Microsoft Windows XP Professional [Old Version]

Customer Reviews

This Operating system is good but overpriced

2004-11-27
I think that this is a very good Operating System, but it is FAR TOO OVERPRICED!
A Note to the person who has the issue with disk#4 of his setup disk set:
Try and get access to another computer and run diskcopy, if that does't work, then boot into MS-DOS with a Windows 98SE bootdisk and select the CD-ROM Drive letter and then type "CD I386" then type "winnt" then it will start the installation from the Compact Disc.
I gave it 4 stars because i believe that they could sell a better Operating System for that price.

Window XP Professional

2004-11-25
I purchased a package for window xp in may this year and just got a computer on which I wanted to use it. On Thursday Nov. 25, we wanted install it but the boot disk # 4 was observed to be problematic and thus the whole installation was not successful.

Please advice me.

Thanks

Rev, Ndorleh

Windows XP Pro Is the Way To Go!!!

2004-08-17
Ok- I know that a lot of people say that they have a lot of problems installing Windows XP. First of all- the way that XP Handles Drivers is very different from 95,98,ME, and 2000. Many drivers do not work with XP, so it is important to contact your hadware manufacturer(s) to make sure that it is compatible. Older hardeware (ESPECIALLY LAPTOPS) may not have drivers that are compatible with XP. However, if you are building a new PC... I highly reccomend Windows XP Professional. Home edition is okay for a lot of things. But when you get into home networking and other advanced tasks, XP Pro is the way to go. I have had 2000 on my computer before this... and I always had problems. As soon as I upgraded to XP Pro, all problems went away. I also just built another computer... and XP Professional Works seamlessly with it. I am 100% satisfied with XP Pro.

A good operating system for lemmings, but not for me.

2004-08-01
First, here's my bias: I think the BEST operating systems are transparent. They get out of the way, and when they appear, they do exactly what we tell them to do (within their limitations, naturally). Or, as one Linux distro says on its website: "It is very important that you understand that choices are what makes xxxxxx run. We try not to force you onto anything you don't like. If you feel like we do, please bugreport it." This is diametrically opposed to Microsoft's philosophy. They seek to limit choices, hoping that eventually they will be the ONLY choice. Their products are ridiculously over-priced, and they seldom function as they should.

Windows XP certainly fits this mold. It is the most stable incarnation of Windows I've ever used (going all the way back to Windows 3.1), but it's also the most limiting. For one thing, it's SLOW, even on reasonably fast systems. I'm running Windows 98 on an old 380MHz K6-2 laptop, and it's faster than Windows XP on a 2.8GHz Celeron laptop. While it took lots of tweaking to get Windows 95 and 98 to do what I wanted them to do, it was at least possible. With XP, parts of the system are completely inaccessible, even for simple, routine tasks. For instance, it's impossible to even complete a defrag of your hard drive under XP. The system files are locked in place, and cannot be moved.

XP does offer a lot of functionality in some areas. It actually comes very close to being "plug-and-play". It is stable. Programs DO crash, but they generally don't crash the system. XP will set up partitions on your hard drive with very little effort on your part. And of course there is the real reason people use it: it runs the software that's written for it. It's also bound to be around at least until the Dept. of Justice sanctions on MS expire in 2007. Then they'll be back to their old antics.

In short, if you like to have choices, make your own decisions, and believe you should be in control of your own computer system, Windows XP is not for you. If you like to let others choose for you, blindly trust authority figures, and believe that gigantic corporations always know best, then you'll love it. Personally I think they should call it, "XP for Lemmings".

So far, so good

2004-07-06
I have been using computers since DOS 5.0 and this is by far the most user friendly, comprehensive, and powerful operating system I have used so far. Aside from Linux, if you are interested in an easy to use, dynamic OS go with XP professional. It has lots of features that are always coming in handy. Unless you wanna go crazy and are an IT Power User (in which case Linux), go with this OS. Its great.

SP3 makes this the greatest OS ever made!

2008-05-10
I recently had the delightful experience of running the latest XP Service Pack 3 offered as a free upgrade from Microsoft. While Windows XP Professional already impressed me, SP3 makes this the most important OS ever created.

With plenty of duds, Microsoft does manage to release a few gems such as Powerpoint, Excel, some really good games, and the Windows XP operating system. With SP3 Microsoft has hit a home run that immediately increases the value of tons of hardware (literally). This is due to the dramatic improvement in performance offered to this existing and otherwise depreciating hardware.

To label this enhanced operating system "the best ever" is a reflection of how well it does in a multitude of categories ranging from multimedia to basic everyday use. Comparing mainly it to Linux and Apple's OSX I am surprised how well good old XP Professional is handling itself under pressure with the help of Service Pack 3. Add to that the multitude of compatibility with software and hardware and this becomes a "killer OS".

After the upgrade to SP3 many systems with dual core processors will finally be given some justice. Lower latency allows audio professionals to make workstations out of budget systems. SP3 directly improves the way so many modern systems will handle music, audio, and video applications. Audio pops and ticks which have plagued early adopters of newest technology are reduced if not eliminated by SP3.

A Windows XP system can be further streamlined to make the user's experience more snappy. Many tools are available to help people with common problems such as figuring out what all the processes running in the background are doing, and if they are needed. A customized XP system running SP3 will redefine your idea of how fast your good old computer actually is. Thanks Microsoft for releasing SP3 and continuing to support Windows XP.

Don't buy the full retail version

2007-02-08
Only recently have I discovered the OEM versions of Microsoft operating systems. OEM cost $130. Full cost $280. Regardless of what you pay you can only install on a single computer. Why give your money to Microsoft?

And all around improvement from the past windows os's

2005-10-11
If you're reading this. You want to upgrade, your old computer to Windows XP Professional Edition here are a few things to keep in mind.

First thing is, you can download service pack two from Windows update. So no need to buy it integrated with XP.

These are what I consider the minimum system requirements:

256 MB of RAM. I have found is adequate more equals better.
500 MHz or higher will do.
7200 rpm hard drive will help a lot.

If you're running Windows millennium edition, or 98 upgrade now the stability is vastly improved. Gone are the blue screens of death.

Frequently asked question: is Windows XP Pro better than home edition?

Windows XP Pro has a more high-end networking features that most home users will never miss or would even know were missing. So for most users Windows home edition is fine. They both are based on the same code and are almost identical.

If you're thinking of upgrading from Windows 2000, I did, because I like the GUI interface better. But Windows XP is as stable as Windows 2000. So it's your call.

The plug-and-play ability of Windows XP is totally great! Windows XP will by default find most drivers for video card sound cards, network cards, etc. that is such a bonus gone in the days of having to search for CDs with drivers.

I recommend upgrading to Windows XP be a professional or home edition. It is a great operating system

Have some fun and get it done

Excellent

2005-05-24
The product of Windows XP- Professional is just what I was looking for with many updated features and I am looking forward in using it daily. It was shipped exacting when they had told me to expect it. But most of all, Service was "top knotch". I could not have asked to better service on any questions or problems I may have had. Customer service is a plus. I would not hesitate to purchase another product from this seller.

I Love Longhorn!

2005-03-25
First off, for people who are complaining about installing Windows 2000, it only took my approx. 6 1/2 hours! I love it because every time I launch Internet Explorer it freezes! I also love that theres 42 spyware programs and 78 tojans on my harddrive before I even hooked up my internet. The one thing I love the most though is that I can download any movie I want. Like the recently video game adapted film Mortal Kombat! It was at full quality on my 28.8k modem and it took about 3 minutes. The blue sceen of death happens so often i just went ahead and set it as my desktop and my screensaver. I also bought the separate Ctrl Alt Del accesory pad, ive had it for about 2 days and i cant even tell what key is what anymore because i've used it so much. But all in all DOS has been a blessing, and i hope everyone embraces Windows 95 into their homes.

- Shanana