Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate - 32-bit

I like this program!

Strengths: Strong security, nice interface

Weakness: Price, problem with sidebar

I've heard both pros and cons about Vista, but I guess I'm one of the few that actually likes it. It seems to run fast and stable, except for a problem with the sidebar in which there are many fixes on the web for this but sadly none of these have worked for me. My only solution seems to be reinstalling Vista which I don't really want to do at this time.

Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (first released end...

Strengths: Virtually a total rewrite of the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems. More security functions/protection, more intuitive, more powerfull, as well as overall faster and smoother operating.

Weakness: Nothing more than any new opsys (i.e., nobody writes perfect coding), so expect the usual patches and service releases.

There have been a number of excellent 3rd-party developers that have been providing a bridge for the shortcomings of previous Windows operating systems in the graphical, or eye-candy sense (i.e., Stardock is a prime example). Vista Ultimate shows Microsoft is keeping their eyes and ears open. You certainly don't need to rush out and buy all new hardware, as long as you're not the type that never...

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Windows Vista Ultimate: All Style, No Substance -- A...

Strengths: Looks great. Lots of fancy sounds, animations, effects. Gadget Sidebar is a nice addition, allowing simple common tasks run on the desktop. Improved built-in video and image programs,

Weakness: Slow. Took 6 hours to install (XP & 2000 took 20-30 min max to install) on my Nvidia-based Core2duo 6600 system w/ 4gb ram. Opens programs and runs them slower than XP. Usual no support of drivers

I've been an avid PC user since '92. In the last few years I've used both Mac and PCs at home, so when I heard rumors that Windows Vista (aka Longhorn) would bridge the gap between the affordable, expandable functionality of Windows with the clean, attractive efficiency of Mac OSX I was geared up for a return to PC purity. I was thoroughly let down from the point I had to shell out almost $200 to...

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Vista ultimate

Strengths: New cool design, easier, faster, new features

Weakness: 64bit is useless, not many drivers, old hardware driver support is not available.

I made the switch to Vista and the only thing I'm not happy with is the lack of 64bit drivers and software even from microsoft. Other than that, I'm happy with vista, so far other than roxio compatability problems I have no other ones. I love the gagets, and Thank God they are free to download. There are new games that come with Vista and Texas hold'em is one of them with the ultimate. ;) also...

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Windows Vista Ultimate (OEM License, PC)

Strengths: Rich in features

Weakness: Lack of drivers

It is a good improvement over XP. I had no trouble installing it because I had gathered all the drivers that I would need prior to the actual install. Granted it takes a long time to install if you need to format a large hard drive. So far I'm very happy with it.

Windows Vista Ultimate

Strengths: Graphics, UAC

Weakness: Drivers, 3rd Party Support

In many ways Vista is a step up from XP. However, it just isn't mature enough yet. I like the new 3D UI, but it doesn't work too well with my non-standard display. Arguably, this isn't Microsoft's fault--the graphics driver is to blame. It may also surprise some, but I actually like the new UAC system. Microsoft really put a lot of work towards separating administrative and non-administrative...

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Vista is great, just alittle problems

Strengths: Basically everyone mentioned all its goodness...the eye-candy, the programs, the extras, features, and design.

Weakness: drivers, lacking in drivers... but if you give it a little time there will be more than sufficient drivers out by the manufactures...Also another problem is the amount RAM you have...

Microsoft has made one great operating system with all the looks, abilities, features and all that great stuff. The only thing is ! Do NOT exceed 3 Gb's of RAM if you are going to run Vista ! Exceeding 3 Gb's of RAM in your system while running Vista has been known to cause problems in the operating system, Microsoft hasn't fixed it yet i guess... Another thing is make sure you keep those drivers...

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