WOW!
I didn't expect useful responses so soon, nor suggestions that worked..! (You know, this site is such a bleepin' wonderful site.)
MoxieMomma ("BC Advisor"), you are the king. I don't know if you will be returning to read, but for the benefit of others who may be interested:
"Many websites will not allow access to outdated, insecure systems running outdated versions of Windows and/or outdated browsers (you don't mention which versions of which browsers you are using)."
I've never had an issue with any website that has restricted functionality (or, I presume, access) because of my creaking old Win 7 system. As you correctly surmised, indeed some browsers are not updated. Whenever something is updated, more often than not a price is paid when the new version puts the kibosh on a formerly terrific part of the program. I realize there is risk involved with not updating, but the agony of having to fix what happens after updates has been painfully repeated too often.
"I suspect it will only get worse with time."
Well, thanks for that depressing supposition, but you are only too correct.
"I hope you make regular backups of your system and data, to help recover from malware, ransomware, identity theft or data loss."
I promised myself to make monthly backups, but the last backup was performed so many months ago. (Hey, is it my fault that time passes so swiftly?) I very much appreciated this beneficial kick in the pants.
"The free upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10 is still available. Although support for Win10 will end in October 2025."
Since 2025 will be here before we know it, as well as who knows what headaches an upgrade may bring (existing programs possibly not working anymore), I suppose the best solution will be to get a new system. I keep hearing about how the newer versions of Windows present their own problems, but the decision to be more up-to-date is inevitable.
MoxieMomma, thank you so much for your very valuable input. I really appreciated it.
Now for my second...
WOW!
Louis (Hamlius) I remember you from the rare times I've stopped by, and am aware of what a good man you are. Yet your offering was simply amazing. It was exactly what I needed. I cannot express my gratitude enough... thank you so much.
Far as your question, Cryptodan, the loss of the one website that spurred me to reach out for help allows access to older TV shows and films that comes in handy when I perform research.
And, oh, hello, Mike_Walsh! (Your comment came in as I was wrapping up.) Thank you so much for shedding light on that business about Comodo not bowing to the restrictions set by Avast. I was curious about why that would be so, and it was very good of you to shed light. From your signature, I gather the reason why you have quit Windows is because of Linux, and one may only envy your technical expertise and confidence to break free of the dominating grip of Microsoft.
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Edited by Upbloat, 25 August 2023 - 03:51 PM.