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The Better Systems Podcast!
 
March 6, 2010 Show Notes (PodcastIT006):
"Do I need Windows 7?"
The answer to that is...."depends". What I mean is that it depends
on several factors. What Operating System do you currently run? If
you are using Windows XP, then it may be possible depending on your
hardware. If you are running Vista (or your computer came with Vista
but you went back to XP), then your chances are better. Again, it is
based on your hardware. Windows 7 is more stable and more reliable
than Windows Vista.
If you are just using your computer to surf the net and check email,
then don't bother. You will be frustrated in learning a new
operating system. It would be best for you to just continue using
your computer "as is" until buying a new computer becomes a "have
to" thing. Then, get one with Windows 7 preinstalled. You will save
a lot of headaches.
If you are currently running Vista, then change to Windows 7!
Consider Windows 7 as an upgrade to Vista that uses less computer
resources. This makes your computer run noticeably faster. If you
moved back from Vista to XP, you may want to move to Windows 7 as
well. However, you may need to also upgrade your software that you
are running on XP. Check with your software manufacturer to make
sure. If your system came native with Windows XP, moving to Windows
7 may be a headache just because of the various driver issues.
Driver issues are the number one reason people don't like Windows 7.
You may just want to get a new computer with Windows 7 installed.
Better Systems Tech Tip: Microsoft has a download that can check
your system to see if moving to Windows 7 will work. You can go to
the show notes for this podcast to get the direct link at
www.houstonoutsource.com/podcastit. Quoting from Microsoft, "It
scans your hardware, devices, and installed programs for known
compatibility issues, gives you guidance on how to resolve potential
issues found, and recommends what to do before you upgrade" Try it
first. Then check to see if the software you "can't live without"
will be affected by checking with the software manufacturer.
WINDOWS 7 UPGRADE CHECK
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