2007-02-28 15:05:55 · 11 answers · asked by nits 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
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Windows XP
Windows 2000
Windows 2000 and Windows XP are essentially the same operating system (known internally as Windows NT 5.0 and Windows NT 5.1, respectively.) Here are some considerations if you're trying to decide which version to use:
Windows 2000 benefits
Windows 2000 has lower system requirements, and has a simpler interface (no "Styles" to mess with).
Windows 2000 is slightly less expensive, and has no product activation.
Windows 2000 has been out for a while, and most of the common problems and security holes have been uncovered and fixed.
Third-party software and hardware products that aren't yet XP-compatible may be compatible with Windows 2000; check the manufacturers of your devices and applications for XP support before you upgrade.
Windows XP benefits
Windows XP is somewhat faster than Windows 2000, assuming you have a fast processor and tons of memory (although it will run fine with a 300Mhz Pentium II and 128MB of RAM).
The new Windows XP interface is more cheerful and colorful than earlier versions, although the less-cartoony "Classic" interface can still be used if desired.
Windows XP has more bells and whistles, such as the Windows Movie Maker, built-in CD writer support, the Internet Connection Firewall, and Remote Desktop Connection.
Windows XP has better support for games and comes with more games than Windows 2000.
Windows XP is the latest OS - if you don't upgrade now, you'll probably end up migrating to XP eventually anyway, and we mere mortals can only take so many OS upgrades.
Manufacturers of existing hardware and software products are more likely to add Windows XP compatibility now than Windows 2000 compatibility.
2007-02-28 15:11:32 · answer #1 · answered by dee_ann 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I recommend not getting Windows 2000; for obvious reasons.
1. It's out dated. Computers are advancing constantly, and most people all use Windows XP. Eventually we'll all use Vista; we'll have to. If you think about it, Microsoft sort of has a monopoly on the world. We either advance with technology or get left in the dust, and look like cavemen. Here's a conversation from the year 2100.
Person 1: Hey, I just got SP 89 for Windows Vista. It finally works now!
Person 2: Well, I just got a Playstation 5.
Person: Man, what's your problem? You might as well get a Playstation 3.
:P No, I have nothing against Vista. It just isn't there yet. But it looks promising. (And kick a**) ^_^ =D
2007-02-28 23:22:00 · answer #2 · answered by Need answers! 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A lot, I would go to Microsoft home page and research. Keep in mind that Vista is still new and has bugs. Actually, there are driver issues and some games require patches to run in Vista. You have to get them from game manufacturers. You can compare the two at Microsoft.com. Vista seem OK so far, as with any new OS, there will be fixes and updates to fix problems. Vista uses more resources, your computer needs alot to run Vista efficiently. Research it.
It is strange at first when you are use to XP, but it seems more user friendly the more you work with it.
2007-02-28 23:13:56 · answer #3 · answered by rcpton 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes the Vista is more person friendly. A lot of games, and software have been made for a one click setup, uninstall, and trouble shoot. But has also been mocked for its over protective system. Vista seems to block a lot of what the user would want to do and you will have to keep accepting and blocking things that you would normally not care about. Internet explorer accessing the internet. Allowing a program to activate that you clicked. But most of the cinks are being worked out so I would wait a couple of months and then buy it. Because it seems like they are trying to make it very people friendly and sooooo easy your grandma could use it with no problem.
2007-02-28 23:12:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
- Very costly
- Tighter controls of what you do
- Monitors what you do more.
- Very tight control of programs not paid for and will actual shut your PC down/off.
- Forces you to either Upgrade your hardware or buy a new one.
Pretty much completely takes over a PC and it's users abilities.
** "" Stay away from it for no less than a year from now."" **
FOR Dee_Ann. They ask, Vista vs XP,
2000 isn't in the question anywhere!
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2007-02-28 23:14:45 · answer #5 · answered by MDTBA 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sort of. I'm still figuring it out. Basically, Vista combines the perks of a PC with the function of a Mac. It's frustrating at first, but more user friendly in the end. As far as the technical differences, I don't know.
2007-02-28 23:09:29 · answer #6 · answered by Jessica 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
XP was released before Vista
XP's hardware requirements are a lot less than Vista's
Vista looks a lot better than XP (debatable)
Vista's supposedly has better security features
2007-02-28 23:11:34 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
About 200 dollars.
2007-02-28 23:09:23 · answer #8 · answered by bigjohn B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One is spelled V I S T A and the othe X P
2007-02-28 23:10:13 · answer #9 · answered by Bruce L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's Interface.
2007-02-28 23:20:00 · answer #10 · answered by Teddie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋