Looking to upgrade Windows 10? Has Build 2004 been resolved and is it fully prepared for release?
For the past six months I've relied on Windows 10 Pro. I performed a flawless upgrade from Windows 7 Pro to Windows 10, now at version 10.0.18363 Build 1909. The new system has been problematic—slow, unstable, and requires frequent restarts to function properly. My setup is an older home build featuring an Asus 5A97 R2.0, AMD FX8350 processor, 32 GB RAM, and a Radeon HD5670 GPU. Files reside on a Samsung SSD, while programs are stored on a FireCuda Hybrid drive. Work documents are kept on an internal HDD. This setup supports digital music production and AutoCAD work. I don’t play games, but until the Windows 10 update, my machine performed flawlessly. Now it’s plagued by glitches, making tasks like inserting images into MS Word or Office applications impossible. Over time I’ve managed to patch several issues, though not all. I still miss the smooth experience I had with Windows 7. My strategy is to reinstall Windows 10 on a new SSD and then perform a clean debloat before installing my software and files. I’m also aware of concerns about Build 2004. As of June 28, 2020, has this version reached its peak? Should I stick with an older release or wait until Build 2004 is fully stabilized? About me: I’m a middle-aged Safety/Environmental Engineer with two years of university Computer Science from the 1980s. Throughout my career I’ve assembled around ten PCs and set up two local area networks, yet I lack current expertise in modern IT or Windows deployment.
I really like your setup too. The 2004 version seems stable—no crashes or bugs I've encountered since the latest update. It's been my go-to for daily use, and I haven't noticed any issues. Of course, it might vary depending on what you're using or connecting (like the printer problem I saw recently). Mostly I'm browsing, watching videos, editing clips, and playing games—nothing out of the ordinary. If you're just someone using it normally, you should be fine!
Never experienced problems with Windows 2004. Would not upgrade to a Windows 7 version, opted for a clean installation instead.
I believed there remained an issue with Build 2004's frequent trimming of the SSD. The decision to upgrade instead of reinstalling stemmed from perfectly tuned Creative drivers and soundfonts I prefer. I've been hesitant to discard hardware synths because they provide a more authentic experience.
I'm using the 2004 release from last week, and the main issue is that the operating system clears the SSD too often—about 2-3 times daily—which can reduce its lifespan. To fix this, turn off scheduled optimization in the defragment and optimize drives settings.
The standard schedule is configured to adjust once each week, but after reviewing the setup, I noticed it hasn’t performed a trim in the past few days. It seems I handled the adjustment manually.