> I’m not a Windows fan but at least it doesn’t feel like it’s regressing like the Mac experience has been
Maybe I am just crazy but I had to go back and use XP for a few days for a project I’m working on (long story). After being on it and going back to 10 I honestly miss it in a lot of ways.
The UX on Xp was so clear, I still know where all the settings are and how to use them. I felt so in control. Now on Windows there are like 10 different settings menus with completely different design languages. I can’t find anything without search (and search is a disaster in and of itself). I can’t control updates well and in the last year there have been multiple updates that borked machines.
Yeah, even the messages have become more patronizing.
"We're getting things set up for you."
"You'll need the Internet for this."
"We need to update some apps."
And my personal favorite, "Windows is a service and updates are a normal part of keeping it running smoothly. Ready? Restart now. Not ready? Pick a time that works for you."
For a bonus, the title to that wonderful dialog was "Let's cross this one off your list."
Maybe I am just crazy but I had to go back and use XP for a few days for a project I’m working on (long story). After being on it and going back to 10 I honestly miss it in a lot of ways.
The UX on Xp was so clear, I still know where all the settings are and how to use them. I felt so in control. Now on Windows there are like 10 different settings menus with completely different design languages. I can’t find anything without search (and search is a disaster in and of itself). I can’t control updates well and in the last year there have been multiple updates that borked machines.