Windows Vista – The Latest

April 4, 2007

I’ve been hearing and reading about issues with Windows Vista. I haven’t really experienced Windows Vista myself yet, but, here is what has come across my desk:

Some who are used to previous versions of Windows, are finding it a challenge at times trying to do things in ways that they were used to on the previous systems. Some programs are not working with Windows Vista, one that I heard about was Adobe Acrobat Professional 7.0. Most likely in my opinion is that companies haven’t had time to create compatible versions of software for Windows Vista. I’ve also heard of other issues regarding some drivers not having upgraded versions for Vista.

This just in…..I just read about a firm halting any upgrades to Windows Vista with their clients. They are having trouble finding PCs or laptops with Windows XP Pro on them.

My wife as suggested that I get Windows Vista for the purpose of learning it, and my response was that I’d rather get a new system with it on rather than installing it on my Dell. What if I don’t like it after the install. Removing operating systems can be a pain. With all I am hearing, I am afraid to get it. Based on what I am hearing, and if it is possible, I think it is a good idea to get a hard drive that is partitioned and have Windows Vista on one and a favorite version on the other. Don’t know if you can do that just by getting it from a store. I am interested in getting Windows Vista, but on my terms.

As I hear or read more, I will share it with you.

I have added a tab at the top for Windows Vista. If anyone has had any experiences with Windows Vista, please share them by clicking on the tab and leaving your comments for others to view. — Thanks