Is it safe to use Windows 8?

In many ways, Windows 8 is the safest version of Windows ever released. There’s a substantially lowered risk of downloading harmful software because the apps you’ll use from the Start screen are either designed or approved by Microsoft. Windows 8 also includes a number of security features to keep you safe.

Is it worth upgrading to Windows 10 from Windows 8?

And if you’re running Windows 8.1 and your machine can handle it (check the compatibility guidelines), I’d recommend updating to Windows 10. In terms of third-party support, Windows 8 and 8.1 will be such a ghost town that it’s well worth doing the upgrade, and doing so while the Windows 10 option is free.

Is Windows 10 or 8 better?

Winner: Windows 10 corrects most of Windows 8’s ills with the Start screen, whilst revamped file management and virtual desktops are potential productivity boosters. An outright victory for desktop and laptop users.

When does Windows 8 end support?

The mainstream support for Windows 8.1 ends on January 9, 2018, and its extended support will end on January 10, 2023.

When does Windows 8.1 support end exactly?

Microsoft will begin Windows 8 and 8.1’s end of life and support in January 2023. This means it will stop all support and updates to the operating system. Windows 8 and 8.1 already reached the end of Mainstream Support on January 9, 2018.

How long will Microsoft support Windows 8.1?

In August 2020, Windows 8.1 is still supported by Microsoft. Although the version of Windows is already out of Mainstream Support on January 9, 2018, Microsoft still provides the extended support for it until January 2023.

How to install Windows 8.1?

1) Go to the HP Customer Care Web site ( http://www.hp.com/support ), select Software and Drivers, and enter your computer model number. 2) Select Windows 8.1 from the menu. 3) Download and install Intel Rapid Storage Technology (version 11.5.4.1001 or greater) from the Software and Drivers page. See More…