What you need to know before installing Windows 10
Vindovs / / December 19, 2019
In Windows 10, a lot of interesting features and updated applications. But most people have questions about the feasibility of the transition to this version of Microsoft's operating system. We decided to answer them in this material.
Should I upgrade to Windows 10?
In developing the new version of the operating system Microsoft has shown unprecedented openness, providing access to pre-assembly testers. Based on their feedback, new features are added and bugs are removed, so it is logical to expect that Windows 10 will be able to justify our hopes. Here are just a small list of innovations that await us in the final release:
- Return to the Start menu;
- appearance voice assistant Cortana;
- completely new browser, Replacing the IE;
- a single user interface and applications for all devices (desktop, tablets, smartphones);
- new distribution model, which assumes a free update for users of previous versions.
At the moment, these and many other innovations allow us to assume that the final version of Windows 10 may well repeat the success of Windows 7 and become the new favorite of users.
What are the system requirements for installing Windows 10?
On the Microsoft official website it says that if your computer meets the requirements for Windows 8.1, then it is enough to install a new version of the system. However, if you do a little of this information, here is a more detailed list of the necessary parameters for your computer:
- Processor: at least 1 GHz.
- Memory: 1 GB (for 32-bit systems) or 2 GB (64-bit system).
- Free space on hard disk: 16 GB.
- Video adapter: graphics device Microsoft DirectX 9 with a WDDM driver.
In addition, you necessarily need a Microsoft account and internet access.
Does my computer for Windows 10 is the solution?
For all users that are completely unaware that represent all these tsiferki in the system requirements list, or fear any unexpected surprises when you upgrade, Microsoft has prepared a special tool called Get Windows 10. It will automatically appear on all computers that are suitable for the installation of a new version of the operating system. The prerequisite for this is that you are connected to the network and active status of Automatic Updates.
This application is used to create backup copies of your data, contains additional information about Windows 10 and checks the compatibility of your device with Windows 10. In addition, the system will be tested for the presence of common problems of compatibility with the established your applications, peripherals or components of a computer.
What else do I need to know before using Windows 10?
You will be able to upgrade to the latest version of Windows in several different ways.
If you are running Windows 7 SP1 or 8.1, you will receive a Windows 10 as a free update through Windows Update system now. It is necessary to know the following:
- The upgrade should be performed during the first 12 months after the final release of Windows 10.
- Owners of licensed versions can upgrade to Windows 10 for free and it will continue to receive updates to the full the whole period of the life cycle.
- The position of the company in relation to the owners of unlicensed copies of Windows is constantly changing. According to recent reports, they are still able to get a top ten, but it will display a constant warning about the inadmissibility of the use of stolen software. However, closer to the date of the final version of this information can still be refined.
- Users of Windows XP and Vista will be able to install Windows 10 only if the technical specifications of their devices meet the minimum requirements. Then it will be performed a clean installation of the system instead of upgrading from a previous version.
- Operating system Windows 10 will be released in several different versions: Windows 10, Home, Mobile, Pro, Enterprise, Mobile Enterprise, Education. Read more about the differences between them can be found in company blog.
These are all currently available information regarding the installation and upgrade Windows 10 operating system. Judging by the fact that Microsoft is planning to make this the last release in the history of Windows, and later just constantly maintain it by updating the system, sooner or later, most users will still have to pass it on Windows 10.
What do you think about a new version? You going to upgrade or will still use your favorite Windows 7 or, excuse me, even XP?