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So, did you actually try following the manual?
You can find it right here:

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Doesn't Gigabyte have that dual BIOS setup specifically for situations just like this?

what is wrong with my Meizu

Jeffrey Allen92 said:The Phantom is way out of my budget, but this MS Falcon Pro is exactly what I’ve been hunting for... how did I miss your post earlier?

thanks 🙏

Based on my own experience—specifically the "testing" performed by some very energetic underage home "tech reviewers"—MS cases have a pretty catchy, gamer-style design for that generation. Those bulky, overly flashy plastic fronts actually serve a purpose, though; they help reinforce the surprisingly thin and flimsy metal chassis...
But those mesh filters? They look like they're held on by nothing more than static electricity or maybe some old electrical tape. Plus, the front panel connectors feel way too cheap (honestly, worse than the knock-off parts you find at a local electronics shop). Just ask me about the audio jacks: they died on my first pair of headphones...

That’s why, if I need something built for heavy use, I'd rather go with a Corsair (I still have some ancient ones from a decade ago that were built like tanks, even if their modern stuff feels a bit hit-or-miss) or some other branded case... regardless of whether the design is more traditional (which I prefer, even if Corsair seems to be hiring designers with questionable vision lately) or if it costs a little extra...

Peter King4 said:Yeah, I get that it doesn't support n-mode, and without that, it could hit 54Mbps, which is why I'm stumped. But whatever, it's an old piece of gear anyway and ready for the scrap heap. Honestly, just grab a new adapter and call it a day.

But isn't it weird to you that we're talking about theoretical peak speeds here?
I mean, we're talking lab conditions—perfect setups, identical hardware, basically what you'd see if you were sitting right on top of the router...

Sure, you can go out and buy gear that claims 10Gbps speeds, but signal propagation still has to follow the laws of physics. You've got signals getting choked out by concrete walls, especially reinforced ones, electrical wiring, and definitely water (or even just some heavy greenery)... plus all those other gadgets running on the same frequency.
Unless you're lucky enough to live in a house made of spiderwebs, if you're trying to get a signal from the basement up to the second floor through thick walls and random obstacles... well, good luck.

This is one of those areas where the "just use a bigger hammer" approach totally fails.

It's 102 degrees outside, and you're worried about the PSU hitting 102? Isn't electronics supposed to generate heat while they work anyway?
How did you even decide the PC was overheating "because of the power supply"? Is that actually the hottest part?

Bryan Taylor9 said:In short, it's pure propaganda. They hit all the usual beats: patriotism, the flag, the USA, family values... then they spice it up with plenty of gunfire and that classic American arrogance...

People keep claiming it’s not a typical Bay film, but please, it totally is—it just doesn't have Transformers ☕

Honestly, if the movie had focused a bit more on the ambassador and his specific story, it might have actually been interesting, like this 🥱

I mean, seriously? If you take away an American's home, their flag, their country, and their family... then there’s just no movie left to make. How can you even film anything without that foundation?
What’s even crazier? It looks like that actually works for them. They manage to keep the value of their machinery up just by using that "fuel." Can you believe that?
Around here, that whole patriotic surge mostly fizzled out once the immediate threat disappeared. Our neighbors? They didn't even blink—they just tossed the flag and those big ideals aside without a second thought and ran for the hills.
It’s basically an art form, isn't it? Keeping a huge chunk of the population constantly revved up with that kind of "fuel," even when there isn't a single real reason for it—other than some vague American interests scattered all over the globe. Honestly, they do this all the time for domestic consumption, and I never really buy into it. For me, it's just flashy, colorful action scenery. If it works for them, who am I to argue? I just watch the movie as is.

If this movie actually focused on the Ambassador and his version of events, it would just be selling us some classic American smoke and mirrors. His "heartfelt story" is nothing more than a convenient little piece of a much larger master plan—one that we definitely wouldn't want to get a look at.
Look, if a movie is about mercenaries, that’s the whole point. Everything else is just background noise you accept so you can actually enjoy the show. Honestly, since we can't seem to sell those massive "preachy" movies about modern conflicts anymore, the industry has pivoted. Now, they've specialized in these gritty stories about small-scale players and their specific fates. It's become its own niche. We get endless movies about snipers, mercs, high-stakes missions, or embassy sieges, and even the Marine types. It’s the same pattern as those reality shows and series about chefs, nurses, or firefighters. You get what you signed up for, right?

Grace Fowler37 Asks:
The movie was a tragedy, but what they did to a once-organized country is an even bigger disaster. Honestly, they should just go ahead and do the same thing to the USA.

Man, if only things had been more stable over there. 🤷Look, if they had actually made it functional—if they’d managed to establish some kind of fragile "balance" or organization (honestly, I'm not even sure which word fits better) in regions that didn't even grasp the concept of a state or an organized body until recently—then maybe we'd be talking. But this? They just created a brand new flashpoint for instability right on the doorstep of Europe. And let’s be real, having a chaotic mess like that so close to our allies isn't exactly what the US wants right now, is it?
I just can't wrap my head around their exit strategy. Everywhere they've stepped foot to deal with some "undesirable" society that doesn't fit their little worldview, they just screw everything up. They wreck the entire ecosystem and leave behind a total disaster, yet somehow they always act like they don't have an elegant way to wrap things up. How does that even work?

I'm honestly dying to see what kind of movies come out about Syria. There are just a million different angles to play with, not to mention all the countries involved... I bet we're going to get a million different versions of the "truth," right?

They’ve got all sorts of gear out there, like stuff with LSA terminals, but most of it is expensive as hell—honestly, you're better off just buying a good pair of crimpers instead.
That said, I wouldn't go flying blindly into a setup like this, especially for situations like:
A junction box

therefore toolless, a sealed box (though I’d probably hit it with some silicone or hot glue myself), isn't breaking the bank...
But everyone keeps overlooking one massive point: that cable is running between two buildings, right? So I'm assuming it was hanging in the air, not just tossed on the ground. Ethernet cable isn't designed to be self-supporting, and the whole point of these connectors is to ensure a standard Ethernet connection, not to act as a structural support for something that was never meant to hang over a long span.
So, what, are we just supposed to use some kind of guy wire or something??

Tyler Nguyen2 said:SPOILERS FOR GOLF 2

There's one massive logic gap that absolutely ruined the movie for me. It's that scene where they get absolutely hammered by those mortars. Seriously, why didn't the attackers—for lack of a better term—just use mortars from the jump? Or any other heavy hardware they could've easily picked up or snatched at the market at the start of the film? Instead of leveling the fortification right away, they just waste lives playing target practice and relying on those ridiculous car bombs and other stupid tactics.

If I remember that scene right, there were only maybe 3 or 4 mines used alongside the mortar (which doesn't really prove much, I guess...)
Since we're talking about a ragtag group, their aim seemed almost too precise for my liking...
Keep in mind, since Muammar Gaddafi had only just started drawing lines for a "modern" Libya, the borders back then were basically just coast-to-coast, and deep inland, everyone just did whatever they wanted. It’s likely that outside the urban areas, those ancient tribal structures were still very much in charge.
That tribal setup just morphed into neighborhood or street gangs taking advantage of the lawlessness and all the available weapons. The headquarters was in some house where they got ambushed, while other neighborhoods were clearly ruled by different crews. It looks like the only "common" ally the Americans had was some 17th-century style vibe... their ultimate goal was basically just looting an attractive car; forget all that ideology stuff.

The actual attack tactics are pretty predictable: a mob charging in, guys firing rifles "from the hip" without any real military training, and the peak of their tactical genius being ducking behind a pillar. They're all way too young, and that initial success with the ambassador just pumps up the euphoria....
Could they have used handheld launchers more and charged around like Bat Živojinović less?
Sure, but who's to say they even knew how to handle a launcher properly, especially when they're wielding rifles like they're nothing more than glorified sticks?
My real issue is that the attackers felt too much like "junkies from the dark days of Harlem": from their outfits to the way they moved and acted, they felt more like that than modern jihadists...
Swap the scenery and you've got an authentic version of a "raid on a police station."

Anyway, I honestly thought this would be just another one of those Steven and Dolf movies, but surprisingly, lately there's been more of these "small," underrated films that actually manage to teleport the viewer right into the scene.
Basically, they avoided the trap of big words and grand ideas, though Americans can't seem to help themselves with that stuff and pathetic shots of the flag over ruins: this time they were obsessing over paying tribute to mercenaries???

The old rule still holds true: if you don't have an efficient fan, your laser printer is toast...
I mean, manufacturers aren't exactly running charities here, right? Who’s going to buy their stuff if they keep making reliable, heavy-duty, overbuilt machines? When I tracked down a decent, used Brother HL series, I ditched those "toasters" with toner capacities the size of a pea. Honestly, those cheap things almost had me gripping the paper just to stay sane...
With Microsoft solutions, the real issue is that they basically just slap a "multipurpose" sticker on a basic printer and call it a day. It's not like the whole thing was engineered from scratch to last. They design them for SOHO users who barely touch them, but then we come along and push them way past their limits.
Plus, every few months, some "breakthrough" inkjet multifunction unit hits the market, marketed as this rugged, budget-friendly office beast. In reality? Most of them die the second the warranty expires, even if you baby them with genuine ink. What’s the point of "low running costs" when the internal mechanics feel as flimsy as a Hershey's egg...

I mean, it happens on pretty much every toner...

So, from what I can see, you get separate settings for both the 2.4 and 5 GHz bands. You basically just decide which one becomes the guest network and whether those guests get access to your local network or not... and that's pretty much it!

It’s not really about the brands, honestly. The first thing that jumps to mind is just finding a device that can spin up two separate networks—even if they're just virtual ones—so you can set unique authorization for each. If a dual-band setup handles that, great, but certain models from Cisco or Ubiquiti can actually pull that off on a single frequency too. The catch? You really need to know how to program them, though you can always pay someone to handle the heavy lifting. I know plenty of local coffee shops pick those up specifically because they offer that level of granular control, whereas your typical "off-the-shelf" consumer gear is pretty stingy with the settings.
The bottom line is that a dual-band setup with a wider range usually means a faster connection, and it'll likely face less interference from standard devices nearby. That said, more frequencies mean more chances to run into "noise," which can weaken the signal sooner. You can't really guess this stuff blindly, right? You know your space better than anyone, so the smartest move would be to have a pro come out and take a look in person. It beats wasting money on hardware that doesn't fit your specific situation.

Another option is to hook up a used router from an ISP to your main network and just use it as a dedicated guest access point. That way, everything else stays tucked away behind your own password on your original network. Just wait for a pro to confirm if that's a good call for your setup, since I haven't personally tried it...

Unless that mobile app has some kind of user/password authorization setup...
If you're just using those standard "home" routers you get from providers like Comcast, you're probably stuck unless you want to invest. Honestly? It’s a little risky to be running your home connection, your business connection, and an open Wi-Fi for the cafe all on one "dumb" device (which is what you've got, if I'm following you right).
I think for your own peace of mind—and for the sake of your business, since this cafe actually brings in money and shouldn't be costing you a fortune—the smartest move is to grab a Cisco or something similar. Have someone set up separate networks on it for you. It'll cost you maybe a few hundred bucks, and everyone does it...

Look, a Sempron with 1 GB of RAM running Windows 7 (hopefully the 32-bit version, because 64-bit is just beating a dead horse here) is barely enough to run... well, Windows itself...
Now, you could try making life easier by ditching the antivirus, but let's be real: cleaning out junk is just standard maintenance for any PC. In this extreme case, it might be the difference between "working" and "total meltdown," but I don't see the point in constantly "fixing" it just to keep it breathing.
Keep in mind that these kinds of setups were sold as "perfect for web browsing" a few years back. Back when that actually made sense? Sure. But nowadays, when you rarely stumble upon a simple static HTML page without Java JavaScript, Flash, and a million other scripts hunting you down on every single site, that's just not true anymore. Add to that the constant swapping on what’s probably a painfully slow, fragmented ancient hard drive, and you've got a weak processor struggling to juggle it all...
Besides, the main goal for this PC is browsing (and Skype, if I understood correctly, which everyone keeps running in the tray and chokes the system, whether it works or not). It's crystal clear that trying to clean the system with one anti-this or anti-that is basically a Sisyphus task. Browsing is inherently designed to pile up digital trash on your system. So, you're operating right on the edge of usability, spending three times longer cleaning the system than you actually spend using it just so you can do it all again tomorrow.
And we're talking about a user who's likely an older person. They usually stick to a routine and repetitive habits, yet they're being forced to perform regular system maintenance just to get basic functionality out of it. 🤷Good luck with that (I have someone like that at home—she's actually pretty sharp, which makes it even more frustrating)

Generally speaking, Windows XP isn't an option software-wise anymore since half of everything refuses to run on it. Windows 7 32-bit might limp along somehow, though I'd try to scavenge at least one more stick of 1 GB RAM. A clean install with all the fancy nonsense like Aero and other useless services or apps turned off is the way to go. I also read somewhere that Windows 8.1 actually runs snappier than 7 in these situations, though I haven't tested it myself.
The computer needs to be tuned just to hit that imaginary "basic functionality" mark, but you have to realize you're already planning for its inevitable decline. How long will it last? It's already struggling to keep up. "Standard browsing" today is much closer to heavy multimedia than some lightweight device acting as a home server running Linux...

Look, you aren't going to get much out of this thing if you keep overthinking it. This platform is ancient: a weak CPU and barely any RAM means even Windows 7 is going to struggle to stay afloat.
If the kernel itself is eating up all your resources, there’s nothing left for the actual useful stuff, like your AV and everything else. Even just opening a browser these days is a resource hog because everything loads "live"—you know, the ads, the dynamic content, videos, photos... it's just way too heavy for a weak machine like this. Honestly, having a super slow hard drive probably won't help either; constant swapping due to the lack of RAM is just going to kill it...

Joshua Ramos14 said:Bummer, there's no Wi-Fi. 😁

I just need a printer that won't die on me after printing maybe 1,000 pages—or even two years of light use. I'm not looking for some heavy-duty industrial beast for that. And honestly, since I'm shopping here in the States, I don't mind dropping $100 or $200 to get it right.$100 Honestly, I don't care if it goes back to the manufacturer or whatever. If something breaks, that warranty is my safety net. So what if they just hand me a brand-new unit in a year? I'm totally fine with that. Who cares?

Michael Jackson10
What do you think about that HP?

Look, you basically said it all yourself. What else is there to ask?
Look, if you want a printer with a tiny footprint, just get one. Why would you want to be stuck managing some massive, bulky piece of junk taking up all your desk space for no reason?
So, I've got this thing where it's barely printing anything at all, and when it actually does? It’s totally random. Just tiny little bursts of pages at weird intervals. Anyone else dealt with this nonsense?
It’s gotta have WiFi. Seriously, how else are you supposed to get anything done?
Got plenty of supplies on hand!
So, what's the deal with compatibility? Is everything actually going to work together?

Look, this thing is basically entry-level laser tech. The only reason the price tag is pushed up to $750 is because of that WiFi feature—and hey, whether you actually need it or not is totally up to you. If you’re looking at places like Best Buy or Amazon, you might even see it go higher once you factor in shipping. Honestly? It’s such a small purchase that I wouldn't waste my energy stressing over it. Why spend five days researching when you could just grab it and get to work? Hopefully, it pays for itself after that first toner cartridge, or maybe just find a new career path!
It’s not like this is some massive capital investment that requires us to dive deep into economic theory or start preaching about renewable "marathon runners." Sure, those guys have their place, but they don't belong in this conversation. Why overcomplicate things?

When you look at the HP 1000 series—whether you're grabbing one of those GDI models or one with its own built-in processor—it’s basically the same story. They probably all run on the exact same engine anyway. I used to have one of these units, and honestly? The toner capacity looks tiny compared to how big the cartridge actually is. But does it even matter? Not really. If you aren't printing like a maniac, the difference in cost per page is practically nonexistent. I mean, unless you're cranking out 2,000 pages a month, you aren't going to see any real impact on your wallet. Why sweat the small stuff?

Just one little tip for you: when you aren't using it, pull the paper out and shut that tray or cover tight. These models without a proper tray—or even just a lid—have this one annoying flaw. Over time, dust and junk just settle inside. Then, once you power it up, it sucks all that grit right into the drum. Suddenly, your entire toner life is ruined by random little dots all over your pages. I learned this the hard way in a super dusty workspace, but it happens more than you'd think with heavy use. This thing chewed through tons of paper with manual duplexing, dealing with everything from jammed sheets to stray staples. Now? It’s basically just my backup printer for the occasional errand.

hollowmarlin27 said:Not really. $200

You get a starter toner that's rated for about 500 pages. Just a heads-up though—once you hit that 500-page mark, this specific cartridge isn't meant to be refilled. It’s strictly for those first few hundred prints!
Do you have a toner kit for him? $17 Looking to get 2 runs of 500 copies?
You can also grab a replacement toner for him that hits anywhere from 1,000 to 1,500 pages for about $100. Not bad, right? $50.

You know, once you pop a third-party toner cartridge into that HP LaserJet P1102W, just consider your warranty dead and buried. Seriously, why even bother? And if you think you can flip that printer for a decent profit after burning through the starter toner and swapping in some cheap refill? Good luck with that. Who's actually going to hand over $150 for a used machine that's been running on knock-off ink? Not happening. $67

So, what did you pull out of your wallet today? $267 And just like that, you're down over $800 in two months? Seriously? $50 Maybe try putting it on a Diner's Club card? And if you really need to clear that credit card balance, you could always just try to scrape together as much cash as possible. $67.

That’s all I’ve got on this topic.

If all I need is black and white printing, why would I even bother with those ink-jet fanatics? I'm skipping them every single time.
If you're only looking at a duty cycle of a few hundred pages a year, I’m officially ruling out the inkjet crowd. Again. Honestly, you can leave toner sitting around for a century and it'll still print perfectly fine. Why deal with the headache of printing regular test pages just to stop the nozzles from clogging or to save the print head? No thanks. I don't need all that extra maintenance nonsense in my life.
Look, that starter toner they give you? It’s basically built for testing, but honestly, in this case, it might actually last you nearly two years of printing. And all that talk about third-party toners voiding your warranty? Total nonsense. I’ve been running lasers for about 15 years now, and after the first year, I switch exclusively to compatibles. Between my last two printers, I’ve put out over 200,000 pages. I’ve gone through enough toner to fill a small moving van! Out of all that, I ran into exactly one factory defect on a cartridge—one quick claim and I had a fresh replacement. Why stress about it?
Honestly, you can squeeze about 80 to 100 decent pages out of any toner just by giving it a good shake once it starts fading. Plus, if you're just doing standard office work, you can usually count on getting about 10% more prints than what's actually listed on the box. I mean, who isn't happy with extra pages for free?
Look, factory replacement toners—you know, the ones where you aren't messing around with loose powder yourself—actually give you quality that's pretty much on par with the originals. Why bother with those cheap refill services? They usually just end up leaving you with a total mess and black smudge marks everywhere. Not worth the headache, right?
HP is pretty much the gold standard for business here in the States. I mean, the software support? Top-tier. And you can grab toner for an HP at basically any local convenience store or big-box retailer. It’s just not like dealing with Samsung, Xerox, or OKI. Don't even get me started on ink—you either deal with those annoying chip restrictions or end up stuck waiting forever for decent third-party refills to actually hit the market. Why make life harder than it needs to be?
These little compact "toaster" printers are honestly the sweet spot if you want to save desk space without sacrificing print quality or speed. They’re super easy to use for those random, one-off tasks that pop up. Look, let's be real—the tech isn't exactly cutting-edge anymore, but who expects a tiny machine like this to handle a heavy duty cycle of 10,000 pages a month? That’s just not what they were built for. Besides, spending maybe $100 or so is a total steal when you consider how much they actually get done for a small home office setup. Isn't that worth it?
Besides, you aren't going to find any "real," heavy-duty laser without some kind of cooling fan, and that’s a whole different conversation entirely.

Honestly, there’s just zero competition or real alternatives around here. It's basically a "take it or leave it" situation. If the requirements were actually different—say, if you needed massive print volumes and a solid USB connection—then we could talk about looking at some heavy-duty refurbished lasers like an HP 1320 or something similar. Those machines are the last generation of true hardware, you know? They’re built like tanks, they never quit, and you can basically rebuild them from the ground up with spare parts. But based on what's actually being asked for right now? That's not the case. And let's be real, you shouldn't be overthinking these tiny little purchases...

Thomas Peterson7 said:I need an office PC for web browsing, Office apps, and one lightweight accounting program. I stumbled upon this build:

1 x AMD Athlon x4 5350, AM1, box
1 x ASUS AM1M-A (AM1,DDR3,USB 3.0,SATA III,mATx) DVI,VGA
1 x KINGSTON 4GB 1866MHz DDR3L CL11 DIMM 1.35V HyperX FURY Black
1 x SanDisk Z400s 256GB SSD, 2.5” 7mm, SATA 6 Gbit/s - 60mj
1 x MODECOM Loki Case, MINI, black
1 x Power Supply 300W, LC POWER Silver Shield Pro-Line Series LC7300 ATX V2.3/EPS 12V 80 PLUS, 120mm fan, PFC

$632

What do you think? My budget can go higher, but I don't think I need anything beefier given my needs...

This setup is definitely a bit of a mess: it’s basically HTPC parts stuffed into an "adult" computer body.
Since I tend to be a bit of a maximalist, I wouldn't suggest changing too much—crimsonstag84's configuration is actually fine. Just a heads up though: that AMD chip is going to hit a wall pretty fast. It feels like it was designed for totally different tasks, maybe more like tablet/phablet duties with a little extra juice, so its peak performance is pretty limited.
For what you want to do, an Intel solution is honestly a better bet. Why? Because the priorities are just different. Accounting software is usually poorly written; at best, they focus on ease of use (rarely), and mostly they just care about function and fitting whatever weird UI changes come their way. They aren't optimized for anything.
Usually, these things are built with basic tools and rely on external components for reports and stuff—it's all very user-level rather than developer-level. As a result, you end up with an app that isn't heavy on resources, but when you actually need it (like when you're generating massive spreadsheets), having a processor with decent peak performance is a lifesaver. Don't confuse multitasking with just having a bunch of windows open that aren't doing anything; a ton of cores won't help if they're just idling away...

Bottom line? Run away from this one. You'll outgrow it before you know it (speaking as a user), so take a look at those other Intel builds instead.

One tiny note for the "builders" here: if price is the main goal, stay away from cheap "gaming" components. In a professional setting, it looks super unprofessional. Plus, their main selling points—lots of space, cable management room, and especially those huge mesh holes for cooling (especially without filters...)—are totally useless for this. These workstations usually sit there for their entire lifespan without ever being opened (unless something breaks). Aside from the power button, the user won't even know it exists. Space utilization is less than 20%...
Basically, it'll just create noise through those big vents. Cooling is never the priority here, and it'll end up looking like your little nephew is over to play a round of Minecraft during his lunch break... there are plenty of solid, "sealed" cases in this price range too..

James Thomas80 said:I managed to get everything installed and converted using CutePDF, but I'm hitting that same wall as those online converters. For some reason, titles—and sometimes images or captions—end up shifted left or right compared to how they look in Word. It's probably a formatting glitch since the sizes don't match the rest of the text, so the layout engine just misreads where things should sit.

Either way, this makes my life way easier since it beats waiting on slow web uploads. I’ll just manually nudge the headers until they actually look right. It’ll take a little extra effort, sure, but still way faster than fighting with an online tool.

Honestly, I think the root issue is just how Word handles content formatting. I've seen plenty of cases where perfectly formatted text gets totally trashed when you import it into another app or convert it to a PDF.
The trick is probably being super strict with your Word setup. Use the toolbar for centering, stick to tabs for indenting, and then run the conversion. If things go sideways, at least the mess will be "consistent," right?

I gave it a shot in LibreOffice, and the tabs and centering seem to hold up fine across different fonts. Not totally sure about the images and captions yet, though...

darkowl72 said:You’ll find all kinds of companies and so-called "experts" out there. In my long career, I’ve seen it all. IT guys can be incredibly frustrating because you’ve got one group that actually doesn't have a clue what they're doing, and another group that’s just trying to bleed the customer dry. Asking around on a forum—assuming you actually find someone smart enough to listen—isn't being cheap or unprofessional. It's about making sure you don't get fleeced by some guy charging you a fortune for a "turnkey" cosmic solution that's really just a bunch of rebranded Visual Basic apps running on Windows 7, like you mentioned above...

That way, at least you have a rough idea if someone is trying to rip you off or not... 🤷

I’d say all five reasons apply, but in this specific case, you really need to know exactly what you're looking for first. Maybe you already have a quote for a "total package" or hardware prices, so you can come here and check if they're overcharging you or selling you overkill equipment. Because once the deal is done, you're stuck with them for reinstalls and upgrades, so you better have your story straight...

wiredotter14 said:Is Windows 10 actually "worse" when it comes to running older apps?
Specifically, I'm talking about those accounting programs that run on MS-DOS which work fine on Windows 7.

Personally, I’d leave things exactly as they are as long as they're working. The next logical step would be getting new gear, new software, and maybe the last truly stable MS operating system. Other stuff eventually forces your hand for an upgrade: Java, security certificates, the IRS, all that... Windows 7 is still a viable OS, and according to Microsoft, it should be supported through 2020.
Even if the software runs perfectly, your biggest headache might end up being legacy hardware. You know, printer compatibility or how that specific program handles print jobs—those old DOS programs could be real picky about that. Again, the best bet is to talk directly to the person who originally built the software. Anyone else might struggle to get it dialed in. Of course, that developer will probably try to upsell you on a newer version... but why bother if your current setup works great and you aren't upgrading your hardware yet?