Windows Vista: Reviews and Hardware Compatibility

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Start date Dec 19, 2005
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The forum discussion centers on the reception and hardware compatibility of Windows Vista compared to Windows XP. Users express mixed feelings, noting that while Vista offers a more visually appealing interface, it lacks revolutionary features and requires higher specifications, including a minimum of 512MB RAM and a PCI-Express graphics card. Many participants highlight that Vista appears to be playing catch-up with other operating systems, particularly in terms of security and user permissions. The conversation also touches on the ease of installation and deployment methods in both Windows and Linux environments.

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Understanding of Windows Vista system requirements
Familiarity with Windows XP features and limitations
Knowledge of Linux deployment methods and user permissions
Awareness of security policies in operating systems

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Research Windows Vista security features and improvements over XP
Explore hardware compatibility for Windows Vista installations
Learn about Linux deployment strategies and user management
Investigate comparative reviews of Windows Vista and other operating systems

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IT professionals, system administrators, and users considering an upgrade from Windows XP to Vista, as well as those interested in cross-platform comparisons between Windows and Linux environments.

Dec 22, 2005

iamsharpie

Hey gerben, my computer literate uncle thought the same thing, until I managed to delete some key files on his windows desktop. Or did I just format the drive?

So, since kids tend to learn fast, what makes you think some 8 or 9 year old family member won't just go nuts on your drive?

They don't need to know some sort of L337 security hole if they have superuser by walking up to the monitor. I don't like for my screensaver to ask for my password, but it makes sure that my father doesn't get any bright ideas.

And most of the time, at least with a unix style security policy, you can execute those programs if you have permissions for it. Windows is far too broad about it's policy, which is why it sucks. I was hoping they would understand that.