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    Should i upgrade to Vista?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by tasmonkey, Jan 22, 2007.

  1. tasmonkey

    tasmonkey Notebook Consultant NBR Reviewer

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    i have an asus F3Ja. it says its vista capable but i don't know if i want to upgrade it right now. i really want to try out vista... is there any problem that people generally experience when upgraded to vista? like slower computer browsing or stuff like that? thanks for the info.
     
    tasmonkey, Jan 22, 2007
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  2. qhn

    qhn Notebook User

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    i would wait for official version, this way, more drivers would be included

    cool, welcome to the club then

    one thing for sure, i only notice great improvement in internet browsing, IE or FF

    cheers ...
     
    qhn, Jan 22, 2007
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  3. Pitabred

    Pitabred Linux geek con rat flail!

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    I'd ignore it. Vista will be nothing but problems for most users, gaming and sound apps act differently, I've heard of all kinds of application compatibility problems... I'd be wary about Vista even after the first service pack. If you don't need it, don't break it.
     
    Pitabred, Jan 23, 2007
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  4. Fred from NYC

    Fred from NYC Notebook Evangelist

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    Like Pitabred said, if Windows XP does everything you need, don't upgrade to Vista.
     
    Fred from NYC, Jan 24, 2007
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    Gofishus, Jan 24, 2007
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    I know all too well about having the latest and greatest. My recommendation is, unless you're having trouble with your current configuration or you just like the new Aero interface, then make the upgrade. Otherwise, hold off a few months til the reviews come in.
     
    nquach, Jan 25, 2007
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