Windows 10 remains a functional everyday operating system.
Windows 10 remains a functional everyday operating system.
Hello, I'm considering switching to the development version on Windows 10 for my daily use. Would it be a good idea? Are there still many issues left? Please let me know! - Benjamin
I wouldn't suggest it. I use it only within a VMWare setup, and I'll keep doing so until the official release comes. There could also be app compatibility issues, which is another concern.
You can run it as your primary operating system, but you need to be prepared to reinstall at any moment. If you're occupied with schoolwork, it might not be ideal. Additionally, you should have a regular backup system for your data. A minor issue could lead to significant data loss.
I'm using Windows 10 now. It's not too broken, but some problems appear occasionally. I've already had to reinstall my PC a few times in the past days. It's a solid choice if you don't want to spend money on an OS but you have technical skills, a reliable backup, and another machine.
Otherwise, could Windows 10 affect your hardware? You're planning to assemble a PC and eventually install Windows 10. You're thinking about whether to try the Windows 10 preview first, purchase it directly, or switch to Windows 8.1. Since you already have a Windows 7 machine with most of your files, you're not concerned about data loss. You just want to wait until Windows 10 is available before starting the build...
An operating system cannot harm hardware. The only chance for software to damage your hardware is if the drivers permit voltage adjustments. If there are APIs available that allow overvolting a component—such as MSI Afterburner, which uses RivaTuner with support for Nvidia and AMD secret APIs for GPU overclocking—then it becomes a risk. However, MSI Afterburner itself is not an operating system, so the answer is no.