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Is anyone using this right now?

 

I downloaded and installed it into a virtual machine to check it out, and let's just say that I don't like what I see.  I allocated 8GB of RAM and 4 processors to the virtual machine, and even with those resources, it seems to be kind of sluggish.

 

Internet Explorer is now called Microsoft Edge.  This has got to be the absolute worst browser that I've ever used.  I would even call some of the "default" settings reckless if not dangerous.

 

Probably the most disturbing is the many areas where "default settings" for applications contact the "mother ship" that being Microsoft.  Want a bit of privacy regarding your browsing, writing and usage habits when using your computer?  You better explore the settings.

 

I would encourage people to actually read Microsoft's Privacy (or lack thereof) Statement.  Here are a few relevant things that I don't like.

 

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Microsoft collects data to operate effectively and provide you the best experiences with our services. You provide some of this data directly, such as when you create a Microsoft account, submit a search query to Bing, speak a voice command to Cortana, upload a document to OneDrive, or contact us for support. We get some of it by recording how you interact with our services by, for example, using technologies like cookies, and receiving error reports or usage data from software running on your device. We also obtain data from third parties (including other companies).

 

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We share your personal data with your consent or as necessary to complete any transaction or provide any service you have requested or authorized. We also share data with Microsoft-controlled affiliates and subsidiaries; with vendors working on our behalf; when required by law or to respond to legal process; to protect our customers; to protect lives; to maintain the security of our services; and to protect the rights or property of Microsoft.

 

Some may call me paranoid or whatever, but I'm one that fully believes that a computer operating system should just run the computer, not report in to the creator of said operating system.  It should be efficient, do it's job well and allow me to decide which programs and/or applications that I want to use.  The default settings should be safe in order to protect the user.

 

It's only a matter of time when several zero days emerge that will make this operating system even more vulnerable than previous versions of Windows.  I myself have already seen a potential exploit.

I've always worked under the assumption everything online is recorded, logged and databased. to what degree and for what purpose is the question.

Nope, we're all still on Windows 7.  Refused to buy Windows 8, and never really upgrade anyway.  I don't even use Microsoft Office.  Nor do I use IE.  Not because of any privacy issues, though. Open Office is free, and I like Chrome better than IE/Whatever Microsoft wants to call it.  I do use wordpad though.

Your problem started when you chose Microsoft/Windows  :yes:  :teehee:

Only problem I have with it is it's a memory hog and a processor hog. I'm only running a Dual Core 1.33Ghz Processor with 3 gigs of ram. But I'm able to run multiple programs at once with relative ease.

Quote:Your problem started when you chose Microsoft/Windows  :yes:  :teehee:

 

Except I didn't/don't.  I run Linux and only use Windows in a virtual machine.

I have no problems with Windows 10 at all. My machine isn't exactly low end though.

Quote:Nope, we're all still on Windows 7.  Refused to buy Windows 8, and never really upgrade anyway.  I don't even use Microsoft Office.  Nor do I use IE.  Not because of any privacy issues, though. Open Office is free, and I like Chrome better than IE/Whatever Microsoft wants to call it.  I do use wordpad though.

 

As an alternative to Open Office I would recommend taking a look at LibreOffice.  It's a fork of the Open Office project and is more up to date.  I too prefer to use Chrome as my primary browser, though I do at times use others depending on what I want to look at.

Quote:Except I didn't/don't.  I run Linux and only use Windows in a virtual machine.

 

I'm not sure how efficient it's supposed to run on a VM, but I'm not surprised that Windows 10 is a let down.  I was never excited about Windows 10 release.  But I can't imagine what difference it would make for me.  Though I thought Windows 8 was stupid, it's more a minor inconvenience.  I don't think I've ever clicked on one of those Start screen tiles nor do I even understand it (Why is it full of only programs I never use again?).  I just do a search and spend 99% of the time in desktop mode, the other 1% of the time is me trying to get into desktop mode.  

 

I'm getting my next laptop with Linux pre-installed.  

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I'm getting my next laptop with Linux pre-installed.  

 

If you aren't familiar with Linux, then I would stay away from Ubuntu unless you like a Windows 8/8.1 and even a Windows 10 type of interface.

 

I'm also not a huge fan of anything "pre-installed" on any of my computers or devices.

Quote:Except I didn't/don't.  I run Linux and only use Windows in a virtual machine.

Okay, I don't know what I'm talking about.  

Windows 10 is not a "letdown". Even the critics who love bashing MSFT don't really have a lot of bad things to say about it. My first impressions are that it is pretty good.

Quote:Windows 10 is not a "letdown". Even the critics who love bashing MSFT don't really have a lot of bad things to say about it. My first impressions are that it is pretty good.

 

So you are a Windows guy/gal, what's so good about it?

I hated 8/8.1 so bad I downloaded 10 last week. After reading about all of the security risks and such I went through and did custom settings for everything to make it at least a little difficult for them to spy on me. I haven't had the issue of automatic updates/auto restarts as I set it to alert me when they needed to be done and the computer to be restarted. 

 

I've also always been under the assumption that everything over the internet is somehow 'seen' or whatever and I'm not too concerned about it. I just do web browsing and use Chrome to do that. Sadly my online class through my local community college only works on IE and I have to use Word for assignments but those are the only times I'll be using them. 

Quote:If you aren't familiar with Linux, then I would stay away from Ubuntu unless you like a Windows 8/8.1 and even a Windows 10 type of interface.

 

I'm also not a huge fan of anything "pre-installed" on any of my computers or devices.

 

I'm familiar with Linux for the most part.  But mostly the terminal.  Dell sells laptops with Ubuntu pre-installed, so if I get a Dell I'd be going with that.  

 

The main reason I want it pre-installed is to be sure I don't run into any compatibility or driver problems.  The laptop I'm typing into right now I'm pretty sure can't run Linux.  The reason Ubuntu is ideal is because I originally wanted to install Mint, and I'm assuming if the hardware works with Ubuntu it should also work with Mint.

I personally love 8.1 Just installed 10 on my desktop and I haven't had any chance to mess with it.

 

I did order an SSD last week to install in the desktop...my laptop still isn't ready. I assume it's due all the software I have installed. They're not ready for it. 

Quote:Except I didn't/don't. I run Linux and only use Windows in a virtual machine.

What the hell is a virtual machine?

Quote:I'm familiar with Linux for the most part.  But mostly the terminal.  Dell sells laptops with Ubuntu pre-installed, so if I get a Dell I'd be going with that.  

 

The main reason I want it pre-installed is to be sure I don't run into any compatibility or driver problems.  The laptop I'm typing into right now I'm pretty sure can't run Linux.  The reason Ubuntu is ideal is because I originally wanted to install Mint, and I'm assuming if the hardware works with Ubuntu it should also work with Mint.

 

I would argue with you that Linux would probably work just fine on your current laptop.  I've been using Linux since the mid-to-late 90's and have installed it on several different platforms.  I would recommend attempting to install Mint on your current laptop (after backing up your current installation of course).  The "regular" Mint distro is based on Ubuntu, but gives you a choice regarding the interface.

 

One big difference between Linux and Windows to keep in mind.  The drivers for hardware in Linux is built into the operating system.  Windows on the other hand requires hardware vendors to provide their own drivers.  Contrary to popular belief, pretty much any modern Linux distribution is going to support pretty much any hardware.

 

I personally prefer Debian as my distro, but I am a bit more "advanced" when it comes to Linux.  Mint is good for anyone making the switch from say Windows XP or even Windows 7.  Ubuntu is more like Windows 8/8.1.

 

If you want some assistance with making the switch, feel free to PM me and I'll do my best to give you some support.

I have it...Haven't had it long enough to make a decision as to liking it or not...I do hate Microsoft Edege, Firefox seems to have some quirks with it even after updating it to the newest Firefox...I haven't done much with it but it seems to be built with improvements to graphics in mind if your system hardware will support it

Firefox and Windows 10 do not get along. In fact, Mozilla sent a nice long letter to Microsoft about that issue. The only issue I'm having with Firefox is Flash keeps crashing.