I have Windows Vista Home Basic...?

Question

It is the ORIGINAL program on my computer(this is how it came fresh out of the box).

Can I change it to an XP?

Why or why not?

How do you know this?

Answer 1

i suggest u leave vista on your computer. unless you have an original cd of xp. and vista is more advanced

Answer 2

If you have windows Vista fresh out of the box then all your programs will be original. Do not worry about xp any longer, once you get used to Vista you will be glad it is installed.

But if someone should sell you any fake Microsoft software it will detect it immediately.

I bought an original Microsoft Office word 2007 less than half price on eBay and that works brilliantly, (once you get used to it, which doesn't take long, also Microsoft have lots of on line video demos).

Now you have Windows Vista You may find pop up blockers are always showing, but do not worry about it.

When I bought my new computer with Windows Vista it had 30 days free Norton that is the best protection I think you can get. Sometimes it is offered free for 30 days on the web.

Best thing to do is get a friend - 'expert' to help you, if there is something your not sure of.

But don't let anyone put any copies of Microsoft products on your computer unless they are original - preferably come in their new box.

Also if using Norton anti virus protection it likes original Norton

Answer 3

You could carry out a fresh installation from your XP Disc. However and this is most important, the drivers may not be available to run your PC on XP.

Answer 4

As long you have PC it Supports any Operating System.
Do you like XP or Vista?

Answer 5

yes, u may change it back to XP by buying a new copy of XP

Vista Home Basic does not qualify for Microsft's OEM exchange program, only Business and Ultimate can be reverted back to XP Pro for free

Answer 6

If Vista was "bundled" with your computer, you own it. If you want XP, you will have to uninstall Vista and buy and install XP.

May I suggest you first change Vista to "classic view." This will make it resemble Vista and help you familiarize yourself with it.
Microsoft Assistance Home Page
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/FX100647101033.aspx?pid=CL100569831033

Vista – Help and How to
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/help/results.aspx?qu=3d&sc=9
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/Windows/en-US/default.mspx

Vista – Set to Classic View
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/Windows/en-US/Help/b32f7ecb-fc45-490c-8482-6d9e9663f3c71033.mspx

Vista 4 Beginners – Tutorials (Taskbar in Vista)
http://www.vista4beginners.com/tutorials
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Call it stubborn, but Vista came with my laptop and I am determined to use it. I have XP on my desktop. In addition to the above, I bought a couple used books at www.amazon.com. Excellent prices and all books in excellent condition.