Windows 10 Upgrade Discussion: Compatibility and Features

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SUMMARY

The forum discussion centers on the challenges and experiences users face while upgrading to Windows 10 from previous versions, particularly Windows 8.1 and Windows 7. Users report issues such as missing upgrade notifications, installation failures, and compatibility problems with hardware and software post-upgrade. Many participants suggest downloading the Windows 10 ISO directly from Microsoft's website as a potential solution for failed upgrade attempts. Overall, the conversation highlights the common frustrations and troubleshooting steps associated with the Windows 10 upgrade process.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Windows operating systems, specifically Windows 7, 8.1, and 10.
  • Familiarity with BIOS settings and startup protection features.
  • Knowledge of how to download and create bootable USB drives for OS installation.
  • Basic troubleshooting skills for resolving installation errors like WindowsUpdate_C1900101.
NEXT STEPS
  • Research how to download the Windows 10 ISO from the official Microsoft website.
  • Learn about BIOS settings and how to disable startup protection for smoother installations.
  • Investigate common Windows 10 installation errors and their solutions, particularly WindowsUpdate_C1900101.
  • Explore compatibility issues with older hardware and software after upgrading to Windows 10.
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This discussion is beneficial for IT professionals, system administrators, and general users planning to upgrade to Windows 10, as well as those troubleshooting installation issues and seeking to understand the upgrade process better.

  • #151
Because the most recent releases of software development kits and APIs are designed around recent releases of the OS.
They may not work well with older OS releases, some of their functions may not exist at all if the OS is a very old version.
 
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  • #152
Where does he say anything about the SDK?
 
  • #153
I just realized the this update is in fact itself a new release of the OS, so compatability with older versions won't be an issue anyway.
For some reason I had thought it was an integrated package of applications for artistic work, separate from the OS as such.
 

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