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I have windows 10 pro on my spare machine and have been warming up to it quite a bit lately. ive been a 7 user for years and have been reluctant to change the OP on my main machine. that said, which one should I get? and how much should I expect to pay?
 
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Any of the 64-bit versions.  But if all you do is gaming and the occasional browsing, then the home edition will be sufficient.  The PRO version just offers more language support and a few other things targeted to the business owners.  There's really no need for it unless you specifically use those items or want windows in 40 different languages ^_^.   As for pricing, I generally use newegg as my starting ball park and search around that price range to see if i can find better deals.  Never seen anything for less than 1/2 of newgg's price in the same condition (i.e new).  So if you're finding a key for significantly less its probably not legit or going to remain legit for long. 

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XrayMan

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ok. I just reinstalled windows 7. activated it. ran the media creation tool for win 10. and its stuck on "getting updates' for hours now. do I need to update 7 first? I cant even install my video card drivers yet

Never check the checkbox to install updates during a Windows 10 upgrade. Let it grab the updates normally after the install.

You don't need to install 7 to install 10 either. You can install 10 1607 via DVD or USB and insert your Windows 7/8 key when prompted. No key needed when your motherboard remembers your 7/8 key in the firmware.

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No need for Pro if you won't use the features. However for a few dollars apart at the locations I posted in the Hot Deals section, feel free to get either.