Windows 8 Frustration with Windows 8.1 Update: Considering a Switch to Chromebook

[wayne powers]

so I fired up an old laptop with windows 8.1, because my other laptop has windows 10 and takes a day to bootup. OMG what happened to Windows 8? It has been about 6 hors and it still says completeing windows update. Up till 10 I was a loyal MS user, right back from the old MS DOS days on my XT. My kid told me to try a chromebook over a year ago and I think it's time to switch those two laptops over to Cloud Ready. BYE BYE WINDOWS

 

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It seems like you are facing a frustrating situation with your Windows 8.1 laptop and considering a switch to CloudReady, which is a cloud-based operating system like Chrome OS. Switching to a cloud-based system can offer simplicity and speed, especially for basic computing tasks. If you decide to move ahead with CloudReady, here are a few steps you might consider: 1. Backup Your Data: Before transitioning to a new operating system, ensure you have backed up all important files, documents, and media from your current Windows 8.1 laptop. 2. Create a CloudReady Installation Medium: You would typically create a bootable USB drive with the CloudReady OS. 3. Install CloudReady: Once you have the USB drive ready, you can boot your laptop from it and follow the installation instructions to install CloudReady on your system. 4. Adjustment to a New System: CloudReady and Chrome OS are lightweight systems focused on web-based tasks. Ensure you are familiar with the differences between a Chromebook-like environment and a traditional Windows system. 5. Explore CloudReady Features: CloudReady offers integration with Google services and a straightforward interface. Explore the features and see if it aligns with your needs. Remember, while CloudReady and Chrome OS have their advantages, they might not have the same software compatibility as Windows. Ensure that the software and applications you depend on are available or have alternatives on a cloud-based system. If you need assistance with the transition or have any specific questions about CloudReady, feel free to ask!