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11-25-2006, 04:58 PM
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New OS
If a person were to make a new computer, which OS would you suggest for him and why?
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11-25-2006, 05:40 PM
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In general, stick with Windows XP Home. It is the most popular and recent OS. Pro isn't needed for most people, and x64 has driver issues.
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11-26-2006, 06:46 AM
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So whats the difference between XP Home and XP Media Center?
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11-26-2006, 07:36 AM
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XP Media Center is literally XP Professional.
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11-26-2006, 08:38 AM
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Have you considered Linux? If you don't want to shell out for XP then a free linux distribution might be a good idea. Although i will be fair and say that Linux environments can differ a lot from windows and you may find it challenging (or potentially impossible depending on hardware you plan to use) if you've only used windows in the past. I use Ubuntu, it keeps me happy.
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11-26-2006, 08:56 AM
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However, make sure you read the hardware requirements for MCE as it is slightly different from XP. |
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11-26-2006, 08:56 AM
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What is Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005? Windows Media Center Edition Features Comparison Chart  Cricket
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11-26-2006, 12:45 PM
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So basically the only downfall of Media Center is that it doesn't connect to the network wireless. but that should be fixed if you get a wireless card or get your network wired.
Other than that it does everything that Professional does ... right? |
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11-26-2006, 01:16 PM
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No. Supposedly the newer versions of MCE are based off of XP Home and not Pro. Also, what are do you mean MCE doesn't connect to the network wireless? Without a wireless card, no OS can allow you to connect wirelessly.
If you want your computer to be a media hub, you get MCE. Otherwise it's Pro or Home. Another thing to consider is that if you buy XP now, you'll probably get a coupon for a free Vista upgrade. The intended use for your system will help determine which OS to get.
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