Windows 10 Rollout

MS is still releasing large numbers of updates to W10...indicating that more and more problems are being uncovered. I have a couple of friends who use MSN.com for their e-mail, and they are reporting a lot of problems Sending e-mails. Apparently, they can receive e-mails, but cannot send...they have contacted MS, and received answers that MS is working on this.
 
I've got mine set for automatic update, and I think they are updating a lot, but I don't see a lot of reboots, maybe 3 times overnight in the month I've had it. Little DOS windows flash on the screen once in awhile for a split second. A couple things I thought weren't working seemed to be ok the next time I try them. I may change that auto-update setting now just to find out. Then again I may not, because I haven't had any real problems yet. I did get rid of most of the tile screens. Prefer a mouse. My version came on a new pc.
 
Windows 10 may have certain advantages over Win 7 and 8. On the other hand, you may be surprised with the fact, that all the issues you find are nothing in comparison with privacy issues one can come across, when upgrading to Win 10. If you had some time to read the service agreement, you'll hardly understand where your sensitive personal information will go and what it will be used for. The truth is, that all "free" hi-tech additions, features and apps inserted in Win 10 come with a certain price. Even annoying ads you used to receive in Win 7 and 8 will be in the past, because from now on you'll get your own personal ad ID, which will help ad network partners harvest your data and annoy you even more.
 
Wondering something ?? ...
I need to buy a new laptop pretty soon. Is buying a Windows 10 Home, installed as the operating system, going to be a smart choice? I don't want to go back in time... so ... what's the best move?

I guess I'm saying, is a new system with 10 installed going to be different (safer, more secure) than an old system with the upgrade?
 
Can't guarantee that an installed version on a new unit will be anymore secure than one you DIY. Even if you lock down all the data mining they are still reporting your tracks back to MS. They have been doing it since Win 7, but so has Google, Amazon, and a whole bunch of other data mining companies. My daughter says she has no problem with Netflix knowing what movies she watches or Amazon knowing what she is probably going to order based on past purchases. I asked her about identity theft and she ruffled and answered that is a horse of a different color. Anytime you post personal & private information on the web it is subject to exposure. All you can really do is be very selective what you give sites that request email addresses, credit/banking,,,etc information.

I'm waiting and watching for the other shoe to fall when and if they start having fee based updates like I've read about. It may just be rumor but it makes sense to me that they would have a way to make money after giving away the OS for free. Years ago a banker told me, 'Once we get them to use our check guarantee cards then we got'em'.
 
I'm waiting and watching for the other shoe to fall when and if they start having fee based updates like I've read about. It may just be rumor but it makes sense to me that they would have a way to make money after giving away the OS for free. Years ago a banker told me, 'Once we get them to use our check guarantee cards then we got'em'.[/QUOTE]

The more I read about W10, and some of the things MS is likely to be doing in the future, the more interested I'm becoming in Linux.
 
Zante said:
Well it's not really a new operating system as such is it? It is just an upgrade and anything to get rid of that annoying charms bar!
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I'm sorry I didn't mean new OS, I referred to the term 'version' should have said upgrade. Actually since Win 3.0 they are all a clone of the 1984 Apple GUI.
 
Son_of_Perdition said:
I'm sorry I didn't mean new OS, I referred to the term 'version' should have said upgrade. Actually since Win 3.0 they are all a clone of the 1984 Apple graphical icon (GUI) operating system.
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Reading yours and the other comments ... back to my thoughts of getting a new MacBook. ..:).
I've had Apple computers for a long time and I'm on my second desktop, which is getting old (10.5.8), but its still ticking. The Yosemite would be my choice if $$$ didn't matter.
Everything Microsoft puts out scares me.. thought maybe the new 10 Home version might be different, if already installed on a new system. .. But everything I read says it's too raw for clarity.
 
I have been and will continue to be a supporter of the Linux operating system. Not that it's any better than the others. I just understand it, and have been using it for at least 15 years now. It's all in what you are comfortable with. Linux is not entirely secure from hackers it's just that we're not the low hanging fruit and they pretty well leave us alone, and with hundreds of distros it is a headache and not worth the effort. More opportunity with MS since there are many millions more users. Apple is also not completely secure and have been hacked. Most software is written for use with Windows and without complete control over the code the engineers at MS can't possibly protect you 100%.

I wish I had the money to toss at an iMac but since my requirements are minimal (surfing, playing simple games, writing a few letters, answering emails, paying bills, I enjoy the simplicity and flexibility of Linux. Your problems come from the browsers, poorly written apps, unsecure websites, older technology still running systems, weak passwords,,,etc and not really the OS. I believe that MS is so bloated with code and needs too many back doors to work with the commercial software that it in itself makes it more vulnerable to hacking, virus and key stroking malware. If you like Apple, Windows or Linux then use what serves your interest best and above all be web safe at all times.
 
Bonnie said:
Wondering something ?? ...
I need to buy a new laptop pretty soon. Is buying a Windows 10 Home, installed as the operating system, going to be a smart choice? I don't want to go back in time... so ... what's the best move?

I guess I'm saying, is a new system with 10 installed going to be different (safer, more secure) than an old system with the upgrade?
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I don't really think there will be much difference. It's still Microsoft, so there still will be privacy issues. Some time ago I discoverd that my system was getting much slower and I kept getting unnecessary broser toolbars every time I wanted to download something. I can't explain how sick and tired I was. Emsisoft Internet Security was my saver. First I've come across some very useful articles by Emsisoft, I'd recommend everybody to read those. They're a new company providing innovative anti-malware that highly protects our computers and data, no matter what OS you installed.
 
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Jonathan Mathews said:
I don't really think there will be much difference. It's still Microsoft, so there still will be privacy issues. I've come across some very useful articles by Emnisoft, I'd recommend everybody to read those. They're a new company providing innovative anti-malware that highly protects our computers and data, no matter what OS you installed.
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I use Emsisoft software too and it is very good!!!
 
AprilSun said:
I use Emsisoft software too and it is very good!!!
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You know, I've just realized my son also uses K9 Web Protection, which is very simple and blocks all unappropriate websites and ads, for their family PC. The reason why they chose it is my grandson, who is using the same computer for his studies and in his spare time. I was a bit worried about him visiting only safe websites with appropiate content, but with Emsisoft parental control software I feel much safer for my grandson. I know I can trust them, because I'm using the same for my PC. However, I'd appreciate your opinions about how you protect your kids online or what tips you heard from others.
 
I also use Malwarebytes Premium which is the paid version. Between it and Emsisoft Internet Security, what one doesn't block, the other does and I don't have to worry about who uses this computer. If anyone starts to go to an unsafe website, one of these programs will block them and prevent it. I also do weekly scans with both of these programs because I use this system to do banking, etc. and I've seen so many computers loaded with malware, etc. so I had rather be safe than sorry. If you're interested, you can find Malwarebytes Premium at:
https://www.malwarebytes.org/antimalware/premium/
Hope this helps!
 
AprilSun said:
I also use Malwarebytes Premium which is the paid version. Between it and Emsisoft Internet Security, what one doesn't block, the other does and I don't have to worry about who uses this computer. If anyone starts to go to an unsafe website, one of these programs will block them and prevent it. I also do weekly scans with both of these programs because I use this system to do banking, etc. and I've seen so many computers loaded with malware, etc. so I had rather be safe than sorry. If you're interested, you can find Malwarebytes Premium at:
https://www.malwarebytes.org/antimalware/premium/
Hope this helps!
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We are getting a little off topic here but:

April, what browser are you using?? FireFox, IE Chrome ???
 
Ken N Tx said:
We are getting a little off topic here but:

April, what browser are you using?? FireFox, IE Chrome ???
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Most of the time I use Pale Moon 25.6.0 which is similar to Firefox. I also have Firefox installed but it is an older version, 38.05.
 
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