I still have XP on one of my lappers and Vista on the other. Windows 7 is really a Vista Fix supposedly to enhance the Vista OS which had it's share of problems. Basically it is a streamlined version, less taxing on the system. I haven't upgraded to Windows 7 because I want to wait for more reviews. I can tell you that I don't really use XP anymore and found that Vista is better, service pack 2 of course, but if you write a lot you should go with it and make sure you have the latest version of Windows Office, the Word programs are really much better, more versatile and easy to use . Check this video review by CNET.com a reputable source for computer information and problem solving. http://reviews.cnet.com/windows/microsoft-windows-7-professional/4505-3672_7-33704140.html?tag=mncol;lst
Product summary The good: Strong design and Microsoft don't always go together, but they do in Windows 7. Users might take a while to get used to the new taskbar and Aero Peek, but they're a pleasure to use. The bad: Performance is still hit-or-miss in Windows 7. At the ripe age of seven, Windows XP still performs better in some categories. The bottom line: Windows 7 is more than what Vista should have been, it's where Microsoft needed to go. How much damage Vista did and whether Windows 7 is enough for people to finally abandon Windows XP are questions that nobody has the answers to right now. So this is why I'm waiting to upgrade, personally I think they should give it to me free after duping me into thinking their Vista OS was the newest, grandest thing ever. This is how I think Bill Gates has come to be worth billions, by producing software that is consistently under par and then selling people the fixes. Next one for me is going to be a Mac. I'm tired of Microsoft's games. Remember that much of your XP programs wont work on Vista or 7, there are many compatibility issues. I'm sure some gurus in here may be able to offer more info to help you decide. Good Luck! On Jan 4, 9:31 pm, fiddler <[email protected]> wrote: > Has anyone spent time in the new windows 7? I'm buying a new laptop or > netbook in the next couple of days and I have had no experience with > windows 7. I can save $30+ with xp or pull the trigger and try the new > os. > I primarily use my comp for writing, loads of writing. I need > something that has a decent word processor and can use and "pull" from > a wide variety of sources. So, I'll need the comp to hold and/or > access thousands of downloaded articles, sources, and material that I > will use quite often. > Seriously, I need some advice. I'm familiar with xp and have used it > for quite some time, which means I also know it has some pretty strong > fails. Does 7 have those or equivalent fails? Is it still too untested > or new? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups ""Minds Eye"" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/minds-eye?hl=en.
