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Microsoft OEM System Builder |AMD, Windоws 10 Pro | 64 BIT | Intended use for new systems | Upgradable to Windows 11
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- Weight: 0.120 lbs
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- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 0.79 x 5.79 x 5.79 inches; 0.81 ounces
- Item model number : FQC-08930
- Date First Available : June 16, 2014
- Manufacturer : Microsoft
- ASIN : B00ZSHDJ4O
- Best Sellers Rank: #279 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)
- #11 in Operating Systems (Software)
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Windows Pro 10 64Bit English 1pack DSP DVD. Windows 10 is so familiar and easy to use, you'll feel like an expert. The Start Menu is back in an expanded form, plus we'll bring over your pinned apps and favorites so they're ready and waiting for you. It starts up and resumes fast, has more built-in security to help keep you safe, and is designed to work with software and hardware you already have. Windows 10 comes with Microsoft Edge, an all-new browser that's built to give you a better web experience. Write2 or type notes directly on webpages and share them with others, read online articles free of distraction, and save your favorite reads for later access. And with Cortana3 enabled, you get instant access to key actions-like making reservations or reading reviews-without leaving the page you're on. Easily snap up to four apps in place and see all open tasks in a single view. You can even create virtual desktops when you need more space or want to group things by project. Windows 10 enables your apps to look and work great in all modes, on all devices. On 2-in-1 devices, your screen can be optimized to work with touch or keyboard and mouse. Required Processor1 GHz processor or faster, Required Memory 1 GB RAM for 32-bit; 2 GB for 64-bit, Required Hard Disk Space Up to 20 GB available hard disk space, Required video card 800 x 600 screen resolution or higher. DirectX 9 graphics processor with WDDM driver, Required connectivity Internet access (fees may apply), Other system requirements Microsoft account required for some features. Watching DVDs requires separate playback software.
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Do things confidently.
Windows 10 was developed using feedback from millions of people, so you can feel confident that Windows 10 works the way you want it to. Additionally, Windows 10 helps you stay current for a worry-free experience with the greatest features and our latest protection against viruses, phishing and malware.
A web that works the way you do.
The all-new browser is great for getting things done online. Write or type directly on webpages and easily share the mark-ups; you'll also like reading online articles free of distractions. The address bar gives you personalized recommendations to get you quickly to your online destination.
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Take your gaming further.Great Xbox titles, the best of Xbox Live, and your Xbox community, achievements, and game collection via the Xbox app. You can even use your Xbox controller and stream Xbox One games on your home Windows 10 PC, laptop, or tablet. (1) |
Do things across your devices.Take your movies, music, and photos with you across all your devices with OneDrive. Plus, with OneDrive, you get 15GB of free storage space. |
Do things magically.Cortana (2) is your truly personal digital assistant who learns more about you over time. Cortana works across all your devices, from phone to tablet to PC, to help you do more and forget less. |
(1) Features only available in supported games in Xbox Live supported countries. See xbox.com/live/countries. Limited number of games available in 2015 support cross-device play; additional games to follow. Stream to one device at a time; streaming with multiplayer from Xbox One requires network connection and Xbox Live Gold membership (sold separately); Gold also required for multiplayer play on Xbox One. DirectX 12 only available with supported games and graphics chips.
(2) Cortana available in select global markets at launch. Cortana experience may vary by region and device.
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Customers like the performance and ease of installation of the software. They mention that it works well, is intuitive, and easy to install. They also appreciate the value for money. However, some customers have reported issues with the product key and quality. They say that it does okay but still runs into issues with pre 2015 software and even hardware at times.
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Customers like the performance of the software. They mention that it runs well, functions smoothly, and is fairly stable. They also say that it installs quickly and without issues. Customers also say the interface works well and responds to their commands. They say the video works OK, but the resolution is not right.
"...No problems with the sound, it works perfectly...." Read more
"...I need to get a new microphone, but the interface seemed to work quite well, and responded to my commands even with my crummy microphone...." Read more
"...Firstly, I like Windows 10. It works very well for me, and is a worthwhile upgrade from Windows 7/8/8.1 if you're getting it as a free..." Read more
"...things to work and not deal with stupid glitches and so far everything is working well! I can play my BF games and not have issues...." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the software to be very easy. They mention that it works great, is intuitive, and easy to use. Customers also say that it installs Windows like it should, and is usable in hours.
"...Booted from DVD-ROM and installed without any issues. The product key worked without any problem as well...." Read more
"...Its not a pain to navigate and has lots of options and Apps if you like that sort of thing for home use...." Read more
"Installed Windows like it should. I didn't install with touch screen, so no review input there...." Read more
"Installed and activated seamlessly. If I had not had a disk drive, then I could have downloaded the file from Microsoft and put it on a USB...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the software. They mention that it is a fantastic price for a clean install, and well worth the investment. Some customers also mention that there is s free version for students.
"...Well worth the buy." Read more
"...Reasonably priced and works GREAT!Will not work for an upgrade though. Only a clean install on a blank hard drive...." Read more
"...Advantage its much cheaper, perfect for brand new DIY computer build...." Read more
"...As far as the actual product the OEM version of Win 10 pro. It is a great price...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the shipping of the software. They mention that it is fast, and the product was delivered quickly. They also appreciate the prompt response from the seller. Customers also mention that the Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus runs and opens quickly, and that the license key email showed up fast.
"...This computer is very fast, and restarts so fast it is nutty...." Read more
"...And, the even further optimizing on an SSD makes it boot insanely fast and load applications without hesitation. Well worth the buy." Read more
"...Back to Windows 10, it works great for me. It's fast, with a small memory footprint...." Read more
"...-Sleeker and faster Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus (another big plus for me as a student)...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the registration of the software. They mention that it is 100% authentic, activated without any issues, and is fully activated. They also say that the product code works and the installation process is easy. Customers also mention that the software clean installs perfectly straight away and hasn't had any performance issues. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Once I got past the product key the darn thing loaded and was running well in no time. Windows has really improved over the last several years...." Read more
"...Activated fine, and is Windows 10 Pro...." Read more
"...I used the key on a fresh install and the activation worked without issue...." Read more
"...Installed quickly, activated properly, and works as Windows 10 should!" Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the key. They mention that it does not work, is invalid, or is nowhere to be found. Some customers also report that the product key has been blocked or used.
"...This may explain the issue other reviewers have had with the product key not working. Not sure. Manufacture date on the DVD was October of 2022...." Read more
"...It wouldn't let me. Tried a number of times thru the "change product key item" but to no avail...." Read more
"...Then, guess what? Windows update started up! Computer not available for 3 hours one month after the previous update. That did it!..." Read more
"...When I first tried installing it, it seemed like the activation key was nowhere to be found...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the quality of the software. They mention that it runs into issues with pre 2015 software and even hardware at times. They also say that the Windows 10 Pro activation is sketchy, and the disk wouldn't install Windows 10 Home. Some customers also say the Linux does not run the software and hardware they need, and that the software key does not work well.
"...As time went on, even that app got worse. It is never updated. Updates are only features you'd never use...." Read more
"...Before I was even done setting things up, it automatically went to a Windows Update state, giving me a blue screen saying Don't turn off your..." Read more
"...Along with that, it's irritating that some updates re-installed metro apps I had uninstalled and there are a few that either can't be removed or..." Read more
"The cd will not work with other windows cds even if windows 10/ pro, you need the OEM disk that is included...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the authenticity of the software. They mention that it is a fraudulent product, with a fake license and disc. They also say that Microsoft did not accept the license as genuine and that it was sold as an illegal copy.
"...HOWEVER, and this is a big however, I was not able to authenticate with the key code once the operating system was up and running...." Read more
"...it for years, then tried to transfer to new computer, and license is now not valid.Update...." Read more
"...was scuffed up, but appeared still sealed and the license activated seemingly without issue...." Read more
"...the sticker off and put in on my computer case as the license is not transferable anyways...." Read more
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So I had to buy a digital license from Microsoft Store, $199.00, which I did. I thought an OEM license was
for multiple computers, apparently not.
Some have been critical of forced updates and data mining, and other things. I chose the pro version because it lets you schedule updates. I have not had any problems. As far as data mining and other things are concerned, I really can't tell, and can't really say that it is more or less than what Google or anybody else collects. So overall my rating of five stars is accurate and honest and I have no reservations in recommending it to others.
Edit/ addition: I must add one very important detail: After opening the packaging, you will find the bar-coded information on a sticker. Also on the sticker is the product key, which is covered by some kind of material (similar to what is on a lottery ticket) that must be scratched off to reveal the product key. Caution! DO NOT use anything metal to scratch this off or you may damage the key code. It is better to use a finger nail to scratch lightly, a little at a time until the key code is revealed. Also, once the key code is revealed you will notice that it is printed with one of the smallest font sizes I have ever seen. Get your magnifying glass out, you will need it (I'm not kidding).
Before the October Windows upgrade, there was two or three different upgrades, and made my win10 flip out. This TOOL put the October UPGRADE on my win10 immediately(Took some time to download). For all of you out there with update troubles , do this, it is like a miracle. This loads the freshest/stable copy of win10. Even my Creative X-Fi sound card is still working, and it was always crushed by any update beyond the initial install disc drivers. I still doubt that MS has added drivers to decrypt Canon digic 7 camera photos in its MS photos app. So, hopefully win10 will now be stable again for at least another year and beyond.
I did also stumble onto a section at MS's site that sounded like you could download or install the October 2018 upgrade, but did not investigate it further. Trust me, I looked for that at MS's site before, and it is always hard to find things you need at MS's site. MS has lots of things that say download this here, and when you go there, there is NO DOWNLOAD. Hahaha on me! Had to click on a link in a random internet forum, who knows where, to get the answer I needed for this latest fix.
I've called MS about these update/upgrade dilemmas before, and the country of India could not find the answer between 2 billion geniuses. Remember when you could call 'BOB' the computer genius, at the computer company? All the BOB's are on disability now, and downsized out of work. I hope some of this helps someone out there. Especially folks that upgraded from 7,8,8.1, etc., this may be the panacea of updates.
UPDATE: 2018-12-20, Well, I really loved this Win10 computer build for almost two years, and then the updates and upgrades started coming hot and heavy from MS. I spent good money buying the best components too. My Creative sound card quit working all together eventually(1809 upgrade). Google Chrome was toasted time and time again, and I have everything on Google Chrome. Windows Edge runs like garbage now too. You do not have a say so in how the computer updates, and does not do any assessment for incompatibility of your components. After tons of so called 'upgrades' MS downloads and installs, you end up with chow suey. My fast win7 computer is still zipping along and passing up my much faster win10 build. I really feel sorry for all the people with slow computers, old windows Vistas/7's/8's computers with FREE upgrades that have just quit working with no wifi, no sound, no video, and peripherals getting wonky. Oh yes, my Logitech mouse is worthless now too.
Windows computers, as opposed to Apples, gave you the freedom(like America once) to install components and programs, and have them function for years to come(like my win7 computer), but now, MS upgrades your equipment and leaves you with a choppy Edge browser, and failing peripherals. Win7 let you pick the updates you needed. We aren't running the Pentagon and don't need all the National Security updates to protect the Nation. Win10 is kinda like CA, the government adds people and subtracts your money without your approval. Is this communism computer control?
Another feature of win10 that was wonderful, the photo app that gave you a great array of tweaks for your photos. As time went on, even that app got worse. It is never updated. Updates are only features you'd never use. I recently got a new Canon 77d camera, and the non-updated MS photo app will not process 77d RAW files. All new Canon cameras have the newer Digic7 processor, and MS photo app won't fix those RAW photos.
The wonderful Media Center from winXP-win8, gone. What do we get, Windows Media Player that looks exactly the same boring way as it did 12 years ago on XP. Really?? Same features and functions too. NO NEW FEATURES AT ALL? We can actually thank lawyers for part of that, why, they sued MS for monopolizing its features on Windows. Try hooking up TV, and that gets more complicated too. Instead of windows getting smarter or including more features, we get a bland communism of nothing. What does a win10 computer do? Not much, inherently, but will play video and music on its ten year old player. I didn't even get a FREE freecell card game.
I never thought I'd say it, but the days of the computer nerd are numbered, and we are just going to be using tablets or Apple computers in the future. You can't do anything with an Apple computer either, unless you buy expensive software. When they break, we toss them out instead of replacing some worn out parts. The apps on the MS site seem absolutely worthless to me. Remember the old days of buying a box with software in it, installing it, and marveling at its uses, gone! We useta know our next door neighbors too, but they don't speak English anymore.
There are a number of sites on the internet that will show you approx' 4 ways to block win10 from updating or upgrading, and bricking yer computer. Go there! One meters or blocks the amount of data your wifi can download, which blocks upgrades. The simple one is turning off updates or delaying updates, but MS updater knocks those walls down easily now. Two other more effectual fixes involve going in to the registry and turning off or disabling updates on a more permanent basis. I've done all 4 these after reloading my computer three times in a month!! Hopefully this fixes the fixers of MS. My Creative Titanium X-Fi sound card works perfectly now, but has no quick launch console. The features are split in two windows, but everything is there, from bass to EAX functions. I have virtually no updates on the win10 now. MS says it will block updates some time in the future, if you don't stay up to date, GREAT!! I just tried to download and play the recent demo version of the Tomb Raider Shadows game on STEAM and it is telling me I don't have enough updates to play it, oh well. You can't win, for trying to win.
I can't go back to win7 on this computer, because I've installed an M.9 Samsung SSD HD for win10, and the options for installing win7 on it seemed like too much work. Should have kept my Samsung SSD on there and then put win7 on this win10 mess, and may still. Would pick up all features on my Creative card, video card, and the best thing, Media Center(TV, DVD, radio, videos, music, pictures, and more). Win10 provides heartache galore though. My Google Chrome runs awesome with not one update on win10. See, I can say something nice. I feel like the guy that owns the fastest car in town, but it is always at the mechanics shop and needing tuneups.
My bottomline advice, get a decently fast computer, Intel i5 or i7 processor based, and put windows 7 on it, and it will run win7 like you've never seen a computer run, fast. When MS shuts off all downloads for win7, we will be forced to buy win12 communism. I recently rebuilt a friend's computer on win7. I got him a 32" Dell HD monitor, and a decent video card for his stock HP computer, and he now has a classically fast Cadillac version of windows 7. He can't believe the difference. Forget win10, if you can. Good luck folks.
Original review before upgrades: First, DO NOT UPGRADE!! BUY THE DISC FOR $100!! All the reviews on Amazon that slam Windows 10 are from non-verified purchases from FREE upgrades through Windows Update. They all ran here to complain about their poor decision to try and get something for FREE. If you want the best operating system, BUY IT, and have it run perfectly, NOT UPGRADE. UPGRADE ONLY, if your time isn't worth anything and you have hours to spend on line getting it to work properly. Spin the wheel and get lucky? Most all the positive reviews for Windows 10 are from verified Amazon purchases of the disc. My friend got her laptop to upgrade because she knows computers and spent a lot of time with Microsoft on the telephone.
Here's my Amazon'd system I built:
01. i7-4790k LGA1150
02. Gigabyte Z97X-UD3H motherboard
03. Gigabyte Nvidia GTX960 Windforce 3fan 4gb vidcard
04. Kingston 4x8gb HyperX Fury 1866mhz PnP(non xmp)
05. Samsung EVO 500gb SSD(upgraded to Samsung M.9 500gb)
06. D-Link Extreme dual band DWA-556 wireless pcie card
07. Windows 10pro 64bit
08. Antec High Current Gamer 850psu
09. Coolermaster Hyper EVO212 cpu fan(20-40c)
10. Coolermaster Scout 2 ATX case
11. Pioneer BD-rw BluRay/DVD/CD writer
12. (next) Hauppauge 2255 HDTV pcie tuner(never did install)
I put all these parts in the case and loaded Windows 10, and went to pour some coffee. It always takes a while to run a new build. I returned with my coffee, and the computer was asking what I wanted to do next, done, WHAT? Made me want to build these 4 profit it was so easy. Maybe I should have loaded win7 and spent a couple days upgrading, hahahahaha!!
I decided to test how efficient win10 was on a tough customer. My i7-860 was starting to slow down on the higher settings for the new Tomb Raider game. I loaded win10 with 16gb of memory and onboard Intel Graphics. TR would surely win this matchup. Nope, the system ran TR on normal just like my other i7 computer with win7. I have never seen a video game run on motherboard graphics, crazy!! Once I loaded the GTX 960 vidcard, TR had no chance, and rolled over to play dead at the ultimate high settings.
The newly replaced start menu is a nice compromise for all us familiar with Windows. I loaded up Cortana the verbal assisstant for the new win10. I need to get a new microphone, but the interface seemed to work quite well, and responded to my commands even with my crummy microphone. I know I have others stashed somewhere, but can't find 'em. I does take a little time to get it going, and the there are prompts that seem to go nowhere at times.
I put Adobe Lightroom and Nero 2015 on the win10 and all seem to run perfectly. The app for movies, TV, and music took quite a while to load and haven't been back to it yet but it did work. I have quite a bit of media, but Nero loaded much faster. I want to remind everyone that the crown jewel in the Windows world is not around anymore, MCE. Media Center ran TV, music, movies, Netflix, photos, etc. from one slick interface. That is history. You are now left to fend for yourself on how to get TV and other media to play. Between lawsuits and tired of answering questions, Microsoft wants to only be an operating system with you using apps like a Mac computer. Is the day of the tweaker a thing of the past?
All the hardware old and new I threw at it has run wonderfully. Most of the hardware and software from recent years has been updated to win10 drivers. Even some of the old drivers work too. I've been running win10 for only a month and am looking forward to using my new usb3.0 ports with 3.0 equipment I've owned for a couple years now, but ran on 2.0 this whole time. This computer is very fast, and restarts so fast it is nutty. I noticed in the Gigabyte motherboard bios it had two settings for faster booting, really, how is that possible? The minute you hit the restart button Win10 is back? It is already lightning fast to restart on slow mode?
I will try to update this once I've had some experience, hopefully still good.
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2016
Before the October Windows upgrade, there was two or three different upgrades, and made my win10 flip out. This TOOL put the October UPGRADE on my win10 immediately(Took some time to download). For all of you out there with update troubles , do this, it is like a miracle. This loads the freshest/stable copy of win10. Even my Creative X-Fi sound card is still working, and it was always crushed by any update beyond the initial install disc drivers. I still doubt that MS has added drivers to decrypt Canon digic 7 camera photos in its MS photos app. So, hopefully win10 will now be stable again for at least another year and beyond.
I did also stumble onto a section at MS's site that sounded like you could download or install the October 2018 upgrade, but did not investigate it further. Trust me, I looked for that at MS's site before, and it is always hard to find things you need at MS's site. MS has lots of things that say download this here, and when you go there, there is NO DOWNLOAD. Hahaha on me! Had to click on a link in a random internet forum, who knows where, to get the answer I needed for this latest fix.
I've called MS about these update/upgrade dilemmas before, and the country of India could not find the answer between 2 billion geniuses. Remember when you could call 'BOB' the computer genius, at the computer company? All the BOB's are on disability now, and downsized out of work. I hope some of this helps someone out there. Especially folks that upgraded from 7,8,8.1, etc., this may be the panacea of updates.
UPDATE: 2018-12-20, Well, I really loved this Win10 computer build for almost two years, and then the updates and upgrades started coming hot and heavy from MS. I spent good money buying the best components too. My Creative sound card quit working all together eventually(1809 upgrade). Google Chrome was toasted time and time again, and I have everything on Google Chrome. Windows Edge runs like garbage now too. You do not have a say so in how the computer updates, and does not do any assessment for incompatibility of your components. After tons of so called 'upgrades' MS downloads and installs, you end up with chow suey. My fast win7 computer is still zipping along and passing up my much faster win10 build. I really feel sorry for all the people with slow computers, old windows Vistas/7's/8's computers with FREE upgrades that have just quit working with no wifi, no sound, no video, and peripherals getting wonky. Oh yes, my Logitech mouse is worthless now too.
Windows computers, as opposed to Apples, gave you the freedom(like America once) to install components and programs, and have them function for years to come(like my win7 computer), but now, MS upgrades your equipment and leaves you with a choppy Edge browser, and failing peripherals. Win7 let you pick the updates you needed. We aren't running the Pentagon and don't need all the National Security updates to protect the Nation. Win10 is kinda like CA, the government adds people and subtracts your money without your approval. Is this communism computer control?
Another feature of win10 that was wonderful, the photo app that gave you a great array of tweaks for your photos. As time went on, even that app got worse. It is never updated. Updates are only features you'd never use. I recently got a new Canon 77d camera, and the non-updated MS photo app will not process 77d RAW files. All new Canon cameras have the newer Digic7 processor, and MS photo app won't fix those RAW photos.
The wonderful Media Center from winXP-win8, gone. What do we get, Windows Media Player that looks exactly the same boring way as it did 12 years ago on XP. Really?? Same features and functions too. NO NEW FEATURES AT ALL? We can actually thank lawyers for part of that, why, they sued MS for monopolizing its features on Windows. Try hooking up TV, and that gets more complicated too. Instead of windows getting smarter or including more features, we get a bland communism of nothing. What does a win10 computer do? Not much, inherently, but will play video and music on its ten year old player. I didn't even get a FREE freecell card game.
I never thought I'd say it, but the days of the computer nerd are numbered, and we are just going to be using tablets or Apple computers in the future. You can't do anything with an Apple computer either, unless you buy expensive software. When they break, we toss them out instead of replacing some worn out parts. The apps on the MS site seem absolutely worthless to me. Remember the old days of buying a box with software in it, installing it, and marveling at its uses, gone! We useta know our next door neighbors too, but they don't speak English anymore.
There are a number of sites on the internet that will show you approx' 4 ways to block win10 from updating or upgrading, and bricking yer computer. Go there! One meters or blocks the amount of data your wifi can download, which blocks upgrades. The simple one is turning off updates or delaying updates, but MS updater knocks those walls down easily now. Two other more effectual fixes involve going in to the registry and turning off or disabling updates on a more permanent basis. I've done all 4 these after reloading my computer three times in a month!! Hopefully this fixes the fixers of MS. My Creative Titanium X-Fi sound card works perfectly now, but has no quick launch console. The features are split in two windows, but everything is there, from bass to EAX functions. I have virtually no updates on the win10 now. MS says it will block updates some time in the future, if you don't stay up to date, GREAT!! I just tried to download and play the recent demo version of the Tomb Raider Shadows game on STEAM and it is telling me I don't have enough updates to play it, oh well. You can't win, for trying to win.
I can't go back to win7 on this computer, because I've installed an M.9 Samsung SSD HD for win10, and the options for installing win7 on it seemed like too much work. Should have kept my Samsung SSD on there and then put win7 on this win10 mess, and may still. Would pick up all features on my Creative card, video card, and the best thing, Media Center(TV, DVD, radio, videos, music, pictures, and more). Win10 provides heartache galore though. My Google Chrome runs awesome with not one update on win10. See, I can say something nice. I feel like the guy that owns the fastest car in town, but it is always at the mechanics shop and needing tuneups.
My bottomline advice, get a decently fast computer, Intel i5 or i7 processor based, and put windows 7 on it, and it will run win7 like you've never seen a computer run, fast. When MS shuts off all downloads for win7, we will be forced to buy win12 communism. I recently rebuilt a friend's computer on win7. I got him a 32" Dell HD monitor, and a decent video card for his stock HP computer, and he now has a classically fast Cadillac version of windows 7. He can't believe the difference. Forget win10, if you can. Good luck folks.
Original review before upgrades: First, DO NOT UPGRADE!! BUY THE DISC FOR $100!! All the reviews on Amazon that slam Windows 10 are from non-verified purchases from FREE upgrades through Windows Update. They all ran here to complain about their poor decision to try and get something for FREE. If you want the best operating system, BUY IT, and have it run perfectly, NOT UPGRADE. UPGRADE ONLY, if your time isn't worth anything and you have hours to spend on line getting it to work properly. Spin the wheel and get lucky? Most all the positive reviews for Windows 10 are from verified Amazon purchases of the disc. My friend got her laptop to upgrade because she knows computers and spent a lot of time with Microsoft on the telephone.
Here's my Amazon'd system I built:
01. i7-4790k LGA1150
02. Gigabyte Z97X-UD3H motherboard
03. Gigabyte Nvidia GTX960 Windforce 3fan 4gb vidcard
04. Kingston 4x8gb HyperX Fury 1866mhz PnP(non xmp)
05. Samsung EVO 500gb SSD(upgraded to Samsung M.9 500gb)
06. D-Link Extreme dual band DWA-556 wireless pcie card
07. Windows 10pro 64bit
08. Antec High Current Gamer 850psu
09. Coolermaster Hyper EVO212 cpu fan(20-40c)
10. Coolermaster Scout 2 ATX case
11. Pioneer BD-rw BluRay/DVD/CD writer
12. (next) Hauppauge 2255 HDTV pcie tuner(never did install)
I put all these parts in the case and loaded Windows 10, and went to pour some coffee. It always takes a while to run a new build. I returned with my coffee, and the computer was asking what I wanted to do next, done, WHAT? Made me want to build these 4 profit it was so easy. Maybe I should have loaded win7 and spent a couple days upgrading, hahahahaha!!
I decided to test how efficient win10 was on a tough customer. My i7-860 was starting to slow down on the higher settings for the new Tomb Raider game. I loaded win10 with 16gb of memory and onboard Intel Graphics. TR would surely win this matchup. Nope, the system ran TR on normal just like my other i7 computer with win7. I have never seen a video game run on motherboard graphics, crazy!! Once I loaded the GTX 960 vidcard, TR had no chance, and rolled over to play dead at the ultimate high settings.
The newly replaced start menu is a nice compromise for all us familiar with Windows. I loaded up Cortana the verbal assisstant for the new win10. I need to get a new microphone, but the interface seemed to work quite well, and responded to my commands even with my crummy microphone. I know I have others stashed somewhere, but can't find 'em. I does take a little time to get it going, and the there are prompts that seem to go nowhere at times.
I put Adobe Lightroom and Nero 2015 on the win10 and all seem to run perfectly. The app for movies, TV, and music took quite a while to load and haven't been back to it yet but it did work. I have quite a bit of media, but Nero loaded much faster. I want to remind everyone that the crown jewel in the Windows world is not around anymore, MCE. Media Center ran TV, music, movies, Netflix, photos, etc. from one slick interface. That is history. You are now left to fend for yourself on how to get TV and other media to play. Between lawsuits and tired of answering questions, Microsoft wants to only be an operating system with you using apps like a Mac computer. Is the day of the tweaker a thing of the past?
All the hardware old and new I threw at it has run wonderfully. Most of the hardware and software from recent years has been updated to win10 drivers. Even some of the old drivers work too. I've been running win10 for only a month and am looking forward to using my new usb3.0 ports with 3.0 equipment I've owned for a couple years now, but ran on 2.0 this whole time. This computer is very fast, and restarts so fast it is nutty. I noticed in the Gigabyte motherboard bios it had two settings for faster booting, really, how is that possible? The minute you hit the restart button Win10 is back? It is already lightning fast to restart on slow mode?
I will try to update this once I've had some experience, hopefully still good.