which windows vista package to get

robina_80 · 01-02-2007, 10:05 PM

you can now pre order windows vista from overclockers but i dont know what package to get theres so many?

kof2000 · 01-02-2007, 10:25 PM

best one is ULTMATE.

BAB · 01-03-2007, 12:30 AM

FONT="Arial"]Depends on whether 32 bit or 64 bit and antivirus etc etc.

32 bit vs 64 bit
Many programs, like sound programs will still not run effectively on 64 bit XP Pro, so although you may want to upgrade your computer for space or speed you may still want to use the 32 bit XP Professional Edition. Or the Windows Vista 32 bit. Windows Vista in Beta will have a 64 bit non-Beta released in February and that's also a possibility, however it will take other programs such as anti-viruses and such a while to catch up, so still the 32 bit is better until they work the bugs out, in my opinion.

64 bit may also have issues with being limited to certain brands of anti-virus software. "Avast" antivirus or "C/A" (Computer Associates) is something that I know works. IN summary if you are concerned about the use of certain programs, or what anti-virus you can use, then you might want to consider 32bit for now. Of course you should still check configuration settings & also want to make sure your computer is Vista compatible.

If speed is your only or primary reason for wanting Vista then there are other things you can do to speed up you computer:
2 - 150GB Raptors 10,000 RPMs
or a scuzzi drive at 15,000 RPMs
Use 2 of same kind in a RAID for HD
RAID 0 for speed instead of RAID 1 for safety
SATA not IDE compatible, SATA is faster
Check Heat Temperature
use 32 not 64 bit as explained above
You can also try overclocking
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_simon_ · 01-03-2007, 09:34 AM

This explains the versions a bit better: http://www.hiptechblog.com/2006/02/2...windows-vista/

Quote:

Windows Vista Starter - This edition does not include the Aero graphical user interface, hence it’s not Vista-branded. And there’s no 64-bit edition, no networking, no Fast User Switching, no DVD Authoring, no gaming common controller support, and no image editing with enhanced touchup, and only three applications/windows are allowed to run simultaneously. Good only for really basic users with low budgets.

Windows Vista Home Basic - This is the true baseline version of Windows Vista; think Windows XP Home Edition. You can expect to find features such as Windows Firewall, Windows Search, Photo Library and etc. However, it doesn’t include the Aero graphical user interface as well. Every other edition below will be based on this edition. Good for general consumers or even the kids.

Windows Vista Home Basic N - Same as the Home Basic Edition, but minus the Windows Media Player. This edition is for the Europeans as they have antitrust rulings against Microsoft which does not allow the player to be bundled.

Windows Vista Home Premium - This edition includes features such as Media Center Extender support, Cable Card support, DVD authoring and Tablet PC functionality. This edition is best suited for notebooks and networked home desktops, but it’s probably insufficient for the geeks.

Windows Vista Business - Analogous to the Windows XP Professional, this will probably be the most widely used edition in corporate environments. This edition allows joining of domains, non-Microsoft networking (Netware, etc), Remote Desktop and Microsoft Windows Web Server. Most geeks and IT professionals will want to go for this edition.

Windows Vista Business N - Just like Home Basic N Edition, this one is meant for the Europeans and comes with no media player.

Windows Vista Enterprise - This edition will come with several new features such as Virtual PC, multi-language user interface (MUI) and Secure Startup (BitLocker Drive Encryption).

Windows Vista Ultimate - This one is going to be the most expensive, most feature-packed, and perhaps the most pirated edition of Vista. It’ll include new and unique features such as Game Performance Tweaker, Podcast creation utility, online “Club” services and privileged product support. This edition will be perfect for Windows fanboys.

tobywuk · 01-03-2007, 02:28 PM

You WANT ultimate... but you dont want the price tag that comes with it. for that reason you want another version.. but you dont want home basic as you dont get the nice new vista glass affect visuals. Microsoft have mad it nice and simple this time... NOT

robina_80 · 01-03-2007, 02:41 PM

i think il get home premium what you think

XanderCage · 01-03-2007, 03:10 PM

if your gonna get vista right now get the ultimate, cause ull regret it in the future. Imo im not getting vista until after 1 year of its release, because me being mad pc user cannot stand for a program not to run, i FCKN HATE BUGS.

WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

[-0MEGA-] · 01-03-2007, 03:31 PM

Home premium is basically the same thing as ultimate, but you just dont get a few cool programs.

I would not pre-order it now, you will be able to buy them when they are first released, and if you give it a few weeks or months, then the price will go down.

And have you tried the Beta version? I highly recommend trying it, and if you run into driver problems, I wouldnt get Vista yet.

elmarcorulz · 01-03-2007, 03:34 PM

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showpr...odid=SW-040-MS

That seems very cheap. I know its only a OEM but still....Looking carefully, is it because its only 32bit? Where as all the expensive ones offer 32 and 64 bit with it?

cuffless · 01-03-2007, 03:37 PM

im getting home premium as part of the upgrade scheme and i think it will do most people fine.

taken from thevistaforums.com

If you are having trouble choosing which Vista Edition to buy, whether it is as an upgrade or a retail purchase, this guide is for you.

Windows Starter 2007
In order to offer a legal alternative to unauthorized copie, Microsoft released Windows Starter 2007 to emerging markets such as India, Russia, Mexico, Brazil, Thailand and Indonesia. It is not available in USA/Canada/Europe.
Pricing Currently Unknown
XP Counterpart: Windows XP Starter Edition
For beginner PC users with a very low end PC
Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic
Very limited: no Aero, does not work with incoming network connections, only allow 3 applications to run simultaneously, no DVD Authoring or Gaming Controller Support
32-bit version only, up to 256 MB of physical memory

Windows Vista Home Basic
This version is the basis for the next three major product editions. It contains the core elements of Windows Vista.
Retail: $199.00, Upgrade: $99.95 (USD)
XP Counterpart: Windows XP Home Edition
For budget users, general consumers
Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard
Features: Windows Firewall, Windows Security Center, secure wireless networking, parental controls, anti-spam/anti-virus/anti-spyware functionality, network map, Windows Search, Movie Maker, Photo Library, Windows Media Player, Windows Mail with RSS support and finally P2P Messenger
32-bit and 64-bit version available, up to 8 GB of physical memory

Windows Vista Home Premium
This version is the direct upgrade to Vista Home Basic and is what the average PC user will be using.
Retail: $239.00, Upgrade: $159.00 (USD)
XP Counterpart: Windows XP Media Center Edition
For home entertainment and geared towards the home user or the mobile user
Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard, Windows Aero
Features: Everything in Vista Home Basic as well as Media Center and Media Center Extender functionality (including Cable Card support), DVD video authoring and HDTV support, DVD ripping support, mobility (Mobility Center) and presentation features, auxiliary display support, P2P ad-hoc meeting capabilities, Wi-Fi auto-config and roaming, unified parental controls that work over multiple PCs, backup to network functionality, Internet File Sharing, Offline Folders, PC-to-PC sync, Sync Manager, support for Quattro Home Server, extra games, file system encryption, photo management application and finally Tablet PC functionality
32-bit and 64-bit version available, up to 16 GB of physical memory

Windows Vista Business
This version is an alternative upgrade to Vista Home Basic that is the edition that people will tend to use at work.
Retail: $299.00, Upgrade: $199.95 (USD)
XP Counterpart: Windows XP Professional
For businesses of all sizes, from the cubicle worker to the IT manager
Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard, Windows Aero
Features: Everything in Vista Home Basic as well as domain join and management functionality, compatibility with non-Microsoft networking protocols (Netware, SNMP, etc.), Remote Desktop, Microsoft Windows Web Server, Encrypted File System (EFS), IIS web server, fax support, offline files, dual (physical) processor support, Remote Desktop, ad-hoc P2P collaboration capabilities and finally Tablet PC functionality
32-bit and 64-bit version available, up to 128 GB of physical memory

Windows Vista Enterprise
This version is a step-up from Vista Business. It is offered exclusively through Software Assurance.
Part of Software Assurance Enterprise Licensing
XP Counterpart: None
For business decision makers, IT managers and decision makers
Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard, Windows Aero
Features: Everything in Vista Business as well as Virtual PC, the multi-language user interface (MUI) and the Secure Startup/full volume encryption security technologies ("Cornerstone")
32-bit and 64-bit version available, up to 128 GB of physical memory

Windows Vista Ultimate
This version is the top of the line version of Windows Vista.
Retail: $399.00, Upgrade: $259.00 (USD)
XP Counterpart: None
For gamers, multimedia professionals and PC Enthusiasts
Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard, Windows Aero
Features: Everything in Vista Home Premium and Vista Business as well as Windows Ultimate Extras (exclusive access to music, movies, services and preferred customer care) and finally additional customer service options
32-bit and 64-bit version available, up to 128 GB of physical memory

N Editions
In order to meet the requirements set by the European Union, Microsoft released Vista Home N and Vista Business N.
XP Counterpart: Windows XP Edition N
For Europeans that do not want Windows Media Player
Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard, Windows Aero
Identical to Vista Home Basic and Vista Business respectively, except that they are stripped of Windows Media Player 11
Still Can't Decide?

01-02-2007, 10:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
robina_80 Diamond Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: LONDON Age: 24 Posts: 1,836	which windows vista package to get you can now pre order windows vista from overclockers but i dont know what package to get theres so many? __________________ Windows Vista Home Pre x32 AMD 4200X2 S939 512K (2.2) 512M ASUS EN7600GSTOP SILENT 1x80Gb 1x320gb SATA2 2Gb Dual Channel PC3200 Non-ECC DDR Memory Gbyte K8N PRO SLi s939 nF4 530W TAGAN 2FORCE T530-U22 Clabs Aud 2 ZS 7.1 OEM

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kof2000 Diamond Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Oahu Age: 26 Posts: 6,273	best one is ULTMATE. __________________ QX9650@4.2 swiftech \|9600@3.0 9700 nt 780i \| 790fx 8gb ddr1200 \| 8gb ddr1200 2x150gb 3x1tb \|2x250gb 3x8800gtx \|3x2900xt 1gb 2x20xdvdrw \|2x20xdvdrw 15in1 card reader \|15in1 card reader ng15/g9 \|ng15/g9 1200w psu \|1200w psu 2x28" LCD \|2x28" LCD

01-03-2007, 12:30 AM	#3 (permalink)
BAB New Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 6	reply to your Vista ques FONT="Arial"]Depends on whether 32 bit or 64 bit and antivirus etc etc. 32 bit vs 64 bit Many programs, like sound programs will still not run effectively on 64 bit XP Pro, so although you may want to upgrade your computer for space or speed you may still want to use the 32 bit XP Professional Edition. Or the Windows Vista 32 bit. Windows Vista in Beta will have a 64 bit non-Beta released in February and that's also a possibility, however it will take other programs such as anti-viruses and such a while to catch up, so still the 32 bit is better until they work the bugs out, in my opinion. 64 bit may also have issues with being limited to certain brands of anti-virus software. "Avast" antivirus or "C/A" (Computer Associates) is something that I know works. IN summary if you are concerned about the use of certain programs, or what anti-virus you can use, then you might want to consider 32bit for now. Of course you should still check configuration settings & also want to make sure your computer is Vista compatible. If speed is your only or primary reason for wanting Vista then there are other things you can do to speed up you computer: 2 - 150GB Raptors 10,000 RPMs or a scuzzi drive at 15,000 RPMs Use 2 of same kind in a RAID for HD RAID 0 for speed instead of RAID 1 for safety SATA not IDE compatible, SATA is faster Check Heat Temperature use 32 not 64 bit as explained above You can also try overclocking [/font]

01-03-2007, 02:41 PM	#6 (permalink)
robina_80 Diamond Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: LONDON Age: 24 Posts: 1,836	i think il get home premium what you think __________________ Windows Vista Home Pre x32 AMD 4200X2 S939 512K (2.2) 512M ASUS EN7600GSTOP SILENT 1x80Gb 1x320gb SATA2 2Gb Dual Channel PC3200 Non-ECC DDR Memory Gbyte K8N PRO SLi s939 nF4 530W TAGAN 2FORCE T530-U22 Clabs Aud 2 ZS 7.1 OEM

01-03-2007, 03:31 PM	#8 (permalink)
[-0MEGA-] Diamond Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Concord, NH Age: 19 Posts: 25,278	Home premium is basically the same thing as ultimate, but you just dont get a few cool programs. I would not pre-order it now, you will be able to buy them when they are first released, and if you give it a few weeks or months, then the price will go down. And have you tried the Beta version? I highly recommend trying it, and if you run into driver problems, I wouldnt get Vista yet. __________________ Pentium Dual-Core E2200 @ 3.3GHz Gigabyte P35-DS3L ATI HD 3870 GDDR4 @ (875/2272) 4GB (2x 2GB) DDR2-1000 500GB SATAII HD w/16MB SilverStone 750W +12V@60A 3DMark06: 11515

01-03-2007, 02:28 PM	#5 (permalink)
tobywuk Gold Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 377	You WANT ultimate... but you dont want the price tag that comes with it. for that reason you want another version.. but you dont want home basic as you dont get the nice new vista glass affect visuals. Microsoft have mad it nice and simple this time... NOT

01-03-2007, 03:10 PM	#7 (permalink)
XanderCage Silver Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 218	if your gonna get vista right now get the ultimate, cause ull regret it in the future. Imo im not getting vista until after 1 year of its release, because me being mad pc user cannot stand for a program not to run, i FCKN HATE BUGS. WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

01-03-2007, 03:34 PM	#9 (permalink)
elmarcorulz VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: UK Age: 21 Posts: 6,023	http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showpr...odid=SW-040-MS That seems very cheap. I know its only a OEM but still....Looking carefully, is it because its only 32bit? Where as all the expensive ones offer 32 and 64 bit with it? __________________ C2D E6300 @ 2.6Ghz Gigabyte GA-965P-DS3 2GB DDR2 667 1TB (1x500GB 2x250GB HDD) BFG 8800GTS 320MB PFC Til I Die

01-03-2007, 03:37 PM	#10 (permalink)
cuffless Platinum Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 538	im getting home premium as part of the upgrade scheme and i think it will do most people fine. taken from thevistaforums.com If you are having trouble choosing which Vista Edition to buy, whether it is as an upgrade or a retail purchase, this guide is for you. Windows Starter 2007 In order to offer a legal alternative to unauthorized copie, Microsoft released Windows Starter 2007 to emerging markets such as India, Russia, Mexico, Brazil, Thailand and Indonesia. It is not available in USA/Canada/Europe. Pricing Currently Unknown XP Counterpart: Windows XP Starter Edition For beginner PC users with a very low end PC Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic Very limited: no Aero, does not work with incoming network connections, only allow 3 applications to run simultaneously, no DVD Authoring or Gaming Controller Support 32-bit version only, up to 256 MB of physical memory Windows Vista Home Basic This version is the basis for the next three major product editions. It contains the core elements of Windows Vista. Retail: $199.00, Upgrade: $99.95 (USD) XP Counterpart: Windows XP Home Edition For budget users, general consumers Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard Features: Windows Firewall, Windows Security Center, secure wireless networking, parental controls, anti-spam/anti-virus/anti-spyware functionality, network map, Windows Search, Movie Maker, Photo Library, Windows Media Player, Windows Mail with RSS support and finally P2P Messenger 32-bit and 64-bit version available, up to 8 GB of physical memory Windows Vista Home Premium This version is the direct upgrade to Vista Home Basic and is what the average PC user will be using. Retail: $239.00, Upgrade: $159.00 (USD) XP Counterpart: Windows XP Media Center Edition For home entertainment and geared towards the home user or the mobile user Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard, Windows Aero Features: Everything in Vista Home Basic as well as Media Center and Media Center Extender functionality (including Cable Card support), DVD video authoring and HDTV support, DVD ripping support, mobility (Mobility Center) and presentation features, auxiliary display support, P2P ad-hoc meeting capabilities, Wi-Fi auto-config and roaming, unified parental controls that work over multiple PCs, backup to network functionality, Internet File Sharing, Offline Folders, PC-to-PC sync, Sync Manager, support for Quattro Home Server, extra games, file system encryption, photo management application and finally Tablet PC functionality 32-bit and 64-bit version available, up to 16 GB of physical memory Windows Vista Business This version is an alternative upgrade to Vista Home Basic that is the edition that people will tend to use at work. Retail: $299.00, Upgrade: $199.95 (USD) XP Counterpart: Windows XP Professional For businesses of all sizes, from the cubicle worker to the IT manager Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard, Windows Aero Features: Everything in Vista Home Basic as well as domain join and management functionality, compatibility with non-Microsoft networking protocols (Netware, SNMP, etc.), Remote Desktop, Microsoft Windows Web Server, Encrypted File System (EFS), IIS web server, fax support, offline files, dual (physical) processor support, Remote Desktop, ad-hoc P2P collaboration capabilities and finally Tablet PC functionality 32-bit and 64-bit version available, up to 128 GB of physical memory Windows Vista Enterprise This version is a step-up from Vista Business. It is offered exclusively through Software Assurance. Part of Software Assurance Enterprise Licensing XP Counterpart: None For business decision makers, IT managers and decision makers Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard, Windows Aero Features: Everything in Vista Business as well as Virtual PC, the multi-language user interface (MUI) and the Secure Startup/full volume encryption security technologies ("Cornerstone") 32-bit and 64-bit version available, up to 128 GB of physical memory Windows Vista Ultimate This version is the top of the line version of Windows Vista. Retail: $399.00, Upgrade: $259.00 (USD) XP Counterpart: None For gamers, multimedia professionals and PC Enthusiasts Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard, Windows Aero Features: Everything in Vista Home Premium and Vista Business as well as Windows Ultimate Extras (exclusive access to music, movies, services and preferred customer care) and finally additional customer service options 32-bit and 64-bit version available, up to 128 GB of physical memory N Editions In order to meet the requirements set by the European Union, Microsoft released Vista Home N and Vista Business N. XP Counterpart: Windows XP Edition N For Europeans that do not want Windows Media Player Themes Included: Windows Classic, Windows Vista Basic, Windows Vista Standard, Windows Aero Identical to Vista Home Basic and Vista Business respectively, except that they are stripped of Windows Media Player 11 Still Can't Decide? __________________ Core 2 Duo E6400 2GB 667mhz Ram Ati x1300Pro 320gb HDD Vista Ultimate

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