Are You Upgrading To Windows 10?
asks Peter Clarke of PC PAL
The Windows 10 upgrade is now available and some of my customers have decided to take the plunge: some have upgraded with success and some have asked me to restore Windows to their previous version. So what are the things to look out for?
- Some customers have run the upgrade to be met with a message saying that their hardware is not compatible. This doesn't have to be the end of getting Windows 10 - in some cases I have managed to source and install a replacement part which has been compatible with the Windows 10 upgrade
- One customer did not see this message but the computer was not compatible so it's a good idea to go to the website of the manufacturer of your computer and check what they say about compatibility before you start
- Another 'must do' is to back up all your data before you look to upgrade - I know I mention this a lot in my articles but there are so many ways to back up your data and it really is essential - do you want to be at risk of losing your photos and files?
- If you do the upgrade and don't like Windows 10 you do get the option to roll back to your previous version providing you do it within 30 days of installing Windows 10
Windows 10 is available as a free upgrade to Windows 7 and 8 users for a period of 12 months. As time goes on more and more computers are likely to be upgraded and come across problems which will then be resolved by Microsoft or computer manufacturers. If you want to discuss this further to decide if Windows 10 is right for you now, arrange a back up of all your data, or need any help with the upgrade please don’t hesitate to call me.
