Windows 10: Install Technical Preview - you have to consider that

If you want to install the Windows 10 Technical Preview, there are a few things to consider. We will show you what is important.

Install Windows 10: virtual machine or correct?

You should generally install the preview of Windows 10 in a virtual machine. Even if the operating system receives constant updates, it is not yet suitable for productive use.
Even installing anti-virus software caused Windows to crash in the test. Even complex tasks sometimes cause the system to collapse.
If you have an old PC at your disposal, this is perfect for a first test of Windows 10. Even on somewhat dusty devices, Windows 10 usually runs faster than in the virtual machine.

The 32-bit version is sufficient for testing. It is highly recommended in the virtual machine because your computer must share its memory with the virtual machine.
If you install Windows 10 correctly on a computer, you can also use the 64-bit version. However, if you are not working productively with the system, this will not bring you any advantages.
The Windows 10 Technical Preview 32-bit is around 3 GB, the Windows 10 Technical Preview 64-bit around 4 GB.

The free VirtualBox is particularly suitable for installation in a virtual machine. Instructions for installation can be found in this practical tip.
In the virtual machine, you have the option to set the storage space for Windows 10. Select at least 15 GB here. If you would also like to install a few programs, you should also take these into account.
Note: If VirtualBox refuses to start the installation, go to the "System" category in the settings and deactivate the "Activate nested paging" option under the "Acceleration" tab.

If you install Windows 10 permanently on your computer, you must first create a new partition under Windows. If this does not happen, your current version of Windows will be lost.
Extract the contents of the downloaded installation to either an external hard drive or a USB stick. Alternatively, you can burn the ISO file to a DVD.
If you create a new partition for Windows 10, it should have enough space. After installing Windows 10, the hard drive is already filled with at least 12 GB.

The installation and setup of Windows 10 is no different from that of its predecessors. After installation, Windows will guide you through the setup.
There you can either accept the default options from Microsoft or protect your data by deactivating some functions.
At least in the preview of Windows 10, a Microsoft account is mandatory. If you want to set up your computer with a classic account, simply disconnect from the Internet before or after installation. Windows automatically detects the missing connection and offers you a local account.

Windows 10 comes with many new features. We have already tested most of them and explain them to you in the following practical tips:

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In the next practical tip, we will tell you when the official version of Windows 10 will be released.