I didn't know there were people still using Windows 7. Just wondering why you haven't upgraded to Windows 10? I'm not suggesting you have to, just curious as to the reasons why.
Basically, I haven't moved on to a newer Windows is because I really like Win7. If it works, why change sort of thing.
Also, I hate Microsoft's attitude of making Windows more and more intrusive, and trying to dictate how a pc operates. It's not their PC, it's mine!
As far as I'm concerned, it's class action lawsuit time against MS. They need to get their dang hands off people's computers.
Ultimately, I went into the US Navy WAY back in the early 80's and was trained on computer repair. I learned the basics of how electronics work, how a computer works, the 1s and 0s of software. As a result I'm able to see the lies that has been put out there about such things as bugs and viruses, etc. It's complete scare tactics. Your biggest risk is malware-type stuff you get from sketchy websites.
It's very freakin simple...Stay Off The Sketchy Websites!
The average pc user doesn't have anything really worth much on their pc. They are not the target of bad guys. And no, people do not get their computer "hacked". I'm sick of that word being misused. Most people don't even know what a true "hack" is.
Seriously, how do you "hack" a recipe for crumpets or chili? It's absurd.
Anyways, I have not updated Windows in well over 10 years, and that was one time, so really it's more like 15 years. Those weekly "security patches" are a joke, a scare tactic. I have not have an infection on any of my computers in nearly 15 years, and that was one time, from a Yahoo page. It was a little testy to remove, but I got it out and dumped Yahoo email, etc shortly thereafter.
99% of people get their pc infected because of clicking things they shouldn't. And many people will not own up to the stupid things they do with their pc. Those bugs just magically appeared on their hard drive, they will proclaim they got "hacked". Yeah, right. Nooo, they went to a sketchy website to buy something, etc and simple greed got the best of them. They fell for the bait of saving money, time.
Ultimately, they are too lazy to learn the basics of pc use. Good luck! TIP...these are the same people who think an anti-virus app will protect them! LOL, that's funny.
I have never used any anti-virus programs except for removal of junk, mainly Malwarebytes and a couple other tools. Norton or McAfee? Never, ever use those things. It's a digital trap.
Like owning a car, you should know how to maintain your pc. Understand what will damage your "car". Don't put bad fuel in. Change the fluids and filters stuff, keep them tires aired up.
I don't think I'm an expert at pc use, but I've learned the basics, LONG ago, and it has served me very well over the years.
Not going to Win10/11 is out of protest as much as anything, buying time to see if "Win12" is any better. Yes, time is ticking, but it's not as pressing as MS wants people to think.
Microsoft's little minions pushing the OS upgrade , like Steam, are flat out lying to people. NO, you do not need Win10 or 11 to run Elite Dangerous. It runs quite well on my Win7.
I originally bought ED on Steam, came back this year, went to Steam where I originally bought it, and they said nope, you must have Win10/11 to run Steam and ED. I didn't accept that answer! So I went to Frontier and got it downloaded from them. Screw Steam. They are an infestation on gaming and have been for years. They are liars, cheats, robbers, and sellouts to MS.
Discord same deal. They are in bed with MS. If you publish software that is Windows-based, you really don't have any choice. Bow to the mighty MS, or you're out and can't do business in their town. How is the situation not "antitrust"?
If you don't like Windows, what are your options? None effectively. Yes, some geeks talk Linux, but it is NOT an alternative for the average person. Heck, most can't even spell Linux, much less figure out how to use it. That is a fact.
Soooo, that's why.
A day of reckoning is coming with computers. Microsoft will have to answer for how they have been handcuffing the public. They must answer for their actions.
Honestly, I have been trying to decide if I want to tackle the issue head-on and start talking to lawyers about MS. It's a HUGE case, and needs A LOT of expert testimony to explain how they have been operating. Most pc users have no idea why things are the way they are. They just don't understand.
I understand, and it REALLY chaps my backside to see what they are doing!
Know any antitrust lawyers with huge brass testicles?
