Since my laptop is my lifeline and I am no nerd, I was wondering if installing genuine OS, genuine anti virus (want to know which is a good one) and other maintenance software is necessary? So many of my friends think I am being overcautious... all I want is to have my new laptop (IBM) purring like a Ferrari! Sincerely appreciate good, detailed advice.
2007-06-21 06:35:54 · 6 answers · asked by Smarth 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Either pay for the genuine OS or get a free open source OS.
With the pirated one you'll have trouble getting timely security patches and will be more vulnerable to malware. Plus there's a risk that the pirate put something into the OS (unless you're the pirate).
2007-06-21 06:42:05 · answer #1 · answered by DW 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want your laptop purring like a Ferrari, you have to spend money on your laptop, just as you would your Ferrari.
Now, you wouldn't think of using third rate gasoline, or the cheapest spark plugs, or retread tires on your Ferrari, now would you?
The best thing you can do for your "Ferrari" laptop, is to break down, and spend the money for the 'official' copy of the OS. Then you can download all of the patches for it, you can get the latest drivers and such from IBM, with fewer problems, than if you do not.
Another thing is, how much are those laptop headaches worth to you?
If you want to own a Ferrari, you have to spend money, or be prepared to to an awful lot of work yourself, on a highly complicated machine. The same holds true with your laptop.
2007-06-21 14:24:21 · answer #2 · answered by Rocco R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find yourself a valid copy of Windows XP Professional. As others suggest, avoid Vista (ANY version) for now, until MS gets it act together and removes the bugs. Besides, some peripherals aren't providing Vista drivers and XP drivers don't do the trick.
For anti-virus, I use TrendMicro PCcillin Internet Security. It slows down the system a bit because it's so damned cautious, but it contains excellent antivirus AND anti-spyware capabilities.
2007-06-21 15:32:09 · answer #3 · answered by acermill 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only downside to a pirated OS is that you can't install official patches to it. Otherwise, you just saved ~$200. But, if you're paranoid and think everyone's out to steal your private data, then yeah, buy an official OS. However, I'd advise you to stay away from Windows Vista. Like any new Windows product, it's extremely buggy.
2007-06-21 13:41:05 · answer #4 · answered by daemonking6 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Don't be too much over uncomfortable! Pirated OSes doesn't effect much if they r not much tampered! If u r able to get the latest updates then its all right if not then also not much to worry!! But a genuine OS is indeed a genuine one & has its advantages! you can buy one like XP home coz its cheap!
About the antivirus u can go for avira coz its free & u can get upadates too! Also u can be free of the guilt of using pirated software!If u wanna buy the u can go for MCAFEE.
Hav fun!
Bye n tc!
2007-06-21 13:58:57 · answer #5 · answered by Vivek 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Microsoft is giving away a free os on their marketplace website.
Ubuntu Linux.
It has everything you need, free.
2007-06-21 13:40:15 · answer #6 · answered by tigerkitty2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋