[OTHER] Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7?

G51 · 2nd June 2010, 8:00 PM

hey all ive got vista atm and my pc is running pretty slow so im thinking of restoring + i just like the feel of a new pc.. i hate compatibility issues and lag caused by showy interfaces.. in light of this ive been tempted to revert to windows xp.. however i can purchase windows 7 or keep my copy of vista just as easy...

anyone got some comments on the subject?

_the_duke_ · 2nd June 2010, 8:05 PM

Computer specs?

I'd install Windows 7 and run the Windows Classic theme.

G51 · 2nd June 2010, 8:13 PM

8800 gt
e2160 at stock
2 gig ram

Tenoq · 2nd June 2010, 9:05 PM

Win 7.

No brainer. It will run fine with a fresh install, it's quicker than Vista and about 1000 times more secure than XP. Why run an OS that's 9 years old if you don't have to?

the scotsman · 2nd June 2010, 11:04 PM

Yep...most definately Windows 7.

G51 · 2nd June 2010, 11:07 PM

justifications?

the scotsman · 2nd June 2010, 11:15 PM

Windows XP is old...and just isn't supported in the way it once was...why use a 9 year old Operating System?

I guess if all the eye candy and latest and greatest features don't bother you then XP will still do the job.

Windows Vista is ok...I have nothing against it...but it just can't compare to Windows 7 in terms of stability/performance/usablility/security....your hardware will run Windows 7 easily...

robnkel · 3rd June 2010, 12:38 AM

W7.
W7.
W7.

-Sk3tChY- · 3rd June 2010, 3:09 AM

Windows 7 is easily the best option.

I was using XP right up until a couple of months ago, when I finally decided to check out Windows 7.

I still love XP but have to admit Windows 7 is great!

It takes a little bit of getting used to, but overall I think Win 7 is awesome, the only thing that annoys the hell out of me is not being able to move the damn show desktop button next to the start menu!

I'd definitely say give Win7 a go, if you don't like the glassy aero crap it's easy to turn it off and if you dislike the Win7 look then just switch to classic view.

dangermouze · 3rd June 2010, 4:34 AM

if you can get win7 professional, the windows xp mode is fantastic incase you need some random little thing to be compatible.

although you stated you just want a simple O/S

i still run xp and its fine, but win7 is great.

win7 vote here

Ballza · 3rd June 2010, 4:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by -Sk3tChY-

It takes a little bit of getting used to, but overall I think Win 7 is awesome, the only thing that annoys the hell out of me is not being able to move the damn show desktop button next to the start menu!:

You can have the quick launch bar like Win XP in Win 7 and add the Show Desktop shortcut there.

my vote goes to Win 7, much better then XP

MR CHILLED · 3rd June 2010, 12:57 PM

Windows 7.

My justification? I like it, I like it a lot. And because it's a lot newer than the nearest excellent OS I would use: XP......which is still good but getting a little long in the tooth now.

Decromin · 4th June 2010, 4:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by -Sk3tChY-

It takes a little bit of getting used to, but overall I think Win 7 is awesome, the only thing that annoys the hell out of me is not being able to move the damn show desktop button next to the start menu!
:

<WIN>+D is your friend there - I've moved to using heaps more of the WIn7 kbrd shortcuts, and this one is almost a reflex now. Also, <WIN>+Space shows you the desktop without minimising the windows.

-Sk3tChY- · 5th June 2010, 4:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ballza

You can have the quick launch bar like Win XP in Win 7 and add the Show Desktop shortcut there.

How so?

The closest thing I've seen to it is you make a script or something and just pin it to the task bar.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Decromin

<WIN>+D is your friend there - I've moved to using heaps more of the WIn7 kbrd shortcuts, and this one is almost a reflex now. Also, <WIN>+Space shows you the desktop without minimising the windows.

Yeah, I always forgot Win+D and a lot of the time I'm on the PC I'm like leaning back and just have my hand on the mouse, so using the keyboard gets to be a bit of an inconvenience.

MR CHILLED · 7th June 2010, 8:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by -Sk3tChY-

How so?

The closest thing I've seen to it is you make a script or something and just pin it to the task bar.

It can be done easily, I have the show desktop shortcut in my quick launch bar and have had for quite a while.

2nd June 2010, 8:00 PM	#1
G51 (Banned or Deleted) Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Posts: 9999 Posts: 1,642	Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7? hey all ive got vista atm and my pc is running pretty slow so im thinking of restoring + i just like the feel of a new pc.. i hate compatibility issues and lag caused by showy interfaces.. in light of this ive been tempted to revert to windows xp.. however i can purchase windows 7 or keep my copy of vista just as easy... anyone got some comments on the subject? Last edited by DiGiTaL MoNkEY; 5th June 2010 at 2:03 PM.

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the scotsman Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: NSW South Coast Posts: 6,450	Windows XP is old...and just isn't supported in the way it once was...why use a 9 year old Operating System? I guess if all the eye candy and latest and greatest features don't bother you then XP will still do the job. Windows Vista is ok...I have nothing against it...but it just can't compare to Windows 7 in terms of stability/performance/usablility/security....your hardware will run Windows 7 easily... __________________ XDA-Developers Assistant Administrator \| Ausdroid Writer \| HTC One owner Free Stuff \| OCAU Bargains Thread Last edited by the scotsman; 2nd June 2010 at 11:18 PM.

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