Windows 10: The free Windows 10 upgrade means users won't be buying New PCs

I don't think Microsoft would allow windows 7 pro on new models, now on the refurbished models they might allow Windows 7 home premium because that what the device came with originally.

The non-tech users, do not real care what operating system is on a device, as long you can do banking, email, facebook, twitter, instagram and use some apps.


I am surprised Oems don't go with Linux on computers that cost less then $500.00 USD since it would save them money.

 

IMO the free upgrade to Windows 10 will have a very small effect on new pc sales. The average user doesn't buy a new computer every time a new OS is released.

 

In my own experience, as a Computer Tech, most people will buy a new computer as a replacement for their old one that died, or as a gift for a family member. One out of ten might actually know what OS is on the PC when they buy it. But overall they really don't care.

Recently, I had a customer who had an old Compaq desktop PC (Windows XP Home) that really Died. She bought a new HP laptop (very nice unit) that came with Windows 8.1 on it. She agreed with me that she did not want the 8.1 (Metro) look, so she was very happy that I could install the Classic Shell and set up her desktop like her old PC.

Most people just want a PC that WORKS and they don't care what version of OS is on it.

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*Ditto Most of the crowd I see daily are your average computer user. They only buy a new PC because the old one they have now can't be resurrected one last time. When asked what operating system is installed they say Windows. Ask them what version and their eyes glaze over as they say I don't know its just Windows. They'll take what ever version happens to be installed on the new one. They'll likely struggle a bit at first but they'll eventually figure it out. Or just ask me how do you do this etc.

 

I have never bought a PC based on the operating system. If I want to upgrade/renew the operating system then thats what I do likewise with the PC. I upgrade the parts that I want to.

 

Yeah, seems to me that the number of people that buy a new PC just to get the (or just because a) new OS release is very low. I don't have the disposable income to do that, I'd just buy the new OS and install it on what I already have. A much cheaper option. Even cheaper if its free, but still wouldn't change the way I do things. Free or not I still wouldn't by a new PC just to get it.

 

I am in the same position on this as you. And I believe it is the same with a lot of people. Also, I know lots of people still running Windows XP, despite not being able to get security updates. They won't upgrade until their present system breaks. I think most people are more likely to spend money upgrading their smart phones, than their PCs. Just look at the revenue Apple generates worldwide with every new release.

 

There are those that can buy what they want when they want, but even then, this free offer from Microsoft isn't going to change their spending habits. This just seems to be another "news for the sake of making news" articles. IMHO No disrespect meant towards Wynona. Don't kill the messenger as they say. *Wink

 

With every new PC build I've done, I've habitually kept some of the basics intact, like the keyboard, mouse, speakers, CD/DVD drive, etc. And I only do a new build if things have progressed to the point that I no longer have what I need for the new OS.

I have an older retired desktop that once held Vista, which I upgraded to Windows 8.1. Its only problem is that it wouldn't take Windows 8.1 64 bit; I had to drop to 32 bit. I may drag that one out and see if I can put Windows 10 64 bit on it, since it was a 64 bit machine until Windows 8.1 changed specs.

So, I will be one of those who won't be buying a new computer to get the new OS. *Smile I'm with everyone else on this and thought it was ironic that at least this time, the consumer gets the cheese, which doesn't happen often!

 

There are also people that do not want to buy new computer just because it comes with new windows. Linux users are generally more IT literate so they don't care about OS, just want a machine to fulfill their needs, Apple users, well, not much choice.

 

It seems to me the non-techie people who currently have a working PC are not going to sit through several hours of update to get a new OS. Those who buy a new PC that has some horsepower either want to game or be able to do stuff like convert video formats or other CPU intensive stuff. So they are getting a quad, 6 or 8 core PC. With horsepower they can afford to run the eye candy.

The only effect I can see would be on the "wait and see" crowd as was mentioned. If I am buying a new PC and a new OS is coming out in a month or two, I might as well get the 2 birds with one stone.

 

That may be right for ready made, brand name and laptops but if you build a custom one to replace older than it doesn't matter because you can upgrade windows easy enough and for free.

 

Exactly! And that will only be a temporary setback for new pc sales. In time Windows 10 might help increase new hardware sales as people try to get everything synced and running the same OS.

 

I thought it only takes 30 to 60 minutes to upgrade to windows 10, not several hours. There was an issue with a previous build that didn't install correctly or took several hours to install.

 

Up to the Windows 10 free upgrade, generally when you bought a new PC with a new OS in a few months, the OEM would include the upgrade . . .