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Things I learned about installing XP
1. Choose which one you want. I chose XP Pro over home. If you EVER think you may network, you should get pro. Plus it is more robust than home. 2. Install the full version not the upgrade. I read reviews that said this and at first I balked at it but you are going to back up your files anyway, you will be much happier (trust me) if you install the full version. For example: When I first tried to install a full xp over ME, I kept getting an error message. I had to re-install ME, th...
[Microsoft Windows XP Professional (E85-00086) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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Be aware of Product Activation
[Microsoft Windows XP Professional (E85-00086) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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The best operating system I ever have tried!
I have used them all, Unix, Linux, MAC, and every Microsoft product since DOS 5.0. WFW 3.11, Win95, 98, 98SE, ME, Windows NT 4.1 and Windows 2000. Windows XP is simply the best I have ever used. I installed this on my main machine and fell in love with it. I then went and bought two more copies for my son's computers. Three copies in less than a week. That is unheard of for me! It is dead simple to load, recognized everything in and attached to my computers, and fixed all of the problems I ...
[Microsoft Windows XP Professional (E85-00086) review by John Pombrio can be read at buy.com]
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John Pombrio
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11/11/2001
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Manchester, CT
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Is it really worth it?
Note: This review was based on pre-release copies of Windows XP Professional Edition.Microsoft has compiled its latest version of Windows with stunning stability and features. However, it's overpriced for the new features. Pros: Most stable version ever. In 2 months of use, I experienced only 2 applications freezing, and those two were designed for Windows 95. Pressing Ctrl-Alt-Del no longer brings up the famous Close Program box from Windows 98, etc., rather, the Task Manager. From here, y...
[Microsoft Windows XP Professional (E85-00086) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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Good Operating system - Unscrupulous business practice.
OK, I've had XP loaded on my machine now for a few days. So Far I really like it. My PC does boot faster, and even though it takes some getting used to I think it is a better OS than the 9x versions. This Operating System is definitely more stable and is also much more easy on the system resources.If you are considering this software I would recomend it assuming you can get over the hurdles I am about to list.
Here are the things I really don't like about this software: 1. Almost noth...
[Microsoft Windows XP Professional (E85-00086) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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Windows XP? for me?
The last reviewer obviously never used this operating system, I bought this and found that all the so called "Services", are uninstallable, with exception to .net passort, which you have an OPTION to use, its not required. anyway, enough of that.
This OS is stable, it does have pretty steep system requirements. Never had a problem with it. runs great basically just like windows 2000, except a little faster using business applications(MS Office), and not bad for gaming. I suggest doing...
[Microsoft Windows XP Professional (E85-00086) review by Jason can be read at buy.com]
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11/11/2001
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A good operating system for lemmings, but not for me.
First, here's my bias: I think the BEST operating systems are transparent. They get out of the way, and when they appear, they do exactly what we tell them to do (within their limitations, naturally). Or, as one Linux distro says on its website: "It is very important that you understand that choices are what makes xxxxxx run. We try not to force you onto anything you don't like. If you feel like we do, please bugreport it." This is diametrically opposed to Microsoft's philosophy. They ...
[Microsoft Windows XP Professional (E85-00086) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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Windows XP Pro Is the Way To Go!!!
Ok- I know that a lot of people say that they have a lot of problems installing Windows XP. First of all- the way that XP Handles Drivers is very different from 95,98,ME, and 2000. Many drivers do not work with XP, so it is important to contact your hadware manufacturer(s) to make sure that it is compatible. Older hardeware (ESPECIALLY LAPTOPS) may not have drivers that are compatible with XP. However, if you are building a new PC... I highly reccomend Windows XP Professional. Home edition is ok...
[Microsoft Windows XP Professional (E85-00086) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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The best Windows yet. Really, really fast.
A major improvement in Windows. System performance improved significantly, compared to WindowsNT4 and Windows2000 Professional. I installed this on my old Pentium II 233MHz machine(128M RAM 20G hard drive) -- even though it is below the recommended minimum configuration. Not only did it work fine but it is now practical (not just possible!) to run separate concurrent user accounts for various family members (who can also stay logged in at the same time that I am using it). This is the feature we...
[Microsoft Windows XP Professional (E85-00086) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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Best OS I've used to date
XP Pro, with Service Pack 1 (should be included with the copy Amazon sells) is the best OS I've used to date.Recommendations:
1) XP Pro isn't really worth it with a computer older than 2 years; features like quick boot (boot in 20 seconds not 2 minutes) require newer technology to work, and XP isn't optimized for slower, older machines. It will run, but it won't be pleasant. 2) If you're not the type to call Microsoft for help, look online for the OEM version of this product. You'll pay ...
[Microsoft Windows XP Professional (E85-00086) review can be read at Amazon.com]
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83%
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