[Update] Windows 10 Discussion
10-06-2020, 12:15
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
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My PC did update even though it took several hours. It seemed ok at first but the following day everything has slowed to a crawl. Apps either won’t open or take several minutes to open and then constantly freeze.
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Had to roll back this update to get everything working again. First time I have to do so on my PC. Did have similar problems with the wife’s laptop about 12 months ago, rolled that back until a later update that worked fine.
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10-06-2020, 12:27
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
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Originally Posted by Kushan
Show me a single Operating System that doesn't need monthly security updates.
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Mine for a start, Win 7 Ultimate (SP1), first thing I do on a fresh install is disable updates.
I guess it depends on how paranoid you are and whether you're susceptible to all the security hype created by those who's job it is to tell you about all the nasty and horrible things they've found, and which their brilliant security software can nullify . . often at a price.
There are also those among us that can't recognise a scam email, dodgy internet link or a spoofed website . . . no amount of security updates will help them
But hey ho, each to his own . . no matter how hard they push you to conform
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10-06-2020, 13:24
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
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Mine for a start, Win 7 Ultimate (SP1), first thing I do on a fresh install is disable updates.
I guess it depends on how paranoid you are and whether you're susceptible to all the security hype created by those who's job it is to tell you about all the nasty and horrible things they've found, and which their brilliant security software can nullify . . often at a price.
There are also those among us that can't recognise a scam email, dodgy internet link or a spoofed website . . . no amount of security updates will help them
But hey ho, each to his own . . no matter how hard they push you to conform
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And yet, it's not snake oil salesmen telling you to patch your systems, it's Microsoft themselves. Who aren't profiting or making money from those monthly patches.
I don't even know why you bothered to install the Service Pack, if updates are such a terrible thing.
Given Windows 7 is EOL, the least you could do is one final update so at least you're not years behind with patches.
It's interesting, you're basically saying you wouldn't trust a locksmith because they're trying to sell you a lock to keep your house secure. Why, nobody's robbed you before, so it must be a scam, right?
Right.
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10-06-2020, 13:44
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
Don't install the last W7 update. It screws up the stretch wall paper function amongst other things.
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11-06-2020, 22:48
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
Updated to W10 version 2004 this morning, no hitches but took a long time!
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11-06-2020, 22:58
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
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Updated to W10 version 2004 this morning, no hitches but took a long time!
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Yes I updated all our PCs over the last 48 hours. As you say, all went well, but took ages. However, in some cases certain apps had to be reinstalled afterwards, e.g. Expressvpn and Acronis true image. There may be others that occur when I next try to use them.
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11-06-2020, 23:08
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
No issues doing my update, went smoothly and quickly. I do have Windows on fast nVME SSD's though, so that probably helped.
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12-06-2020, 06:53
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
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No issues doing my update, went smoothly and quickly. I do have Windows on fast nVME SSD's though, so that probably helped.
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The problem with Microsoft is that they assume everyone has the latest fastest systems. They should test their updates on old low spec pcs which a lot of people have.
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12-06-2020, 09:24
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
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The problem with Microsoft is that they assume everyone has the latest fastest systems. They should test their updates on old low spec pcs which a lot of people have.
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They do test on low spec systems, they even produce low spec systems (Surface GO). Just because it takes time to do doesn't mean it was untested.
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27-06-2020, 19:18
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
I was sent a handy hint today, and thought I would share it with CF’ers - something that enhances screen viewing if you’re colour-blind (I have protanopia/red-dichromacy).
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Are you colorblind? Is someone you know?
Did you know Windows comes with three color filters you can choose from to help make the colors on your screen more distinct if you're colorblind? The option is under Settings > Ease of Access > Color Filters.
If it’s turned on in Settings, you can also quickly turn your preferred filter on or off with WIN + Ctrl + C.
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28-06-2020, 18:51
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
I a. Using Opera search engine and all was well with everything and I like it. All of a sudden You Tube will not work, but it works on Google Chrome etc ,
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28-06-2020, 20:02
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
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I a. Using Opera search engine and all was well with everything and I like it. All of a sudden You Tube will not work, but it works on Google Chrome etc ,
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check to see if opera is up to date
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29-06-2020, 09:14
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Try clearing the cookies associated with Youtube.
I had the Youtube app on the smart TV stop working due to it using out of date cookies when Youtube changed its layout. I had to clear the cookies in the TV browser ( Opera )
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29-06-2020, 13:04
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
Will try this, Is Opera better than Google Chrome or it it just much he same, Does anyone know, ?
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29-06-2020, 14:12
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Re: [Update] Windows 10 Discussion
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Will try this, Is Opera better than Google Chrome or it it just much he same, Does anyone know, ?
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Depends on your paranoia outlook
WOudl you rather google knew everything about you, or the Chinese Governemt? (A Chinese Co bought Opera a while ago)
Firefox, clear history etc on exit ftw
You could try Brave browser, or Vivaldi broswer, they're all free, use what you like, there's pros and cons of all of them.
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