Windows 7

[rofltown]

Bugger, really wanna chuck the RC on the laptop, as Vista is pissing me off, but can't get wireless internet at uni configured and IT can't help me

whats the problem your having?

 

[weevil]

October 22 confirmed release date.

 

[Black Flag]

I already have a stable vista platform. Why would I upgrade to windows 7?

 

[Ant_]

Anyone tried making remote access VPN connections with Win 7 yet, specifically l2tp?
XP worked flawlessly, Vista has sporadic problems so just wondering if they've fixed it or if its now broken completely.

Got the Cisco VPN client to work on Windows 7 just fine.

 

[kaysee]

Haven't read the entire thread just yet (no time)... but does anyone know how Windows 7 + games run? Specifically games like WoW and Age of Conan etc?

Any issues with it supporting these games (or do the games need patches)?

Cheers

 

[Borgsta]

Don't know about those games specifically but Devil May Cry 4 works much smoother on 7 compared with Vista.

 

[spitlizard]

I had a few audio problems with Left4dead but the latest update seemed to have fixed it. Don't know if it was W7 or the game but that same version played fine with Vista....meh!!

P.S. Does anyone know exactly what M/S did to make it so much quicker then Vista? surely it can't all be attributed to a much revised kernal!

 

[weevil]

A hell of a lot of small tweaks.

 

[spitlizard]

A hell of a lot of small tweaks.

LOL..A HELL of a lot

 

[spitlizard]

Another issue i'm having at the moment is with my videos; my pr0n isn't playing the sound anymore on mpegs....I'm devastated

 

[Borgsta]

that would surely be codecs. Every vid I have plays sound.

 

[weevil]

Home premium upgrade $49.99 US!

Ultimate upgrade $99.99 US.

http://www.engadget.com/photos/best...-work-details-windows-7-upgrade-plans/2062297

 

[Borgsta]

I'm definiately buying it.

 

[BluesInTheSky]

Anyone try the new build yet? Windows Build 7230?

 

[spitlizard]

Anyone try the new build yet? Windows Build 7230?

I've only heard of Windows 7 SP1 build 7227 (which I am downloading at the moment )

Didn't know there was another later release

 

[weevil]

Very little difference between all the later builds. It's all just minor bug fixes and tweaks.

 

[theboxmike]

My desktop computer is great so i never had any problems running vista pretty good os imo

Though how ironic i am writing this using my macbook haha

 

[Swooper Eagle]

I have had no problem with Vista, not one, not even a BSD and neither have my mates

I've been running it for about 2 years.

You're lucky!

I got a new Dell machine a couple of months ago. Within 3 weeks my internet connection wouldn't work because the telephony settings somehow got messed up.

Wish I'd bought a Mac ...

 

[Alpha1]

Installed Windows 7 Build 7229 64 bit few days ago, seems more stable, faster as well. And they have included most drivers as well in the ISO, so far so good, Windows 7 will definitely be the best.

 

[spitlizard]

Installed Windows 7 Build 7229 64 bit few days ago, seems more stable, faster as well. And they have included most drivers as well in the ISO, so far so good, Windows 7 will definitely be the best.

How do you find the compatibility issues with 64bit, is it a lot better now days?

I'm still a bit reluctant to try it at this stage

 

[wce_all_da_way]

Installed Windows 7 Build 7229 64 bit few days ago, seems more stable, faster as well. And they have included most drivers as well in the ISO, so far so good, Windows 7 will definitely be the best.

How do I update? Does it mean I have to re-install everything?

 

[sblack]

How do you find the compatibility issues with 64bit, is it a lot better now days?

I'm still a bit reluctant to try it at this stage

Nothing wrong with it. Windows 7 RC was my first 64bit OS and no issues whatsoever.

Best thing is that it allows you to utilise all your RAM if you have 4+ gigs

How do I update? Does it mean I have to re-install everything?

You can upgrade which means it keeps all your settings, documents, programs etc...but a clean install is also available and is preferred

 

[Alpha1]

How do I update? Does it mean I have to re-install everything?

Wce_all_da_way all drivers are the new versions, and it runs smoother and a bit quicker as well. As for upgrading I just do a clean install, I format my HDD and install it fresh. Reason being is that it takes too long to upgrade, up to 70 minutes or more I think. Have had no compatibility issues, no hangs, freezes etc. I am just waiting for the 7231 Build now, I think by the end of this week it will be released.

 

[spitlizard]

Nothing wrong with it. Windows 7 RC was my first 64bit OS and no issues whatsoever.

Best thing is that it allows you to utilise all your RAM if you have 4+ gigs



You can upgrade which means it keeps all your settings, documents, programs etc...but a clean install is also available and is preferred

I am seriously thinking about going 64 bit but still a bit worried Mind you I am hanging out for the latest RC version (64 bit included) to see if it corrects the serious problems I am having with all things audio and visual....Anyone else having these probs

 

[sblack]

I am seriously thinking about going 64 bit but still a bit worried Mind you I am hanging out for the latest RC version (64 bit included) to see if it corrects the serious problems I am having with all things audio and visual....Anyone else having these probs

If you have more than 3.5 gigs of RAM, then 64 bit should be a no brainer to utilise what you paid for.

There is no problem with drivers. All Vista 64bit drivers work if they haven't released a Windows 7 version.

The next version out apparently is either going to be RC 7200 (despite builds over 7200 already being released) or 7300. 72/300 is rumoured to come out very very soon.