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Windows 7 support ending upgrade to Windows 10

upgrade windows 7 to windows 10On January 14 2020 Microsoft will stop supporting and releasing security updates for Windows 7. Microsoft provided 10 years of support since it was released on October 22, 2009. Windows 7 will still continue to function but with a higher security risk when connected to the internet. Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 8 on January 10 2023.

An Intel Core i3, Core i5 or Core i7 CPU will provide the best performance when you upgrade to Windows 10. Upgrading windows 8 to windows 10 will allow you to take advantage of the new features. You can still upgrade Windows 7 and Windows 8 to Windows 10 for free. But you have to update drivers, bios and uninstall incompatible software on your own. Windows 10 was release on July 29 2015 giving Microsoft time to streamline the upgrade process and keep it running smoothly.

We have been upgrading all of our existing business and home clients to Windows 10 successfully to extend their initial investment. Drop off your computer and we will do all that is necessary to successfully upgrade to Windows 10. For most computers this will be a labor charge of $150. For businesses we can come to you and upgrade all your computers for $90 per hour.  For clients who decide to purchase new computers we can help to transfer data and reinstall programs. Call to schedule an appointment to upgrade to Windows 10.

Windows 10 Features

With the recent press conference by Microsoft to announce Windows 10 features (yes they skipped 9) here are a couple of reasons why you should care. There are over 1.7 million people testing the pre-release version with Microsoft using that data to refine it.

windows 10 start menuProbably the most important feature for non touch enabled desktops and laptops the combined start menu. This provides the convenient single look at your tile updates at the same time as the start menu you are used to. The old start menu has been properly spaced for compatibility with touch enabled devices. All reviews of the new start menu are in favor of this solution. If you are using a non touch enabled computer Windows will automatically load the new / old start menu.

Windows 10 will be a free upgrade for one year for Windows 7, 8 and 8.1 users. You can upgrade and keep your programs or start from scratch and have a clean computer. I would apply for the free upgrade license early then perform the upgrade when its convenient for me. If you are upgrading Windows 8 you should install the 8.1 update through the Microsoft store. Here are the Windows 8.1 update instructions.

New Internet Explorer codenamed Project Spartan that is a completely new program versus a new revision of a previous release.

Play Xbox One games on your Windows 10 tablet, laptop and desktop and keep up with your gaming friends when you are away from home.

Integrated voice assistant named Cortana that can provide you with information, set schedules, and directions without you asking for it. Cortana monitors what you are searching for and offers a task for you to approve and sync across all Windows 10 devices.

A new way to handle old style programs and newer universal apps that can be split across the same screen. Universal apps work with all Windows 10 and devices no matter what screen size they are. Directx 12 that provides new features for graphics designers and gamers. OneDrive that can sync files and folders you want across all devices using the same account.

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