Is Windows 7 radically different than Windows XP? I love Windows XP, and am afraid Windows 7 will be more like Vista which I didn’t like at all. How is Windows 7 similar or different from Windows XP? Why would I want Windows 7? What’s the advantage of it?
I’ve had windows in one form or another since 1995, including XP and VISTA(the very worst) and I can tell you I have NEVER been happier then I am with 7.The increase in my systems operating speed alone is worth the price and when you add to that the absence of the infuriating “Internet Explorer has discovered a problem and must shut down” message. and the lock ups which occurred frequently it is easy to see why this is such a popular OS.
If you are happpy with Windows XP, of course you shouldn’t change it.
Why would I get a new wife, if I am happy with my current wife? :)
But, Windows 7 is an excellent operating system. I have been using it for over a year, in beta, then after it was went RTM (Released To Manufacture).
I keep asking about W7 DRM and spyware/malware and never get answers.
I bought an HP laptop with windows 7 in Dec, and I highly recommend it. If you hold your cursor over the Explorer icon on the bottom of the screen, you can actually see the screen of each window you have open.
I’m into computer servicing and repair, so I have to keep up with the latest operating systems, which is why I upgraded to Windows 7.
In practical terms, if you’re already running XP, then stay with it. I love XP, and still use it on a few of my other machines. There’s nothing wrong with it. There are some neat features on Windows 7, and it is a very stable operating system, but unless your software requires Windows 7, you can just stick with what you got.