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Simply Awsome
- Pros: Slick user interface. Easy to use. Most all software works with it. Just make sure your hardware drivers are vista ready.
- Cons: None
- Other Thoughts: I recoment the 64 bit version. Then you can install 4Gb of Mem with no problem. Most new software will run on it and alot of leagacy stuff will to. It will emulate 32 bit well.
NEVER HAD ANY ISSUES
- Pros: The OS was very easy to install. I have no issues so far.
- Cons: The OS takes up a lot of drive space. Takes awhile to get used to the new GUI.
- Other Thoughts: I am not sure what all these 1 egg ratings are fussing about. I built my computer from scractch. 3 1/2 hours later I was ready to use my computer. I wonder . . .
Computer: Intel 2.4 GHz Core 2 Quad (Q6600 Kentsfield), EVGA NVidia Geforce 8800GT, 4x1GB Kingston memory sticks (DDR2 1066), WD 640GB Sata HDD, GigaByte (GA-P35-S3B) motherboard, BFG Tech 650W PSU.
Be open minded, its much better than XP
- Pros: I've heard many of the criticisms of Vista out there, but have always been baffled by them. Almost every complaint someone has can usually be fixed in about a minute. I disabled UAC the first day, right through windows options. Not sure about older hardware/software, but I've had almost no problems at all with drivers and such. Any problem I did have could usually be fixed by a workaround. Keep in mind that this is for 64 bit, too, so its probably the least supported version, yet works great. Extremely easy to install. Takes 1 minute to change power options, Pete...
Another key complaint is memory hogging. The idea it's using is that unused memory is being wasted, so it reserves your idle memory for applications you run often, making them fast when you start them. When something like a game requires more RAM, Windows lets go and free's enough up. Works well.
- Cons: I've had the occasional bluescreen. Not sure if its Vista, or hardware related. Be aware that 32 bit programs will take up more RAM on a 64 bit OS.
- Other Thoughts: I have 2gb of RAM, and a E6750 cpu. For vista, more ram definitely means more performance. 2gb seems like a good amount. You'll be able to get away with 1gb, but with prices these day, it's well worth it to spend a measly $30 more for a huge performance boost. I plan on getting 8gb eventually, should be great.
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| Disclaimer |
Use of this OEM System Builder Channel software is subject to the terms of the Microsoft OEM System Builder License. This software is intended for pre-installation on a new personal computer for resale. This OEM System Builder Channel software requires the assembler to provide end user support for the Windows software and cannot be transferred to another computer once it is installed. To acquire Windows software with support provided by Microsoft please see our full package "Retail" product offerings. |
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66I-00788 |
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Windows Vista 64-Bit Home Premium for System Builders Single Pack DVD |
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Premium |
| System Requirements |
Recommended:
1 GHz 64-bit (x64) processor
1 GB of system memory
40 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of available space
Support for DirectX 9 graphics with:
WDDM Driver
128 MB of graphics memory (minimum)
Pixel Shader 2.0 in hardware
32 bits per pixel
DVD-ROM drive
Audio Output
Internet access (fees may apply)
Minimum:
800 MHz processor and 512 MB of system memory
20 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of available space
Support for Super VGA graphics
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OEM |
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Windows Vista Home Premium is the operating system for homes with advanced computer needs. It will help you use your laptop or desktop PC more effectively as well as enable you to enjoy new, exciting digital entertainment experiences—all with the benefit of added security and reliability. |
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Reviewed By: on 8/1/2008
Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
