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Using W10 allows updates to occur at specific times, such as during the night. You miss out on certain features like network mapping, which I really appreciated, but you gain a much more contemporary interface compared to W7.
I've been using Windows 7 for five years without any problems. When I switched to Windows 10 last year, it introduced some new features like Action Center, and you'll get used to them over time. Regarding automatic updates, I haven't noticed anything unusual—sometimes it updates while the system is off or during a restart, which isn't too bothersome.
You can halt the updates (it’s quite simple).
3) The October update has some issues.
4) Removing pre-installed apps is possible with tools like CCleaner or Dism++.
5) My April update worked well and I faced no problems.
W10 requires some adjustments to resemble a genuine operating system. It can be frustrating when certain features or interfaces disappear without clear explanation, making it hard to understand available options. Fortunately, 'godmode' remains functional, allowing you to proceed without installing additional software—though I still recommend removing unnecessary bloatware, as some programs may conflict with your needs. In short, from my perspective, using W7 would be simpler and avoid the later updates that introduced features like infogathering in W10 (you can find a list of updates to skip online).
There’s quite a bit here. You’re running Win10 with Windows 8 features bundled together, which is really powerful. Some highlights include a redesigned Task Manager with better readability and GPU stats for each app, plus global metrics for GPU use in tasks like video encoding, decoding, 3D rendering, and memory consumption. The clipboard now supports history via Win+V, letting you view past copies and easily paste them. Cloud sync is available so your clipboard can be shared across devices. You get a 4x4 window layout instead of just side-by-side, improved support for high-DPI displays, account settings that sync across devices (backgrounds, file types, etc.), OneDrive integration, and Windows Subsystem for Linux for running Linux apps natively. The Share menu mimics PhoneShare but lets you send files to another machine with a click. Enhanced multi-monitor setup, improved dark themes, GPU rendering interfaces, and Game Mode that can boost FPS or keep it stable depending on your hardware. You can capture game screenshots, record videos, and even broadcast via built-in Mixer support. Features like Quiet Hours, customizable start menus, Night Light, eBook and PDF support through Edge, mixed reality VR/AR, dynamic locking, SMS and call handling, app audio routing, throttling of updates, accessibility tools, improved Windows Defender, Power User shortcuts, DirectX 12, USB 3.0, Storage Sense, Storage Spaces, BitLocker encryption, app management, File History, and more. However, it’s important to note that the experience doesn’t launch automatically when playing games, doesn’t start during Active Hours, and updates happen in phases with notifications. The Insider program lets you test beta versions of new features before they’re fully released. While some apps can be removed, certain ones—like XBox, Game Bar, Messaging, Maps, and the People app—are essential and can’t be taken away without consequences. The update process is gradual, with patches released based on user feedback and system reports, aiming to minimize disruption. Overall, it offers extensive customization and powerful tools, though some integration challenges remain.