On Saturday 10 September 2005 04:51 am, SnapafunFrank wrote: > Anne Wilson wrote: > >I'm new to laptops, and need to keep XP, so I've re-sized partitions and > >started a Mandriva install. I've reached that early crunch-time, when the > >partition table is to be written. Before I go any further are there any > >caveats? > > > >Anne > > You said that whoever installed WinXP used the FAT32 System. > > Others here have warned you of the risks and they should be heeded. > > My concern for you here is that you possible have WinXP Home installed. > If so, dump it and get WinXP Professional. > > I've set up two WinXP systems for work [ and yes, I'm only a newbie IT > wanabe ] but already I see the results of my setups > compared to staff members home installations on cheapy systems. WinXP > Home ~ I do strongly NOT - I repeat - NOT recommend. > > Just my two cents ( sorry - pennies ) worth. > > Regardless, smile and enjoy yourself.
There are only a few minor differences between HE and Professional. So little in fact that it's not worth spending the extra amount for professional.
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