Windows 10

Thumbs up for windows 10. I have been running it on multiple systems via the Insider Program for months now (pro version) and like it very much.

Thanks for confirming functionality.

Only caveat I see for the future is the auto-update, Nvidia already had a few conflicts with drivers and auto-date. I am sure it will take an adjustment for software companies to work out the wrinkles and co-ordinate their software with the constant updating of Windows 10.

At least with the Pro version one can delay a few days update and restart. Not optimal, but something.

I intend to maintain a windows 7 backup system for order entry for at least 6 months. Just in case auto-update hiccups my TWS.

One tip for those upgrading, carefully watch the default settings when installing. Win 10 will change your defaults and preferences to their desired programs and privacy settings. Check and double check what you are agreeing to... it isn't as intuitive as one would like reverting back to your preferences...
 
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NoBias said:
Thumbs up for windows 10. I have been running it on multiple systems via the Insider Program for months now (pro version) and like it very much.

Thanks for confirming functionality.

Only caveat I see for the future is the auto-update, Nvidia already had a few conflicts with drivers and auto-date. I am sure it will take an adjustment for software companies to work out the wrinkles and co-ordinate their software with the constant updating of Windows 10.

At least with the Pro version one can delay a few days update and restart. Not optimal, but something.

I intend to maintain a windows 7 backup system for order entry for at least 6 months. Just in case auto-update hiccups my TWS.

One tip for those upgrading, carefully watch the default settings when installing. Win 10 will change your defaults and preferences to their desired programs and privacy settings. Check and double check what you are agreeing to... it isn't as intuitive as one would like reverting back to your preferences...
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I did a clean install, and manually selected everything, zero issues with updates and I use dual NVIDIA video cards.
 
I was told by the guys at TT (Trading Technologies) to wait a bit before upgrading to Windows 10. They said while TT should work with the new operating system, probably better off and make sure everything is 100% compatible before making the switch.
 
Autodidact said:
I did a clean install, and manually selected everything, zero issues with updates and I use dual NVIDIA video cards.
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I am waiting for the roll out arrive in my region so I can update. I downloaded the ISO and install tool but not in the mood to manually update 6 computers then do fresh installs again moments later...

May I ask if you did your clean install after performing a win7/8 update or were you able to do a clean install using your win7/8 license bypassing the initial update?

EDIT: solved my own question how to geek already provided clean install tips.

From my understanding Nvidia addressed the glitch almost immediately and it became a non issue for most. I was using it as an example of what "may" happen in the future due to less attentive software providers. I use matched Nvidia cards exclusively as well to avoid those darn driver conflicts...
 
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NoBias said:
I am waiting for the roll out arrive in my region so I can update. I downloaded the ISO and install tool but not in the mood to manually update 6 computers then do fresh installs again moments later...

May I ask if you did your clean install after performing a win7/8 update or were you able to do a clean install using your win7/8 license bypassing the initial update?

EDIT: solved my own question how to geek already provided clean install tips.

From my understanding Nvidia addressed the glitch almost immediately and it became a non issue for most. I was using it as an example of what "may" happen in the future due to less attentive software providers. I use matched Nvidia cards exclusively as well to avoid those darn driver conflicts...
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Yes the link is correct, since you don't actually get a Windows 10 key, you must do the upgrade from 7/8.1 at least once, so you get registered in their servers. Once you got that confirmed, a clean install will work.
 
Apparently, Microsoft has eliminated the product key in Win10. They keep a record of which systems are authorized. But they warn us, if we make substantial changes to our system, we might have to call Microsoft Support to get re-authorized. Are we having fun yet? They don't say what they mean by substantial changes, but I would worry about replacing a harddrive.

My experience with Win8/8.1 was that some old programs no longer run, including some that are mission-critical. I'm just not seeing any benefit to moving to Win10 any time soon. If I have to buy new app software and learn a new interface, I may well switch to Mac or Linux.
 
Microsoft new privacy policy apparently states that your private data and folders are not really private any more and whatever is there they can store, share with whomever if they believe it is good thing to do unless you opt out from this. So if you guys have any super duper strategy write it down on paper, do not put it on the hard drive.

By the way if they consider computer I paid for as their own device should Microsoft start supplying free hardware with their software ?
 
vicirek said:
Microsoft new privacy policy apparently states that your private data and folders are not really private any more and whatever is there they can store, share with whomever if they believe it is good thing to do unless you opt out from this. So if you guys have any super duper strategy write it down on paper, do not put it on the hard drive.
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Thanks for calling attention to this. I am flabbergasted!
 
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