Computer question.

katoranger · 10-14-2015, 08:01 AM

I have a dell optiplex 755 refurb from Walmart. It currently has windows 7, but I keep getting messages asking me to upgrade to 10 for free.

My concern is that my computer may not be able to handle windows 10. I don't know that actual specs of ram and processor speed.

Should I upgrade or just stick with 7 since it works for me. I was using XP until it was unsupported and my last $50 dell gave up.

**cheesy** · 10-14-2015, 08:25 AM

I'm running 10 on several computers and I haven't noticed any changes in performance, but then I just do stuff like this.
If I'm not mistaken, I think a diagnostic is run on your computer to see if it can support 10. I know that my 2 in 1 Acer that runs 8.1 can't run 10 yet, but both my Dell Latitudes do, along with my Dell Optiplex 7020 at work.
My old Dell laptop in the garage still chugs happily along on Vista.

fratermus · 10-14-2015, 09:41 AM

I'd stick with 7 for privacy reasons if nothing else. I've also got an XP virtual that works fine.

This isn't what OP asked, but linux is generally the fastest (and free-est) on marginal machinery. Most linux distros will boot as a LiveCD so you can test drive them without affecting your Windows PC in any way. Some recommendations: Linux Mint, PClinuxOS, etc. Both are friendly and lighter than Windows. Did I mention free?

Weldangrind · 10-14-2015, 10:47 AM

Free is good.

This is what Google says the system requirements are:

-Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster.
-RAM: 1 gigabyte (GB) (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit)
-Free hard disk space: 16 GB.
-Graphics card: Microsoft DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM driver.
-A Microsoft account and Internet access.

Not sure I want a "Microsoft account".

Krasi_BG · 10-14-2015, 02:21 PM

I'd say stick with 7 too. I don't actually need one more "independent observer", a.k.a. "big brother", poking around and making decisions of what I want for me!

katoranger · 10-14-2015, 02:54 PM

Seven it is. I don't have any problems with it and I also don't want a microsoft account.

I tend to stick with older proven tech. XP served me well for many years.

jct842 · 10-14-2015, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by fratermus

I'd stick with 7 for privacy reasons if nothing else. I've also got an XP virtual that works fine.

This isn't what OP asked, but linux is generally the fastest (and free-est) on marginal machinery. Most linux distros will boot as a LiveCD so you can test drive them without affecting your Windows PC in any way. Some recommendations: Linux Mint, PClinuxOS, etc. Both are friendly and lighter than Windows. Did I mention free?

I am far from an expert but when I read the user license agreement days before XP hit the stores I decided against upgrading to XP. Been using linux since and PCLINUX since it came out as a beta in 2007. No special needs for a computer and BILL GATES AIN'T GOT MY NUMBER! john

SpudRider · 10-16-2015, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by katoranger

Seven it is. I don't have any problems with it and I also don't want a microsoft account.

I tend to stick with older proven tech. XP served me well for many years.

I agree with the others.

I think you are wise to stick with Windows 7.

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katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	Computer question. I have a dell optiplex 755 refurb from Walmart. It currently has windows 7, but I keep getting messages asking me to upgrade to 10 for free. My concern is that my computer may not be able to handle windows 10. I don't know that actual specs of ram and processor speed. Should I upgrade or just stick with 7 since it works for me. I was using XP until it was unsupported and my last $50 dell gave up. __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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cheesy Moderator Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Elburn, IL Posts: 5,813	I'm running 10 on several computers and I haven't noticed any changes in performance, but then I just do stuff like this. If I'm not mistaken, I think a diagnostic is run on your computer to see if it can support 10. I know that my 2 in 1 Acer that runs 8.1 can't run 10 yet, but both my Dell Latitudes do, along with my Dell Optiplex 7020 at work. My old Dell laptop in the garage still chugs happily along on Vista. __________________ Cheesy ______________________________________ 07 Hi Bird Enduro-Flown the Coop 07 Ural Gear Up 79 Honda CX500 77 VeloSolex 4600 V3 73 VeloSolex 3800 I'm making this up as I go.-Indiana Jones Telling me something 'is for my own good', is a fast way to a fat lip.-Me I don't even care about my own problems, why should I care about yours?-Quote on one of my favorite t-shirts
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10-14-2015, 09:41 AM	#3
fratermus Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 130	I'd stick with 7 for privacy reasons if nothing else. I've also got an XP virtual that works fine. This isn't what OP asked, but linux is generally the fastest (and free-est) on marginal machinery. Most linux distros will boot as a LiveCD so you can test drive them without affecting your Windows PC in any way. Some recommendations: Linux Mint, PClinuxOS, etc. Both are friendly and lighter than Windows. Did I mention free? __________________ Current: bikeless for now, moved into a campervan. Past: 2012 Honda NC700x, 2014 Taotao ATM-50-A1, 2014 Taotao Evo, 19?? Honda Spree 50, 1982 Katana 550
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Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	Free is good. This is what Google says the system requirements are: -Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster. -RAM: 1 gigabyte (GB) (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit) -Free hard disk space: 16 GB. -Graphics card: Microsoft DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM driver. -A Microsoft account and Internet access. Not sure I want a "Microsoft account". __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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10-14-2015, 02:54 PM	#6
katoranger Join Date: May 2007 Location: Altamont, Kansas Posts: 15,103	Seven it is. I don't have any problems with it and I also don't want a microsoft account. I tend to stick with older proven tech. XP served me well for many years. __________________ You meet the nicest people on a Honda Clone.
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Krasi_BG Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sofia, Bulgaria Posts: 436	I'd say stick with 7 too. I don't actually need one more "independent observer", a.k.a. "big brother", poking around and making decisions of what I want for me!
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