Why the Hell are you not running windows 7 yet? Options

[Alias]

I doubt you've tested OS X to the proper level, not to mention Ubuntu is only one distro.

Then its you hardware that is lacking, not the OS. Vista loves to have more then 2GB of RAM and a Quad-Core.

AKA "I'm so full of memory leaks that I take up 4 times the amount I need".

[Crazykenny]

I doubt you've tested OS X to the proper level, not to mention Ubuntu is only one distro.

AKA "I'm so full of memory leaks that I take up 4 times the amount I need".

Well one of my laptops is running on OS X, which I use for web and graphic design. And yeah, sofar Ubuntu is the only version of Linux that I tested/used.

[Alias]

Mind giving us a photo of said laptop running said OS, because I seriously don't believe that you're running a Hackintosh, and I believe even less that you actually have a Mac.

To be honest what it looks like is you're just trying to say you've tried the alternative without actually doing it.

This post has been edited by Alias: 16 Jun 2009, 17:08

[Crazykenny]

Mind giving us a photo of said laptop running said OS, because I seriously don't believe that you're running a Hackintosh, and I believe even less that you actually have a Mac.

To be honest what it looks like is you're just trying to say you've tried the alternative without actually doing it.

Alias, I dont know what the hell your problem is, but in all seriousness I dont need to prove myself to you. And the Mac in question is something they gave along from school for our study. But if you really wanna fight me on every software/hardware thread I reply to be my guest, but I have to say its starting to piss me off.

And yes I tried the alternative but I ACTUALLY tried it and not just say it as your putting it. Yes, all OS's have pro's and con's and all are unique. Windows is just handy for games and basic internet use same goes for Linux and Mac OS X just excels when it comes to graphic design. That being said this will be the last time I'm gonna reply to the nonesense replies you may post on this.

Now, back on topic (Windows 7) I think I've steered it away from the subject long enough.

[RaiDK]

Windows 7 doesn't use much less memory, but it's generally a lot more responsive.

[Pickysaurus]

Windows OS are always responsive after a clean install. As soon as you start putting 3rd party software on them. They slow down.

This post has been edited by Pickysaurus: 16 Jun 2009, 19:20

[Prophet of the P...]

Haven't experienced any slowdowns so far. And it is loaded with all the apps that i use and games too. Also this thread is about Windows 7. If someone wants to talk about another OS then make a new thread about it. I dont want any Mac Vs Windows Vs Linux bitching.

[Nix]

Haven't experienced any slowdowns so far. And it is loaded with all the apps that i use and games too. Also this thread is about Windows 7. If someone wants to talk about another OS then make a new thread about it. I dont want any Mac Vs Windows Vs Linux bitching.

Agreed. OS debates are no better than religion or politics threads.

[Crazykenny]

Agreed. OS debates are no better than religion or politics threads.

And what exactly did you contribute by saying something thats already said? *sigh*

[The_Hunter]

And what exactly did you contribute by saying something thats already said? *sigh*

I find this specialy funny comming from you Kenny when 8 out of 10 of your posts consist " "Thread subject" looks awesome " so i suggest you fix your own posting before you start telling someone else how it's done

And now back on topic please.

[Pickysaurus]

I am not running 7 yet because it's not finished.

[Crazykenny]

I find this specialy funny comming from you Kenny when 8 out of 10 of your posts consist " "Thread subject" looks awesome " so i suggest you fix your own posting before you start telling someone else how it's done

And now back on topic please.

And so does the post of 80% of the folks here, so basicly, if I like something that I cant critize upon I need to shut up? Okay...

[RaiDK]

I am not running 7 yet because it's not finished.

It's more finished than Vista will ever be.

[Pickysaurus]

It's more finished than Vista will ever be.

I have used the Beta and it has some vast improvements on Vista.
However, it lacks a default mail client... and some command-line compatibility with certain older programs.

Also it doesn't seem to work with TWAIN very well :S

This post has been edited by Pickysaurus: 17 Jun 2009, 19:51

[Nix]

I have used the Beta and it has some vast improvements on Vista.
However, it lacks a default mail client... and some command-line compatibility with certain older programs.

Also it doesn't seem to work with TWAIN very well :S

Curious, why do you want a default mail client? There are plenty of others that can just be downloaded.

Also, as far a compatibility goes, if it's not a program you use constantly, you could try getting Virtualbox and running older versions of windows in it.




But I have Vista myself, and I'm with you as far as waiting for a "done" release.

[RaiDK]

I use dosbox for any older dos programs.

[C.o.m.m.a.n.d.e....]

I use dosbox for any older dos programs.

good program. altho im quite surprised ppl still use dos programs the only game that i have that uses dos is the original warcraft 1 and 2

[RaiDK]

Yeah, I only use it for old DOS games

[Prophet of the P...]

I have used the Beta and it has some vast improvements on Vista.
However, it lacks a default mail client... and some command-line compatibility with certain older programs.

Also it doesn't seem to work with TWAIN very well :S

MS took out a lot of stuff due to people bitching about anti competitiveness. Movie maker, live messenger, photo gallery and live mail all are now add ons that you have to get separately.

[-Xv-]

Well.. I havent' used it much, as I don't like this "streamlined" look, or maybe I'm just too accustomed to my "old-style" windows look (win95t hru xp)

I cant get irc to run on win7, which is weird to begin with. I also can't get a few other programs to run which xpro never had a complaint about... and when I first started up the TV and extended the desktop on it (its how I watch most of my movies) it crashed ati..., I tried a few things, changing settings, Reinstalled drivers etc..but I can't get it to work, and it works fine with XP.

So far, the ONLY reason I would find myself upgrading to Win7 over the summer on my newly built rig is Directx11, nice pull Microsoft.

Call me biased, or having just bad luck, im stickin with xp: /

[Pickysaurus]

Curious, why do you want a default mail client? There are plenty of others that can just be downloaded.

Also, as far a compatibility goes, if it's not a program you use constantly, you could try getting Virtualbox and running older versions of windows in it.




But I have Vista myself, and I'm with you as far as waiting for a "done" release.

I prefer to use Outlook Express (Pre-Vista) and Windows Mail (Post-Vista). Mainly because they are built into the OS and require no download to install. Alot of third party software bugger up my registry *cough* Opera *cough*

Well it's simple commands, like when I was installing my scanner. It is supposed to extract the file and run a batch file to begin the installer. However, the Cmd Line program came up and complained of a missing file. This installation works flawlessly on XP & Vista.

[Nix]

I prefer to use Outlook Express (Pre-Vista) and Windows Mail (Post-Vista). Mainly because they are built into the OS and require no download to install. Alot of third party software bugger up my registry *cough* Opera *cough*

Ah. In that case it is merely a case of people in suits saying you can't have nice things.

Well it's simple commands, like when I was installing my scanner. It is supposed to extract the file and run a batch file to begin the installer. However, the Cmd Line program came up and complained of a missing file. This installation works flawlessly on XP & Vista.

Oh, that's quite a bit different then.

[beefJeRKy]

I prefer to use Outlook Express (Pre-Vista) and Windows Mail (Post-Vista). Mainly because they are built into the OS and require no download to install. Alot of third party software bugger up my registry *cough* Opera *cough*

Well it's simple commands, like when I was installing my scanner. It is supposed to extract the file and run a batch file to begin the installer. However, the Cmd Line program came up and complained of a missing file. This installation works flawlessly on XP & Vista.

Have you tried Mozilla Thunderbird? It isn't MS outlook but works just as well as Outlook Express IMO.

[Pickysaurus]

Have you tried Mozilla Thunderbird? It isn't MS outlook but works just as well as Outlook Express IMO.

If I wanted to download a mail client I'd probably use Windows Live Mail (same as Windows mail but linked with your hotmail account).
Just prefer to use the one that the OS supplies

[agawtrip]

some says 2GB of RAM is not enough for gaming in windows 7, so that's why im still using XP.

i'll wait for the service pack 1 this june or july and read reviews and benchmarks....