DOWNLOADING WINDOWS 10
by Ray Carlson
Q: I don't like Windows 8 and want to update to Windows 10. I heard to
click on an icon, but I don't understand.
A: When Microsoft announced that Windows 10 can be downloaded for free for
anyone with the latest versions of Windows 7 and 8.1, they realized they
were creating a problem. People frustrated with Windows 8 will want to
upgrade immediately and likely clog download sites on July 29, the date
Windows 10 is expected to be available.
To avoid this, Microsoft will download the new version in small pieces if
requested. They have started inserting a small program on eligible
computers. The program generates an icon that is added to the taskbar at the
right side at the bottom of the screen. The icon depicts the Windows symbol
of four windows. If you click on that symbol, a box will open. Click "Learn
more" and then "Reserve." You will be asked for your email address. After
completing the request, you will periodically receive components of 10 as
upgrades, and, after or on the 29th, you will be asked if you want to
install the new version. You can do so immediately or wait a while, but
everything will already be downloaded.
This solution, however, is not working perfectly since many people have not
received the icon. Google "windows 10 popup not showing" to see websites
describing actions you can try. Most often, it is because Microsoft
designates upgrades as "Essential," "Recommended," "Important," or
"Optional." Many people instruct their computer to only except Essential
ones, and this one is "Recommended" or "Important." Go to the Control Panel
and check your update history for one labeled KB3035583. If that one was
rejected, click to have it downloaded. If this does not work, try one of the
other suggestions your Google search listed.
Published: Courier 7/4/15 - Page 11A