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Microsoft Forces Windows 10 Downloads Onto Windows 7 And Windows 8
The saga continues.
Following news that Windows 10 automatically downloads onto Windows 7 and Windows 8 for users who choose to upgrade, Microsoft MSFT +0.00% has now confirmed it has taken things one serious step further: Windows 10 will now download on computers even when users chose NOT to upgrade. This somewhat shocking development was discovered by The Inquirer when a reader reported Windows 10 had been downloaded onto their computer despite the fact they expressly declined the opportunity to upgrade: The symptoms are repeated failed Upgrade to Windows 10' in the WU update history and a huge 3.5GB to 6GB hidden folder labelled $Windows.~BT, the reader explained. I thought Microsoft [said] this upgrade was optional. If so, why is it being pushed out to so many computers where it wasnt reserved, and why does it try to install over and over again? He continued: I know of two instances where people on metered connections went over their data cap for August because of this unwanted download. My own internet (slow DSL) was crawling for a week or so until I discovered this problem. In fact, thats what led me to it. Not only does it download, it tries to install every time the computer is booted. Microsoft Confirms New Policy Astonishingly this is not a one-off error. Speaking to The Inquirer, Microsoft confirmed this is now something they are doing to all computers running Windows 7 and Windows 8: For individuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Update, we help upgradable devices get ready for Windows 10 by downloading the files theyll need if they decide to upgrade. When the upgrade is ready, the customer will be prompted to install Windows 10 on the device, said a Microsoft spokesperson. Now lets be clear he with regards to Windows 7 and Windows 8 individuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Update is essentially everyone. So unless you expressly chose to switch off all Windows updates (not recommended), you will be receiving (and have already received) a 3-6GB silent download. As The Inquirer reader points out, this can be found at: C:\$windows.~BT Note this is a hidden folder so to view it you need to open File Explorer and go to: Organize Folder Options View Show hidden files, folders, and drives. The Fall Out So what to make of this? Quite frankly, while opinions remain divided over Windows 10s forced updates, for Microsoft to presumptuously take a substantial chunk of every Windows 7 and Windows 8 users storage (and data allowance) downloading Windows 10 even if they specifically state they do not want to upgrade is a big step too far. Personally I cannot see what Microsoft is trying to achieve here. When a user wants Windows 10 they will expect a large download to begin and there to be some waiting time. But Microsoft downloading Windows 10 anyway just to skip this wait for users who dont want Windows 10 is complete madness. So what are your options What To Do For those determined not to have their hard drive storage space and/or Internet data allowance wasted by Windows 10, the options are limited. The most drastic step is to disable Windows Update completely, but I would not recommend it as you are then trapped in a manual cycle of vetting every update to keep your computer update and secure. Meanwhile the alternative for those who have already had Windows 10 downloaded on their systems is simply to delete the C:\$windows folder. Then again Microsoft has not disclosed whether it will simply start downloading it again! I have reached out to Microsoft for further clarification here and will update the post when/if the company responds. In the meantime we are fast seeing Microsoft approach a dangerous crossing. It has already released updates on Windows 7 and Windows 8 which add detailed user tracking akin to Windows 10 and now it is downloading Windows 10 on Windows 7 and Windows 8 computers computers whether users want it or not. Microsoft needs to be very careful. It took decades to build up user trust, but now it risks tearing everything down in just a few months http://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonke.../12/microsoft- confirms-windows-10-now-forced-onto-windows-7-and-windows-8/ |
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Microsoft Forces Windows 10 Downloads Onto Windows 7 And Windows 8
In message , Jeremy
Bentham writes So unless you expressly chose to switch off all Windows updates (not recommended), you will be receiving (and have already received) a 3-6GB silent download. As The Inquirer reader points out, this can be found at: C:\$windows.~BT It's not actually necessary to switch of /all/ Windows updates. It's sufficient to switch off "optional" updates, continuing to download "essential" ones. I have always had optional updates switched off, and there is no hidden C:\$windows.~BT on my Windows 7 machine. Of course it's always possible that at some time in the future Microsoft will decide to upgrade the relevant updates from optional to essential. -- John Hall "Honest criticism is hard to take, particularly from a relative, a friend, an acquaintance, or a stranger." Franklin P Jones |
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John Hall wrote:
In message , Jeremy Bentham writes So unless you expressly chose to switch off all Windows updates (not recommended), you will be receiving (and have already received) a 3-6GB silent download. As The Inquirer reader points out, this can be found at: C:\$windows.~BT It's not actually necessary to switch of /all/ Windows updates. It's sufficient to switch off "optional" updates, continuing to download "essential" ones. I have always had optional updates switched off, and there is no hidden C:\$windows.~BT on my Windows 7 machine. Of course it's always possible that at some time in the future Microsoft will decide to upgrade the relevant updates from optional to essential. They are working their way there now. I've noticed on my Win7 updates waiting for action lately, labels for "optional" have disappeared, they moved to "recommended" briefly, and way too many now, are labeled "security" ... with vague descriptions. I feel MS thinks if they make investigating their "updates" too lengthy, tiresome, and in some cases impossible ... we will all just give in and turn our computers over to their key loggers and automatic updates. Guess I'm just going to stop them ALL at that point. After that, when Win7 becomes unusable on too many web sites, I'll switch to Linux. bj |
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On 09/12/15 11:49, Jeremy Bentham wrote:
The saga continues. Following news that Windows 10 automatically downloads onto Windows 7 and Windows 8 for users who choose to upgrade, Microsoft MSFT +0.00% has now confirmed it has taken things one serious step further: Windows 10 will now download on computers even when users chose NOT to upgrade. This somewhat shocking development was discovered by The Inquirer when a reader reported Windows 10 had been downloaded onto their computer despite the fact they expressly declined the opportunity to upgrade: The symptoms are repeated failed Upgrade to Windows 10' in the WU update history and a huge 3.5GB to 6GB hidden folder labelled $Windows.~BT, the reader explained. I thought Microsoft [said] this upgrade was optional. If so, why is it being pushed out to so many computers where it wasnt reserved, and why does it try to install over and over again? He continued: I know of two instances where people on metered connections went over their data cap for August because of this unwanted download. My own internet (slow DSL) was crawling for a week or so until I discovered this problem. In fact, thats what led me to it. Not only does it download, it tries to install every time the computer is booted. Microsoft Confirms New Policy Astonishingly this is not a one-off error. Speaking to The Inquirer, Microsoft confirmed this is now something they are doing to all computers running Windows 7 and Windows 8: For individuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Update, we help upgradable devices get ready for Windows 10 by downloading the files theyll need if they decide to upgrade. When the upgrade is ready, the customer will be prompted to install Windows 10 on the device, said a Microsoft spokesperson. Now lets be clear he with regards to Windows 7 and Windows 8 individuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Update is essentially everyone. So unless you expressly chose to switch off all Windows updates (not recommended), you will be receiving (and have already received) a 3-6GB silent download. As The Inquirer reader points out, this can be found at: C:\$windows.~BT Note this is a hidden folder so to view it you need to open File Explorer and go to: Organize Folder Options View Show hidden files, folders, and drives. The Fall Out So what to make of this? Quite frankly, while opinions remain divided over Windows 10s forced updates, for Microsoft to presumptuously take a substantial chunk of every Windows 7 and Windows 8 users storage (and data allowance) downloading Windows 10 even if they specifically state they do not want to upgrade is a big step too far. Personally I cannot see what Microsoft is trying to achieve here. When a user wants Windows 10 they will expect a large download to begin and there to be some waiting time. But Microsoft downloading Windows 10 anyway just to skip this wait for users who dont want Windows 10 is complete madness. So what are your options What To Do For those determined not to have their hard drive storage space and/or Internet data allowance wasted by Windows 10, the options are limited. The most drastic step is to disable Windows Update completely, but I would not recommend it as you are then trapped in a manual cycle of vetting every update to keep your computer update and secure. Meanwhile the alternative for those who have already had Windows 10 downloaded on their systems is simply to delete the C:\$windows folder. Then again Microsoft has not disclosed whether it will simply start downloading it again! I have reached out to Microsoft for further clarification here and will update the post when/if the company responds. In the meantime we are fast seeing Microsoft approach a dangerous crossing. It has already released updates on Windows 7 and Windows 8 which add detailed user tracking akin to Windows 10 and now it is downloading Windows 10 on Windows 7 and Windows 8 computers computers whether users want it or not. Microsoft needs to be very careful. It took decades to build up user trust, but now it risks tearing everything down in just a few months http://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonke.../12/microsoft- confirms-windows-10-now-forced-onto-windows-7-and-windows-8/ That's rather odd... I have win7 and it hasn't downloaded win10 yet. Nor was it forced upon me. -- When told the reason for daylight savings time the Old Indian said, "Only the government would believe that you could cut a foot off the top of a blanket, sew it to the bottom, and have a longer blanket." |
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On 12/09/2015 20:48, GreyCloud wrote:
That's rather odd... I have win7 and it hasn't downloaded win10 yet. Nor was it forced upon me. It is because you are comparably more intelligent than some idiots blaming Microsoft about everything when their stupidity is contributing to all the problems they have with their machines. One thing though, where your limited knowledge might embarrass you is when you don't remove so many cross posted messages. It is absolutely not necessary to post to some useless newsgroups where you get complete idiots. |
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On 2015-09-12 3:08 PM, chicagofan wrote:
John Hall wrote: In message , Jeremy Bentham writes So unless you expressly chose to switch off all Windows updates (not recommended), you will be receiving (and have already received) a 3-6GB silent download. As The Inquirer reader points out, this can be found at: C:\$windows.~BT It's not actually necessary to switch of /all/ Windows updates. It's sufficient to switch off "optional" updates, continuing to download "essential" ones. I have always had optional updates switched off, and there is no hidden C:\$windows.~BT on my Windows 7 machine. Of course it's always possible that at some time in the future Microsoft will decide to upgrade the relevant updates from optional to essential. They are working their way there now. I've noticed on my Win7 updates waiting for action lately, labels for "optional" have disappeared, they moved to "recommended" briefly, and way too many now, are labeled "security" ... with vague descriptions. I feel MS thinks if they make investigating their "updates" too lengthy, tiresome, and in some cases impossible ... we will all just give in and turn our computers over to their key loggers and automatic updates. Guess I'm just going to stop them ALL at that point. After that, when Win7 becomes unusable on too many web sites, I'll switch to Linux. Trust me, you wouldn't be switching to Linux anytime soon in this century. It's THAT awful. -- A.M |
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On Sat, 12 Sep 2015 19:15:55 +0100, John Hall wrote:
In message , Jeremy Bentham writes So unless you expressly chose to switch off all Windows updates (not recommended), you will be receiving (and have already received) a 3-6GB silent download. As The Inquirer reader points out, this can be found at: C:\$windows.~BT It's not actually necessary to switch of /all/ Windows updates. It's sufficient to switch off "optional" updates, continuing to download "essential" ones. I have always had optional updates switched off, and there is no hidden C:\$windows.~BT on my Windows 7 machine. Of course it's always possible that at some time in the future Microsoft will decide to upgrade the relevant updates from optional to essential. I think it's worth pointing out that MSFT have form for doing exactly this. In this case they didn't even bother trying the 'optional updates' route but cut straight to the chase of 'essential system updates'. I'm referring, of course, to that much unwanted and unloved IE7 update that was sneakily inflicted on winXP SP3 users as a means of acclimating them to the newly heralded (and ironically named) Vista by offering them the thin end of the wedge of Vista nastiness (totally pointless 'change for change's sake) that this represented. MSFT's attitude to the consumer market demographic is exactly the same now as it was when they unleashed that broken version of win2k, known as winXP onto the huddled consumer masses some 15 years ago. The major difference this time is that whatever scruples they used to have in regard of the consumers' privacy have been well and truly swept away by their decision to follow Google's and others' lead in data mining the **** out of their market demographic. -- Johnny B Good |
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On 12/09/2015 20:54, A.M wrote:
Trust me, you wouldn't be switching to Linux anytime soon in this century. It's THAT awful. For once I have read something sensible here. Century might be too far fetched but surely not in the next 10 years as far as I can see. The caveat here is that if the Cloud Computing is developed so that one can use Accounting and tax software using nothing but the browser then probably other OS have a chance but I don't see this happening now. Tax Return needs to be filled online these days in most countries and Windows is the only platform that has software packages developed for this. I have also noticed that DELL has stopped selling Linux boxes; Last week they were selling for peanuts but now I don't see any. Of course, I look at DELL UK (or EMEA as some call it). Don't know about US but it is a big market not to support it. |
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I have had updates turned completely off for over a year now due
to all the government and MS spying going on. Never had any (known) problems since. I am not so sure that turning off updates is really such a bad idea. MS had plenty of time to work out any major bugs/security problems during the years W7 was auto updating my machine. I know that new problems can arise, but is there really a bigger problem that MS doing this? I keep all my private data in encrypted files on external drives that are plugged in only when I need to use the data. Programs accessing the data are run in a sandbox. |
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Microsoft Forces Windows 10 Downloads Onto Windows 7 AndWindows 8
On Sat, 12 Sep 2015 13:48:05 -0600, GreyCloud wrote:
On 09/12/15 11:49, Jeremy Bentham wrote: The saga continues. Following news that Windows 10 automatically downloads onto Windows 7 and Windows 8 for users who choose to upgrade, Microsoft MSFT +0.00% has now confirmed it has taken things one serious step further: Windows 10 will now download on computers even when users chose NOT to upgrade. This somewhat shocking development was discovered by The Inquirer when a reader reported Windows 10 had been downloaded onto their computer despite the fact they expressly declined the opportunity to upgrade: âThe symptoms are repeated failed âUpgrade to Windows 10' in the WU update history and a huge 3.5GB to 6GB hidden folder labelled â$Windows.~BTâ,â the reader explained. âI thought Microsoft [said] this âupgradeâ was optional. If so, why is it being pushed out to so many computers where it wasnât reserved, and why does it try to install over and over again? He continued: âI know of two instances where people on metered connections went over their data cap for August because of this unwanted download. My own internet (slow DSL) was crawling for a week or so until I discovered this problem. In fact, thatâs what led me to it. Not only does it download, it tries to install every time the computer is booted.â Microsoft Confirms New Policy Astonishingly this is not a one-off error. Speaking to The Inquirer, Microsoft confirmed this is now something they are doing to all computers running Windows 7 and Windows 8: âFor individuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Update, we help upgradable devices get ready for Windows 10 by downloading the files theyâll need if they decide to upgrade. When the upgrade is ready, the customer will be prompted to install Windows 10 on the device,â said a Microsoft spokesperson. Now letâs be clear he with regards to Windows 7 and Windows 8 âindividuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Updateâ is essentially everyone. So unless you expressly chose to switch off all Windows updates (not recommended), you will be receiving (and have already received) a 3-6GB silent download. As The Inquirer reader points out, this can be found at: C:\$windows.~BT Note this is a hidden folder so to view it you need to open File Explorer and go to: Organize Folder Options View Show hidden files, folders, and drives. The Fall Out So what to make of this? Quite frankly, while opinions remain divided over Windows 10âs forced updates, for Microsoft to presumptuously take a substantial chunk of every Windows 7 and Windows 8 userâs storage (and data allowance) downloading Windows 10 even if they specifically state they do not want to upgrade is a big step too far. Personally I cannot see what Microsoft is trying to achieve here. When a user wants Windows 10 they will expect a large download to begin and there to be some waiting time. But Microsoft downloading Windows 10 anyway just to skip this wait for users who donât want Windows 10 is complete madness. So what are your options⊠What To Do For those determined not to have their hard drive storage space and/or Internet data allowance wasted by Windows 10, the options are limited. The most drastic step is to disable Windows Update completely, but I would not recommend it as you are then trapped in a manual cycle of vetting every update to keep your computer update and secure. Meanwhile the alternative for those who have already had Windows 10 downloaded on their systems is simply to delete the C:\$windows folder. Then again Microsoft has not disclosed whether it will simply start downloading it again! I have reached out to Microsoft for further clarification here and will update the post when/if the company responds. In the meantime we are fast seeing Microsoft approach a dangerous crossing. It has already released updates on Windows 7 and Windows 8 which add detailed user tracking akin to Windows 10 and now it is downloading Windows 10 on Windows 7 and Windows 8 computers computers whether users want it or not. Microsoft needs to be very careful. It took decades to build up user trust, but now it risks tearing everything down in just a few months⊠http://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonke.../12/microsoft- confirms-windows-10-now-forced-onto-windows-7-and-windows-8/ That's rather odd... I have win7 and it hasn't downloaded win10 yet. Nor was it forced upon me. Wasn't forced on any of my boxes either. -- Lloyd |
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Lloyd Parsons wrote:
On Sat, 12 Sep 2015 13:48:05 -0600, GreyCloud wrote: On 09/12/15 11:49, Jeremy Bentham wrote: The saga continues. Following news that Windows 10 automatically downloads onto Windows 7 and Windows 8 for users who choose to upgrade, Microsoft MSFT +0.00% has now confirmed it has taken things one serious step further: Windows 10 will now download on computers even when users chose NOT to upgrade. This somewhat shocking development was discovered by The Inquirer when a reader reported Windows 10 had been downloaded onto their computer despite the fact they expressly declined the opportunity to upgrade: âThe symptoms are repeated failed âUpgrade to Windows 10' in the WU update history and a huge 3.5GB to 6GB hidden folder labelled â$Windows.~BTâ,â the reader explained. âI thought Microsoft [said] this âupgradeâ was optional. If so, why is it being pushed out to so many computers where it wasnât reserved, and why does it try to install over and over again? He continued: âI know of two instances where people on metered connections went over their data cap for August because of this unwanted download. My own internet (slow DSL) was crawling for a week or so until I discovered this problem. In fact, thatâs what led me to it. Not only does it download, it tries to install every time the computer is booted.â Microsoft Confirms New Policy Astonishingly this is not a one-off error. Speaking to The Inquirer, Microsoft confirmed this is now something they are doing to all computers running Windows 7 and Windows 8: âFor individuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Update, we help upgradable devices get ready for Windows 10 by downloading the files theyâll need if they decide to upgrade. When the upgrade is ready, the customer will be prompted to install Windows 10 on the device,â said a Microsoft spokesperson. Now letâs be clear he with regards to Windows 7 and Windows 8 âindividuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Updateâ is essentially everyone. So unless you expressly chose to switch off all Windows updates (not recommended), you will be receiving (and have already received) a 3-6GB silent download. As The Inquirer reader points out, this can be found at: C:\$windows.~BT Note this is a hidden folder so to view it you need to open File Explorer and go to: Organize Folder Options View Show hidden files, folders, and drives. The Fall Out So what to make of this? Quite frankly, while opinions remain divided over Windows 10âs forced updates, for Microsoft to presumptuously take a substantial chunk of every Windows 7 and Windows 8 userâs storage (and data allowance) downloading Windows 10 even if they specifically state they do not want to upgrade is a big step too far. Personally I cannot see what Microsoft is trying to achieve here. When a user wants Windows 10 they will expect a large download to begin and there to be some waiting time. But Microsoft downloading Windows 10 anyway just to skip this wait for users who donât want Windows 10 is complete madness. So what are your options⊠What To Do For those determined not to have their hard drive storage space and/or Internet data allowance wasted by Windows 10, the options are limited. The most drastic step is to disable Windows Update completely, but I would not recommend it as you are then trapped in a manual cycle of vetting every update to keep your computer update and secure. Meanwhile the alternative for those who have already had Windows 10 downloaded on their systems is simply to delete the C:\$windows folder. Then again Microsoft has not disclosed whether it will simply start downloading it again! I have reached out to Microsoft for further clarification here and will update the post when/if the company responds. In the meantime we are fast seeing Microsoft approach a dangerous crossing. It has already released updates on Windows 7 and Windows 8 which add detailed user tracking akin to Windows 10 and now it is downloading Windows 10 on Windows 7 and Windows 8 computers computers whether users want it or not. Microsoft needs to be very careful. It took decades to build up user trust, but now it risks tearing everything down in just a few months⊠http://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2015/09/12/microsoft- confirms-windows-10-now-forced-onto-windows-7-and-windows-8/ That's rather odd... I have win7 and it hasn't downloaded win10 yet. Nor was it forced upon me. Wasn't forced on any of my boxes either. Naturally not. Can't have telling the truth There are even articles around telling how to get rid of that unwanted "update". Which people get when they have "automatic updates" enabled You MS shills may deny the truth as long as you want, it does not change though. Even MS itself was forced to admit that they force that Win10 ****e down peoples throats |
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Peter =?UTF-8?B?S8O2aGxtYW5u?= wrote: You MS shills STFU FOAD. |
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Lehman wrote:
In article Peter =?UTF-8?B?S8O2aGxtYW5u?= wrote: You MS shills STFU FOAD. Idiot. But then you are a dizumn coward. Abject stupidity does not nearly describe your mental "abilities". And you use windows |
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On Sun, 13 Sep 2015 00:33:33 +0200, Peter Köhlmann wrote:
Lloyd Parsons wrote: On Sat, 12 Sep 2015 13:48:05 -0600, GreyCloud wrote: On 09/12/15 11:49, Jeremy Bentham wrote: The saga continues. Following news that Windows 10 automatically downloads onto Windows 7 and Windows 8 for users who choose to upgrade, Microsoft MSFT +0.00% has now confirmed it has taken things one serious step further: Windows 10 will now download on computers even when users chose NOT to upgrade. This somewhat shocking development was discovered by The Inquirer when a reader reported Windows 10 had been downloaded onto their computer despite the fact they expressly declined the opportunity to upgrade: âThe symptoms are repeated failed âUpgrade to Windows 10' in the WU update history and a huge 3.5GB to 6GB hidden folder labelled â$Windows.~BTâ,â the reader explained. âI thought Microsoft [said] this âupgradeâ was optional. If so, why is it being pushed out to so many computers where it wasnât reserved, and why does it try to install over and over again? He continued: âI know of two instances where people on metered connections went over their data cap for August because of this unwanted download. My own internet (slow DSL) was crawling for a week or so until I discovered this problem. In fact, thatâs what led me to it. Not only does it download, it tries to install every time the computer is booted.â Microsoft Confirms New Policy Astonishingly this is not a one-off error. Speaking to The Inquirer, Microsoft confirmed this is now something they are doing to all computers running Windows 7 and Windows 8: âFor individuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Update, we help upgradable devices get ready for Windows 10 by downloading the files theyâll need if they decide to upgrade. When the upgrade is ready, the customer will be prompted to install Windows 10 on the device,â said a Microsoft spokesperson. Now letâs be clear he with regards to Windows 7 and Windows 8 âindividuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Updateâ is essentially everyone. So unless you expressly chose to switch off all Windows updates (not recommended), you will be receiving (and have already received) a 3-6GB silent download. As The Inquirer reader points out, this can be found at: C:\$windows.~BT Note this is a hidden folder so to view it you need to open File Explorer and go to: Organize Folder Options View Show hidden files, folders, and drives. The Fall Out So what to make of this? Quite frankly, while opinions remain divided over Windows 10âs forced updates, for Microsoft to presumptuously take a substantial chunk of every Windows 7 and Windows 8 userâs storage (and data allowance) downloading Windows 10 even if they specifically state they do not want to upgrade is a big step too far. Personally I cannot see what Microsoft is trying to achieve here. When a user wants Windows 10 they will expect a large download to begin and there to be some waiting time. But Microsoft downloading Windows 10 anyway just to skip this wait for users who donât want Windows 10 is complete madness. So what are your options⊠What To Do For those determined not to have their hard drive storage space and/or Internet data allowance wasted by Windows 10, the options are limited. The most drastic step is to disable Windows Update completely, but I would not recommend it as you are then trapped in a manual cycle of vetting every update to keep your computer update and secure. Meanwhile the alternative for those who have already had Windows 10 downloaded on their systems is simply to delete the C:\$windows folder. Then again Microsoft has not disclosed whether it will simply start downloading it again! I have reached out to Microsoft for further clarification here and will update the post when/if the company responds. In the meantime we are fast seeing Microsoft approach a dangerous crossing. It has already released updates on Windows 7 and Windows 8 which add detailed user tracking akin to Windows 10 and now it is downloading Windows 10 on Windows 7 and Windows 8 computers computers whether users want it or not. Microsoft needs to be very careful. It took decades to build up user trust, but now it risks tearing everything down in just a few months⊠http://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2015/09/12/microsoft- confirms-windows-10-now-forced-onto-windows-7-and-windows-8/ That's rather odd... I have win7 and it hasn't downloaded win10 yet. Nor was it forced upon me. Wasn't forced on any of my boxes either. Naturally not. Can't have telling the truth Wasn't forced on me either. +SHADDUP **** for brains There are even articles around telling how to get rid of that unwanted "update". Which people get when they have "automatic updates" enabled You MS shills may deny the truth as long as you want, it does not change though. Even MS itself was forced to admit that they force that Win10 ****e down peoples throats Sent from my iFurryUnderbelly. -- p-0.0-h the cat Internet Terrorist, Mass sock puppeteer, Agent provocateur, Gutter rat, Devil incarnate, Linux user#666, ******* hacker, Resident evil, Monkey Boy, Certifiable criminal, Spineless cowardly scum, textbook Psychopath, the SCOURGE, l33t p00h d3 tr0ll, p00h == lam3r, p00h == tr0ll, troll infĂąme, the OVERCAT [The BEARPAIR are dead, and we are its murderers] lowlife troll, shyster [pending approval by STATE_TERROR], cripple, sociopath, kook, smug prick, smartarse, arsehole, moron, idiot, imbecile, snittish scumbag, liar, total ******* retard, shill, pooh-seur, scouringerer, the most complete ignoid, and furball. NewsGroups Numbrer One Terrorist Honorary SHYSTER and FRAUD awarded for services to Haberdashery. 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Microsoft Forces Windows 10 Downloads Onto Windows 7 And Windows 8
p-0''0-h the cat (UK) - The voice of the Sheeple wrote:
On Sun, 13 Sep 2015 00:33:33 +0200, Peter Köhlmann wrote: Lloyd Parsons wrote: On Sat, 12 Sep 2015 13:48:05 -0600, GreyCloud wrote: On 09/12/15 11:49, Jeremy Bentham wrote: The saga continues. Following news that Windows 10 automatically downloads onto Windows 7 and Windows 8 for users who choose to upgrade, Microsoft MSFT +0.00% has now confirmed it has taken things one serious step further: Windows 10 will now download on computers even when users chose NOT to upgrade. This somewhat shocking development was discovered by The Inquirer when a reader reported Windows 10 had been downloaded onto their computer despite the fact they expressly declined the opportunity to upgrade: âThe symptoms are repeated failed âUpgrade to Windows 10' in the WU update history and a huge 3.5GB to 6GB hidden folder labelled â$Windows.~BTâ,â the reader explained. âI thought Microsoft [said] this âupgradeâ was optional. If so, why is it being pushed out to so many computers where it wasnât reserved, and why does it try to install over and over again? He continued: âI know of two instances where people on metered connections went over their data cap for August because of this unwanted download. My own internet (slow DSL) was crawling for a week or so until I discovered this problem. In fact, thatâs what led me to it. Not only does it download, it tries to install every time the computer is booted.â Microsoft Confirms New Policy Astonishingly this is not a one-off error. Speaking to The Inquirer, Microsoft confirmed this is now something they are doing to all computers running Windows 7 and Windows 8: âFor individuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Update, we help upgradable devices get ready for Windows 10 by downloading the files theyâll need if they decide to upgrade. When the upgrade is ready, the customer will be prompted to install Windows 10 on the device,â said a Microsoft spokesperson. Now letâs be clear he with regards to Windows 7 and Windows 8 âindividuals who have chosen to receive automatic updates through Windows Updateâ is essentially everyone. So unless you expressly chose to switch off all Windows updates (not recommended), you will be receiving (and have already received) a 3-6GB silent download. As The Inquirer reader points out, this can be found at: C:\$windows.~BT Note this is a hidden folder so to view it you need to open File Explorer and go to: Organize Folder Options View Show hidden files, folders, and drives. The Fall Out So what to make of this? Quite frankly, while opinions remain divided over Windows 10âs forced updates, for Microsoft to presumptuously take a substantial chunk of every Windows 7 and Windows 8 userâs storage (and data allowance) downloading Windows 10 even if they specifically state they do not want to upgrade is a big step too far. Personally I cannot see what Microsoft is trying to achieve here. When a user wants Windows 10 they will expect a large download to begin and there to be some waiting time. But Microsoft downloading Windows 10 anyway just to skip this wait for users who donât want Windows 10 is complete madness. So what are your options⊠What To Do For those determined not to have their hard drive storage space and/or Internet data allowance wasted by Windows 10, the options are limited. The most drastic step is to disable Windows Update completely, but I would not recommend it as you are then trapped in a manual cycle of vetting every update to keep your computer update and secure. Meanwhile the alternative for those who have already had Windows 10 downloaded on their systems is simply to delete the C:\$windows folder. Then again Microsoft has not disclosed whether it will simply start downloading it again! I have reached out to Microsoft for further clarification here and will update the post when/if the company responds. In the meantime we are fast seeing Microsoft approach a dangerous crossing. It has already released updates on Windows 7 and Windows 8 which add detailed user tracking akin to Windows 10 and now it is downloading Windows 10 on Windows 7 and Windows 8 computers computers whether users want it or not. Microsoft needs to be very careful. It took decades to build up user trust, but now it risks tearing everything down in just a few months⊠http://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2015/09/12/microsoft- confirms-windows-10-now-forced-onto-windows-7-and-windows-8/ That's rather odd... I have win7 and it hasn't downloaded win10 yet. Nor was it forced upon me. Wasn't forced on any of my boxes either. Naturally not. Can't have telling the truth Wasn't forced on me either. Lying comes natural to peabrains like you +SHADDUP **** for brains Make me, dimbulb |
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