VISTA or XP ???

I prefer XP.It is the best OS i have ever used.Vista is ok but lot of compatibility issues.

I like xp via vista. I have used xp for long time and I am used to it. It is one of the best operating system. I am using xp for more than 5 years and I am still using it. I have tried vista operating system. It is also good but I don't see any major upgrade from xp other than that glassy themes and some visual enhancement. Also vista requires more memory to run properly and it does not support little old motherboards. I don't like vista mainly it requires more memory and with good memory also it runs slowly. Windows xp has gone through many updates and it is almost perfect, though there are some bugs. So totally I feel windows xp is better than vista.

Windows Vista vs. Windows xp With the release of Windows Vista just around the corner, many home computer users are probably wondering if now is the right time to make the jump to Microsoft's latest addition to the Windows family. Some are perhaps concerned about security and stability, while many are probably wondering why they should even switch to Windows Vista, because Microsoft Windows XP seems to be doing the job. The short answer is that there are several reasons for upgrading. For example, Windows Vista has: New features Improved security Better overall user experience I'll introduce you to each of these elements, and you can make your own decision. Discover new features in Windows Vista Windows Vista offers a considerable number of new and improved features over Windows XP. Some of these great new features include: Windows Aero: Windows Vista features a totally different look for its interface—a cleaner, transparent look with impressive graphic quality, not to mention Live Icons and the new Windows Flip 3D feature. Windows Aero requires a higher-end video graphics card; otherwise, Windows Vista is displayed using Windows Basic. Check with your computer manufacturer, or use the Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor to see whether your video card is ready for Windows Aero. Windows Sidebar: Windows Vista offers a panel (transparent, if you're using Windows Aero) that displays your selection of Windows gadgets—mini-applications that perform useful functions, such as a clock, a calendar, a Microsoft Office Outlook inbox representation, and currency exchange. Microsoft Windows Media Player 11: While you can download it for Windows XP, this latest and greatest version of Windows Media Player is designed for Windows Vista and shouldn't be missed. With its new graphics-oriented interface, Windows Media Player 11 abandons the text-oriented look and field of previous versions. Did I mention that you can also use Windows Media Player 11 to share your media over your private home network? Windows Search: One of the most helpful new features in Windows Vista, you can now search for files or applications from almost anywhere. Unlike in Windows XP, with Window Search, you can simply type a few letters of your search request, and the results appear on the fly—a helpful feature when looking for a file or application from the Start menu. For example, type fir, and Windows Firewall entries appear in the Start menu. Windows Aero is a wonderfully new, graphics-powered user interface. These are just a few of the new features that might attract your attention. Of course, there are many more features and improvements for you to explore in Windows Vista. Enjoy better security People are concerned about security these days—not only Windows security but also how to protect themselves and their families when using their home computers. Microsoft has addressed both of these issues head on in Windows Vista. Some of the improved security features in the new operating system include: Parental Controls: Windows Vista includes Parental Controls that let you as the computer administrator set highly specific boundaries for other users, including separate standard user accounts for family members, especially children. You can set rules such as which sites a certain user can or cannot access and hours during which a particular user can use the computer; you can also curtail access to specific applications and view where other users have been on your computer and on the Web. Windows Vista User Account Control (UAC): UAC is a new security feature that lets you operate Windows Vista more as a standard user than as a true administrator, where you have complete access to everything. Features that UAC protects, denoted with a multi-colored shield, require your permission or validation before you can access them. Windows Firewall: Windows Vista now features two different firewalls: the standard firewall that was available in Windows XP and Windows Firewall with Advanced Features. The latter offers true firewall protection, including bidirectional filters, meaning that both incoming and outgoing data are scanned. With Windows Vista's Parental Controls, you can set very specific rules and usage limitations for individual users. Other security features, such as BitLocker Drive Encryption, are available in some editions of Windows Vista. All Windows Vista editions feature the latest version of Windows Defender, Microsoft's anti-spyware application. An improved user experience The overall user experience in Windows Vista goes far beyond what is available in Windows XP. Some of the things that I've found really enjoyable are: The new Start menu: The Start menu displays everything within the context of a single menu. Instead of having to scroll through a list of applications (which took up considerable screen real estate in Windows XP), you can now view a single, collapsible Start menu. Improved folders: My Documents, My Music, My Videos, and so on are simplified and appear simply as Documents, Music, Videos. These folders are always present when you search folders. For example, if you're in the Documents folder, folder representations of Music, Videos, Searches, and so on, appear on the left side of the Documents folder. Live Icons: When you're using Windows Aero, you can hover your mouse over open windows in the task bar and see a live representation of what's running in them. You can get the same preview by using the Windows Flip 3D feature or even by pressing ALT+TAB to toggle windows and folders, which makes navigation much easier. Searching folders is considerably easier in Windows Vista. These are just a few of the new features that might attract your attention. Of course, there are many more features and improvements for you to explore in Windows Vista. Make the jump There are many more reasons than I've shown why Windows Vista is a more user-friendly operating system than Windows XP. Beyond all that, it's a much faster operating system. The days of waiting several minutes for Windows XP to load are over; Windows Vista loads within 45 seconds and is ready to go almost instantly. If you have to install Windows Vista, you can perform a full installation in about 35 minutes. If you're still on the fence about switching to Windows Vista, visit Windows Vista Get Ready at http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/ge...

I think GUI wise vista is far better than XP but u have to get the graphical appearance on the cost of the valuable CPU useage because of which it takes lot of RAM and computer hangs. Again security waise also XP is better there are loop holes in Vista(I always hear, m not expert in that), but with vista patches it will be better.

I think Vista is better Vista adds numerous features, including improved security and advanced multimedia capabilities. Vista also includes Trustworthy Computing and greater support for digital rights management. PCs running Vista require more memory than Windows XP; at least 1GB is recommended, with 2GB being a safer bet. Vista client versions are available in six versions.

for me XP is better from Vista. Vista is new and many hardware is not yet have driver for support vista. Vista also use more memory :(

Hi Gyagnesh, I have worked on XP its a good one and now i am working on Vista thats not that good but we can work on it. I have problem only with colours their only few colour which can be used in word and worksheet. The tool bar has less icon handy. enjoy:)

i'm satisfied with my vista

yes vista is the best.vista can defeat xp.i am using windows vista and it's mind blowing os.

Both are ok!But I think the XP like Middle age person;Vista just like a baby,have many problem.The baby will grow up.

For now XP is better than Vista, why? because XP is older and lots of bugs already fixed. But we know that all program or software whether it is small or big, it has bugs. Sometime we can depend on older software than on new released softwares. Lets give more time for vista to fix its bugs specially on software and hardware compatibility. Vista is for the future and we know that xp will be out off the market. As we know that vista consumes lots of our resources but our hardware capability go high and the faster and faster because of fast development of technology.Its just like a car that you upgrade the engine but not the body and a car that you upgrade the body but not the engine or you upgrade your whole car for a new look and new engine.

being a mac user I would tell you to go with mac os X, but in between the two XP takes it away. XP is microsoft's first stable OS's, it also does not use to much system resources and is quite secure. Vista, on the other hand, uses ALOT of resources, effectively slowing down your system. The security is overboard and not very good at the moment. Compatibility is also an issue now... This OS really has a lot of problems and has no major advantages over XP, I see no reason to change to vista at the moment. This is also why some computer companies are letting new users keep XP on their machines instead of getting vista

I prefer XP but it seems that will soon be obsolete.

XP is better right now but a wide margin. But since microsoft controls the world, they will force you to buy Vista soon enough.

I like XP better than Vista at the moment because many things aren't very compatible, and I have no problems with the OP I am using.

Hi Gyagnesh, I actually like XP better but they are going off the market in June of this year, that kind of sucks but they will be availavle for next few months. Vista works ok but got few minor errors hopefully they will improve within upcoming year or so. Good article on Wikipedia: Windows Vista Criticm check it out.