Before We find out how to upgrade windows 10 operating system, we need to find out a few things about Windows 10.
WHAT IS WINDOWS 10?
Windows 10 is the successor to Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. And no Windows 9. Windows 10 is the latest operating system courtesy Microsoft corporation that tends to bridge the gap between mobile, tablet, desktop PCs and even cloud computing. Microsoft hasn't abandoned that vision of unifying all manner of devices under a single operating system: Windows 10 is the latest attempt make touch and non-touch devices use one operating system.
It was formally unveiled in fall of 2014, with a Technical Preview opening to the public on October 1. On January 21, in a two-hour-plus event at its Redmond headquarters, Microsoft unveiled a much broader vision for Windows 10.
Microsoft wish to make its Os windows 10 friendly for the enterprise for those that upgrade windows 10, and ideal for keyboard and mouse users, but also optimized for touch. Windows 10 will put the same interface on devices with display size ranging from 4 inch to 80 inch. 'One product family, one platform, one store,' says Microsoft.
Windows 10 like Windows 7 which rectified so many problems encountered by user of Windows Vista; Windows 10 will address the numerous operational issues encountered by user of Windows 8.
WINDOWS 10 SEARCH AND CORTANA USES
The new Windows 10 places the search box in front and centred on the Taskbar rather than hiding it as seen on Windows 8.
The first time you click on the box, you’ll see a prompt to enable Cortana, Cortana and search are one and the same in Windows 10. Search is just part of the virtual assistant’s.
Cortana will show the top news stories, identify music playing and has a ‘Daily Glance’ which displays a summary of your meetings, today’s weather, information about your daily commute, sports scores and more. If you allow it, Cortana can access information from emails, such as flight numbers and warn you if there’s a delay or if there’s heavy traffic on the way to the airport and you need to leave earlier than you might have.
If Cortana can’t answer a question directly, it will launch the new Edge browser and display search results. Only available upgrade windows 10.
Finally, Cortana can set alarms, record notes, play specific music, launch apps and give you directions on a map. We think Cortana is great, and one of Windows 10’s biggest draws. Learn how to use her capabilities, and you’ll sure to be more productive.
Who can upgrade windows 10?
The question should not be, can I update to windows 8.1 or Window 10; The question should rather be, how can I upgrade my system to windows 10?
For the majority of home users, Windows 10 is free and this means that there’s really no reason not to upgrade. Unless there’s a specific feature in Windows 7 or windows 8 that you can’t live without then the new features combined with the familiarity of Windows 7 make the new OS very attractive. It’s even better if you have several devices which can run Windows 10 – particularly a phone – as the tight integration means you can set reminders on the go and pick them up on your PC, say, when you get home or into the office.
How is upgrade windows 10 being delivered?
You must reserve the upgrade, using the Get Windows 10 app, which appears in the taskbar as a notification icon and in Windows Update. Click the icon and then click Get Windows 10 to open the app and reserve your copy.
The update (which takes up roughly 3 GB of bandwidth and disk space) is downloaded as a background task for anyone who reserves the upgrade. When it's ready for installation, you'll be prompted from Windows Update.
How long the upgrade process takes is primarily dependent on the performance of your system. Windows Setup uses hardlinks to migrate data files, so the amount of data you have shouldn't have a significant effect on install times.
My upgrade windows 10 is complete. Can I delete the setup files?
I recommend that you leave them for now, unless disk space is so tight that you absolutely must remove them.
The Windows.old folder contains files needed to roll back to your previous version if necessary. It will delete itself automatically in 30 days. You can do it manually by running Disk Cleanup Manager in administrator mode and choosing the option to remove your old Windows version. But don't do this just because you like a tidy system.
The setup files themselves are in a hidden folder called C:\$Windows.~BT. These will be very handy if you need to do a Reset or if you continue in the Insider program and need to roll back a build. These too can be deleted from Disk Cleanup Manager, but I recommend that you leave these files alone. They can be very useful.
Will Microsoft make upgrade windows 10 available as an ISO file?
Yes, you will be able to download Windows 10 as an ISO disk image and use it for clean installs or upgrades. The general public can download from here, beginning on July 29. Note that no product key is required if you are upgrading over a previously activated Windows 7 or 8.1 installation. If you are performing a clean install using the downloaded ISO, read this FAQ first!
ISO files and product keys are now available to MSDN subscribers.
Volume License customers will be able to download the Windows 10 Enterprise edition and VL keys on August 1.
Will my Windows desktop programs work with upgrade windows 10?
Virtually all desktop programs that run on Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 will work with Windows 10. Some types of low-level system utilities, including backup tools and antivirus software, will require updates from the developer. Check with the developer of your software if you're not certain whether they plan to support Windows 10.
The Windows 10 compatibility checker should flag known issues.
The biggest change is the new Start menu, which completely replaces the Windows 8-style Start screen, as well as the ability to run so-called modern apps in windows on the desktop. Cortana, the voice-powered personal assistant, makes her debut here after an extended run on Windows Phone. Cortana takes over the search box to the right of the Start button after you complete a few quick setup steps.
An Action Center, with notifications and buttons for common system tasks, appears on the right side. It completely replaces the now-defunct Charms menu.
Windows 10 includes a new tablet mode designed to make operation easier on devices that lack a keyboard and mouse. As shown here, it expands the Start menu to a full screen, although the design is very different from the Windows 8.x Start screen. The hamburger menu (three vertical lines) in the upper left corner shows or hides the menu items on the left side.
Yes, that is a hamburger menu in the upper left corner
The list of Windows 10 features also includes new biometric support (Windows Hello) and a collection of first-party apps: Photos, Mail, Calendar, and MSN News, Sports, Money, and Weather apps.
What happened to my OneDrive files?
Beginning with build 9879 last fall, there was an important change in the way the OneDrive sync utility works. Microsoft has gotten rid of the placeholder files introduced in Windows 8.1, which allowed File Explorer to display cloud-based files folders even when they're not synced to local storage.
A new sync utility that integrates the OneDrive and OneDrive for Business services is promised for later this year but will not be ready when Windows 10 launches on July 29. You can find a full report on the OneDrive changes and the roadmap for the next version in these two posts:
Will my PC and my existing apps and devices work with Windows 10?
Most PCs that will run Windows 8.1 will run Windows 10. Almost all desktop apps that run on Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 will run on Windows 10. The Get Windows 10 app includes a compatibility checker.
I heard that after a year Microsoft is going to start charging for subscriptions. True?
Not true. The Windows 10 upgrade will be free, for the first year after it's released. And there won't be any surprise fees after that.
The basic licensing model for Windows has not changed with Windows 10. You get a perpetual license, with five years of mainstream support and five additional years of extended support. See "Microsoft commits to 10-year support lifecycle for Windows 10" for details.
How can I sign up to receive the free upgrade when it's released?
The upgrade will be delivered to qualifying PCs (Windows 7 and Windows 8.1) via Windows Update. To receive the bits, you need to run the Get Windows 10 app, which is installed by update KB3035583. For more details, see "Get Windows 10: Microsoft's biggest software upgrade in history begins today."
How do I get my copy of Windows 10 activated?
When you upgrade over an existing, activated copy of Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, the Setup program checks the current activation status. If it determines the installation is properly activated, it contacts the Microsoft Store and generates a license certificate that is linked to that hardware. (A Microsoft Account is not required for this step.)
This automatic activation process is identical whether you use an ISO file to start the upgrade or do so from the downloaded upgrade files.
After that first activation is complete, you can perform a clean install on that same hardware using an ISO file, which has a product key embedded in it. As long as the hardware matches the previous installation ID, the installation is activated automatically. (Microsoft does not provide details of what goes into the hardware ID, except to confirm that it does not contain any personally identifiable information and is not used for tracking purposes.)
A watermark on the desktop reflects the build number of preview releases. Fully activated, non-Insider installations have no watermark.
When does the Windows 10 Preview expire?
The Insider Preview program will continue after the launch of Windows 10 on July 29, 2015.
How many Windows 10 editions are there?
Microsoft announced its lineup of Windows 10 editions in May. All of the editions share common features, but are sold and distributed differently depending on the type of device for which they're intended.
There are two and only two editions of Windows 10 for installation on new PCs. Remember, the Windows 10 upgrade is free for consumers and small businesses who already have a Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 PC, but OEMs still pay Microsoft for Windows 10 licenses for installation on new PCs. Those costs are passed along to PC buyers.
Windows 10 Home is the cheaper option. It includes the entire Windows 10 feature set, minus a handful of features reserved for the Pro edition. OEMs commonly install this edition on devices aimed at the price-conscious consumer and small business markets.
Windows 10 Pro is typically found on higher-quality, higher-spec business-class devices. It costs more and includes a group of features that enthusiasts, professionals, and anyone on a Windows business network will appreciate: Hyper-V virtualization, BitLocker encryption, the ability to set up a PC as a Remote Desktop server, and the ability to join a Windows domain or enroll with Azure Active Directory are the key ones.
See also "Windows 10 editions: Everything you need to know."
Where's the Enterprise edition?
Windows Enterprise edition upgrades are available as of August 1, through the Volume Licensing Service Center. If you want the Windows 10 Technical Preview for Enterprise, go to this download page and register. You'll find a FAQ for IT Pros here.
The Enterprise edition is also available in an evaluation edition and to anyone with a current MSDN subscription.
The MSDN Subscriptions download page is also where you'll find checked and debug versions for use by developers.
When do I need product code to install Windows 10?
If you boot from installation media, you may be required to enter a product key to continue. I have not been able to test using final media yet.
Can I uninstall Windows 10?
Upgrading a PC to Windows 10 creates recovery files that allow you to roll back to your previous operating system. I will attempt that after completing some upgrades.
Is it true that updates are automatically installed?
Yes, with Windows 10 Home there is no way to selectively block updates, although you can schedule when the installation and any accompanying restarts take place, up to six days in the future.
Note that security updates and new features will be included in cumulative updates. In theory, if you restore an old backup you will only need to install the most recent cumulative update to get fully up to date.
Windows 10 Pro allows you to defer upgrades for several months, and Enterprise edition customers with Volume License contracts that include Software Assurance can deploy machines using the Long Term Servicing Branch, which accepts only security updates and no new features.
Does Windows 10 really include a keylogger?
Short answer: No.
What are the keyboard shortcuts for working with Windows 10 virtual desktops?
Try these:
Create a new desktop: Windows key + Ctrl + D
Switch to previous desktop: Windows key + Ctrl + Left arrow
Switch to next desktop: Windows key + Ctrl + Right arrow
For this release, there's no way to save virtual desktop configurations.
Why is it called Windows 10 instead of Windows 9?
Microsoft's official responses to this question have been almost comically vague. It's reminiscent of the decision to abandon the Metro name, which was also never explained in a satisfactory way .
So we're left to speculate, and my best guess is that choosing the number 9 would imply that Windows 10 is just around the corner, followed by 11, 12, and so on. That's a recipe for delay, as customers play a "watch and wait" game.
One (unlikely) theory speculates that assigning 9 as a version number could wreak havoc with old versions hard-coded to search for Windows 95 or 98 version strings.
It's more likely, though, that the name is about branding. This really is the last big release of Windows, with future updates coming in incremental form. As a brand name to stick with for the long term, Windows 10 is numerologically satisfying, almost ... perfect.
Or, alternatively, there's the "dad humor" explanation: Seven ate nine.
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References:
http://www.zdnet.com/article/windows-10-youve-got-questions-ive-got-answers/
https://insider.windows.com
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