Windows 10 free upgrade ends very soon ...

[Caroline]

I realise that many of you are not taken with the idea of upgrading so you might appreciate being warned about this:

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2016/jul/04/microsoft-windows-10-full-screen-upgrade-notification-pop-up-reminder?CMP=twt_gu

Basically when you see this screen, don't panic!! It is possible to get rid of the messages by following the instructions in the article. You are still not obliged to upgrade but if you don't do it now, you will need to pay to do it later.

If you're still unsure: https://www.theguardian.com/technolo...indows-7-to-10

[Anne in Carlisle]

I appreciate some people don't want to get W10 and others unfortunately have computers which will not take it, I believe.

Just wanted to say my OH and I have upgraded 3 computers of varying ages with no problems whatsoever. Everything just continued working as normal and there was no hassle involved.

Anne

[Rosie Knees]

Not obliged to upgrade? I switched on one day and it forced itself on my PC!! Have to say we're getting on OK with it but object to not having a choice in the matter!

[Anne in Carlisle]

Yes, Rosie, there has been lots of controversy about that. Apparently some people with restricted broadband have had all their allowance used up by MS. Not good:(. I believe there are ways to avoid it but you need to know how.

Glad to hear that you are getting on OK with it, anyway.
Anne