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I loved my xp yet with all thats going on with microsoft and not trusting any downloads and not even knowing what problems they would cause I decided to get a new computer. I purchased windows 7 because I didn't like the windows 8.. I have to admitt I like it. It's faster. I had to get used to the little differences but 7 is very close to the xp. I still do like some features of xp has but I'm glad I got 7.
I loved my xp yet with all thats going on with microsoft and not trusting any downloads and not even knowing what problems they would cause I decided to get a new computer. I purchased windows 7 because I didn't like the windows 8.. I have to admitt I like it. It's faster. I had to get used to the little differences but 7 is very close to the xp. I still do like some features of xp has but I'm glad I got 7.
I appreciate that you originally posted in this conversation a while back and took the time to come back to let everyone know what you finally did and why. I believe making the choice to get a Windows 7 system to replace your Windows XP system was the right choice for you and I am glad to hear that it is working out!
I did notice that you stated, "I still do like some features of XP ..." and I was curious as to what those features were (that are obviously missing from Windows 7 in your view or you wouldn't have stated that) so that perhaps myself or others could assist you in either finding the alternative (or exact same thing sometimes) in Windows 7 or perhaps working with you to find the most viable alternative for free.
I hope you will return to continue the conversation because those in these forums (that respond frequently) are here to help because they like helping others - nothing else. It is probably one of the better resources out there for this particular type of help that you will never have to pay for. *grin*
I would also like an answer to this. I have had the same problem many times.Except mine is the US.
Best answer I can give:
If you are running Windows XP on a machine you obtained BEFORE 2009 - you shouldn't worry about upgrading to Windows 8/8.1 on that particular machine in any case. It's unlikely to work and unlikely to have the specifications necessary to run properly.
Find a nearby local computer sales store (not a big-box store, mom and pop deal if possible.)
Hi,
The features I like about xp is the start menu,control panel menu and also when going to site where I have to log on 7 will not remember me. It seems you have to do too much of round about way to to find things ,like one click instead of 2. Also I have administration account with a standard acccount so Im constantly signing in for something. I have only had my 7 for a week Im still getting used to it. I just like the look of xp better and to me its a more friendly user edtion.
