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    Vista - Novelty Programs

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Junior_Tszyu, Oct 22, 2007.

  1. Junior_Tszyu

    Junior_Tszyu Newbie

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    G'day

    I just bought a laptop after reading what all of you have had to say about everything there is to know about notebooks. One thing I would like to know is what everyones favorite novely programs are for Vista... (i.e. SETI Monitor, or a Married With Children quote of the day program etc...). Thought it might be a good way for people to share some of their enjoyable PC moments with people.

    Peace

    Jordan
     
    Junior_Tszyu, Oct 22, 2007
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    fisherdmin Notebook Consultant

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    From my experiences w/ Vista, I'd recommend against the novelty programs and keep as many resources available for the RAM-hungry beast that is Vista! ;)
     
    fisherdmin, Oct 22, 2007
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    qhn Notebook User

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    unused ram is dead ram! vista will release any system ram that can be spared (including the so.called hogged ram) if any process/app needs it

    cheers ...
     
    qhn, Oct 22, 2007
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    qhn Notebook User

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    u might want to try them under xp compatible mode. Most of the time xp apps would work without making modifications. take a look at vista compatible apps thread and add yours in there if they work. not all users using same apps in all platforms. just simple try it

    cheers ...
     
    qhn, Oct 22, 2007
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    LIVEFRMNYC, Oct 22, 2007
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