Windows Vista

I have heard quite a bit about Windows Vista ever since its much publisized launch in January. Much of it has been negative, however I decided I would try it out and see for myself. I purchased my 'Vista Capable' PC in December from Sony. The computer came with Windows Media Centre Edition, and to be frank it was slow and a horrible experience. Sony had promised to ship my copy of Windows Vista within 60 days. But with such a horrible experience that I had been enduring for 4 months, I bought Windows Vista Ultimate and hoped it would solve the woes my computer had.

Computer Specs;
Windows Media Centre Edition
Intel Pentium D Processor 3.20 GHz
2 Gig RAM
32-bit operating system
(For more information visit Sonys site and search for the VGC-RC310G)

As you can see, the much publicized 'Aero' display requires a 64-bit Processor, a requirement I didnt meet. Unfortunante news since I was looking forward to it.

The process was rather, and surprisingly, simple. I turned on my computer and waited for 10 minutes until the slow and sluggish 'last-gen' operating system started and insereted the Windows Vista Ultimate DVD. I ran the quick check included that makes sure your computer is ready, and started the installation. I selected the 'keep files' option, so I wouldnt lose all my files that I had accumalated. I would say the installation took a good hour or so to install. It was smooth sailing, and I had no problems. The computer restarted 3 times in the process, but I was informed via the manual that this is to be expected. I started the operating system for the first time and was hit with the first wave of Driver issues. I got around some of the program problems by right clicking the icon-> Properties->Compatibility Tab-> Run compatibility for XP SP2.
Currently I have all the functionalities of my old system back. The only issue that remains is a problem with Windows Media Player 11. For some reason it keeps revealing an error message that says the sound card isnt working, even though I can clearly hear the tunes of my myspace playing through.

Overall I have to say I am quite impressed with Microsofts new operating system. However, I do own an iMac and see there are alot of similiarties. Microsoft has made progress, however this progress is really just catching up the staggering pace Apple has set.