Vista vs. Windows 7 question

Well, I have used both and will give you my subjective opinion. I used Vista with no problem whatsoever, I actually liked it. Last July Microsoft had a fantastic pre order sale, of 49.99 for the upgrade version of 7 (essentially the same as full retail version). I do prefer Windows 7. Essentially they are both the same "under the hood". Windows 7 has alot of eye candy, uses less resources and has better security; these are all good things. As far as MS support there is a time table that they must adhere to. With XP, they extened the schedule and I will admit that I am not all that sure that the same will happen with Vista. My bottom line, to you is if you are not concerned about the additional security and use of less resources. I do not think that you should go for the hundred plus cost, assuming that you are an average guy (financially). I would, however jump on the opportunity to buy it at a discount. I think that MS, will offer a "deal" down the road. The economy is poor, MS needs sales, and hence will give an offer that cannot be refused. To all those thay will come by and disagree, I began by saying that my post was subjective. Good luck.

It's not all that expensive for an OEM copy.

Newegg.com - Software,Software,Operating Systems,Professional

Lol... Windows XP is $20.00 more than Windows 7!!

markaz said:

Thanks for the replies....I should have posted that $ is not an issue (at least not now). Solid take Rich. Have there been vulnerability issues with Vista? Security IS a factor that I would consider.

I've never had any problems with Vista that I didn't create.

Hi Markaz,

I am not a security expert, I go by what I read and the comments of other forum members. Here is one blurb that may interest you.

An Introduction to Security in Windows 7

I really got involed with computers with Windows 98. I had one virus that was caught by my Virus Protection at the time Norton. After that attack, I became very concerned about virus, malware or worse. My research, other forum members and my own experiecne tells me that Windows 7, Microsoft Security Essentials and Malwarebytes is almost sufficient protection against the dangers that are waiting for you. Yes, almost, the last necessary componet that has kept me free from the dangers that lurk out there is common sense.

Any other comments or questions, just post. I will try my best to help you If I am lacking any information other members, just as helpful, will give their opinions, also.

Finally, what I should have said at the start, Welcome to the Forum. You will always be welcome to use our knowledge or to share yours.

richc46 said:

Finally, what I should have said at the start, Welcome to the Forum. You will always be welcome to use our knowledge or to share yours.

Rich has a point ...


Hello markaz, welcome to Seven Forums!