Now that W10 is out, are you a W7 / W8 refusenik?

[RejZoR]

Except all ther security holes you're leaving wide open, but hey, it's your system, not mine so be my guest. Ignorance truly is a bliss in your case...

 

[Ahhzz]

Except all ther security holes you're leaving wide open, but hey, it's your system, not mine so be my guest. Ignorance truly is a bliss in your case...

yeah, I can tell I'm insecure by all the hack attacks that are getting thru my firewall !

oh wait.... that's not happening..... ever..... and since I use chrome, I don't worry about Insecure Explorer. It has issues from time to time, but it can update without requiring new drivers for my sound card.

 

[micropage7]

Just install Start10 by Stardock. No reason to be so dramatic as to go back to another OS for just a start menu when you can have it customizable like.you want, including W7 style.

yeah at that point i think M$ like pushing its user to follow that M$ do, but in reality it aint works well. remember win 8 that you must go to desktop every time then tweaked in win 10
i know win 10 offer more than the previous OS, but interface affects much too

 

[RejZoR]

yeah, I can tell I'm insecure by all the hack attacks that are getting thru my firewall !

oh wait.... that's not happening..... ever..... and since I use chrome, I don't worry about Insecure Explorer. It has issues from time to time, but it can update without requiring new drivers for my sound card.

Lol, I haven't seen so ignorant person for a while. I just wonder why you aren't using Windows XP. Becaue that one is even more secure than Windows 7. Especially now that update service has been terminated entirely. It won't bother you to restart for updates like ever.

 

[dorsetknob]

I just wonder why you aren't using Windows XP. Becaue that one is even more secure than Windows 7. Especially now that update service has been terminated entirely. It won't bother you to restart for updates like ever.

Is that your sincere recommendation
I still use XP on one machine (certain hardware requirements and drivers not available ) not been hacked hijacked pwnd or trojened in like whatever
suitable security programs and secure browsing habits work
you are just as likely to suffer on the latest O/s as an earlier one the weakest link is the nut holding the mouse

 

[CAPSLOCKSTUCK]

Can you still get the "old" BSOD with W10?

This one isnt nearly as scary..

 

[rtwjunkie]

Can you still get the "old" BSOD with W10?

This one isnt nearly as scary..

You're right, it's just annoying as hell, because you realize Microsoft is just laughing at you, and has no intention of helping you with the information gathered!

 

[EntropyZ]

I upgraded to Windows 10, and now I regret it because of all the annoying crap, plus my software not working at all. I thought I was getting prepped DX12, but found out later that first games only come out Q2 2016 at best.

I would go run to Windows 7 again, but I am too deep in this cesspool to go back now.

 

[lonewolf]

My sons computer just did a win 10 update today and don't you know it his Ethernet card is now disabled. Oh joy does anyone know what they broke so I can fix it?

 

[rtwjunkie]

My sons computer just did a win 10 update today and don't you know it his Ethernet card is now disabled. Oh joy does anyone know what they broke so I can fix it?

Is it an add-in ethernet card, or the board? If it's the board, it wouldn't be a Killer ethernet, would it?

 

[lonewolf]

Is it an add-in ethernet card, or the board? If it's the board, it wouldn't be a Killer ethernet, would it?

It is a realtek onboard chip. It is one of my old gaming systems think the main board is a ASUS.

 

[rtwjunkie]

Can you try going to the Asus support page for that motherboard and downloading the latest LAN drivers they have, from a different computer?

You'll want at least W8 ones, which most likely work, then use a flash drive or something to transfer driver. If you are lucky enough that there are W10 drivers, even better. 8 or 8.1 ones should work though to get a connection. We jist want to get W10 jogged into motion. If it works, it will download what MS considers more suitable drivers.

Almost forgot, check BIOS and make sure LAN is turned on.

 

[JrockTech]

Hello everyone. This is my first forum post!

I'm enjoying my Windows 10 experience so far. It feels modern like Windows 8, but has the simplicity and stability of Windows 7.

I really like the new "Edge" web browser but I'm getting crackling audio when using it - very unfortunate. I switched to Chrome which fixed the sound issue, but now I'm getting a memory leak with it, so I have switched to Firefox. Firefox seems stable, but is easily the slowest out of three. My old GPU (HD4890) was no longer supported, and I had to go out and get a used GTX card. That sucked, but everything runs great now.

I hope they continue to work on this OS for awhile and not jump to another version so quickly.

 

[EntropyZ]

Hello everyone. This is my first forum post!

I'm enjoying my Windows 10 experience so far. It feels modern like Windows 8, but has the simplicity and stability of Windows 7.

I really like the new "Edge" web browser but I'm getting crackling audio when using it - very unfortunate. I switched to Chrome which fixed the sound issue, but now I'm getting a memory leak with it, so I have switched to Firefox. Firefox seems stable, but is easily the slowest out of three. My old GPU (HD4890) was no longer supported, and I had to go out and get a used GTX card. That sucked, but everything runs great now.

I hope they continue to work on this OS for awhile and not jump to another version so quickly.

Heh, glad you like it, more than some do.

Can't really comment on edge, can't get used to the minimalistic interface, so it's Chrome for me.

Microsoft has said that they aren't going to jump on a next version, like ever. They're going to update the same Windows version and kernel over and over because Windows has become a multi-platform OS. Well that's what they said, but when has M$ actually kept their word?

 

[AsRock]

Heh, glad you like it, more than some do.

Can't really comment on edge, can't get used to the minimalistic interface, so it's Chrome for me.

Microsoft has said that they aren't going to jump on a next version, like ever. They're going to update the same Windows version and kernel over and over because Windows has become a multi-platform OS. Well that's what they said, but when has M$ actually kept their word?

I just have the feeling they going smack us with major updates that cost money maybe every 2-3 years.

Gaming going start being a pain the ass for those who are not tech savvy too, you have people now buying games that are not compatible with a OS already, now i believe their will be major updates to move things a long so people will have to understand that they will need the right version of OS which even less people will know as it some thing that don't flash up at the system startup.

 

[dorsetknob]

I just have the feeling they going smack us with major updates that cost money maybe every 2-3 years.

or as with office 365 A yearly subscription mode They gotta keep the accountants and shareholders happy

edit (MILK THOSE SUCKERS for all you can get )

 

[rtwjunkie]

or as with office 365 A yearly subscription mode They gotta keep the accountants and shareholders happy

edit (MILK THOSE SUCKERS for all you can get )

It's much more cost-effective to buy Office 2013 or 2016 than to go the Office 365 model. Of the two I prefer 2013 as a home user for the interface. Plus there is the added benefit of knowing I am denying MS a constant stream of money!

 

[eidairaman1]

This goes right along with twice in the last 2 months they have sneakily had it checked on the optional updates, with none of the recommended updates checked.

The Register article is right, this is not the type of behavior befitting a major corporation. I pity the unsuspecting regular users who still aren't sure about upgrading and have their automatic updates on. They won't have a choice.

thats why I manually Update, Woody of the Dummy books has a MS DEFCON Site

http://www.askwoody.com/ms-defcon-system/

I found out what the nag patch is
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/3035583

http://www.askwoody.com/2016/how-ge...ndows-7-and-8-1/comment-page-1/#comment-73207

http://www.askwoody.com/2016/micros...-is-coming-to-domain-joined-win7-and-8-1-pcs/

http://www.askwoody.com/2016/internet-explorer-8-9-10-end-of-life/

 

[P4-630]

 

[rtwjunkie]

Oh man, that made me literally howl with laughter! I love it!!

@eidairaman1 Yep, I also only manually update, or it would have been non-voluntary update!

 

[eidairaman1]

Oh man, that made me literally howl with laughter! I love it!!

@eidairaman1 Yep, I also only manually update, or it would have been non-voluntary update!

i just updated my previous post, Askwoody is a very good source of Info for MS-DEFCON

I had that stupid patch on my rig and removed it as soon as I found out what it was.

 

[lonewolf]

Can you try going to the Asus support page for that motherboard and downloading the latest LAN drivers they have, from a different computer?

You'll want at least W8 ones, which most likely work, then use a flash drive or something to transfer driver. If you are lucky enough that there are W10 drivers, even better. 8 or 8.1 ones should work though to get a connection. We jist want to get W10 jogged into motion. If it works, it will download what MS considers more suitable drivers.

Almost forgot, check BIOS and make sure LAN is turned on.

Thanks for the reply's. I got it working after 3 restarts and unplugging the computer from the network and replugging it in. For some reason the updates turned off the network card. I know it was on before my boy was playing games on it online, and it updated win 10.

 

[dorsetknob]

Run a Biz think you were safe from Mircrsofts Nagware THINK AGAIN
No escape: Microsoft injects 'Get Windows 10' nagware into biz PCs

Microsoft's relentless campaign to push Windows 10 onto every PC on the planet knows no bounds: now business desktops will be nagged to upgrade.
When Redmond started quietly installing Windows 10 on computers via Windows Update, it was aimed at getting home users off Windows 7 and 8. If you were using Windows Pro or Enterprise, or managed your machines using a domain, you weren't supposed to be pestered with dialog boxes offering the free upgrade.
Until now.
According to Microsoft on Wednesday, the controversial try-hard "Get Windows 10" nagware is now coming to an office near you:

We will begin to roll out the “Get Windows 10” app to additional devices that meet the following criteria, in the US later this month and in additional markets shortly thereafter:

• Running and licensed for Windows 7 Pro or Windows 8.1 Pro
• Configured to receive updates directly from the Windows Update service (i.e. updates are not managed by WSUS or System Center Configuration Manager on those devices)
• Joined to an Active Directory domain

Microsoft claims it's doing this because many small businesses – the sort of organizations that run Windows Pro, use a domain, but leave automatic updates on – want an easy way to install the new operating system. If companies really want this software, you'd think they'd install it themselves – or opt in for it, rather than having to opt out repeatedly.
You can try your luck following these instructions to halt the upgrade – until Microsoft changes the rules again. Windows Enterprise edition in large corporations will avoid the automatic, virtually mandatory, upgrade.
The telemetry phoned home to Redmond by Windows 10 worries quite a few folks, but won't freak everyone out. However, the pushy assumption by Microsoft that we should unquestioningly swallow Windows 10 will continue to aggravate: it's straight out of its 1990s bullyboy playbook, except rather than screw over its rivals, Microsoft is now turning the screws on its own customers.
Somewhere deep inside Redmond, an exec is looking at the stats and repeating to themselves: "200 million people can't be wrong."

SOURCE http://www.theregister.co.uk/2016/01/14/get_windows_10_business_pcs/

Coming Soon to Enterprise and ultimate editions (followed by Pirate editions )

 

[Octopuss]

"Microsoft claims it's doing this because many small businesses – the sort of organizations that run Windows Pro, use a domain, but leave automatic updates on – want an easy way to install the new operating system."
Noone wants to install a new operating system in any way, especially in domain environment you retards!!!!
I did basic IT support for a few years and it was tough enough with everyday's problems. I cannot imagine what would I do if I came to work one day only to find out client's computers upgraded themselves to different OS overnight. I would probably start yelling Satan's name, waving my arms and jump out of the nearest window.

 

[micropage7]

"Microsoft claims it's doing this because many small businesses – the sort of organizations that run Windows Pro, use a domain, but leave automatic updates on – want an easy way to install the new operating system."
Noone wants to install a new operating system in any way, especially in domain environment you retards!!!!
I did basic IT support for a few years and it was tough enough with everyday's problems. I cannot imagine what would I do if I came to work one day only to find out client's computers upgraded themselves to different OS overnight. I would probably start yelling Satan's name, waving my arms and jump out of the nearest window.

yea, i feel your pain

sometimes we dont have a clue how to tell them