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11-08-2009, 06:56 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2006
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Well I am impressed. So far I have installed Windows 7 Ultimate on 2 systems 1 64bit on my desktop and 32bit on my HP 2133.
The HP 2133 (netbook) is a different computer now that the heavy and hopeless Vista Basic is gone. I think Microsoft have nailed it with Windows 7.
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11-08-2009, 07:57 AM
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The 'Stihl' Man
 
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: TAS
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RTM? Is that full versions?
Im looking at formatting my old work horse today, its only a P4 1.6, 1GB RAM (although im told I can buy a 2GB USB drive and "use" it as ram), small graphics card and a few HHD's. Would W7 be any good on this or should I just stick to XP SP3, which I dont have a problem with but thought id ask. The new laptop that is coming will get W7 for sure.
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11-08-2009, 08:21 AM
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Discovery 4
Join Date: Mar 2006
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RTM = Release to market
Yes it is the full version it wont go to retail sales until October. Partners, OEM and Technet members get access now. I would leave the old laptop on XP but any new system get windows 7. My bigger system at home didnt get as much benifit from Win 7 as it is a fairly high spec system. And in fact some apps like Lightroom seem slower
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### Blue Ranger Wildtrak V6 on the way. Factory Canopy & 140l ARB fuel tank. Discovery 4 3.0 TDV6 SE. Long range aux tank, Kaymar Rear Bar, 18" Off Road rims. Lotus Trooper. Mini Inspired by Goodwood. |
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11-08-2009, 08:47 AM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Central Q..10kms west of Rocky...
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You can get the 7RC version, with a six month licence on the cover of pc mags this month. I bought ULTIMATE $14.95 as it has the "how to" guide for 7.
I partitioned my hard drive and have both 7 and VISTA on my laptop. Installed no problems and Action Centre found and updated drivers for me. So far don't see much difference between 7 and VISTA. Will I spend $199 and update ? Not sure , see how 7 goes over next few weeks.
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11-08-2009, 05:19 PM
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Regular Schmuck
Join Date: Dec 2004
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I've got the 64bit version running and I quite like it. Can't directly compare it to Vista performance wise since I built a whole new box and stuck W7 on it. One thing I have noticed that I can compare is file transfer on my home network is *significantly* faster to and from this box. |
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Windows 7 RTM
Hybrid Mode