Return from Windows 10

[Cedwards38]

Windows 10 is pretty cool, but I'm finding that my computer and internet connection seems to run slower with it. I'm guessing that it uses a lot more of my RAM than the Windows 7 that I was running.
Anyway, I remember that the offer of free Windows 10 included the option to go back to what we had and I think I want to do that, but I'm not sure how. Any advice? Thanks.

[kstew43]

Windows 10 is pretty cool, but I'm finding that my computer and internet connection seems to run slower with it. I'm guessing that it uses a lot more of my RAM than the Windows 7 that I was running.
Anyway, I remember that the offer of free Windows 10 included the option to go back to what we had and I think I want to do that, but I'm not sure how. Any advice? Thanks.

If your within 30 days, you can go to windows update section and revert back to windows 8. We tried 10 but had constant fan noise, so switched back to 8.

[TNLAKEPANDA]

I just bought a new computer with Win 7 and I am sticking with it. Every time MS comes out with something new it seems to be worse than the one before!

[MDLNB]

If your within 30 days, you can go to windows update section and revert back to windows 8. We tried 10 but had constant fan noise, so switched back to 8.

That's curious. I wonder what an operating system would have to do with your fan. Are you sure that it wasn't just the hard drive noise? Software can cause activity in your storage units, especially when it's searching or saving or upgrading.

[2BNTV]

I just bought a new computer with Win 7 and I am sticking with it. Every time MS comes out with something new it seems to be worse than the one before!

:agree:


Having worked in the PC industry for many years, MS has a history of coming out with newer versions/platforms without all of the bugs worked out. They seems to install patches as needed, to get it to run excellent or maybe versions 10.1 or 10.2 will be the final solution, when they become available.. Stay tuned........

One needs to ensure your system has the resources, to deal with the newer platform/windows 10.

[Polar Bear]

...MS has a history of coming out with newer versions/platforms without all of the bugs worked out...

In software as complex as mainstream operating systems, ALL the bugs are never worked out, especially with a new launch.

[JoMar]

Have been using 10 for a couple weeks.....love it and no issues but then I have plenty of capacity. Hated windows 8 (as I understand did most of the pc community) so I know support for that will go the way of XP. Windows 7 was on the desktop and never had an issue but since 10 gives you 7 with the addition of the apps, sooner or later the software developers will move to 10 as the default and will stop updating their programs. Sooner or later we will all update or assume the risks associated with sticking with the old.

[zcaveman]

Windows 10 is pretty cool, but I'm finding that my computer and internet connection seems to run slower with it. I'm guessing that it uses a lot more of my RAM than the Windows 7 that I was running.
Anyway, I remember that the offer of free Windows 10 included the option to go back to what we had and I think I want to do that, but I'm not sure how. Any advice? Thanks.

Go to Start>Settings>Update and Security>Recovery and click on Go Back to Windows 7.

Here is the write-up.

Change your mind about Windows 10? Here's how you can roll back - CNET (http://www.cnet.com/how-to/windows-10-how-to-roll-back/)

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[Polar Bear]

Windows 10 is pretty cool, but I'm finding that my computer and internet connection seems to run slower with it. I'm guessing that it uses a lot more of my RAM than the Windows 7 that I was running.
Anyway, I remember that the offer of free Windows 10 included the option to go back to what we had and I think I want to do that, but I'm not sure how. Any advice? Thanks.
If you like Win10 at all, I'd be sure something else isn't the problem before going back. Even if you don't like the Win10 UI and other window dressings, you should not see a reduction in speed. My PC has increased performance with Win10 in every way.

[Cedwards38]

Thanks everyone. That helped me. :BigApplause:

[Fredwms]

I have heard that many developers have not issued updated drivers for windows 10. I am going to stay with 7 for a few more months until they are compatible with all my add-ons.

[gomoho]

If you like Win10 at all, I'd be sure something else isn't the problem before going back. Even if you don't like the Win10 UI and other window dressings, you should not see a reduction in speed. My PC has increased performance with Win10 in every way.

I have adjusted to most of the quirks with Windows 10, but feel I am also running at a slower speed. One of my biggest problems is when I post on a site such as TOTV or FB for some reason the typing gets whacky and it will just stop and a blue circle starts spinning. Have to bring the cursor to where I was to resume, but it happens time and time again. I also still have an issue that if I don't put my computer in sleep mode at night for some bizarre reason old infomericals I watched way back when start playing around 2am and when I open my laptop in the morning about 8 strange windows are open - the majority being Microsoft office related.

[kwtoman]

Remember, if you upgraded to windows 10 from a previous version (7, 8 or 8.1) you ONLY have 30 days to change your mind. After 30 days, you have to do a total restore of your system, which means all of your stored data will be lost, to include files and installed programs. Just a heads up.

[SALYBOW]

Windows 10 is pretty cool, but I'm finding that my computer and internet connection seems to run slower with it. I'm guessing that it uses a lot more of my RAM than the Windows 7 that I was running.
Anyway, I remember that the offer of free Windows 10 included the option to go back to what we had and I think I want to do that, but I'm not sure how. Any advice? Thanks.

you can only go back within the first 30 days
:yuck:

[rubicon]

you can only go back within the first 30 days
:yuck:

Maybe that 30 day return option should be incorporated into marriage. Ok spouse 30 day trial didn;t work returning you to your parents. would save on attorney fees

as to windows 10 I;m a scared of free stuff, especially free downloads last one cost me an arm and a leg to fix the mess that was attached to the freebie

[Fredster]

If you like Win10 at all, I'd be sure something else isn't the problem before going back. Even if you don't like the Win10 UI and other window dressings, you should not see a reduction in speed. My PC has increased performance with Win10 in every way.

:agree:

[gomoho]

I have adjusted to the difference in Windows 10 and am pretty happy with it. I still have an issue of the spinning blue circle interrupting my typing on TOTV and FB, have to shut the computer completely down at night so it doesn't start playing videos in the middle of the night, and my newest quirk between 4 & 5 every afternoon I lose the ability to use my touch screen and can only scroll with the cursor on the sidebar. I need to call Microsoft for help but just haven't gotten around to it.

[zcaveman]

Just an FYI: There is a non-Microsoft forum out there that is very helpful with Window 10 problems. Unlike the Microsoft forum, these people actually supply solutions.

It is at Windows 10 Forums (http://www.tenforums.com/) You can look at questions and problems as a guest but if you want to ask a question you need to register.

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[Gardenia1]

Well, I was having difficulty with Windows 10 when I first installed it about 3 months ago. I had Google as my browser and I changed it to Google Chrome and it ran much better and I love it now. I had a few things going wrong but I had patience, worked on one at a time and now it is working almost perfectly. I did have big problems, didn't know what was causing them and I decided to check my security for viruses etc which was Webroot, which was not supporting Windows 10, I disconnected it fast, installed another Internet Security and now it is going so well. I love Windows 10. Take one thing at a time and you will probably do ok.

[Uberschaf]

Windows 10 has it's own antivirus, Windows Defender.Using another will impede performance.You can right click on your taskbar and bring up task manager to see what apps are running in more details.

[zcaveman]

Windows 10 has it's own antivirus, Windows Defender.Using another will impede performance.You can right click on your taskbar and bring up task manager to see what apps are running in more details.

I use Norton. That causes W10 to turn Windows Defender off and Windows Firewall off.

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[jpvillager]

Fan noise may be because the computer is working harder therefore running warmer. Cleaning the pc may help. I have an AMD laptop and use a cooling pad with a fan and it runs cooler. AMD laptops run hotter than intel laptops and have a record of failing because of it.