Should we update or restore the old reliable?
Should we update or restore the old reliable?
Install StartAllBack (the cost is $5), and with that Windows 11 feels quite enhanced—rounded corners, task bar adjustments, unified buttons, a customizable start menu and file explorer, and more. It’s worth considering for users with multiple devices. While it doesn’t erase the changes Microsoft introduced, there are alternatives like ExplorerPatcher and Stardock’s Start11 that offer similar improvements. A registry fix can restore the old context menu if needed. Most of the extra features can be removed or disabled. There are methods to use it without a Microsoft account, though setting up one isn’t straightforward. The retirement of the old mail app in favor of Outlook (the new version) is disappointing. I personally wouldn’t upgrade; I’d stick with Windows 8.1 if possible. Still, 10 will likely be phased out first by Microsoft and then by other developers.
I never experienced any security issues with win7. I didn't receive updates regularly, and only minor patches every few weeks. I haven't found a solid reason to upgrade to 11. I understand Microsoft might push their products to force compatibility, similar to what happened with 10.
I do admit I do know my way around when it comes to windows I am not a believer that every time Microsoft does an anniversary big update I want it and just let it pass.
Security updates are another thing and I'm all patched up on them.
I have a couple of computers that still run week one release of Windows 11 with just security updates. Not one issue.
Other computer have 23-H2 and some 24-H2 and I still prefer the week one first edition of Windows 11 less bloat and is solid stable.
I did like 7 as well and after I put service pack 1 & 2 on I killed Microsoft ever invasive updates for my own good that would hose a perfectly functional working computer.
Same with XP put the service packs on and killed the forced updates and ran just fine. I didn't like service pack 3 for Windows XP
Now were at OMG 10 is going off line with updates in October and it's a calamity the sky is falling.
Just be prepared and have your back up of a clean installed Windows 10 with all updates pre made in a safe place and TEST it before October rolls around. Keep it as your master copy moving forward.
Being as Microsoft no longer makes service packs like in XP and Windows 7 days you have to go the extra steps and just have it made your self with a fresh copy of Windows 10 and I stress fully updated just before October and that's the best we can do.
Window 11 was a seek and find chore to get to know where all the NO buttons are and than some but once that's done Windows 11 has been a dream.
Windows 11 also runs better on older Unsupported CPU's than Windows 10. Go figure!