[Hidden-tech] Windows 7 End of Support: January 14th

[Larry Kuttner]

Yes, I would also caution against in-place upgrades, especially if your
computer is over six years old.  You might find that required Windows 10
drivers are not available.
If you do choose to upgrade, always create a system image, not just a
backup, from which you can if necessary restore your whole system.
My preferred upgrade process is to install a new disk drive and keep the old
one as a back-up.  It'd good opportunity to get a larger drive, and they do
wear out over time.
Install Windows 10 on the new drive, then install all your applications and
copy files, shortcuts, and bookmarks that you've saved on a CD or USB.
This takes a while but is worth it.  You avoid carrying over old detritus
from your previous install, avoid conflicts, and possibly improve the speed.
 
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Date: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 10:49:32 -0500
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I haven't read all replies, but just want to caution people about such a 
major upgrade. I went from Windows 7 to 8 a few years ago, and it 
rendered my copy of Quickbooks inoperable. I had to buy a new copy for a 
couple hundred bucks.
 
If you have any older software on your machine that you absolutely rely 
on, check the version you have and Google whether it will still work on 
Win10.
 
Mik
 
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