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mountainmom5
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2009 18:47
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Are you all using Vista or XP for your computers??
I am looking at getting a new laptop - only to discover that Microsoft no longer makes XP... However I can get XP installed for additional cost so was wondering if anyone has any pros and cons with Vista versus XP.
Especially for internet marketing, web building etc... have you had any problems with Vista??
TIA!
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2009 20:09
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Hi Mountain,
Vista Home Premium has been working fine for me without any issues whatsoever since last summer.
Just make sure you check out compatibility issues for what ever software you have or plan on getting.
Glad you're getting a new computer. Be sure to get tons of ram, especially if you go the Vista route. I suggest at least two gigs minimum but get three or four if you can. Ram is one of the least expensive ways to improve performance.
Have fun,
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samueldarwin
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2009 21:27
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well, I use XP and it sounds good. I don't use Vista. I never used and it is hard for me to switch from XP.
XP satisfies all my needs.
mountainmom5: Especially for internet marketing, web building etc... have you had any problems with Vista??
I met no problem with XP for internet marketing. I use Firefox for browsing and doing all other stuffs and I use MS frontpage for website building...
Sam
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mountainmom5
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2009 23:31
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Thanks NS - that gives me more confidence. I have used XP for so long and change and me get along about like cats and dogs so we will take yet another bull by the horns... I AM excited though to be getting a new one as I have four kids that I am sharing my PC with right now, and I get tired of chasing them off.
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Sonni
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# Posted: 1 Mar 2009 00:26
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I'm on XP right now and don't even want to think about switching to Vista or anything else. But my PC is old and it's not even mine lol.
However, it seems like mine since I'm the only one who uses it and I'm on it too many hours to count. IM is time consuming.
Sonni
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A8ch
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# Posted: 1 Mar 2009 11:56
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I use Vista Home Premium - no problems since December 2007. I use it every day, hours at a time and it has been responsive and stable. My applications run smoothly and are available much more quickly.
I appreciate...
- the impoved security features
- the multiple ways available to perform the same action
- the ease with which a wireless network can be set up
- the ease with which files can be transferred from an old computer
- the ability to organize photos and music
- the system-wide search capability
- the system restore feature
- the thumbnail images that show on the task bar of open documents (in addition to their names)
- the document preview feature which lets you see what's in a document without having to open it first
- and so much more
Plus, it has an overall modern look with translucent window edges, menus that fade away when closed, and subtle shadows around dialog boxes and windows. It's pretty cool.
I did have to adjust to the new navigation, but now I've got that under my belt, locating my files and programs is a breeze. I simply enjoy using this product.
Hermas
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WealthyWAHM
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# Posted: 1 Mar 2009 20:10
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I have XP on my desktop and Vista on my laptop... I still sort of favor XP. :p
Vista came pre-installed on my laptop and it seems to freeze up my screen from time to time- something that never happens to me with XP- but at this point, that's my only complaint.
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