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2nd Nov 2009, 00:50
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I am having a new desktop built since my laptop is causing so much problems these days. I am being asked if I want W7 or XP installed and I haven't got a clue, out here where I have come across few people running W7, some say that W7 is as slow as the dreaded Vista (which I removed from the laptop to replace with XP). Cost is not an issue since both are the same to have installed, would very much appreciate some comment/advice. I don't use for design or gaming just normal surfing, downloading video etc.
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2nd Nov 2009, 00:58
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Vista isn't slow, 7 isn't slow, and XP is a 8 year old operating system. There's no reason not to run 7.
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2nd Nov 2009, 01:21
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OK so why does Vista take so long to load ?
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2nd Nov 2009, 01:46
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Well, if that's your definition of 'slow', then it might be true, but considering the amount of beneficial services over XP, there's a reason it takes longer. The hard drive is going to be the major 'slow' part for most systems anyway, and of course an 8 year old OS is going to load much better on an older hard drive than a newer OS.
If waiting about 10-20 seconds longer for the OS to start at maximum is the overriding concern, then 7 isn't going to change anything for you. If you want the features that Vista and 7 provide, like better search & indexing, better Explorer navigation, zero config, improved interface, Homegroups, etc etc that's the price you pay (or you could just get a new hard drive or SSD).
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"I loved the P182 so much that, when my wife's system was all noisy and needed all sorts of cleaning, I bought her one. Then, when I wanted a cat, I bought a P182. The P182 is not a cat per se, but it's still an excellent buy."
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#5
2nd Nov 2009, 03:23
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Thank you for an excellent post.
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2nd Nov 2009, 13:19
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I'm in favour of Windows 7.
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It has the performance of XP with the features of Vista, there is no reason not to get it. My System: xX_TeK_GaMeR_Xx
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2nd Nov 2009, 15:08
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7, easy choice. It's modern and useful. XP is showing its age now and is becoming less worthy by the day.
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#8
2nd Nov 2009, 15:53
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OK thanks I have been convinced
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5th Nov 2009, 11:46
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Windows XP has been a proven performer for many years. It is reliable and fast. What else do you need?
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5th Nov 2009, 13:45
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I'm sorry but Windows 7 trounces XP. XP is old and rusty now. Windows 7 has better memory management, better power management, more features, more user friendly, faster and is far better than Vista will ever be.
It's better than XP, easily. Why bog down a new system with an 8 year old operating system? |
