Hi,
I am an IT for many years with many experiences in windows operating system.
I usually install the latest windows version just as it is available but for the first time it's different.
I tried some alpha & beta versions of Vista (longhorn) and i installed the retail version for months, I had many problems.
First my hardware configuration: Pentium 4 3.4Ghz, 2GB dual channel DDR400, Nvidia 7900GS , 200Gb HDD, gigabit ethernet., Audigy 2. (Dual boot XP-Vista)
Not the latest available hardware but a reasonable machine.
I have the following problems:
- The display speed: I turned off themes to keep system responsive.
- many bugs:
- The time used to copy files is 3 or 4 times longer than with the same files on the same machine under XP
- Turned off those boxes who want the administrator password nearly each mouse click.
- Windows update: some updates do not install for weeks without any reason.
- I have a bluetooth adapter: works under XP , worked under vista without any driver but for months each time I start the computer Vista demands the driver 4 or 5 times and do not found anyone suitable, Why ??...
- many others ...
But no compatibility problems (software, even CD emulators with fake drives) ...
I do not think that Vista have a real interest now maybe in 1 or 2 years...
I think that the first service pack will solve many problems but for now, not very useable...
