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Microsoft Admits Windows 8.1 Update May Bork Your Mouse, Promises a Fix
MojoKid writes "Microsoft has several valid reasons why you should upgrade to Windows 8.1, which is free if you already own Windows 8. However, there's a known issue that might give some gamers pause before clicking through in the Windows Store. There have been complaints of mouse problems after applying the Windows 8.1 update, most of which have been related to lag in video games, though Microsoft confirmed there are other potential quirks. Acknowledging the problem, Microsoft says it's also actively investigating the issues and working on a patch."
I guess that's one way to get people to use the Metro touch interface.
Yeah, check the release note. Previously, you only had to fondle the dirty mouse balls. Now you need to suck the dirty mouse balls while rubbing the click wheel.
Do you even lift?
These aren't the 'roids you're looking for.
Windows 7-->Windows 8
-Faster boot times
-Better SSD support
-less ram used by OS
-storage spaces if you have a bunch of disparate disks and want data redundancy
Conclusion: Windows 8 has a tiny amount to offer.
Windows 7 or 8 -->Windows 8.1
- you can boot to your desktop so you never see "metro" if you don't like it.
- your mouse won't work.
Conclusion: Windows 8.1 is essential if you hate working for someone. "Mouse no worky, I'm going to lunch."
There's a patch here which fixes it, also speeds up your computer and makes it look a lot better.
Why bother fixing it? Just censor the problem like the other fruity company.
You're right, I never heard about Apple censoring their OS screwing up mice. They really censored that pretty well.
The shepherds did so well protecting the flock that the sheep no longer believed that wolves existed.