Microsoft has had nearly 4 million requests for the new Windows 10 . But not all users want to trust the step by step upgrade. Traditional installer files, on hard copies are in demand.
This was a natural reaction since Microsoft has had many problems in the past with its updates and upgrades.
An ISO version of Windows allows you to repair and backup. Thus Microsoft’s ideas for a step by step upgrade could not damage your OS too much.
Windows 10 Insider Preview releases downloadable ISO’s from time to time. But for up to date upgrades and newest bug fixes, you really need the Microsoft’s Windows updates.
In order to create a dual boot system you need a bootable media ISO. Manny users want a different version of windows installed on their computers, some have a windows XP version installed, just for playing old games.
Another problem is that many users do not know or trust how their programs will react to the windows 10 upgrade, issues have been discovered with media editor or video rendering software as well as antivirus programs.
Having a double boot system allows you to test whatever you want on windows without the concerns of losing program files or ending up having to perform system checks when all you wanted was to tun a basic program.
Compatibility issues on windows 8.1 were reported in mass, and many of the middle aged users, complained about not being able to run a whole set of their favorite vintage game or programs.
In many cases older versions of software are perfectly capable to run on windows 8.1 but they do require a little know how and patience when using Windows compatibility or troubleshooting options.
When upgrading to windows 10 , it is recommended that you take certain steps, in order to avoid a nervous breakdown.
One important step is to verify if your PC has the necessary hardware to run Windows 10, checking compatibility is crucial. It is also expected that drivers for different hardware parts might encounter issues.
Each program has feature and firmware support that might or might not be compatible, do not forget to check before you try installing, while many software issues might occur in time Windows 10 will experience less and less issues running your choices.
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