Windows 7 users have been on the sidelines ever since the release of Windows 8. Upgrading always seemed like a bad idea, especially for the power user who prefers the mouse and keyboard, along with the traditional look and feel of Windows.
It is safe to say that Windows 8 suffered due to Windows 7 users dilemma. However, could the same issue repeat itself with Windows 10? We don’t believe it will because this operating system in our mind is the perfect time for Windows 7 users to make the jump.
First of all, the traditional Start Menu is back with a twist that is not too difficult to learn. It works similarly to Windows 7 and Windows 8; a blend of both worlds if you will. We prefer what Microsoft did with the menu in Windows 10 due to the additional features that make it usable on both desktop and tablet.
Those on Windows 7 who uses the Bing search engine will feel right at home with Windows 10 since Microsoft made sure to incorporate the search engine into the operating system. Not to mention, Cortana is here too, and we have reasons to believe this voice assistant might never make it to Windows 7.
On the software side of things, Windows 7 users can only download and use the traditional desktop apps. This is not the case on Windows 10 since the ability is there to download and use the modern apps from Windows 8.1. The apps are useful though they feel less advanced when compared to desktop apps.
Another big change in Windows 10 is the move from Gadgets to Live Tiles. In fact, this move began with Windows 8. Windows 7 users who are planning to make the jump should take this into consideration Live Tiles and Gadgets are entirely different things though some functionality are similar.
When it comes down to the Task Bar, nothing much have changed here. However, there’s a notification center goes by the name Action Center attached to the Task Bar on Windows 10, something that is not found in Windows 7.
Now, a not so significant change is the icons. Yes, many icons in Windows 10 is very different the ones in Windows 7 though it should not be an issue.
Overall, folks who are aiming to make the move from Windows 7 to Windows 10 should expect a slight learning curve to get themselves acquainted with the new look and feel of the operating system. It’s not significant at all when compared to the move to Windows 8, so users should not fear.
