08:55:00 Amaechi Olisaemeka
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| Upgrading to Windows 10 |
I recently started the free upgrade process for Windows 10 on my Windows 7 Professional PC. Yippee! There has been so much noise made about how much Microsoft has put in to Windows 10 to erase the bad memories of Windows 8 (much like what happened with Windows 7 after Windows Vista) that I just couldn't wait to get mainstream feedback from users before migrating. Plus, with the pace of users in these parts of the world to adopt new technology, I couldn't risk losing out on the Free Upgrade which Microsoft has offered for a year. In as much as I love using Windows, as an advocate for Open-Source technology, I don't see myself paying $199 for a Professional edition of the new Windows 10.
One of the questions I asked myself before starting off was this: "Which edition of Windows 10 will Microsoft give me?" So, I checked out the Microsoft FAQ page and found the exact answer. In summary:
Windows 7
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| From Edition |
To Edition |
| Windows 7 Starter |
Windows 10 Home |
| Windows 7 Home Basic |
| Windows 7 Home Premium |
| Windows 7 Professional |
Windows 10 Pro |
| Windows 7 Ultimate |
Windows 8
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| From Edition |
To Edition |
| Windows Phone 8.15 |
Windows
10 Mobile |
| Windows 8.16 |
Windows 10 Home |
| Windows 8.1 Pro |
Windows 10 Pro |
| Windows 8.1 Pro for Students |
If you have any edition other than what has been listed in the table above, you would need to purchase the Windows 10 operating system to experience it. Microsoft however, recommends a newer device when installing Windows 10 to get the full experience.
Happy Upgrade! Don't forget to tell us what your experience has been.
