So Windows vista’s out

[ZombieFriedNuts]

Microsoft has released vista, dose anybody care and will you be buying it. Has anybody tried it because a friend of mine has and he crashed it within 10 minuets.

the bbc has a bit of info

[Csargo]

Microsoft has released vista, dose anybody care and will you be buying it. Has anybody tried it because a friend of mine has and he crashed it within 10 minuets.

the bbc has a bit of info

I read a review on it. I won't get it, but it will start to show up on the newer computers(of course). Bill Gates was on The Daily Show last night and they were talking about it. I'll find the video later.

[Stig]

I won't get it, XP can last for about 5 years now, by that time I might buy a new PC and get the new thing with it

[The Stranger]

i wont buy it... its like 350$ even if i wanted it i couldnt afford it... :P

[Omanes Alexandrapolites]

My PC struggles with M:TW, has to search through it's memory to find the tinest little bit of RAM for R:TW and EB almost burns my computer to ashes. Henceforth I will not be getting Vista, it's not that I don't want to, it's more than I can't - my PC can't run it.

[Samurai Waki]

Not until DX10 Games start coming out enmass.

[Xiahou]

I'm expecting my next PC upgrade won't be including Vista. I think it'll be at least a couple years until gamers are forced into buying it.

[DukeofSerbia]

Don't care until release of the first Service Pack 1 for Vista to solve security problems (like in every version of Win in the past).

[Spino]

MS is really hyping this baby like it's the next coming of Baby Jesus. I spotted a massive, state of the art RV splattered with MS and Vista logos right outside my place of work yesterday morning (corner of 44th & Broadway). I'm sure they were trying to get the word out with flyers, freebies, demos and other assorted silliness. Hey you, come over here and let me show you a good reason for plunking down a few hundred bucks for this gizmo that costs a ton and will run slower on your PC than XP! Wheeee!

MS has, in part, failed to realize that OSes are not like cars or TVs where incremental advances in technology can become a huge selling point for consumers. Most people don't give a hoot what an OS can do so long as it is stable and runs their favorite applications with nary a hiccup. However, there are clearly some at MS who saw the writing on the wall which is why DX10 is a Vista only application. Unlike the average computer user hardcore gamers come from the same stock as car & gizmo junkies in that they are obsessed with anything which will improve their perceived experience, regardless of whether those improvements justify the expense (i.e. the uber-expensive Crossfire/SLI phenomenon).

I agree, DX10 games won't be a factor for at least another year, possibly longer.

[Mikeus Caesar]

MS has, in part, failed to realize that OSes are not like cars or TVs where incremental advances in technology can become a huge selling point for consumers. Most people don't give a hoot what an OS can do so long as it is stable and runs their favorite applications with nary a hiccup. However, there are clearly some at MS who saw the writing on the wall which is why DX10 is a Vista only application.

You're forgetting the sheeple mentioned in the iPhone thread.

The general public are all muppets who believe New > Old.

I personally believe it's all a great conspiracy between M$ and hardware manufacturers. Release an OS that they know a whole load of people will want to buy, but requires a new and very expensive computer to run, while having all these hardware products endorsed by M$, thus allowing them to recieve a slice of the sweet pie.

XP to the death! It can last for about 5-6 years i bet.

[Husar]

I have it but I want to get a new HDD for it first, I want to keep this one for XP for now.

[The_Doctor]

My University is a part of the Microsoft Developer Network Academic Alliance (MSDNAA), so I can legally get a free copy of Windows Vista Business, as well as a lot other stuff. I only found out this today.

[drone]

I may end up getting it in 2-3 years, but there's no way I'm going to "beta test" Vista. I'm building a machine in the next couple of months, and it's getting XP Pro. There is no upside to Vista, it's a pig, it's got restrictive DRM, and it's ready to be exploited.

[Beirut]

Moved.

[Xiahou]

I may end up getting it in 2-3 years, but there's no way I'm going to "beta test" Vista. I'm building a machine in the next couple of months, and it's getting XP Pro. There is no upside to Vista, it's a pig, it's got restrictive DRM, and it's ready to be exploited.

But Bill Gates said it's been thoroughly tested, so there's no need to wait.

As a gamer, I'd guess it's gonna be roughly 3yrs until everyone is forced into DX10. I keep hoping for "never" instead of 3yrs, but you've gotta be realistic.

[Kralizec]

Not until DX10 Games start coming out enmass.

Ditto.

[The Spartan (Returns)]

no it costs 1 GB of memory i believe, and games with Shader 3.0 model such as Oblivion will still be worth playing for long.

[caravel]

It took me so long to move onto XP that it will probably take me longer to move onto Vista. All of the Windows Genuine Advantage stuff is likely to get even more annoying though surely? Anyone heard any info on that?

[Husar]

My University is a part of the Microsoft Developer Network Academic Alliance (MSDNAA), so I can legally get a free copy of Windows Vista Business, as well as a lot other stuff. I only found out this today.

Well, that's where I got mine from.

[Big King Sanctaphrax]

I am staying well, well away from Vista until I am obliged to upgrade for DX10 games. I really can't believe the extent to which MS have gone for form over function-you know you're in trouble when your new OS's big selling point is 'Transparencies! Woo!'

[Bijo]

Heh. Vista Schmista.

Those transparencies look nice, though. I must-- resist-- getting-- Vis-- ta. . . .
Arrgh! That's it! I'm gonna get it, just for the graphics! I mean, truly, it IS a GREAT OS improvement, isn't it?

[TevashSzat]

It is worthless to just go out and buy Vista now. Better to wait at least until after the first service pack so the problems it has can be worked out. I am probably gonna get it when i upgrade my pc in a year or two

[Husar]

I am staying well, well away from Vista until I am obliged to upgrade for DX10 games. I really can't believe the extent to which MS have gone for form over function-you know you're in trouble when your new OS's big selling point is 'Transparencies! Woo!'

I think there were more points when I tried the beta but since that was a while ago I forgot about them. Not saying they were big points though. It just felt better here and there.

[Caius]

Not until DX10 Games start coming out enmass.

i will play old games

[Lemur]

I'm still kinda nostalgic for Win2k. It had it all, and it ran like greased lightning on everything. Is it wrong to feel a little resentful for having to move to XP? Obviously, I'm going to take my sweet effin' time with Vista. Apparently there is no technical reason why DX10 can't work on XP, so maybe I'll just hang around waiting to see if Microsoft blinks on the issue. Unlikely, I know, but possible.

If you want to read up on the V word, I don't think there's a more comprehensive review than this one.

[sapi]

Considering that most of vista's features are focused on buisnesses, i'll hold off until games start relying on dx10

[Big King Sanctaphrax]

Apparently there is no technical reason why DX10 can't work on XP, so maybe I'll just hang around waiting to see if Microsoft blinks on the issue. Unlikely, I know, but possible.

Even if they don't, I imagine someone will hack it at some point.

[caravel]

Apparently there is no technical reason why DX10 can't work on XP, so maybe I'll just hang around waiting to see if Microsoft blinks on the issue. Unlikely, I know, but possible.

No reason at all, as far as I can tell either. This is quite simply a ruse to force more XP users onto Vista. Having achieved a virtual monopoly with their graphics API they are now in a position to dictate as to what you buy and when.

[edyzmedieval]

City-hystery caused by the arrival of Bill Gates in February. In Bucharest, on Magheru Avenue, instead of Christmas lights, we have Windows logos. At least 50 logos on the avenue, because Gates is gonna come to launch Vista.

~:|

[caravel]

Pope Gates I, ensures that all Cathosoft factions adhere to the code or face excommunication. Once excommunicated other Cathosoft factions can then crusade against that faction. Otholinux and Maclim factions cannot crusade, but can do what they like without the Pope's approval... they may find crusades heading their way though. The Cathosoft code involves the usual indoctrination, invading the users' privacy and working it's way into every part of their lives.