[DR M]

Hi, Jim.

 

 

I've backed up the laptop, and will watch the condition of the drive, and make a decision on whether to get a new drive or new laptop in the near future. This laptop is about seven years old. Thanks again for all the help.

 

Your decision is fine.

 

Before you decide about a new laptop, it would be good to check if your laptop can get updated to Windows 11. Windows 10 will stop getting support from Microsoft in October 2025, so a new purchase would be a good move if this laptop can't be updated. If it passes the check, however, go for a disk replacement (before any upgrade) and then upgrade the computer. 

 

See here how to check your computer: How to check if your device meets Windows 11 system requirements after changing device hardware - Microsoft Support

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Dr M,

 

Looks like the laptop is not adequate for upgrade to Windows 11. I will keep checking the disc condition, and look for a new laptop.  Thanks again very much for your patience and help.

 

Very Sincerely, Fred 

[JimSellers]

Dr M,

 

Looks like the laptop is not adequate for upgrade to Windows 11. I will keep checking the disc condition, and look for a new laptop.  Thanks again very much for your patience and help.

 

Very Sincerely, Fred 

[DR M]

 

Very Sincerely, Fred 

 

I thought it was Jim? 

 

Whatever it is, you are very welcome. Backup first, then keep checking the disk!

[JimSellers]

Dr. M

Sorry, tis Jim. I shall back up, and then check. The computer is quite a bit faster, and I thank you very much for that. It has been fun and informative to work with you.

Cheers, Jim.

[DR M]

I'm glad to hear that the computer is quite a bit faster. We cleaned and made some maintenance. However, have in mind that when a disk starts to have signs of failure things won't be getting better. 

 

Thanks for your kind words.

 

Take care!