Windows XP or Vista

[The Rob]

My very kind Uncle is sending me a laptop over from Canada for free, it's in great condition and has everything that I need. The only downside is that it's only got Windows XP. Is it worth upgrading to Vista? The desktop I currently use runs on XP but I'd still like to upgrade.

Any thoughts?

 

[Phoenix]

Given Windows 7 is out later this month, might want to wait and upgrade to that

 

[Mr. TM]

wait for 7

 

[X]

Vista.

 

[HBK-aholic]

Vista is horrible.

 

[The Doctor]

Either/or, really.

 

[The Rob]

What's going to make Windows 7 any different? As you can tell I'm a complete dunce when it comes to computers.

 

[SavageTaker]

Vista is horrible.

No it isn't.

Go with Vista.

 

[Phoenix]

Windows 7 is basically what Vista promised to be/featured and failed on

 

[Razor]

Either stick with XP, or wait and sit around for Windows Seven. I fucking hate Vista. It's more unwarranted hatred than anything, but still. Wait for Windows Seven.

 

[Slyfox696]

It depends on the specs of the computer. For example, if the computer is low on RAM, stick with XP. If it has a slow processor...meh, stick with XP. If it has a small hard drive, stick with XP.

As far as Vista goes, there's really no point. While people keep saying Vista sucks, I'm willing to bet that no one can explain why. However, Windows 7 is a Vista upgrade, so might as well wait if you are going to upgrade.

 

[Phoenix]

I actually don't have any complaints about Vista, some old programs didn't work on it, but fair enough, still works with the essential stuff I need and use. Most of the problems I had were specs about the comp that you helped me fix Sly

 

[FromTheSouth]

I already ordered 7, and I am excited.