xp or vista ultimate??

zeroplasma SG

hey ~

im buying a new pc, getting it in 3 days. when i asked the shopkeeper to install vista, he said he din have the "no-need-buy" one, and he also commented how vista isnt compatible with some of our daily applications software. he said as far as networking is concerned, its slow, always suspects virus from other com (therefore terminating the connection) as far as p2p and local area network is concerned.

so i asked him to install xp for me, thinking i will install vista ultimate (my fren has the cd) later. i love to use it, but is what he says true? how many of u here are using vista/vista ultimate? is what he claims true? would be most thankful if u can list me the applications that is not compatible with vista. thanks Smile

ceecookie SG

Install Vista.

Actually if the program is not compatible wif Vista,u can run it in compatibility mode for XP Service Pack 2.

Go for Vista.even though new and a bit of flaws,the eye candies is worth it.

Dead_Man_Inc SG

So far I do not have this problem at all Wink

outlaw-2 SG

If possible refrain from using Vista until it has stabilised in the next 2-3 years. Try to keep using Windows XP or better, 2000 Pro. As much as Vista being one cocky OS of some sort, it's a ram hogger, even more than the XP. For example, if the XP swallows 256mb of ram, Vista will chug at about 512mb to 1gb of ram. Heck, XP will still be supported for the next 5 to 7 years, from what I've heard. But for now, I advise you to refrain from using the unstable Vista.

Just like Windows Me, Vista seemed rushed to the market, and looks like an add-on from XP instead of a refreshing new OS. At least XP started from scratch, and I could see that big difference between XP and 2000 Pro.

This is my point of view, but I can expect some people who would aim a finger at me for being not supportive to Vista, just because I advise not to at the moment until 2-3 years later.

Darkness_hacker99 SG

wrong forum leh..

the Bear SG

OSX

go get an Apple

0oohLaLa SG

hes just trying to clear his windows xp stock la

toyota-corolla SG

vista is one fuck up OS.

dont get ultimated. you will need a fucking high end spect for it.

sorry bout my language. i'm a vista user and cool. is sucks! Mad Mad

ifish SG

agree

mr_sotong SG

go linux.. Laughing

ndmmxiaomayi SG

1. He's right about the compatibility issue. Most programs would run correct when select to run in compatibility, but not all.

2. Whole load of crap. As far as networking is concerned, it's the way you tweak your PC. Also, if you are thinking of sharing files within your own local area network, be prepared to troubleshoot. Vista and other operating systems don't share files real well.

3. Virus issue isn't as common as XP, but doesn't mean there's none. As Vista is getting popular, you will get to see more viruses for Vista.

4. Don't get him to install XP for you. Since he has the "no-need-buy" version of Vista, chances are he will have the same version for XP as well. You could jolly well run into problems with Microsoft as well if he installs for you. Get your own XP disc.

Also, you aren't allowed to use your friend's disc to install Vista Ultimate, it's against the laws. If you want, you have to buy your own copy.

5. If your common list of Vista-compatible programs include games, then be prepared that the list is quite small.

In summary, if you are adventurous, go for it. If you aren't, stick to XP or older versions of Windows.

Better still, get an Apple or Linux.

ceecookie SG

If its Apple,

The decsicion is up to TS.
Would he support Microsoft or Apple? Laughing

aiglosicicle SG

i’ll wait for it to stabilise. besides as more and more people start using it more programs and games will be compatible with vista

zeroplasma SG

oh i guess i'll stick to xp then Rolling Eyes

but whats the req for ultimate?

FireIce SG

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