Windows 7 or Vista - Page 3

RandyWayne · #21 01-30-2012, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by forgivenson

anything is prefferable to Vista. Vista was flawed from day one. It should have been recalled and replaced free of charge on all of the computers that were sold new with such a horendous operating system. But then....I believe Vista is the 'death-rattle' of the entire 'windows' operating system. If Microsoft does not advance with modern technology, they will be left behind in history along with the 8-track tape. The smart-phone in your pocket has a superior operating system to ANY windows based platform. And on another note.....what virus-scan are you required to have for your phone or your I-pad? Hmmmmm

My TI calculator doesn't require virus scans either, does that mean it is superior? The ipad simply cannot handle multiple things going on at once, other then music in the background, which precluded most viruses from working or having an active hook into anything.

As far as memory requirements, 4 gigs is truly the sweet spot for Win7 64-bit. I have 8 myself (soon to be 16) but I use one of the few applications which actually uses it, Photoshop.

seekerman · #22 01-30-2012, 01:52 PM

Windows 98SE

RandyWayne · #23 01-30-2012, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by seekerman

Windows 98SE

Have the CD. Shoot, I have the original 13 disk (that is 3.5 inch floppies) of Windows 3.11

forgivenson · #24 01-30-2012, 01:57 PM

Randy, let's see how you feel in 2 years. I seriously doubt we will be using these antiques.

seekerman · #25 01-30-2012, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by RandyWayne

Have the CD. Shoot, I have the original 13 disk (that is 3.5 inch floppies) of Windows 3.11

I think I still have them also....just in case.

RandyWayne · #26 01-30-2012, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by seekerman

I think I still have them also....just in case.

One never does know!

CC1 · #27 01-30-2012, 04:20 PM

Absolutely 7 over VISTA. As someone else mentioned Vista was glitchy.

Crackerjack said they changed the name from Vista to 7 but it was not just a name change. It is a new operating system.

Also keep in mind that Microsoft will only support old operating systems for a limited number of years and VISTA is now several years out of date.

Because things change so fast I do not recommend buying used computers unless they are just an absolute bargain. New desktops and laptops can be found for under $300 now and really good ones for under $600.

crakjak · #28 01-30-2012, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by crakjak

Seven is actually an upgrade of Vista, so it is much better. Vista had a few problems, they changed the name to 7.

Yes, 7 in a new operating system, but it was essentially a remake of Vista. Vista had so many problems that they had to get rid of the name. At least, that is what a very knowledgeable IT tech told me. I bought a new computer just before 7 was released, it came with Vista and a free upgrade to 7. I believe the upgrade keep much of the Vista system.

Anyway, that's my understanding, but I could be wrong.

NorCal · #29 01-31-2012, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by CC1

Absolutely 7 over VISTA. As someone else mentioned Vista was glitchy.

Crackerjack said they changed the name from Vista to 7 but it was not just a name change. It is a new operating system.

Also keep in mind that Microsoft will only support old operating systems for a limited number of years and VISTA is now several years out of date.

Because things change so fast I do not recommend buying used computers unless they are just an absolute bargain. New desktops and laptops can be found for under $300 now and really good ones for under $600.

I spend about 300 just on a video card. But then again, I build a top of the line computer in 2000 and it lasted until 2009. If you only spend 300 it will only last you about 3 years. Just keep that in mind.

Cindy · #30 01-31-2012, 11:52 AM

Is it best to buy from a retail store or direct from a company, like Dell? I prefer Dell computers.