Windows 10
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Windows 10
Bit early yet I suppose, but just been reading a comment that peripheral manufacturers may not write drivers for things like printers, scanners, etc. for the new Win 10, so should I take up the promised free download of Windows 10, to escape Windows h'eight, I may have to buy a new printer, and scanner?
Any comments ?
Any comments ?
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I think it's unlikely you'll not be able to use a Windows 8 driver even if a specific Windows 10 driver is not available. Most drivers for Windows 8 are identical to Windows 7 afterall, some XP drivers even work in Win7/8.
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Bushfiva - good memory !! Correct, thanks.
I'm sure it will all be sorted out before Win 10 hits us, I was just a bit surprised to read that comment tho'.
I'm sure it will all be sorted out before Win 10 hits us, I was just a bit surprised to read that comment tho'.
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Why don't you try it!
Download the .iso file from Download Windows 10 Technical Preview ISO - Microsoft Windows , burn the DVD and install it onto a spare hdd.
I am currently using it and have had no issues with drivers.
Do bear in mind it is still a 'Tech Preview' and so may not be as polished as the RTM version due out later this year.
Download the .iso file from Download Windows 10 Technical Preview ISO - Microsoft Windows , burn the DVD and install it onto a spare hdd.
I am currently using it and have had no issues with drivers.
Do bear in mind it is still a 'Tech Preview' and so may not be as polished as the RTM version due out later this year.
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Do bear in mind it is still a 'Tech Preview' and so may not be as polished as the RTM version due out later this year.
If people do not comprehend what a 'Tech Preview' or 'Beta' is, they should not be using it. And in any event, people should NEVER, EVER use beta software on a machine they actively use... it should always be used on a spare machine or virtual machine.
Microsoft spell this out on the page you linked to:
That's why we recommend that you don't install the preview on your primary home or business PC.