Windows 11

[Big Cliff]

I am currently running windows 10 but I keep getting messages telling me to upgrade to 11. Since I don't know much about it, I figured my best bet is to find out from the pro's so? Is it a good idea?

[DRIFTER_016]

I've had access for months but haven't had the time to install and test it yet.

If you want to upgrade make sure all your app vendors have tested and approved for Win 11 or you may end up not being able to use those apps.

I have apps on my personal computer that are not Win 11 ready yet so I will wait until they are ready before upgrading.

[Fisherman]

I've read on other forums like Drifter said, some things may not work well or work at all.  I know going from 7 to 10 none of my Canon products would work by wifi,  I have to use the old usb cable.   I would wait until W10 is no longer supported before making the switch.

[Terry]

They only offer it for free for so long

then you pay if you want to upgrade 

[smitty55]

Unless Win11 has features you absolutely need I wouldn't change. Pretty well every new OS from MS ends up needing more memory and faster speeds. Plus, beware of scams. https://www.pcworld.com/article/613508/hp-researchers-spotted-malware-in-fake-windows-11-upgrades.html

[Ralph Field]

I have windows 11 home version and the only differences I've noticed are the date appears higher on the screen and the stuff at the bottom is shifted to the right to the center. Every thing seems to work the same including apps.

[Terry]

Things are moved around on 11 but all my apps work and it starts and shuts down real fast. 
I used it for some time, liked it so upgraded the other puters  in the house 

[dave524]

Got my wife a new laptop  a few days ago at Costco , it has Windows 11 and is blistering fast to load.  Probably mainly because it only has a 512 G SSD and no regular hard drive, that's enough space for her as we have a 8 gig external on the network for storage and the 512 holds all her programs and we use our desktops for serious work.

[misfish]

3 hours ago, Terry said:

Things are moved around on 11 but all my apps work and it starts and shuts down real fast. 
I used it for some time, liked it so upgraded the other puters  in the house 

If my pc blows up,you owe me a sled.LOL

 

[misfish]

Well just let it down load for 3 hours then told I cannot get it.LOL

 

[Terry]

You’re  your too to get it

i mean your computer 

[GBW]

5 hours ago, misfish said:

Well just let it down load for 3 hours then told I cannot get it.LOL

 

Just your luck.  With luck that 3 hours was well spent... 

[irishfield]

7 pro here, chugging right along...

[AlmaMatter]

It can be overwhelming to make the switch to a new operating system, especially if you're not familiar with it.
I recommend checking out the reddit windows key community. They have a wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to all things Windows. You can ask questions, read reviews, and get a better understanding of what Windows 11 has to offer before making the decision to upgrade.
It's also a good idea to do some research and read up on the new features and improvements in Windows 11 before upgrading. In the end, it's your decision whether or not to upgrade.

 

Edited February 13, 2023 by AlmaMatter

[ketchenany]

On 2/11/2022 at 4:16 PM, misfish said:

Well just let it down load for 3 hours then told I cannot get it.LOL

 

NO Windows in this room! Get a Mac mr B. 

[Fisherman]

My computer already told me it can't run W11, what a shame, lol.