Windows 11 has new sound effects, too, and I think they're way more pleasant in general. Smooth is a good word for a lot of Windows 11-it reflects almost everything I enjoy about it, like the new, far less jarring notification pop-ups. Regardless, I think Microsoft has done a better job than with Windows 10 making themes feel cohesive, and the switch from light mode to dark mode is really smooth. Pretty soon I'll get used to the new aesthetic and then it'll just be business as usual, or I'll apply a different color scheme. The taskbar and rounded edges and colors evoke the same airy lightness as that classic Windows XP wallpaper I feel a little like I'm floating on clouds as I pop open the Start menu and the file explorer, which is a nice feeling. If not available, Windows 8.1 will not install and work correctly for you.īut first make sure that you have the correct system requirements and that your Computer Manufacturer supplies the correct Drivers for 10.Ĭheers.Microsoft has done a better job than with Windows 10 making themes feel cohesive Windows 7 Upgrade these steps before you buy and Upgrade (clean install) to Windows 8.1.Ĭheck to see if your Computer/Laptop Manufacturer has Windows 8.1 Drivers available for your Model. If not available, Windows 7 will not work correctly for you.Ĭheck to see if your System Specifications are compatible for Windows 7: Go to your Computer / Laptop Manufacturer's website and see if Windows 7 Drivers are available for your Make and Model Computer / Laptop.
There is no free upgrade from Vista to 7, 8.1 or 10.įollow these steps before you buy Windows 7. Windows lifecycle fact sheet - Windows Help - Microsoft depends on the hardware requirements of later operating systems and also whether the computer/laptop manufacturer supports and supplies drivers for the later operating systems as to whether it is possible or feasible to upgrade or not.
This will show you when support (Mainstream and Extended Support) for the various operating systems ends. You are on your own in regards to maintaining the Security of your operating systems. Or rectifying those problems by way of Security Updates each month. What this basically means with Microsoft no longer supporting an operating system is that even though hackers may find "holes" and vulnerabilities to be able to access the operating systems and cause security problems, Microsoft will no longer be monitoring Whether they still work or not with particular programs is up to the particular program manufacturers.Įxample: Google Chrome is no longer supported for security updates in XP or Vista by Google.
What they are saying is that after a certain date they will no longer support them. With end of support Microsoft is not telling you that your operating systems won't work.
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