BlueDragon1981 Posted July 5, 2002 Posted July 5, 2002 I work for an isp and trust me XP has way to many bugs. I like the looks of it but the number of bugs and the things that you can't do to fix it anymore are a major problem. You can't even reset TCP/IP. That really blows for us ISPs. You can actually it is just a long process that isnt really worth the time. Also it doesnt support any games and most printers and other components you have to download drivers of the internet for. It is also made for broadband which out here in the middle of no where we dont even have access to yet........I hate XP :kaioken: :kaioken: :kaioken:
SaiFightsMS Posted July 6, 2002 Posted July 6, 2002 I have to admit it did require a bit of getting used to when i first upgraded. And some of the updates which are coming out don't always download and install properly. And then it took a week to download update files to many of my other programs. And the program which supported my cd writer didn't have upgrades to xp I had to buy the next version of the program. Then a month later my cd writer died. AAAAARRRRRRRRGGGGGGHHHHHHHHH
Ti-Kwon-Leap Posted July 6, 2002 Posted July 6, 2002 People who can't handle the simplicity of windows are worlds away from being able to deal with the complexity of linux. Every operating system has it's disadvantages. In my opinion, one shouldn't upgrade to any windows release until at least the first service pack is available. Hey, if you don't mind writing your own drivers and don't mind rebuilding your Kernel from scratch then by all means try linux, but if you just want to use the computer without learning programming and constantly babysitting it, stick with windows Ti-Kwon-Leap"Annoying the ignorant since 1961"
Bon Posted July 7, 2002 Posted July 7, 2002 XP is a resource hog, I refuse to touch it like 98, 2k is pretty sweet Ti-Kwon-Leap, how long since you've been on the linux scene ? Have you had a look at any screenshots lately ? Linux is getting closer and closer to being ready for the home user. There are some distros which are giving icons on the desktop similar names to Windows to try and emulate the look and feel of Windows. It takes sacrifice to be the best.There are always two choices, two paths to take. One is easy. And its only reward is that it's easy.
Phantasmatic Posted July 7, 2002 Posted July 7, 2002 I have XP and it has not given me any problems at all and I do everything. I play games, go on the internet, do some programming, and do video and image editing. I also have one of the earliest copies but I might just have gotten lucky with my copy! _________________ "Which one is more foolish, the fool or the fool who follows him?" - Obi Wan Kenobi [ This Message was edited by: Phantasmatic on 2002-07-06 23:18 ] "Which one is more foolish, the fool or the fool who follows him?" - Obi Wan Kenobi
Ti-Kwon-Leap Posted July 7, 2002 Posted July 7, 2002 Bon, what distro are you using? My schedule does not allow for an OS that is high maintenence. I know that some if the Linux distros are getting closer. I personally LOVE linux but I don't have time to tweak around with it. Last time I tried it I couldn't get the DVD or my pocket PC to work so I sort of shelved it at least for the time being. Most aware people dream of being Microsoft free! Ti-Kwon-Leap"Annoying the ignorant since 1961"
John G Posted July 7, 2002 Posted July 7, 2002 Personally I liked XP Windows, and XP Office. The only thing that really, really, REALLY, annoyed me is the registration process. Every time I installed a new hard disk or make modifications to ram or change my motherboard or had to reinstall the software due to virus attacks, I would have to phone up Microsoft and ask for an unlock code so I could use the software I purchased. Last week was the final straw when I installed an larger hard disk into my computer and had to beg for the unlock code again, and was given the third degree by someone at Microsoft who was obviously having a bad day and decided to take it out on me. I politely told him to shove his (or should I say my) unlock code where the sun don't shine and vowed never to purchase another Microsoft product again. If it wasn't for the fact that XP office and XP windows cost me around $1000 AU, I would have thrown them in the bin. As it is, I have gone back to Windows ME and Office 97 until Microsoft give up their stupid registration system or someone develops comparable products used by the majority of the people around the world. (I'm not holding my breath) I have personally spent around $12,000 AU (50 cents US I wonder if Mr Bill Gates does martial arts? John G Jarrett III Dan, ITF Taekwon-Do
jakmak52 Posted July 7, 2002 Posted July 7, 2002 Nothing Beats W2K Professional, XP is the memory hog from you know where, and yes the registration process is like trying to obtain Executive orders...But I also love Linux Peace http://community.webshots.com/user/jakmak521 Best regards,Jack Makinson
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