Windows 10 Home Edition Users Might Have Updates Forced On Them

The Windows 10 Home Edition may have one feature that its users might not find so endearing. Unlike the Windows 7 and Windows 8.1, which permit their users to control when they want to download or install the update – if they even want to do so, the Windows 10 will force automatic updates on its users, according to CNET.

Microsoft has a specifications page put up for Windows 10 and it has noted some important facts about the company’s upcoming operating system. A certain section of the page has confirmed that Microsoft has, indeed, changed the way users can handle updates.

Apparently, all updates for those who have Windows 10 Home will be automatically available, while those who use Windows 10 Pro and Windows 10 Enterprise will be given the option to defer them. It looks like Windows 10 Home users have no choice but to update – which might end up being a problem for some users.

Microsoft has always provided its users with a specific level of flexibility where users can manage Windows and customize it to their liking. However, this new OS feature seems to be a step backward. It is removing a huge part of the users’ control – at least, for those who are on Home Edition, which happens to be Microsoft’s cheapest Windows 10 consumer version.

The company has officially announced on Windows Blog on Monday that it will be launching its newest software to tablets and power PCs as a free upgrade by the end of July, specifically July 29. Those who are currently on the Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 can already reserve the upgrade – which will be available for a full year.

For everyone else, however, Windows 10 Home can be availed for $119. Windows 10 Pro, on the other hand, is more expensive with a price tag of $199.

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