5 stars (Best Version Ever) - I've been really impressed with this release of Windows. Couple it with the the latest Service Pack 2 and it really shines. I work as a technician at a computer repair shop, and let me tell you it is by far the easiest version of Microsoft Windows to support.
1. It's driver database is outstanding. I get so amazed when I plug in a device and it automatically installs it.
2. I'm also impressed with the stability of this version. Remember the blue screen that you always got in earlier versions?? It's basically gone!!
3. The built-in popup blocker included with service pack 2 does an excellent job of blocking popups. My popups are gone!!
4. It also does a fine job of backwards compatibility. I've already ran OLD ms-dos programs on my XP machine just for the kicks.
5. And the Windows Restore capability is awesome. I've fixed a problem by simply restoring it to yesterday.
These are just a few of the many features of Windows XP. All in all, I'm well pleased. Buy it.
1 stars (The XP is for eXtra Painful) - As I had commented earlier, my biggest business demand is for people wanting to upgrade to Win 2000 from Win XP. I have seen people scream at the XP operating system. I have seen people get peeved with their "helpful" relatives who had upgraded their system from Win 98 or Win 2000 without their knowledge. XP is slow, buggy, instrusive and easily infected. It is the leper and syphilic of OS's. Do yourself a favor for your business and your family peace. Avoid XP at all costs. All those other people recommeding XP on other websites(Present Amazon company excluded. I am convinced of their sincerity!), makes me wonder if this is astroturf marketing from Redmond.
4 stars (Good OS for Professionals) - You can find most of these goods in Home edition. If you are not sure which type is for you, you may want to read my review on Windows XP Home Edition. If you find it's good enough for you, choosing that would be a smart choice as it is tagged with lower price than this Professional edition.
Some other good points on Windows XP Professional edition are:
Advanced control options on networking, security, and administration. You can control user and group policy, audit events on your computer, manage advanced networking, etc. These tools are useful, especially in a network.
Better user interface. All the icons, windows, and its components are redesigned and it's much better than the previous design in any Windows version.
Renewed Start Menu. With this new start menu, the most used/launched software will be displayed. You don't have to scroll through your All Programs items to launch your favourite program. It also displays most accessed items such as Control Panel, My Computer, Help, Your Documents, Music, Pictures, and Network easily.
Better plug & play support. With Windows XP, just plug your device in, and Windows will search the appropriate driver for you. All you have to do is wait for it, and Windows will notify you once your device is ready to be used.
Firewall and other security. Windows XP comes with SP2 and better firewall, keeping you away from all those unauthorized people on the net that are trying to steal your information.
I can conclude that this is the best Windows ever. And while we are waiting for the next generation of Windows, Windows Vista, this OS is still the best choice among other Windows. |
