It seems that new operating systems don’t please people for a variety of reasons. It is understandable that companies, in particular, do not want to over-upgrade entire networks of desktop computers. It is expensive, time consuming, and there may be computer problems with associated enterprise software.
A side problem – Windows 12 Lite Linux does what Windows 10 can’t?
An interesting but also irritating related problem occurred almost instantly, apparently as a direct result of the problems in Windows 10. Linux, the open source operating system, released something called Windows 12 Lite.
The presentation of this operating system leaves much to be desired, but it builds on the problems of Windows 10 and solves them. It even looks like Windows 10 and would be immune to ransomware, faster than Win 10, works with Windows 7 and 10, and much more. Also supposed to be good for players on Steam, an important selling point for just about everyone.
Ahh … Would this be a true reflection of the receptiveness of the market to anything without the agitation of the misadventures of Windows 10? Yes. Would this be a good positioning on the market? Yes. Would something like that have an impact if it were generalized? No guesswork required. It would go to supernova.
What’s important – if open source can do it, why can’t Microsoft? Open source works on a restricted basis. Microsoft has billions. Is it believable that Microsoft can’t do something like this? Barely, and this worries some. “The market leader will not do what open source has already done” is not a great look. Whether Windows 12 Lite offers or not, it pushes the buttons that people want to push.
Important – Many people in the industry have reported some issues with Windows 12 Lite, including some uncertain information. The open source presentation is generally ugly, but it would be advisable to look and see what kind of problems it has.
Why the problems and constant problems? Why not a simple solution?
There is a basic remark to make here. Windows is Windows. It is a fundamentally good and easy to use system. The current situation and the endless annoying little things seem like Microsoft is trying to micromanage the macro operating system environment. It can’t work. The whole situation is now affected, to the detriment of Microsoft.
All operating systems come from the central system. How many of these revised Windows systems can really be called “new”? What is the added value of things that perform the same basic functions? This is a very strong argument for “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” OK, things like Surface and Azure need updates and companies need cloud-specific systems, but who else?
Hardware evolves, of course, but a switch is always a switch. Technology is changing but moving through a limited range of real physical interfaces, be it telephones or otherwise. The basic needs of users do not change much. You don’t buy a new house just to have a place to install a flat screen TV.
There is also an error built into the hardware mix. People generally upgrade their existing computers. They have no new equipment. So hardware isn’t really a problem for anyone, unless someone has a very old computer. (This is the main market I’m talking about, not the most advanced operating systems.)
Put it like this:
• Reliability beats the stuff of kitsch gadgets every day. “New” is not necessarily synonymous with “useful to me”.
• No one needs or wants to think about new operating systems and system problems all the time.
• No one needs additional costs.
• A smooth transition to next generation operating systems could be much cheaper and better for Microsoft. Click, it’s done.
• The apparent anxiety and misery for Microsoft seems completely counterproductive. How is it best for Microsoft to agonize over code issues, etc.?
What’s wrong with the current Windows system> Version X.1 or other> Need something specific> check out our other stuff that goes with X.1. How could it be easier? Minimal disruption, controlled evolution of operating systems, all part of the method. You could also cost it down to the last penny, unlike the take it or leave it approach, which in this case is not specific.
Simpler and less disruptive must be better. Creating an on / off system to support operating systems does not seem to work properly at all. In the meantime, can we see if Windows 12 Lite is a viable option?
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