Microsoft Windows 10 Home - Full Retail Version 32 & 64-Bit (Download)

Pros: - so my first experience with Windows was the 3.1 version, and I used most of them since, this one ranks about 3rd after XP and Windows 7 - they constantly improve this product as it supposed to be the last Windows, and they do listen to the community feedback - works well, very stable, rarely crashes - great improvement over Windows 8 - trouble free install on a SAMSUNG 970 PRO NVMe

Cons: - it supposed to be the last Windows, so what choice do you have? - lots of privacy concerns turn on by default, and other resource intensive processes that are not needed - update process was better on previous versions of Windows, many times it gets stuck at a certain %, then you toggle the screen and you will see that the progress bar moves - suffered from a fuzzy text, when laptop was connected to external display, which eventually got resolved through one of the feature pacts

Overall Review: I went for a retail since Microsoft is not releasing anymore PC based operating systems in the future, it is better to have a hard copy on hand then rely on OEM. Go back to Windows 7 update model allowing us to select updates we want to install, turn off telemetry and all those resource hogging useless processes, and privacy settings on off, then I will give it 5 eggs rating

Pros: This is a lot like Win 7 but it does have elements from Win 8 and 8.1 (such as the tiles and modified start menu). Very stable and reliable Doesn't take as much RAM for background processes when compared to Win 8 and 8.1 About $10 more than Win 7 Support is relatively average for a busy company like Microsoft.

Cons: Personal issue: Some of the items move to certain places and if you search for certain things they may not come first (such as task manager). Cortana is something that takes time to calibrate if being used. But it does get better over time as it recognizes your voice.

Overall Review: If you don't know where or how to download/install Win 10, then please use the following link: http://www.howtogeek.com/197559/how-to-install-windows-10-on-your-pc/ I recommend making a disc and/or usb copy of the windows install for a rainy day

Pros: Cheaper than going through the Windows store. Didn't have to wait for shipping.

Cons: None

Overall Review: Download the Windows 10 Crain till from Microsoft and create a USB installer. Install from that and then copy paste the code when you get the email. No problems with install. Probably the last painful install I've ever done.

Pros: - Love that I received my Licensing Code immediately via email - Love that it was the best price on the internet at the time - Love that (unlike Amazo) it was easy to trust that this was a legit purchase and not a bootlegged code.

Cons: - No returns on this - although as long as the code's good, you wouldn't want to return it.

Overall Review: There are two main differences in Windows 10 options - the first is "OEM" which is the cheapest. This option ONLY works for the MOBO you're on now. If for some reason you want to upgrade later, or have a problem and have to return the motherboard, you're out of luck. You can't use it on another MOBO, which Microsoft considers to be a different computer, and the OEM only works on one computer. The license stays with that computer. And then there's THIS one. The "Full Retail Version" is a few bucks more, but you can move it to new computers - and motherboards - for FREE. This is definitely the way to go if you're a PC enthusiast, and are constantly upgrading SSDs/Mobos/Processors. As far as purchasing from Newegg, I received my licensing code in my email almost instantaneously. I used PayPal, which might have helped. The code worked right away, zero problems. I put a copy of this OS on an empty thrumbdrive I had laying around, so I can always reload a fresh copy of Windows 10 Home whenever I feel the need. BTW, downloading Windows 10 (any version) is free. But it will nag you to install a code, and there is some minor reduced functionality until you enter a valid Product Key. If you buy this key, of course it will only work for Win10 Home, so make sure you download the correct installation. Also, Amaz lists dozens of these keys for cheap, but who knows what's legit. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Unless you purchase directly from Microsoft or Newegg, you won't know if you've purchased a bootleg, re-used key until it's too late.

Pros: - I had the key in 1 hour - No more "Active Windows" - It should be transferable when I upgrade the motherboard once they are released

Cons: - Paying for Windows

Overall Review: I always had OEM versions to use so this is the first time I purchased a key for retail use.

Pros: - Easy download, immediate delivery - Retail version for worry free unlimited hardware changes - Official, Microsoft approved - Peace of mind

Cons: - N/A

Pros: ...Download the Full retail copy instead the OEM....The Key was emailed to me in few minutes.Easy instalation and OS work fine.I'll create a boot usb drive.

Cons: none

Overall Review: For a few more $$...get the FULL RETAIL version instead the OEM.The DOWNLOAD option is cheaper

Pros: - Easiest Upgrade Ever!!!! - My fast running system actually runs a little faster now!.

Cons: - New always stinks, but I have nothing worthy to put here.

Overall Review: I went from Win 7 Pro (64) to Win 10 on my main PC. My experiences with Win 10 on other systems was absolutely horrible like Me, Vista or Win 8. But I have some key programs that required Win 10 and it was time to bite the bullet. I set aside days, did backups and fully expected to end up doing a clean install and maybe end up reverting back. I even removed a few programs to make it easier on the software. Wow, did I miss judge this. This was the best upgrade experience I ever had. The key programs transferred, all my browser stuff and a long list of very proprietary stuff transferred to, including an old game that runs in Dos-Box that I goof around with from time to time and my anti-virus (Trend-Micro). I could make a list, not very long, of stuff that didn't take perfectly. Like my Turbo-Tax needed me to enter my serial number again and I had a task bar on my second screen that I needed to turn off... but this was really very nit-picky stuff. What I can see is it kept virtually all my customized system settings and I had a lot! But wait there's more, my computer runs better now! Yes, not only was it easy it is better. I thought I transitioned to another dimension where Microsoft stuff works, I feel so conflicted now LOL. But other than reinstalling things I removed this was done in a couple hours. I actually jumped on here today to write this, still shocked. For you geeks here is some of my basic system specs just to give you an idea. Win 7 Pro 64 to Win 10 Ver1909 build18363.657 MSI X299 Motherboard, I7-7820 Intel CPU, 32GB DDR4, NVIDIA Geforce GTX 1050Ti, Samsung SSD SATA Boot (windows 7 thing), 2x Samsung NVMe for storage and programs. My system always ran very good, fast and solid. And definitely has improved (just can't believe it). For those of you on the fence, just do it. Quick update: I had a few reboots and BSODs after I wrote this. All were related to my power controls and overclocking and were easily fixed. So this still continues to be relatively trouble free upgrade. I am seeing some CLSID permission issues in my Event Viewer but nothing out of the normal or stopping the show. All my programs that crossed the stream continue to run great.