File Management
As opeating systems become more complex, it is logical to think that they increase in size. Research the amount of disk space needed for the new Vista versions and compare these sizes with the XP operating system. Then draw some conclusions -- is more better?
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http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/evaluation/sysreqs.mspx
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/products/windowsvista/editions/systemrequirements.mspx
Obviously, with the latest Windows Vista, you are going to need at least 15GB compared to Windows XP’s 1.5GB disk space.
Is more disk space better? First, it all depend on how big is your disk drive. With my situation, I am running a Windows XP with a 160 GB drive and I do have 82 GB of free disk space left. If I decided to upgrade, this means that my free disk space would be cut down to 65GB and this also mean that I may have to upgrade to a bigger hard drive. I always consider what I need to accomplish my task. As of now, I am satisfied with my computer. Finally, I would probably stay with my Windows XP for the next two to three years.
Albert Eclavea
I think that operating systems should be as small as possible. A operating system should do it's best to promote the healthy operation of the computer, not hinder it. My computer is running just fine with windows xp and experiencing no problems or bugs, so I see no reason for me to upgrade to windows vista and unnecessarily hamper my system.
Marcus Thomas
I have had very limited exposure to all the information in the file management side but I think its what makes the train run. As far as is bigger better I think it depends on your needs not only now but future as well. Currently XP meets all my needs but whose to say what lies ahead...
C.J.
the vista requires 15 gb of free space and the windows xp requires 200 gb of space. Xp is full of different things, thats why it needs so much space to run.
http://blogs.zdnet.com/Bott/?p=64
http://www.microsoft.com/resources/documentation/windows/xp/all/proddocs/en-us/app_system_restore_hss_diskspace.mspx?mfr=true
maybe you meant 200MB NOT 200GB....i check that web site it says 200MB to run/install system restore.....
Albert Eclavea
oops i meant 200 mb ..
this is joseph delongchamps , i forgot to put my name
I'll just steal the above posters information for a second. If what they say is true, it's 1.5 GB for Windows XP and 15 GB for Vista. To add to that, there's the matter of what is that diskspace being used for. From what I understand, virtual memory requires a slice of harddrive space (1.5 or maybe 3 times as much as RAM, though you can increase it), and with the extra RAM needed to even run Vista, that's even more space that will be "compromised." Then there's defragmentation which relies on the amount of space freed, which goes back to how large the harddrive is in the first place. If you have a twenty gig harddrive, and you install Vista, defragmentation is going to be an issue. All in all, the increased need for space in Vista simply demands that the person using it has a large enough storage device to accomodate it, which means spending more money.
Joeshua Ladouceur
As I have mentioned above....it all depends on how you plan to use your computer. Right now, I am satisfied with the XP I have. I can do almost everything I need to do, i.e. aside from school work and internet research, I also compile all my photos and music. Gaming? I avoid using computer for gaming, hence PS2 or XBox.
Albert Eclavea
Vista is nice and all and it may take 200MB but i dont really care with a strong unuff hardrive i can run it along with some good RAM so im not worried about it. But what i am worried about is how glitchy Vista is thats the only reason i wont use it.
Windows Vista, you are going to need at least 15GB compared to Windows XP’s 1.5GB disk space. I think Window Vista is big and better to use. Window Vista have a lot of new features in it. But I think the Window XP have the same stuff that Window Vista does. Vista got to have the biggest hard drive that I can use.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_Vista
Sharon C. Anderson
Last Updated: Friday, 19 May 2006, 10:46 GMT 11:46 UK
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Microsoft reveals Vista checklist
Microsoft boss Bill Gates has given regular previews of Vista
Microsoft has revealed how powerful computers must be to run Vista - the new version of its Windows operating system.
It has given advice on the basic specifications to run the software as well as the higher capabilities needed to get the most out of it.
Also available is a downloadable tool that lets people know if the PC they own now will run the system.
Microsoft has said that Vista will go on widespread release in January 2007.
Spec check
Vista, formerly known as Longhorn, is Microsoft's long awaited update to the Windows family of operating systems and makes some big changes to the way that the software works.
Typically every release of Windows kicks off a round of PC buying as companies and consumers buy machines that can make the most of the novel features included in the new version.
Click here to see hardware checklist
Microsoft has released "minimum" and "recommended" specifications for Vista.
The minimum means that the operating system will run but some new features will be disabled. Recommended means that this is what is needed to get the most basic configuration of the whole package working.
For instance one of the big changes in Vista is the graphical look of the interface itself - dubbed Aero. In Vista the familiar boxes, windows and icons on the desktop are modelled as 3D objects - just like in many computer games.
Only those machines with a graphics card that has a significant amount of memory will be able to use this 3D display.
VISTA HARDWARE CHECKLIST
Minimum Recommended
Processor 800MHz 1GHz 32 or 64 bit
System Memory 512MB 1GB
Graphics card DirectX 9 capable Runs Windows Aero
Graphics Memory - - 128MB
Free space on Hard Drive 15GB 15GB
jennifer
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/4996998.stm#table
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