Windows 10: Validity of Older Versions of Windows 10 Offered Online

I recently found myself in a difficult position regarding the Windows 10 updates 20H2 and 21H1.Although all previous Windows updates up to Nov 1909 had updated on my system without any problems, 20H2 repeatedly went through the process of download, install, configure, failure, rollback.I tried everything... SFC, DISM, Windows Media Creation Tool... to no effect.Out of desperation I wiped the hard drive and re-installed Windows 10 using my original & genuine Windows 10 installation disk, version 1511.Although it then automatically updated, it was only to the latest updates for 1511.I th

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Windows 10 Tweaks

Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

• Open a new Explorer window.
• Click View in the ribbon.
• Click Options.
• Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
• Click OK

credit to Lifehacker.

 

Swapping to an older version of windows

Is there still an official way to drop back to an older version of windows, I honestly don't mind using a 3rd party way. If possible, can you list step by step instructions or a link to an easy to use website. Thanks.

 

Will Windows 10 be able to play older games/programs?

Hi,

We appreciate your time and effort for getting back to us.

I know how this concerns you, let me help you to resolve this issue.

I suggest you to install the games in compatibility mode and check if it works.

Follow the below steps:

1. Right click on the setup file and select Properties.

2. Select Compatibility tab.

3. Check Run this program in Compatibility mode.

4. Let the game install and then check the functionality.

I suggest you to refer to the following Microsoft article on Make older programs compatible with this version of Windows.

Make older apps or programs compatible with Windows 10

Note: The steps for Windows 8.1 applies to Windows 10.

Reference: Refer to the following Discussion created by Master Turkey
on Windows 10 Games Compatibility List.

http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/...ity-list/a31335a8-730f-4ac9-8c19-7c8c3a664ced

Kindly let us know if you need any further assistance with Windows. We are glad to assist you.

Thank you.