----------Nope, you can upgrade from 7 and up.
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Windows 10 Is Almost Here: Here
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https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/gp/lifecycle-windows81-faq
----------Nope, you can upgrade from 7 and up.
Thank you for replying ...i'm also assuming that 'support' for Win 8 will end as it did for XP?
------------------------------This may be of interest---
Windows 10 Is Almost Here: Here
This too---
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/gp/lifecycle-windows81-faq
I hate to sound 'thick' but i tried to read and comprehend what was being said ...not sure i totally understood it all ...it mentioned updating for Win 7 & 8 users but didn't come out and say you must update first to 8.1, have it in place and 'then' you can install 10 .... unless i missed something ...
It’s official, folks: Windows 10 will be a free upgrade for existing Windows users—as long as you claim it quickly.Kicking off the consumer-focused Windows 10 event in Redmond on Tuesday, January 21, Microsoft operating system chief Terry Myerson announced that current users of Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows Phone 8.1 will be able to upgrade to the new operating system for free as long as they do so within one year of Windows 10's launch. Once you’ve claimed the upgrade, it's permanent, and Microsoft will keep you updated for the supported lifetime of the device.
“We think of Windows 10 as a service,” Myerson said.
UPDATE: Windows 10 will be available to download July 29, and existing Windows 7 and 8 users can "reserve" their copy today.
Here's the fine print from the Windows 10 page on Microsoft's site:
“It is our intent that most of these devices will qualify, but some hardware/software requirements apply and feature availability may vary by device. Devices must be connected to the internet and have Windows Update enabled. ISP fees may apply. Windows 7 SP1 and Windows 8.1 Update required. Some editions are excluded: Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8/8.1 Enterprise, and Windows RT/RT 8.1. Active Software Assurance customers in volume licensing have the benefit to upgrade to Windows 10 Enterprise outside of this offer. We will be sharing more information and additional offer terms in coming months.”
------------------------------This may be of interest---
Windows 10 Is Almost Here: Here
This too---
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/gp/lifecycle-windows81-faq
I hate to sound 'thick' but i tried to read and comprehend what was being said ...not sure i totally understood it all ...it mentioned updating for Win 7 & 8 users but didn't come out and say you must update first to 8.1, have it in place and 'then' you can install 10 .... unless i missed something ...
Maybe this quote makes things clearer.
If not, Google is very useful.---
It’s official, folks: Windows 10 will be a free upgrade for existing Windows users—as long as you claim it quickly.Kicking off the consumer-focused Windows 10 event in Redmond on Tuesday, January 21, Microsoft operating system chief Terry Myerson announced that current users of Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows Phone 8.1 will be able to upgrade to the new operating system for free as long as they do so within one year of Windows 10's launch. Once you’ve claimed the upgrade, it's permanent, and Microsoft will keep you updated for the supported lifetime of the device.
“We think of Windows 10 as a service,” Myerson said.
UPDATE: Windows 10 will be available to download July 29, and existing Windows 7 and 8 users can "reserve" their copy today.
Here's the fine print from the Windows 10 page on Microsoft's site:
“It is our intent that most of these devices will qualify, but some hardware/software requirements apply and feature availability may vary by device. Devices must be connected to the internet and have Windows Update enabled. ISP fees may apply. Windows 7 SP1 and Windows 8.1 Update required. Some editions are excluded: Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 8/8.1 Enterprise, and Windows RT/RT 8.1. Active Software Assurance customers in volume licensing have the benefit to upgrade to Windows 10 Enterprise outside of this offer. We will be sharing more information and additional offer terms in coming months.”
----------------------------To do the free upgrade to Windows 10 through Windows update, you must have Windows 7with sp1 or Windows 8.1. If you are running Windows 8.0 you need an ISO to make install media to do the upgrade to Windows 10. Microsoft Reveals Windows 10 Upgrade Path, Confirms Windows RT Won’t Be Receiving Windows 10
-----------------You can upgrade to 10 from Windows 8.0, you just can't upgrade online. I don't know if that excludes you from the free upgrade though. All I can tell you is you'll need to download the ISO and create install media to do the upgrade. Is there a reason why you haven't upgraded to 8.1? IMHO its much better than 8.0 and also a free upgrade.
-----------Ok, I was just curious. Some have had issues where the upgrade failed for some reason. You can get Windows 8.1 install media here to clean install with. Create installation media for Windows 8.1 - Windows Help It will read and use Windows 8.0 keys and 8.1 keys. Even OEM embedded keys. Verified it myself on my laptop. I'm not saying do it, just giving you options to think about.