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Can I still use Windows 7?
Yes, you can continue using Windows 7 after January 14, 2020. Windows 7 will continue to run as it is today. However, you should upgrade to Windows 10 before January 14, 2020, because Microsoft will be discontinuing all technical support, software updates, security updates, and any other fixes after that date.
What is the current version of ACT?
v24
Deploy on Windows 11, releasing in October 2021. Act! v24 is now officially Windows 11 certified. Reap the benefits of a modern 64-bit platform with the latest security and performance enhancements from Microsoft.
How can I upgrade my Windows 7 to Windows 8 for free?
Install the update manually
- Make sure your PC is plugged in and connected to the Internet using a non-metered connection.
- Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, tap Settings, and then tap Change PC settings.
- Tap or click Update and recovery, and then tap or click Windows Update.
- Tap or click Check now.
Do I have to pay for Windows 10?
Microsoft allows anyone to download Windows 10 for free and install it without a product key. It’ll keep working for the foreseeable future, with only a few small cosmetic restrictions.
Should I keep Windows 7?
Windows 7 ranks among the top Windows operating systems. It’s the reason individuals and businesses are still clinging to the OS even after Microsoft ended support in January 2020. While you can continue to use Windows 7 after the end of support, the safest option is to upgrade to Windows 10 or Windows 11.
What is new on the act?
Act! v24 Update 4 adds impactful new functionality, pragmatic usability enhancements, and vital performance and security updates to the powerful 64-bit v24 platform released in Fall 2021 which also supports Windows® 11.
Can Windows 10 run old software?
Most apps (and other programs, like games or utilities) that were created for earlier versions of Windows will work in the most recent version of Windows 10, but some older ones might run poorly or not at all.