The Windows 10 operating system can be found today on computers, laptops, tablets, game consoles and other devices. Microsoft is investing huge amounts of money in its promotion and this is paying off. Moreover, she regularly adds new functions and capabilities to it, designed to expand the scope of its application and give new user experience to owners of devices under its control.
Windows 10 may not be as bad a system as some people think, but Microsoft’s policies are disgusting. This manufacturer is even worse than Apple with its iPhone smartphones. When some major update for the tenth Windows comes out, the American corporation simply takes and includes by default absolutely all the new features and capabilities that have been added to it. So, for example, not so long ago, a new security system was introduced in the OS. As a result, the speed of working with files in the Explorer program decreased by 4-5 times.
This approach is simply terrible, because after each update, if Microsoft added some new features to it, you will have to go into the settings or google on the topic of how to turn off a particular function. However, since the advent of the Windows 10 operating system, there is a main reason why the OS should be hated by absolutely every sane person.
It's hard to believe, but Microsoft, without the knowledge of the owner of the computer or any device, makes it right out of the box that its technician automatically distributes updates to other people’s technology for the Windows 10 operating system. All this is implemented on the principle of a torrent network, that is, when one the computer stores all the files and then distributes them to other computers, which may even be located on another corner of the Earth.
Everything would be fine, except that updates automatically are not just distributed, but also take up space on the drive. If the laptop has 512 GB memory installed, then after 1-2 years of active use of Windows 10, about 20-40 GB of space can go exclusively for updates. They are stored specifically so that the computer can distribute them to other people. With all this, for the Windows 10 Pro operating system, in fact, you need to pay 15,000 rubles. That is the amount its license will cost.
In order to eliminate this “feature” of the Windows 10 operating system, you need to open the “Settings” application, and then follow the path “Update and Security” → “Windows Update” → “Advanced Settings”. Here you should switch the toggle switch to the “Off” position, and then restart the computer. With the help of special programs, you can also find and destroy all updates that are stored on your hard drive solely in order to be distributed to other devices around the world.
Everyone is already aware that Windows 10 has come out and is available as a free update for 7 and 8.1, computers and laptops with a preinstalled new OS have appeared on sale, and of course, you can buy a licensed copy of the “dozens” if you wish. Let's talk about the update, namely, whether it is worth upgrading to Windows 10, what are the reasons for doing this or, conversely, to abandon the idea.
To begin with, I note that it will be possible to upgrade to Windows 10 for free within a year, that is, until the end of July 2016. So, it is not necessary to rush into the solution, moreover, if at the moment you are completely satisfied with the existing OS. But if I can’t wait - below I will try to tell in detail about all the pros and cons of Windows 10, or rather, updates to it at the current time. I will give reviews of the new system.
In my opinion, the main reason that may serve as a reason not to be updated is possible problems when updating. If you are a novice user, it may happen that you can’t cope with these problems without any help. Such problems occur more often in the following situations:
- You are updating an unlicensed OS.
- You have a laptop, while the likelihood of problems is the higher, the older it is (especially if Windows 7 was preinstalled on it).
- You have relatively old equipment (3 years or more).
All these problems are solvable, but if you are not ready to solve them and even run into them, then you may need to doubt the need to install Windows 10 on your own.
The second frequently cited reason for not installing a new operating system is that Windows 10 is raw. Here, perhaps, we can agree - not for nothing that after only 3 and a half months after the release a big update came out that changed even some of the interface elements - this does not happen on established OSs.
The common problem with non-working start-up, search, settings and applications of the store can also be attributed to system flaws. On the other hand, I have not yet observed any really serious problems and errors in Windows 10.
Spying on Windows 10 is something that everyone who is interested in the topic has read or heard about. My opinion here is simple: surveillance in Windows 10 is a child’s game as a detective, compared to the operational activities of a browser or a real world intelligence agent in the face of your smartphone. Moreover, the functions of analyzing personal data here have a clear goal - to feed you the necessary advertising and improve the OS: maybe the first point is not very good, but it is everywhere today. One way or another, you can.
Rumor has it that Windows 10 can remove your programs as you see fit. And really so: if you downloaded some software or game from a torrent, be prepared that it will not start with a message about the absence of some file. But the fact is that this was the case before: Windows Defender (or even your regular anti-virus) deleted or quarantined some files specially modified in pirated software. There are precedents when licensed or free programs were automatically deleted in 10-ke, but as far as I can tell, such cases came to naught.
But what correlates with the previous paragraph and can really cause discontent - less control over the actions of the OS. Disabling Windows Defender (built-in antivirus) is more difficult, it does not turn off when installing third-party antivirus programs, and updating drivers (which often causes problems) is also not an easy task for the average user. That is, in fact, Microsoft decided not to give easy access to configure some parameters. However, this is a plus for security.
Last, my subjective: if you have a computer or laptop with Windows 7 that was preinstalled, you can assume that there is not much time left until the moment when you decide to change it. In this case, I think it’s not worth updating, but it’s better to continue to work on what works.
Windows 10 Reviews
Let's see what feedback on the new Microsoft operating system can be found on the Internet.
- Everything that you do, it records and sends to Microsoft, as it was created to collect information.
- I put it, the computer began to slow down, turn on slowly and completely stopped turning off.
- Updated, after which the sound stopped working, the printer does not work.
- I installed it myself, it works well, but I don’t advise customers - the system is still damp and if stability is important, do not upgrade yet.
- The best way to learn about the advantages and disadvantages is to install the OS and see.
One remark: I specifically found these reviews in the discussions of 2009-2010, immediately after the release of Windows 7. Today, everything is the same about Windows 10, but one more similarity between the then and today's reviews should be noted: there are still more positive ones. And the worst response is given to those who have never installed a new OS and are not going to do it.
If after reading you decide to still not be updated, then an article may come in handy to you, but if you still think about doing this, here are a few recommendations.
If you decide to upgrade to Windows 10, I’ll give some tips that may help a little:
- If you have a “branded” computer or laptop, go to the support section of your model on the official website. Almost all manufacturers have "questions and answers" on installing Windows
- Most of the problems after the update have one or another relation to the hardware drivers, most often there are problems with the drivers of video cards, Intel Management Engine Interface (on laptops) and sound cards. The usual solution is to remove the existing drivers, reinstall from the official site (see, it is also suitable for AMD). Moreover, for the second case - not from the Intel site, but the last, slightly older driver from the site of the laptop manufacturer.
- If any anti-virus is installed on your computer, then it is better to remove it before updating. And install again after him.
- Many problems can be solved.
- If you are not sure whether everything will go smoothly, try searching for the model of your laptop or computer and “Windows 10” in the search engine - with a high probability you will find reviews from those who have already completed the installation.
- Just in case - an instruction.
This concludes the story. And if you still have questions about the topic, feel free to ask them in the comments.
After updating the "dozens" to the Creators Update there were problems with the games? Namely, games in Windows 10 lag and frame rate per second (FPS) decreases? What to do in this case?
What problems with games can occur after updating Windows 10 Creators Update?
According to Steam, since April 2017, more than 50% of gamers use Windows 10. Therefore, it is not surprising that Microsoft is trying to maximize the operating system for games, as evidenced by new features in the Creators Update, in particular, the introduction of "game mode". But not everything is so rosy - since the release of Creators Update for Windows 10 on foreign forums there are a lot of discussions in which gamers describe the problems that arose after installing the update.
Just enter a phrase into Google, for example, “Creators Update stuttering in games” and immediately find a lot of posts, comments and messages where users are trying to find the answer, for what reason they lag games.
There are several of them. First of all, the game runs at a lower frame rate per second, and also constantly freezes for several seconds, slows down and lags.
Especially the frieze is felt during a quick turn of the camera. Every gamer knows that this is incredibly annoying, because even after reaching the “magic” 60 FPS the game will not go smoothly - micro braking will occur every few seconds.
In addition, in some cases, vertical synchronization (Vsync) may not work properly when the so-called double buffer synchronization (rather than triple) is forcibly activated. It happens that if the FPS drops below 60, then the frequency drops immediately and blocks by 30. If the game finds that it can reach the full 60 FPS again, it will restore the full frame rate per second. And so again and again, depending on which direction the camera is pointing.
So, let's try to understand why the programs lag and how to solve the problem before Microsoft releases the corresponding update? The easiest solution is to disable all add-ins associated with games that Microsoft introduced with the Creators Update.
Turn off DVR mode in Xbox app
The DVR mode in the Xbox application allows, in particular, to record a game and create screenshots. But also known for causing problems with vertical synchronization. The solution is to disable this mode (it is enabled by default, even if you are not using the Xbox app).
How to do it? Open the Start menu and launch the Xbox app. In the side menu on the left side, click on the gear icon to enter the settings. Then go to the “DVR for games” tab.
Turn off game mode in Windows 10 Creators Update
Game mode, in theory, should cause an increase in computer performance. Unfortunately, in some games the opposite happens, they began to lag after activating the game mode, micro-freezes and a slight decrease in the FPS frequency appeared. If some old games lag you need to disable this mode. To do this, open the Start menu and go to Settings. Go to the Games section, and then select the “Game Mode” tab.
Uncheck “Use game mode”. Now the mode is inactive and will not cause a conflict.
Turn off full screen optimization
Windows 10 Creators Update introduces a new full-screen optimization feature. This feature is enabled for all applications and programs that run in full screen mode. It can be disabled if lagging used programs.
To do this, go to the folder with the game installed, and then right-click on the file to run it * .exe. From the popup menu select “Properties”.
The settings window for the selected file will open. Go to the Compatibility tab and check the option “Turn off optimization in full screen”. Disable this item for all games with problems.
Update AMD / NVIDIA Graphics Drivers
After updating the system and video card drivers, the old values \u200b\u200bin the settings of the NVIDIA Control Panel or Radeon Software Crimson Edition may remain. To solve this problem, you need to completely remove the driver on your computer or laptop, and then install them again (preferably the latest version).
How to completely remove drivers in Windows 10? To do this, we recommend using the DDU (Display Driver Uninstaller) program. After removal, you need to download the latest drivers online from the manufacturer’s official website and install them.
Uninstall Windows 10 Creators Update
If it has not been 30 days since the installation of the Creators Update, then you can delete it and return the system to its previous state.
Of course, this is not the best solution, because Microsoft will sooner or later force to install this update. But until then, you can postpone its installation, hoping that the problem will be solved by then.
Not so long ago, the world saw a new version of Windows 10, advertised by the creators as the latest super-powerful machine that will permanently save users from hanging computer and will turn work with it into an incredibly enjoyable process.
However, very soon, millions of users around the world began to talk about the many holes and shortcomings that they found in the system. Programmers, familiarized with the work of the "dozens" from and to, advised to get rid of even the very thought of upgrading to Windows 10, otherwise the user will certainly feel the whole hell of Bill Gates's new brainchild.
So, why is the tenth Windows so bad that even those who are far from programming and just want to use their PC without any problems are advised not to install it?
The answer is simple - users claim that after installing Windows 10, the problems will not be long in coming and will certainly appear. One can doubt it, but after such examples as, for example, which he did not set, it is already worth considering whether such a rebellious OS is needed. However, these are only flowers.
Windows 10 monitors its users
The new Windows is much worse than the fact that it completely covers the user with a spy cap. For example, if you start typing, it is immediately registered in the registry, and then sent to Microsoft every 30 minutes. And this is not only for Yandex.Direct to offer you to buy cheaper.
Also, every half hour, Microsoft finds out about your location, and it does not turn off.
Download a new movie from the tracker and Microsoft will find out about it. Moreover, when writing the name of any movie, music, or even a book, the system will begin scanning your media files. To search for illegal video, or maybe for something else.
Is this not enough? Well, Microsoft, after turning on the webcam for the first time, will certainly take a picture of your physiognomy and send it to a common database for all users. As well as your voice, which will always be recorded - regardless of whether you deleted Cortana or not.
Oh yes: the password from your Wi-Fi is now not only yours.
By the way, when installing Windows 10, pay attention to the fact that there is no clause on non-disclosure of your data - they will talk about you.
And finally: to hide your IP with Windows 10 is unrealistic, it is sewn into a DLL, and not only the fifteen-year-old lurker can calculate you.
Dancing with a tambourine: back to the future
If you don’t give a damn about snooping or just have nothing to hide, a lot of surprises are prepared for you in Windows 10 that will easily spoil your mood. So, many users noted that their office equipment, gaming mice and even just sound cards did not work on the new product.
Some clients reported a problem in the encoding, as well as the inability to work in Total Commander - constant errors forced the program to crash completely.
Simply put, the 10th Windows is absolutely crude, according to experts, an OS, which is pointless to install - unless you just want to have some fun or find some more new holes. By the way, hackers have already found a lot of them - they say it is true or not, but with their help personal data transmitted to MS can also be stolen by unauthorized persons. However, as before - but now it is much easier to do.
Now about software that you did not buy. There are a lot of users who use "pirated" programs. Especially in Russia. And now, if the "ten" finds them on your computer, they will stop working - at one point. It’s just that one day they won’t start, no matter what you try. The same goes for games, even hacked by advanced users - getting around the system is now much more difficult. However, smart people already offer an alternative, and you know, a very good one - it is called Linux. Did not try?
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Having similar computers and the same operating systems, devices can behave differently for different users. So, a common case is the normal operation of a particular software for some users, and a complete failure to perform the prescribed functions for others. In particular, in the article below I will explain why games do not start on Windows 10. There are several main reasons why this happens.
The most popular problem that game lovers encounter is the incorrect video adapter driver. In general, the component works, and this is completely enough to provide a picture during simple operations. But when the game starts, it gives an error, a black screen appears or the image just freezes.
The solution is simple - update. To do this, perform several movements:
If nothing happened, you need to go to the official website of the card manufacturer and find the right software. It is important to choose for the current OSes with the required bit depth. Just download the file and run it. Everything should be installed independently.
If not, then perform the first three points of the above list and " Perform a search on a computer". Next, just indicate the previously downloaded file. After the procedure, it is better to reboot the device.
Not enough rights( )
Sometimes applications in the tenth version of the operating system from Microsoft may be blocked in case of insufficient rights. Usually during the start of a game, access is denied and then nothing happens.
The fact is that an ordinary user may not be endowed with all the necessary capabilities to run any program. Sometimes this is even manifested by a ban on deleting items or working with system components. In this way, the OS tries to protect itself from incorrect user actions. Therefore, sometimes access to applications and games is even closed.
Important! If the application is launched from Steam, the above procedure must be applied to it.
Libraries( )
In some cases, the program refuses to work as a result of insufficient configuration. In most situations, the device writes: “ No dll file". And it doesn’t matter with what name.
This is often found as a result of using the same files by different programs. And if one of the softwares is removed, the files that are needed for another application may disappear.
There are several solutions. The first is to download individual items and place them in the folder that is indicated when an error occurs. Sometimes it helps.
Another option is to completely reinstall the program. This can be done from a disk or hard drive - it does not matter. But first, it is better to completely remove the game from the computer and reboot. Only then can you start a new placement.
In rare cases, the above does not help. As a solution, you should look for the so-called patches on the official website of the developers, which can change the current situation.
Directx( )
DirectX is an essential component for running games and other applications. The absence or inappropriate version of the element leads to a failure of the start of certain programs.
You can find the necessary component of the system on the official Microsoft website. The main thing is to select the operating system and its capacity.
Download the solution, install and restart the device. Only after that it is worth checking the performance of the software.
Incompatibility( )
In some cases, the application refuses to start due to incorrect compatibility. So, for example, there is no guarantee that the game from W7 will work without any problems on the tenth version of the OS. This is directly related to a parameter such as compatibility. At the same time, it does not matter at all whether these are pirated games or received from the store.
In this option, you need to click RMB on the executable file (* .exe) or its shortcut, and select “ The properties". Next, go to " Compatibility»And here we set all the necessary parameters. We confirm the actions and immediately launch the application for verification.
