Windows 10 question
 

Has anyone downloaded Windows 10 Anniversary Update? Would you recommend doing so?

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/...setting_client

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I have down loaded it and have been running it for about a week now. I like it and would recommend it.

If you have Windows 10 already, you will get the anniversary update at some point. Its not optional. No earth shattering changes. I do like the tweaks they made to the Start menu.
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Bob C

I didn't know about this. I downloaded and Alls Well...

Thanks...

Thanks GordyM for your opinion. Bases on you info and rexxfan's I guess I'll go ahead and download it. My son mentioned he liked the new Start menu also.
I got a new computer with Windows 10 already on it so hope it loads with no problems.

Just downloaded. About 1 hr+ to update. No problems

If you have Windows 10, the days of deciding whether or not to download and install updates are essentially over (short of unplugging from the Internet). That may seem pushy on Microsoft's part, but having to support a nearly infinite number of combinations of updates installed or not was a nightmare. Now when they push out a fix, they know that anybody on Win10 will at some point get it. That's also why they are so incredibly eager to get people off older versions of Windows (Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows XP, etc.) and on to a single version of Windows.

I have two questions: 1. On my Control Panel ( updates) on my Dell Inspiron sits windows 10 upgrade. I can not find a way to delete this upgrade from my control panel? Any suggestions

Also I want to delete cookies and keyboarded cookies in search. the internet options appears and it tells me I can delete cookies temp files and passwords, etc. I just want to delete cookies and temp files. suggestions

I downloaded the anniversary update on two laptops. One fairly new works just fine. The other is a few years old and was running fine with Win10, but slowed to a crawl after the update. It used to boot to the desktop in about 10 seconds (SSD helps a lot!). After the update, it took about two minutes to get to the desktop with most of the time spent with a blank screen. I contacted Microsoft and went with a chat session with "Steve" whose typing indicated English was not his primary language. He suggested a few things that did not help and then asked to remotely access my computer. I declined and asked him to walk me through the process in case it occurred on my other system that hadn't downloaded the update yet. At that point he told me the problem was that my CPU was operating at max and I had a virus. I exited the chat session at that point. I knew my CPU was not overtaxed and I knew I had no viruses.

So I used the option to revert to a prior build of Win10, before the anniversary update and the system boots normally and is quick again.

I have a question, when I search windows update (in win10), I get a settings screen, that will NOT let me click or select anything on the screen, there are about 8 options. As I understand it windows updates automatically, but if that was true, why have a screen with options you cannot select?
The reason I am pointing this out, is that IE11 has become a little unstable recently. I wanted to update, but cannot find a way to force the update.
Thanks.

With the limited info, I don't know what screen you are actually looking at. Is your device a desktop, laptop, tablet?
Certain functions are allowed on the basis of hardware and disabled if the hardware can't support the function.

The settings screen should be headed with UPDATE & SECURITY and the left column should list
Windows update, Windows defender, Backup, Recovery, Activation, For developers. (possibly others)
The main panel (right) should say Windows Update with a comment beneath such as "Your device is up to date. Last checked (Today), (time)
Beneath that, should be a Check for updates box. Below that should be Looking for info on the latest updates with a "Learn more" and "Advanced options"
clicking the "Learn More" should take you to ----
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/...setting_client

which gives you the option to get the Anniversary update right now rather than waiting for the push.

In any case, if it's updated automatically, then you shouldn't need to select anything because it's done for you just not at your convenience.

I used to be an IE11 user but it became far too unstable so I changed over to Chrome. Hey, trust me, it's MUCH better with only 1 or 2 exceptions.
However, Microsoft is pushing their new EDGE browser. The version you have now is 'bleh' but the one in the anniversary update is purported to be much better, enabling extensions and other enhancements.

Anyway, if you go directly to Microsoft's site (above), you should be able to force the update immediately. Good Luck

Doccrocker,

Thank you for the detailed info. This is on a laptop (in laptop mode, not tablet mode), and after reading your replay I went back to the screen you described, which is where I was before, and now there were updates available, I am installing now, fingers crossed.

BTW, I have avoided Chrome, as I do not trust Google, they look at stuff, like emails, way too much.

VT

Of course such things are a personal choice. And I respect your opinion. But I don't think Google is any worse than most (all?) other email/internet service providers with respect to privacy, etc. I also believe they are consider less intrusive with their advertising than most. So, since I really like their services, especially Chrome, I am a satisfied user.

Good starting point...never assume anything you put in an email is totally private. Just ask Hillary. :)

Data mining is ubiquitous. Everybody does it. This is an ad driven society. Polar Bear gave you the straight dope. (BTW loved his comment about emails.)
However, if you personally 'believe' that Microsoft is lower on the data mine curve, so be it. Since my philosophy is that everybody is looking over my shoulder,
I choose the apps that function the best and then try to protect my data/privacy with firewalls and any controls that I can apply. Since Chrome is my present choice (it also has a built in pop-up blocker), I'll offer an article for you to peruse. It's how-to-optimize-google-chrome-for-maximum-privacy. A 2011 article but still useable.
How to Optimize Google Chrome for Maximum Privacy

Also, if you have any 'geekiness" tendencies, I highly recommend this web site. If you subscribe (free) you get tips and tricks daily. It is a bit technical at times, though.

Remember, YOU ARE NOT PARANOID, ---people really are following you.

Polar Bear and doccrocker,

First I second the email comment,:1rotfl:, yes, I agree everyone snoops on the emails, I see that from the targeted ads on this site.
My updates window is working normally now, not sure what the problem was.
And finally, thank you for the website, I think this will get added to my list. I appreciate the help and comments.
VT

Recommendation
 

I just used Scott Wilcox to transfer data from one computer to another, install better security plus some other programs. He did a great job on all ends. He did not rush, had great patients, and worked well beyond the normal hours. I cannot say enough things in favor of Scott and recommend him to anyone who needs some computer help either transfers, repairs, etc.etc. I have a pretty extensive background on computers, (non technical) and think I can recognize someone with strong technical background. Scott more than meets those requirements.
His number is 352-461-5164. He will not rush a job and his price did not go up even though it took some extra time.:clap2:

Since I installed Windows 10, every time I log on I get an error message re msiexec.exe.
I press OK; but I get it again each time I log on. Any ideas would be appreciated.
Perhaps I just have to wait until I return to The Villages and hire Scott again.

Type msiexec.exe into Google and there are several pieces of information, including a reference to a Trojan file with the same name. Since you did not mention the specific error message this is the best I can do.

There are a number of open source browsers. With the code being open source, people are able to see what the program is actually doing.

Wayne Sallee
Wayne@WayneSallee.com
Wayne Sallee . Com

already downloaded it, no problems as of this moment. i like the user interface

One caution. Be careful if you change win10 fonts or colors. It really messes up the display and it is difficult to reset the display back to default settings. Everyone is complaining about this.

I downloaded Windows 10 in August. Since then I've spent over six hours on the phone with three different Microsoft Technical Support Representatives.

The first Tech Support Rep took over my computer and told me that I had an outdated version of Windows 10. And that if I permitted him to download the improved Anniversary Edition, it would solve all my problems. It didn't.

The second Tech Support Rep also took over my computer. At this point I could receive emails but not reply to them. After two hours, he finally advised all problems had been corrected. The second Tech Rep didn't fix any problems. (The only way I can reply to an email is by using my iPad!!)

The third Tech Support Tech Rep said he was a Level 3 Technician, an "Escalation Specialist". According to him, there is no-one higher or more experienced. He told me he had corrected all my problems. He didn't correct any problems.

The Escalation Specialist now suggests I take my computer to a Fixit Store. He says he is out of ideas.

I am so sorry I ever installed Windows 10. I'm planning to buy a Mac.

I plan on switching to an apple also. The windows 10 infringement on my freedom to chose was too much for me to bear. :D to add insult to injury the upgrade still remains on my desktop and i can get it to go away.
I'm going to make rubi great again and vote in mac:D

I'd be happy to have a look at your problems and see if I can help. I've got no special qualifications other than having been a computer hobbyist since 1980 and mostly Windows-focused since the days of Windows for Workgroups all the way up to the present, so while I'm not a professional Windows tech, I do have quite a lot of experience solving issues. I'm not in TV right now, but there are various ways I could have a look at your system remotely. PM me if you're interested.
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Bob C

... and the same offer to you. I don't understand what you mean by the upgrade is still on your desktop, but I'd be happy to have a look and see if I can help.
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Bob C

Apple has good deals on refurbished equipment on their website. Refurbished equipment has the same 1 year warranty as new equipment but may have a 15-20% discount.

I'm going to stay out of the platform wars. Windows, Mac and Linux all have their strong and weak points, but for many people they're just too complex. In general, if all you use a computer for is network-based applications (e.g. email, web browsing, simple word processing, etc.) then I'd seriously consider not getting a general purpose computer. If you don't need a physical keyboard, look at a tablet. Otherwise, consider a ChromeBook. Both are much less functional than a general purpose computer, but they're also much less complicated and therefore considerably easier to maintain. If you don't need all the flexibility they provide, you're better off with something simpler.

If you do need more, and you don't need to run any platform-specific applications, an Apple machine is a fine choice, but you're going to pay a significant premium over what you'd pay for a Windows machine (because the hardware and ongoing support is generally better, not to mention the MacOS operating system is arguably more secure out-of-the-box). If you want to save money upfront and can do your own support, go with Windows. Don't even consider Linux unless you're seriously technical, as adding new hardware and software beyond what came with your Linux distribution can frequently be a complex task.
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Bob C

I would strongly recommend a switch to Google Chrome as a browser. Both IE 11 and Edge have issues and are not as reboust as Chrome.

If you hate Google then try Firefox.

Good luck.

Android, Kindle Fire, Chrome book, Chrome OS, and Nook are all Linux, but they are simplified so that there is less you can do, and less you can mess up. But many of the linux distributions out there are more geeky. :-)

Wayne Sallee
Wayne@WayneSallee.com
Wayne Sallee . Com

I was referring to general purpose distributions, of course.
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Bob C

I am a tech novice and freely admit to that. Nevertheless, we upgraded to computer no. 1 with Windows 10 installed and loved it particularly since I was able to disable Cortana. We then upgraded to computer no. 2 with Windows 10 and disabled Cortana and loved it. Then a couple of weeks ago computer no. 1 updated with Windows Anniversary and I could not disable Cortana. Okay, that was my wife's computer. Then yesterday, to my horror, my computer ( no. 2 ) updated with Windows Anniversary. I can not make Cortana go away. She is omnipresent and omniscient. In the future there will be shrines to Cortana and she will be worshipped.

Can you be more specific? What sorts of things do you see Cortana doing that you want to disable? I have turned off all the Cortana settings I can find and rarely see her doing anything. An occasional Notification is about all (maybe once a week).
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Bob C

Are you in TV now? My desktop needs some help. It is not using Chrome as my main search. We are brand new here, and I need an occasional computer guru.
Thanks.

I should be back in about 10 days.
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Bob C