which is better windows xp or vista?

Question

true or false: is the internet the same with vista and xp? my friend said he hhad vista and said the internet was bad. then he had xp and said it was good but i looked around and said it was the same

true or false: i heard ivista was a lot worse and slows down your computer. on a desktop. buut im getting a lapstop a dell one.
so overall which is better vista or xp for a dell laptop
and please answer my true or false questions

Answer 1

False. The internet is the same no matter what browser you use to access it.

True and False. Vista CAN slow down a machine if it hasnt got the hardware for it to run well. XP will be faster and perform better than Vista but if you have a good processor and at least 2GB of ram (3 or 4 would be better) then Vista should perform ok.

Most new laptops you buy these days have Vista as standard so if you want XP on it you'll have to ask for that especially and may have to wait a bit longer for it.

I've got a pretty high end machine which is perfectly capable of running Vista but i've chosen to stick with XP because it demands less of your system and as such performs better with the resources it has available to it.

Answer 2

"Some" people says, Vista is slower and worse which they didn't try it at all because of other people rumors. Based on some extracting, burning, video, audio and other tests, Vista is better. The only problem with Vista is compatibility on some software, but that was before. Microsoft will not create Vista if it is slower and worse than XP.



Just make sure you have the proper hardware for Vista because some people trying Vista without considering their hardware, and then they will say that, "Vista s**ks, Vista is worse, etc.

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By the way, my answer is false.

Answer 3

Why is all and sundry so shocked that vista is basically somewhat a pig, Australian computing gadget magazines have been reporting this because of the fact it became in beta previous due 2006. Now we pay attention there's a third provider %. for XP, advert vista would be outmoded in 2009. which ability they are going to re badge vista and fasten its issues and supply us a sparkling OS. not!

Answer 4

The true answer is neither! All Windows are not "true" operating systems. They are an addon to DOS (Disk Operating System). Hence Windows has to take time to always R"revert" back to DOS for it's functional capabilities. Operating systems as you refer to them are a easy access gateway to functionality for everyday users.



However Linux has changed that by adding a (KDE) witch is a desktop enviornment that appears as a windows type look and feel.



Generic (common) "TRUE" Operating systems are as follows: DOS, UNix, Linux, and OSX for MAC users.



To answer your question. I tell my clients to stick with XP if they insist on windows. Both are memory hogs, yet, XP's functionality in it's bug fixe's are much better! XP has had years of fixes and tweaks making it a smother System.



Vista is still using third party blocks rendering many hardware and sofware useless (although MSN is working at a unreal pace to unblock their new attempt to corner the market) this causes Vista to frequently shutdown programs and search the net for fixes and compliance issues with software/hardware.



As an engineer I always have different versions of machines for testing, etc. I am still amazed that Vista searches the internet for my usb internet connection (when used) when the actual software is in the usb modem itself. After about three weeks of soley using that on a Vista Machine ..it still looks for the drivers that are 1) already in Vista 2) Check the compliance ...and 3) are also in the very connection hardware I am using.



If You truely want a Vista machine.. wait till the Generation 2 Vista HD's are available so you will have the option to chose a different system.



Your Best Bet is XP with Firefox or Opera to view the internet. Make sure IE is disengaged in your processes as it too hogs your CPU and memory usage (when not used). U will have Full and fast page loads with the same hardware graphics capabilities of Vista and None of the hassles.



Good Luck

Answer 5

Both are good, and both have their problems. Im warming a lot to vista, ive used XP and it serves well, but i changed some of my machines over to vista ultimate x64 and i like it a lot. Vista is the next step forward (mostly!) and eventually support for XP will be dropped or phased out, so id go for vista if its a new machine.



@Bombr M: You seem to be a little behind on your windows.... :] It hasnt piggybacked on DOS since the start of the 32-bit systems i.e. Windows NT. The 'MSDOS' like interface on any of these is merely a command line version of the real operating system or 'Windows CLI'.

Answer 6

Xp for sure, your internet speed will not slow down no matter what operating system you are using.



Vista will slow down computers with low memory. It isnt the best product microsoft have brought out. i would suggest getting xp with a new computer, but if you have to get vista, make sure the computer specs are good enough for it.



If it is a laptop, i would definitely get XP, i have had alot of trouble with vista and laptops.

Answer 7

What I have heard is that vista has a lot of glitches and that xp is a lot easier to run on. I have also heard that you need a lot of memory in your system to run vista, otherwise, your computer will run really slow. I have xp and Im happy with it, although, I do want the newest up to date programs, so I am thinking about trying out vista.

Answer 8

Both Operating systems are good, but like said in other post, it all depends if your willing to be patient with vista. Vista has alot more security features built in, but can seem like a big pain if your not willing to work with it. I personally use windows XP, only because my system wont handle good with vista yet. I need more ram...

Answer 9

false

true

i think that xp is much better. i have a laptop and i had vista on it, and it made my laptop very slow. I was always having problems with it when i had vista. i just recently switched back to xp, and my laptop is fast and works well again

Answer 10

1. False

2. True



I have both and believe me, Windows XP is the better option. VISTA is a lot more complicated and it messed up my computer. It's MUCH SLOWER than XP. Vista is just popular cos its new.

Answer 11

XP - vista sucks. It is an attempt by windows to be as user friendly as Mac. It sucks. Unless your gaming A LOT.

Answer 12

Go for XP.



There is nothing bad in Vista, it maybe slower.

Go for it if you don't have XP already. Nice-to-have, not a must-have

Answer 13

thats going to depend on what you want...



Assuming two identical machines,



Windows XP will run faster, in every way.

Windows Vista will look prettier



thats about it.

Answer 14

Ubuntu Linux =)

Answer 15

XP IS BETTER, I WORK IN IT AN WILL NEVER RECOMEND VISTA...

Answer 16

Windows Vista vs. Windows xp



With the release of Windows Vista just around the corner, many home computer users are probably wondering if now is the right time to make the jump to Microsoft's latest addition to the Windows family. Some are perhaps concerned about security and stability, while many are probably wondering why they should even switch to Windows Vista, because Microsoft Windows XP seems to be doing the job.



The short answer is that there are several reasons for upgrading. For example, Windows Vista has:



New features

Improved security

Better overall user experience



I'll introduce you to each of these elements, and you can make your own decision.



Discover new features in Windows Vista



Windows Vista offers a considerable number of new and improved features over Windows XP. Some of these great new features include:





Windows Aero: Windows Vista features a totally different look for its interface—a cleaner, transparent look with impressive graphic quality, not to mention Live Icons and the new Windows Flip 3D feature. Windows Aero requires a higher-end video graphics card; otherwise, Windows Vista is displayed using Windows Basic. Check with your computer manufacturer, or use the Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor to see whether your video card is ready for Windows Aero.



Windows Sidebar: Windows Vista offers a panel (transparent, if you're using Windows Aero) that displays your selection of Windows gadgets—mini-applications that perform useful functions, such as a clock, a calendar, a Microsoft Office Outlook inbox representation, and currency exchange.



Microsoft Windows Media Player 11: While you can download it for Windows XP, this latest and greatest version of Windows Media Player is designed for Windows Vista and shouldn't be missed. With its new graphics-oriented interface, Windows Media Player 11 abandons the text-oriented look and field of previous versions. Did I mention that you can also use Windows Media Player 11 to share your media over your private home network?



Windows Search: One of the most helpful new features in Windows Vista, you can now search for files or applications from almost anywhere. Unlike in Windows XP, with Window Search, you can simply type a few letters of your search request, and the results appear on the fly—a helpful feature when looking for a file or application from the Start menu. For example, type fir, and Windows Firewall entries appear in the Start menu.



Windows Aero is a wonderfully new, graphics-powered user interface.



These are just a few of the new features that might attract your attention. Of course, there are many more features and improvements for you to explore in Windows Vista.



Enjoy better security



People are concerned about security these days—not only Windows security but also how to protect themselves and their families when using their home computers. Microsoft has addressed both of these issues head on in Windows Vista. Some of the improved security features in the new operating system include:









Parental Controls: Windows Vista includes Parental Controls that let you as the computer administrator set highly specific boundaries for other users, including separate standard user accounts for family members, especially children. You can set rules such as which sites a certain user can or cannot access and hours during which a particular user can use the computer; you can also curtail access to specific applications and view where other users have been on your computer and on the Web.



Windows Vista User Account Control (UAC): UAC is a new security feature that lets you operate Windows Vista more as a standard user than as a true administrator, where you have complete access to everything. Features that UAC protects, denoted with a multi-colored shield, require your permission or validation before you can access them.



Windows Firewall: Windows Vista now features two different firewalls: the standard firewall that was available in Windows XP and Windows Firewall with Advanced Features. The latter offers true firewall protection, including bidirectional filters, meaning that both incoming and outgoing data are scanned.





With Windows Vista's Parental Controls, you can set very specific rules and usage limitations for individual users.



Other security features, such as BitLocker Drive Encryption, are available in some editions of Windows Vista. All Windows Vista editions feature the latest version of Windows Defender, Microsoft's anti-spyware application.

An improved user experience



The overall user experience in Windows Vista goes far beyond what is available in Windows XP. Some of the things that I've found really enjoyable are:

The new Start menu: The Start menu displays everything within the context of a single menu. Instead of having to scroll through a list of applications (which took up considerable screen real estate in Windows XP), you can now view a single, collapsible Start menu.

Improved folders: My Documents, My Music, My Videos, and so on are simplified and appear simply as Documents, Music, Videos. These folders are always present when you search folders. For example, if you're in the Documents folder, folder representations of Music, Videos, Searches, and so on, appear on the left side of the Documents folder.

Live Icons: When you're using Windows Aero, you can hover your mouse over open windows in the task bar and see a live representation of what's running in them. You can get the same preview by using the Windows Flip 3D feature or even by pressing ALT+TAB to toggle windows and folders, which makes navigation much easier.



Searching folders is considerably easier in Windows Vista.



These are just a few of the new features that might attract your attention. Of course, there are many more features and improvements for you to explore in Windows Vista.

Make the jump



There are many more reasons than I've shown why Windows Vista is a more user-friendly operating system than Windows XP. Beyond all that, it's a much faster operating system. The days of waiting several minutes for Windows XP to load are over; Windows Vista loads within 45 seconds and is ready to go almost instantly. If you have to install Windows Vista, you can perform a full installation in about 35 minutes. If you're still on the fence about switching to Windows Vista, visit Windows Vista Get Ready at http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready.

Answer 17

1)False

2)False you could use flash memery to speed up your com.



Vista is great.

Answer 18

False

False

Both are good.