Moving from Windows 7 to 10: Why It’s a Good Idea to Make the Switch Before Windows 7 Support Ends
Windows 7 mainstream support ended on January 13th 2015, but fortunately received extended support until January 14th 2020. Now that that’s less than a month away, it’s time to begin considering making the switch to Windows 10, Microsoft’s latest and greatest operating system. Not doing so could put your businesses’ IT ecosystem at risk to cyber-attacks and intrusions that could spell disaster for your operations.
There are many reasons to make the switch aside from the dangers of not doing so, which we’ll cover, including better security, higher efficiency and increased product support.
Product Maturity
Adopting a new operating system early in its release is always a bad idea for businesses; there’s a lot of bugs, software conflicts, and so on. You can’t always be sure your work environment will translate perfectly across to the latest operating system.
Now that Windows 10 has been available for four years, it’s received a handful of sizable major updates along with regular updates. It runs smoothly, and you’ll be hard-pressed to find an issue.
Increased Security
If security matters to you (and it should, with enterprise infections increasing by 12% last year), Windows 10 is essential for your business. With regular updates protecting your systems from infections, malware, and more, Windows 10 is Microsoft’s most secure operating system ever.
Windows 10 checks for updates automatically, installing security updates and new product features in the background quietly while you and your colleagues work. Meaning less interruptions, and less time and investment when it comes to your IT department performing update maintenance on your company hardware.
Expanded Compatibility Across Devices
If the thought of enjoying a cohesive experience across devices appeals to you and your business needs, Windows 10 is certainly an upgrade you’ll want to consider. You can expect the same level of performance and interactivity, whether you’re working on a desktop PC or a laptop such as the ASUSPRO P5440 FA.
Plus, with recent phone integrations with the Your Phone app, you can ensure you don’t miss anything when you’re at your desk, whether your phone is with you or not.
Pure Performance
There’s little doubt about it; Windows 10 is a smoother, speedier experience. When you upgrade to Windows 10, you’ll experience quicker boot-times, faster response times in tasks and program loading, as well as additional features like 3D engine DirectX 12 support.
Whether you’re working across multiple documents and spreadsheets, or you’re making full use of ASUS hardware, developing 3D graphics and other creative elements, Windows 10 is the winner when it comes to performance.
Multi-tasking Master
Speaking of working across multiple files, moving smoothly from one file to the next has never been easier. Snap multiple windows to one screen, or easily span windows across multiple screens. Additionally, if the process of tabbing between tasks troubles you, Windows 10 has improved that process also; Press the left Win key and Tab brings up the Task View, giving you visual representations of all your open programs and windows.
From here, you can also add new virtual desktops – perfect for keeping different projects and workloads in their own instances.
Universal Apps
You’re likely used to using an app store on your smartphone, and Windows 10 introduces this idea to your PC. These apps easily install across your devices, running in their own sandboxes (thereby making them more secure), and integrate neatly with the Windows 10 Action Center notification system, keeping you in the loop and up-to-date on anything that’s happening within them.
Designed for Touch Screens
In addition to your familiarity with smartphone apps, you’ll also find Windows 10 supports a similar method of input cleanly; touch support. If you or your colleagues use touch-enabled devices, Windows 10 detects these inputs and adapts flawlessly to ensure an instant and enjoyable experience whether you’re using a mouse, finger, or pen as an input.
Windows 10 Is Here to Stay
Windows 10 is now considered a mature operating system, but is only halfway or less through the traditional operating system life-cycle. With Microsoft’s focus moving from a new operating system every five to ten years to an on-going update cycle, your business can update to Windows 10 knowing it’s unlikely you’ll ever need to endure such huge overhauls to your digital systems again.
Windows 10 offers an exhaustive list of benefits over previous Windows iterations, much more than we could list here; just some we’ve not mentioned are OneDrive integration, a supercharged copy-and-paste clipboard, and voice typing for those who prefer to dictate to their PC.
There’s a lot to love when it comes to using Windows 10 as your new workplace operating system, beyond the peace of mind that comes with using the most up-to-date and secure system. Make the switch before Windows 7 support ends for good, and enjoy knowing your ASUS systems are secure, speedy and more enjoyable and efficient than ever to use.
Product Maturity
Adopting a new operating system early in its release is always a bad idea for businesses; there’s a lot of bugs, software conflicts, and so on. You can’t always be sure your work environment will translate perfectly across to the latest operating system.
Now that Windows 10 has been available for four years, it’s received a handful of sizable major updates along with regular updates. It runs smoothly, and you’ll be hard-pressed to find an issue.
Increased Security
If security matters to you (and it should, with enterprise infections increasing by 12% last year), Windows 10 is essential for your business. With regular updates protecting your systems from infections, malware, and more, Windows 10 is Microsoft’s most secure operating system ever.
Windows 10 checks for updates automatically, installing security updates and new product features in the background quietly while you and your colleagues work. Meaning less interruptions, and less time and investment when it comes to your IT department performing update maintenance on your company hardware.
Expanded Compatibility Across Devices
If the thought of enjoying a cohesive experience across devices appeals to you and your business needs, Windows 10 is certainly an upgrade you’ll want to consider. You can expect the same level of performance and interactivity, whether you’re working on a desktop PC or a laptop such as the ASUSPRO P5440 FA.
Plus, with recent phone integrations with the Your Phone app, you can ensure you don’t miss anything when you’re at your desk, whether your phone is with you or not.
Pure Performance
There’s little doubt about it; Windows 10 is a smoother, speedier experience. When you upgrade to Windows 10, you’ll experience quicker boot-times, faster response times in tasks and program loading, as well as additional features like 3D engine DirectX 12 support.
Whether you’re working across multiple documents and spreadsheets, or you’re making full use of ASUS hardware, developing 3D graphics and other creative elements, Windows 10 is the winner when it comes to performance.
Multi-tasking Master
Speaking of working across multiple files, moving smoothly from one file to the next has never been easier. Snap multiple windows to one screen, or easily span windows across multiple screens. Additionally, if the process of tabbing between tasks troubles you, Windows 10 has improved that process also; Press the left Win key and Tab brings up the Task View, giving you visual representations of all your open programs and windows.
From here, you can also add new virtual desktops – perfect for keeping different projects and workloads in their own instances.
Universal Apps
You’re likely used to using an app store on your smartphone, and Windows 10 introduces this idea to your PC. These apps easily install across your devices, running in their own sandboxes (thereby making them more secure), and integrate neatly with the Windows 10 Action Center notification system, keeping you in the loop and up-to-date on anything that’s happening within them.
Designed for Touch Screens
In addition to your familiarity with smartphone apps, you’ll also find Windows 10 supports a similar method of input cleanly; touch support. If you or your colleagues use touch-enabled devices, Windows 10 detects these inputs and adapts flawlessly to ensure an instant and enjoyable experience whether you’re using a mouse, finger, or pen as an input.
Windows 10 Is Here to Stay
Windows 10 is now considered a mature operating system, but is only halfway or less through the traditional operating system life-cycle. With Microsoft’s focus moving from a new operating system every five to ten years to an on-going update cycle, your business can update to Windows 10 knowing it’s unlikely you’ll ever need to endure such huge overhauls to your digital systems again.
Windows 10 offers an exhaustive list of benefits over previous Windows iterations, much more than we could list here; just some we’ve not mentioned are OneDrive integration, a supercharged copy-and-paste clipboard, and voice typing for those who prefer to dictate to their PC.
There’s a lot to love when it comes to using Windows 10 as your new workplace operating system, beyond the peace of mind that comes with using the most up-to-date and secure system. Make the switch before Windows 7 support ends for good, and enjoy knowing your ASUS systems are secure, speedy and more enjoyable and efficient than ever to use.
