10 Reasons That You Should Update Your Windows to Windows 10
Everybody can finally exhale a sigh of relief: Windows 8 is going away, and it's once again safe to upgrade your PC's version of Windows. Windows 10 is nearly here, and a major thrust of its design is to be more familiar to users of pre-8 versions of Windows. It's a chance for everyone who missed out on all the performance and feature advances in Windows 8 and 8.1—and believe it or not there are plenty, many of which are included in this list—to get caught up. Not only that: It's free! Windows 10 Bug ArtYou can't upgrade to Windows 10 quite yet (unless you want to be a guinea pig and install the Technical Preview), but you can already make a decision to start the process rolling. How? By clicking on the new-style Windows logo in your system tray that Microsoft has added to all machines eligible for the free upgrade. Doing so enrolls you in the upgrade program, which starts on July 29. Unless your computer is part of a corporate network, or you haven't upgraded recently, you've no doubt seen this icon. Tablet users may want to hold off, since they'll lose the Charms, which give all-the-time access to frequently needed functions like search, settings, share, and changing display devices. But the vast majority of update candidates will be running existing versions on laptops and desktop PCs, for which the new OS is mostly better suited than the much maligned Windows 8/8.1. Did I mention that upgrading to the new operating system will be free? If you have a valid license for a Windows 7 SP1 or 8.1 Update installated, then you're golden. The offer lasts for a year, and if you've joined the Windows Insider program, you'll be first in line to get the completed update. Windows Insiders can also continue testing pre-release software or settle down to the release track. Note that the new operating system sheds some features that weren't used by a large enough audience for Microsoft to continue offering them. Things like Windows Media Center, Windows 7 desktop gadgets, and a few more trifles. You can read more about what's going away and how to replace it in 6 Features Disappearing in Windows 10 (and How to Replace Them) An underlying reason to upgrade, aside from any features listed here, is to take advantage of advances that come with newer technology; simply experiencing the little conveniences and updated design that accompany any new operating system can be refreshing. Several of the advantages listed below were also features of Windows 8.1. But a major goal of Windows 10 is to be familiar and not require learning new techniques the way Windows 8 did. From that standpoint, Windows 10 aims to give you the best of both worlds, embracing both familiarity and innovation.Read More Details