Be Careful - Windows 7 Upgrade is crippling computers...

[Richard HAN]

Originally Posted by Jacer

Never understood why people rush to update to a new version of windows. Everyone knows(or should know) it takes many months after release to work out hidden bugs like this!

Precisely..! I just bought a new Thinkpad which comes with Windoze Vista, but the first thing that I did with it is to clean the harddrive and install XP Pro on it. I'm not even touching Vista, let alone be a paying beta tester for Windoze 7.

[source47]

Are those Mac vs. PC commercials produced by Apple all too true! My Advice? Switch to Mac!

[SeanIM]

Originally Posted by Pattaya-Addict

ill stick with ubuntu thanks, it runs so smooooooth and boots lightningg fast, no issues at all

Thanks for the reminder...I need to checkout the latest distro...

Even though I will likely be installing Win 7 Ultimate as soon as the box shows up...

It's good to have spare hardware laying around, just need to pickup a few new HDs...

[warriordave]

I'm using windows 7 since the beta launch and so far, no problem at all. Works very well with older programs too. I'm sticking with it but i'll be getting a Macbook soon

[Josh Anderson]

Originally Posted by source47

Are those Mac vs. PC commercials produced by Apple all too true! My Advice? Switch to Mac!

I upgraded from OSx 5.6 to 5.7... using the mac software updater.

Guess what...

I experienced the same problem being described by these windows users endless loop...

I had to do a fresh install of the older version to get things back

Anyone who believes a Mac commercial is reality... well they likely think that daytime soap operas are reality tv.

Also...

Upgrading to Snow Leopard has not been without its bad press and experiences either for many users:

10 Reasons NOT to Upgrade to Snow Leopard Right Away | Mac|Life

We just don't hear about it much because Mac problems are not as newsworthy as those issues with the operating system that most of the world uses.

[BIG Mike]

This whole OS debate is really pointless - on a personal level, use whichever one you're most comfortable and productive with. They've all got their good and bad points, but there really isn't any empirical data objectively supporting any one of them is the best.

Out of the box, they all tend to work as promised - until the human factor is introduced. That's went things fall apart and the finger pointing starts. At everywhere but the person using it, who, chances are, is the root cause of the problem.

You really gotta love it when you hear how so and so's computer was wiped out because of some virus/malware. And then you hear that they were using some freeware antivirus program, hadn't updated their OS in two years and all they did was download a program off a torrents site.

I've used Windows since its inception and NEVER had a major problem with it. I keep it updated, run Norton Antivirus, firewalled and I do regular backups. I also practice safe downloading, i.e.; only from trusted sources and steer clear from free stuff/sites that could be potentially harmful.

Your computer and OS are such vital tools in this business, you really need to become an expert at using and protecting them, regardles of what you're using.

[Steve Porcaro]

Gary

Thank you for the update....

I still am amazed people feel the need to upgrade as soon as something comes out. Maybe they had Vista

I love my XP pro on dual core whos whats it

People do not ruin your businesses be patient in upgrading

[Stallion]

Windows 7 has been running perfectly for me. I haven't had any problems with updates at all. I install them all and my computer is fine. I know it's "cool" to hate on Windows, but they control the market because they do a good job.

[getsmartt]

I don't like the new task bar thingy though, it's freakin huge and does not remind me of my MacBook Pro at all. I know MS attempts to copy Apple but I can't really say they 'copy' it since it never comes out anywhere near as good as Apple Sorry Microwhateveryournameis...

If you right click the task bar, select propertties, check "Use small icons", click ok. Then unlock the taskbar and you can drag the top of the bar down to make it closer to the size in XP.

Also for all of those that miss the classic "Quick Launch" bar...
Right click on the taskbar, hover over "Toolbars", select "New toolbar" Name it "Quick Launch" and save. Make sure it is active, You can now drag and drop your favorite programs into your new "Quick Launch" toolbar

[willyboy104]

ha, my upgrade was very smooth and easy, not sure why so many people are having a problem with this upgrade. I went straight from Windows XP to 7 Premium and everything went fine.

The only problem I can see is the intergration between Windows 7 and the latest Firefox which seems to want to crash an awful lot.

[Oscar D]

Originally Posted by Kay King

the tech was telling me that Windows7 will be very good - but he also advised "don't get it when it first comes out". Wise words.

Yes, that is sort of a general rule with PC software and parts etc.

Let other upgrade and find errors, then the manufacturer will hopefully fix the errors and then we buy

[MichaelHiles]

I don't care what flavor of operating system you use.

Never, ever, ever install the new version until SP1 comes out.

Vista 64-bit has been a champ for me. I think most of the probs have been with people who have upgraded from XP to Vista-32.

[netkid]

Besides the internal bugs that Windows 7 has, I wonder if the main problem is compatibility with third party software in your computers.

That has always been the sole cause of problems for Windows OS.

Bruce

[The Redfox]

I am still using Windows XP; have no intention of upgrading unless I get a new computer. I don't think I am missing anything by not upgrading.

[rapidscc]

Originally Posted by garyv

I agree - let others work the bugs out.

I love my windows XP, But it looks like the new Mac commercial may come true after all...

YouTube - NEW Get a Mac Ad - Broken Promises WINDOWS 7

LOL this one is really funny! Thanks for the laugh man..

I enjoyed it! TRUST ME

Omar

[SellItLikeItIs]

Well, let me put on my shocked face!

[Ken Snowdon]

I purchased a new laptop and it came with Windows 7 Premium installed, in my other laptop I have Xp. I am finding with Windows 7 it does not support Safari very well so I downloaded my trusty Firefox which works well with Windows 7 however one problem I am having is with my MOUSE it seems to want to do whatever it pleases, may have to cut it's tail off to slow it down, otherwise overall Windows 7 seems to be functioning fine.