[BlindTlk] [BlTlk] Computers

[Judy Jones]

That's not just blind people. I think I know more sighted people who don't either bother or even care about updates.



Judy
sent from the HIMS Android braille tablet

----- Original Message -----
From: Sami Osborne via BlindTlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
Date: Monday, February 13, 2023 11:37 AM
To: dandrews920--- via BlindTlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
CC: Sami Osborne <sami.j.osborne97 at gmail.com>;dandrews920 at comcast.net
Subject: Re: [BlindTlk] Computers

I actually did update from Windows 10 to 11 when it was first released last year, because they were offering a free upgrade on my computer. That was back in March/April 2022 though so it might not be available now; you might have to pay for Windows 11 if you don't have it already.

Frankly I don't understand why so many blind people seem hesitant to install updates on their phones and computers, even minor ones. Yes, there can certainly be bugs when new versions are released, but most of the time they're really not so severe as to affect the overall functioning of your device. I just install any updates when I can and as soon as they're released to the public.

SamiOn Feb 13, 2023 1:42 PM, dandrews920--- via BlindTlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> Many Windows updates are related to security. By not installing them, you risk malware, viruses, and gettingyour computer taken over.  You should  do most updates. You may not, for example want to go from windows 10 to 11, but you should keep updating Windows 10.
>
> Dave
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: BlindTlk <blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jen via BlindTlk
> Sent: Sunday, February 12, 2023 1:44 PM
> To: Jamelle via BlindTlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Jen <spiderweb1 at sbcglobal.net>
> Subject: Re: [BlindTlk] Computers
>
> I've disabled all Windows updates with the registry.
> Every time I've gotten a computer, I've installed JAWS on it myself.
>     On Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 01:42:0 PM EST, Jamelle via BlindTlk <blindtlk at nfbnet.org> wrote:  
>
> Hi,
>
> I wanted to ask everyone on the list how often do you get a new computer with assistive technologies included?
>
> I also would like to ask about window updates. Do you install every new version of windows etc?
>
> I'm asking because I think it's time for me to get a new pc (I think I purchased my current pc in 2012);  and I'm thinking about purchasing a new computer.
>
> Thanks,
>
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