Vista versions...

Stereo · Post by **Stereo** » 30 Jan 2007, 05:20

OK, so my dad ordered me Vista Home Basic. I want to know how it compares to XP versions. I'll just use it for Photoshop, Internet browsing, games, music, video, etc... (VERY minimal use of 3Ds Max.) Video editing aswell.

Is Home Basic really that bad?

Carcrazy · Post by **Carcrazy** » 30 Jan 2007, 05:28

I think the only difference between Home Basic and Premium is that Premium has Media Center. So, I can't see why Basic would be that bad.

S2000_Skyline12 · Post by **S2000_Skyline12** » 30 Jan 2007, 05:48

Uh he said Vista home vs. XPs

Vista Home = Home XP {Pretty much the same kinda experience/No 3D Flip or Transparency}
Vista Home < Media Center Edtion 05 {Better media choices and UI}
Vista Home <Pro XP (86x/64x){Pro XP has better security}

If you have Pro or MCE then stick with em but If you have Home, then the upgrade won't feel that much difference other than the look of it (Unless you want Halo 2)(It's pretty much like a transformation pack for Home XP and if you want the 3D flip and stuff, you're not gonna get it with Home basic)

Jmac- · Post by **Jmac-** » 30 Jan 2007, 08:20

There are many differences between Home Premium and Home Basic, but the most apparent thing missing is the Aero Glass effects. Fortunately, Home Basic is pretty quick even on low-end machines. Definitely a lot quicker than XP with the pre-built, background-process-laden machines from the likes of HP or Dell.

prince1142003 · Post by **prince1142003** » 30 Jan 2007, 12:10

I also heard a rumor that Vista Home Basic won't be available in 64-bit version and will have the 4GB RAM limit imposed on it.

Stereo · Post by **Stereo** » 30 Jan 2007, 23:26

Meh, I guess I could install Vista as a 2nd windows.. (for Halo 2 maybe =\)

It was free anyways. Only $10 shipping. Until then, I'll stick with XP Pro.

korge · Post by **korge** » 30 Jan 2007, 23:34

yeah, I thnik the whole Vista thing is just to compete with Mac.. Trying to prove that its not a geeky system and that Windows can be hip aswell..

Im refering to the Mac vs PC commercial.

prince1142003 · Post by **prince1142003** » 01 Feb 2007, 00:02

I just heard that if you purchased a Windows XP w/ Vista Upgrade coupon, you will not be able to revert back to XP once you recieve and install Vista. Seems like Microsoft will invalidate the CD-key on your XP version.

S2000_Skyline12 · Post by **S2000_Skyline12** » 01 Feb 2007, 00:13

XD Thats kinda funny but about the taxing thing heres some info about it's tax, heres a pic of mine

Post by **GT3x24x7** » 01 Feb 2007, 01:20

Ok I'll bite, wtf are you talking about?

S2000_Skyline12 · Post by **S2000_Skyline12** » 01 Feb 2007, 01:35

Oops wrong topic I think it was another vista topic that someone said that the tax was 5 dollars or something sorry lol

Stereo · Post by **Stereo** » 01 Feb 2007, 03:00

prince1142003 wrote:I just heard that if you purchased a Windows XP w/ Vista Upgrade coupon, you will not be able to revert back to XP once you recieve and install Vista. Seems like Microsoft will invalidate the CD-key on your XP version.

My dad purchased a bunch of Windows 95 CDs for upgrades. I don't think I'll need to use the XP CD...