Keep Windows 8.1 or install 7

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Recently I purchased a Gigabyte p34v2 cf2 laptop which comes stock with windows 8.1.
found here:
http://www.xoticpc.com/gigabyte-p34gv2cf2-p-7158.html

I was wondering whether I should remove windows 8.1 and install windows 7.
What are the pros and cons of each OS?
Although I have heard the mobile interface of windows 8.1 sucks but you can download programs that help make it manageable (like adding a start button)
 
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windows 8.1 will give a increase in gaming performance. On some games it will be no difference and some low and on some low-medium difference - if it made sense
windows 7 really is just more user friendly
if u want 8.1 to look more like 7 then you shold try this popular program - http://www.classicshell.net/
 
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So is windows 8.1 really as bad as people make it out to be?
 
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Since it's purely opinion, that's entirely up to you. You're not asking an objective question.
 
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Hard to say, some hate it, some love it. I like it
 
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People just complained about the looks of it for the most part.
 
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I like it. And do not miss the start menu at all. Boot directly to the desktop, oft used applications pinned to the taskbar.

Start menu? No need for it.
 
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