fuck that, windows 7 is far superior.
xp is being phased out of a lot of stuff, no point getting a new machine and crippling it with an old OS.
(PsychoChomp, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:30, 1 reply, 16 years ago)

No XP is not being phased out by a lot of stuff
unless you are a top end company who needs the very latest software to function most people will be fine on XP for another 3-5 years easily, by which time your laptop will be worth replacing anyway.
(Bazongaloid, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:33, Reply)

New versions of Direct X and silverlight aren't going to be compatible with xp anymore,
they're mainly used for gaming though.
(PsychoChomp, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:38, Reply)

Plus, if you're buying a new laptop it'll probably come with 7 preinstalled.
What's the point of rolling it back?
(PsychoChomp, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:41, Reply)

No gaming for me and I suppose I could get to grips with windows 7.

( girlinthehole, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:46, Reply)

7's really good, much prettier,
easier to use, safer, runs quick, seems to be stable so far. I can't think of a reason to go back to xp.
(PsychoChomp, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:50, Reply)

is it worth buying would you say?

( Vipros. clever got me this far, then tricky got me in, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:51, Reply)

Yeah, you can get an upgrade oem version for about £45-£50

(PsychoChomp, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:52, Reply)

I think it's worth getting on a new machine
but probably not upgrading your old one too. But i've never used it so my advice is based purely on my own bigoted opinions.
(Bazongaloid, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:53, Reply)

One of my computers is an old Toshiba A30
and with a ram upgrade to 1gb Windows 7 is faster than XP.
( Peej, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:55, Reply)

I got a free copy of 7 Professional through work
And its great, especially if you have a good screen resolution. I use it on my homemade tablet too. Ipad? HAhahahaha loadashite.
( Peej, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:53, Reply)

interesting mix of views there
I have vista at the moment, and it seems fine for what I use the computer for so will probably stick with it for the moment. if it starts to go shit then I'll change it I reckon
( Vipros. clever got me this far, then tricky got me in, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:56, Reply)

No seriously if you can get/afford windows 7 do it now
Will save you hassle in the long run. Vista is beyond shit.
( Peej, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:57, Reply)

I fucking hate Vista so much
it makes Montys hatred of Bowie look like a sloppy blowjob with a cuddle afterwards.
(Bazongaloid, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:57, Reply)

My job would almost be pleasurable if it were not for Vista
A steaming pile of fucking turd. Installing an AV will stop the fucking internet from working. Its ridiculous.
( Peej, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:59, Reply)

Folk at uni upgraded to 7 from Vista
Y'know, because Vista is so rubbish. I've got to say, it's far better to use. Looks better, and better functionality than Vista, and probably better than XP too.
(PenguinOfDeath is Scottish, and most likely angry, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:58, Reply)

see I've heard a lot of Vista is shit stuff
and I'm sure that everyone who says it is justified, it's just that it works perfectly well for me and my needs, so far at least.

To the extent that I'll probably only upgrade if someone puts a free copy of 7 into my hand and gives me a gentle push towards my computer
( Vipros. clever got me this far, then tricky got me in, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:01, Reply)

Yeh and when vista stabs you in the back
then rapes you as you die you will be slowly cursing yourself for not upgrading sooner. A downgrade to XP would be better than the evil wicked terrible piece of sputum that you have installed on your computer.
( Peej, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:02, Reply)

you are probably right
but that is still better than expending £45-50 of my hard-earned pounds
( Vipros. clever got me this far, then tricky got me in, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:03, Reply)

Then get it for free
I'm sure you aren't a fool
( Peej, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:04, Reply)

shows what you know!

( Vipros. clever got me this far, then tricky got me in, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:07, Reply)

WooHoo!
The west country folk are fighting.
I hope you'll upgrade this to physical level at the pub.
( thealternativefact, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:04, Reply)

I would
but the straw contained in his dungarees and floppy hat would have too much of a cushioning effect on any blows I was landing
( Vipros. clever got me this far, then tricky got me in, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:07, Reply)

His belly would do a wibbly wobbly thing
and it would mesmerise you and he would get a lucky blow to your chin.
(Bazongaloid, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:09, Reply)

this sounds likely

( Vipros. clever got me this far, then tricky got me in, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:11, Reply)

I might not be able to make it.
Its looking less likely anyway :(
( Peej, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:13, Reply)

boooooo!

( Vipros. clever got me this far, then tricky got me in, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:15, Reply)

I think everyone should come to me
cos I am awesome.
( Peej, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:16, Reply)

to on
( Vipros. clever got me this far, then tricky got me in, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:27, Reply)

Oh yeh sorry typo

( Peej, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 14:36, Reply)

I use windows 7 on everything now
even my 6 year old laptop
( Peej, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:50, Reply)

I used to take XP into the shower
now I just use 7.
(Bazongaloid, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:52, Reply)

It is however
Being phased out by suppliers offering laptops with more than 1Gb ram. I've recently been looking at a replacement laptop for the wife (good swap) and laptops with XP are few and far between. Some are offering OS free systems at great reductions so if you already have XP one of those might be worth a look.
(porkylips looks better as the sun goes down., Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:44, Reply)

You can pick up a copy of XP Home for about 60 quid

(Bazongaloid, Fri 5 Mar 2010, 13:46, Reply)