Classic 7 Mod Makes Windows 10 LTSC Look Exactly Like Windows 7

If you're still mourning the death of Windows 7's Start menu and hate Live Tiles with a passion, here's some good news. A modder has released Classic 7, a modification that turns Windows 10 LTSC into a pixel-perfect copy of Windows 7. Yes, down to the animations and sounds.

The mod only works with the LTSC edition (probably because the developer also got tired of removing Candy Crush) and is applied to a clean image. After installation, you get more than just a skin: the Start menu, taskbar, File Explorer — everything feels like the good old days. They even brought back desktop gadgets! However, you'll have to sacrifice some newer features like dark theme and UWP app support.

The developer claims the mod doesn't affect performance or security, but we'd recommend scanning your system for malware after installation. Messing with system files is like upgrading your BIOS blindfolded. But if you really want that nostalgic look and are willing to give up modern UI — why not?

METABYTE studio comment: Nostalgia is a powerful drug, but we'd advise investing in modern solutions rather than clinging to the past. Though if your business software only runs on Windows 7 and you're not ready to upgrade, this is better than nothing.