came on July 29 and gradually the invitation to download Windwos 10 will start to reach all users with compatible systems. This was announced by Microsoft, where they asked for patience if the update does not come immediately.
Windows 10 will be free for users who have computers and tablets with Windows 7, 8 or 8.1. The update for smartphones arrive in a second round before the end of the year.
Before starting the update, it is preferable to follow some recommendations so that the process goes smoothly.
If long ago he received an invitation to update, then your computer is compatible with Windows 10. However, you can check the device from the Windows icon that appears at the bottom right of the taskbar. There you select the option Review my PC .
Windows 10 requires at least 16GB of free space when being installed. If necessary, you can perform a disk cleanup, either by removing photos, videos, documents and programs. Even delete unnecessary files will cause the computer to run more efficiently.
In Windows 8, the uninstall is done by clicking the right mouse button on the program icon you want to remove. You can also carry out this action from the Control Panel
In Windows 7 the process is similar:. Control Panel / Programs and Features / Uninstall or change a program .
The installation of Windows 10 will not risk any of the documents (photos, videos, files, music) that users have on their computers.
However, it is a good measure to back personal documents, either in the cloud (Google Drive, onedrive, Dropbox) or external drives.
Users who want an extra measure be sure that nothing be lost with the upgrade to Windows 10 can choose to create a system image. This is a complete backup of everything that exists on the computer
Windows 7 and 8.1 provide a simple tool to do so. Control Panel / Activity Center and bottom left should choose the Backup and restoration and then Create a system image .
The next step is to select where we want to save the image. The simplest is an external drive, but can also create DVD.
At the end of this task can create a repair disk, necessary in case you want to turn back the upgrade process or “fix” Windows in the future in the presence of a fault.
The reverse process, ie, restore the computer from the image created require go to Control Panel / Recovery and follow the steps dictated by the system.
Windows 10 will come as an upgrade, so you need to have the operating system up to date with all downloads proposing Windows Update.
The same should be done with antivirus.
Microsoft ensured compatibility with most accessories, applications and programs, but there is a way to know if it will work correctly, even before switching to Windows 10.
You must access the Windows 10 window Get in the taskbar, click on the menu at the top left of the application and select Check my team or Your PC is ready . This shows the compatibility issues and recommends a resolution. “Until we have information on each application or device in existence, a complete list of all possible known compatibility issues is provided” Microsoft said.
Reinstall your operating system is usually one of the ways to improve the performance of a computer, at least for a while. And this is a good opportunity because Microsoft will allow, once completed the step to upgrade to Windows 10, perform what is called a “clean install”, ie, returning the team to zero.
If While an installation of this type is a relatively simple process, it is recommended that inexperienced users resort to advice to avoid disappointment.
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