▷ Why not upgrade to windows 10

Windows 10 is Microsoft's latest operating system, and the preferred choice by the vast majority of users to bring their PC to life. However, there are a few reasons that can make staying in an earlier version more interesting. In this articles we give you the most relevant reasons not to make the jump to Windows 10.

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Top reasons not to jump into Windows 10

Do you hate Windows 10 or want to avoid it at all costs? Surely you are not the only one, we offer you the most important reasons why a user may prefer not to jump to the latest Microsoft operating system.

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Compatibility issues

We start by talking about the compatibility of Windows 10 with various peripherals and accessories. Windows 10 has been on the market for quite some time now, so most peripheral manufacturers have released updated Windows 10 compatible drivers for their devices. Most, but not all. Before updating, you should verify that all your peripherals work in Windows 10, from keyboards and mice to speakers, graphics cards and all kinds of accessories you may have to use with your PC.

You do not meet the requirements

The requirements for Windows 10 are not crazy, but your PC may not meet them if it is old enough, especially if it has little storage space on the hard disk. You will need at least 20 GB of free space to install the 64-bit version of Windows 10, or 16 GB for the 32-bit version, plus a 1 GHz or faster processor, 2 GB of RAM (1 GB for the version 32-bit) and a DirectX 9 compatible graphics card with a WDDM driver. It is difficult to meet at this point, but it is not impossible.

You are concerned about privacy

Windows 10, like most operating systems, has its share of privacy concerns, many of which are valid. By default, the operating system is configured to automatically send feedback to Microsoft, allocate part of your device's bandwidth for its P2P update service, and display ads on its Start menu. Most of these invasive behaviors can be disabled, and not all users are willing to waste their time on it. It is a fact that Windows 10 collects more data than its predecessors. It's the price to pay for enjoying great features like Universal Device Sync and Cortana.

You don't want to be forced to update

Windows updates are usually good, as most of them bring important security patches and bug fixes to your device. But that doesn't mean you should update your computer the moment a new solution is released, as the updates themselves may include bugs. In fact, it would not be the first time that a computer works perfectly and stops doing so after installing an update.

Windows 10 automatically downloads and installs updates to your PC, it is true that it leaves the user some flexibility in establishing a schedule for updates, but it is still much more limited than previous versions. There are a few ways to avoid these automatic updates, but all of them require you to take a few minutes to change the settings and apply some tricks. How easy it is to disable updates in previous versions of Windows!

You hate aesthetics

This is a very subjective but equally valid reason for some users. I have to admit that I am at this point, because the aesthetics of Windows 10 do not please me at all. It is true that the operating system offers us some options when it comes to customizing its appearance, but many of us prefer the design of Windows 7 or Windows 8. Most of the users think that the design of Window is 10 is more modern and more attractive, but for tastes colors and if you prefer the old design of Windows 8, nobody will make you change your mind.

Why you love the Windows 8 Metro interface

The removal of the start menu was one of Microsoft's most controversial decisions with Windows 8, but it is just as true that many users applauded the aesthetic change in this version, and it can even adapt better to some use situations such as a small one equipment located in your multimedia room. The Windows 8 Metro interface is much friendlier to be operated from quite a distance with an airmouse.

With this we end our special article on the main reasons for not making the jump to Windows 10. We remind you that you can leave a comment with your opinion on it, and you can also do so if you have something to contribute to help other users.