Has anyone switched from Windows 8 to Windows 7? I would like the normal "start" key option. If so, how is this done, and do you prefer Windows 7?
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I have a laptop with Windows 7 and one with Windows 8. Both operating systems work nicely, IMO. Windows 7 seems to be a bit faster, but I prefer the look of Windows 8. As for how to downgrade from Windows 8 to Windows 7, you would need to reformat your PC and install a Windows 7 disc.
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I installed pokki a while ago. But it started behaving like a malware slowing down my computer. A nice UI doesn't necessarily translate to a light efficient product. I could have installed others such as start8, but I lost trust in these free apps and got used to what Windows provide. Now I like it. It is far more intuitive.
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Yes you have the hard drive from SATA to compatibly mode and and change UEFI to ACHI mode. Change nothing else or you will run into a mile of problems like I did then it will take you about 2 days to get everything right again.
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I think Windows 7 is better than Windows 8. Because I use Window 7 play the video games is better than Win8
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I think you will have to buy a copy and reimage it. I have been very happy with Windows 8. You might want to try it for a while before investing in 7. Good luck!
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As a Vaio it is a good computer but no way would I ever keep windows 8. I am now used to not having separate buttons for the left and right mouse buttons. It takes some getting used to but I do LOVE the back lighting on this system and it has run perfectly since I had windows 7 put on it.
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You definitely can but you'll need your own copy of windows 7. If you're worried about the start bar missing in windows 8, you can always download a mod to add it back in. I believe Microsoft is also deciding to release an official version as well.
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I don't know for sure. I looked into the change but decided it wasn't worth the trouble. It's been a year and I still think Windows 8 is the worst product they ever made. I would just look for a computer with Windows 7.
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i read in one of the revies that the guy hated W8 and went thru hoops to uninstall. think he formated drive and installed W7 but still had problems. I came from vista to W8 so little learning curve,....but lots of utube videos to ease the pain of learning curve. i was on 32 bit vista n this is 64 bit tech. i stored stuff in 32g thumb and moved to W8. some programs had to be updated for W8, or W7 cuz of the 64 bit thing but all works great. Updates for W7 seem to work fine on W8 platform, hope this helps u!
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You can go into the settings for Windows 8 and change the appearance to make it look like Windows 7. It's not that it's "bad," it's just different. Changing the settings will make it feel a lot more like what you're used to.
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Hi there...I think its hard to go windows7...of course we can do it but...I suggest to stick to the windows 8 better. but before you install...try to download factory recovery DVD first in case.... If it is external..of course you can...anyway...good luck with your customization of your system.
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Microsoft has an "upgrade" that is free - Windows 8.1. It makes the W8 a bit more like W7, but not entirely. W8/8.1 takes some getting used to but it isn't too bad. If you get a touch screen laptop (this one is not touch screen) it might be a bit easier to get accustom to.
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I'm sorry I don't use Windows 8. I use Windows 7 and wait until they come out with Windows 9 or 10.
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I don't think so, but I immediately loaded Classic Shell when I got the latop. It brings the start menu back. So you don't have to worry about leaning the features and navigation of windows 8. It works just like earlier versions of windows (windows 7 and XP). I was concerned about going to windows 8 because the laptop was for my wife. Concerns are gone. The laptop works great, and windows 8 boots on and off quicker than windows 7.
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Windows 8 is a major overhaul to the Windows setup that most people do not like. I specifically bought this computer because I did not want Windows 8. So it is probably Windows 7 because there is still some demand for it out there.
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I only used it for windows 7. Although from experience with the windows 8 platform you want the windows key to be nice one and this one does have a dent in it so it would also depend on how you feel about having a not flat fairly heavily used key.
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Someone downloaded 8.1 for me and had no problem, but the fact remains than Windows 8 in any form sucks. I've had it for several months now and I still hate it. I've had every version of Windows since Win. 98, and this is the only one I've hated. Getting 8.1 does help some and so I'd say it's worth doing, but the OS is just in general a total mess, IMO.
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Yes. I am pretty sure you can go back to windows 7, but don't know why you would not want to use windows 8.1. Once you experiment w/some changes, you will love it! do and the all in one too!
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I would not characterize Windows 8 as "bad". I am using both and I guess that my preference is Windows 7, probably because I am more familiar with it. I have experienced a few more glitches with Windows 8, especially when loading software....but again I think it comes down to mere preferences and time spent using each operating system. I have the Cybertron Computer by the way...and it is a great value for the money.