Windows 7: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7
- 10/12/09 3:18 PM
Windows 7 - Low expectations
by ironhair271 - 10/10/09 1:05 PM In reply to: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7 by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I have to upgrade from Vista. When did Microsoft ever release an operating system that made upgrading a simple process?
High Expectations of Windows 7
by tiger1688 - 10/10/09 1:11 PM In reply to: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7 by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
To me is anticipation, expectation and even a bit of hope.
Reason being:
1. This is the flagship product from one of the top company in the world.
2. This is to show whether the legacy of Windows can be carried into the next stage of the company.
3. This new version will dictate the platform to transition/compete to/in the ASP platform.
4. This is to show a top company is what it is: to fix a previously failed flagship product launch; to show engineering leadership; to prove new management team results.
5. For the price point it is set at, it better be a sound product. We are not just paying for Windows, we are paying for all of Microsoft's products' R&D and legal costs; as unfair as it is, of course the big company and market share dominater will take advantage of that, even thought at the expense of its customers.
6. To maintain close to 90% market share and with a loosing battle with the IE front in all parts of the world, which will guarantee the less people using IE, the more market share Windows will diminish, right now the momentum is that.
7. It should be a high expectation of Steve Ballmer as a leader and CEO, as I don't see him on the stage sticking his head out with a do or die attitude that he used to have. I think he has been getting too comfortable and needs to come out and lead.
8. The Windows PC industry cannot afford another failed attempt of major Windows release. Even the market share equals to the chips in your hand to go into play a comfortable round of poker, you should not throw away the chips until you realize that it might be too late. Who knows, the next thing you might see is Apple releasing the next OS version that started to take the OS market share competition to the next level. And let's not forget Google with the, again, attempt of the thin client platform/OS. which levels the playing field even more, if not leaning to none Windows platform.
9. The IT consulting and service industries need more successful stories to gain economic ground of their business. A high expectation of successful launch and smooth migration (it has a very rough start) to carry the momentum to build customer confidence to continue to build business opportunities in IT investments.
10. With no straight migration path from XP to 7, Windows 7 is already missed high expectation and probably settle for a mediocre success. To protect VISTA at the expense of 7 will prove to be right or not soon.
I don't care .... Switched to Mac last year
by CalicoTude - 10/10/09 5:08 PM In reply to: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7 by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I got Snow Leopard, am currently on 10.6.1. Like it (but it's not that different from Leopard -- the OS X version at the time I switched). I laugh at how I was such a Windoze fanperson before Vi$ta. I've also had some Linux experience via a home-built computer ... went through Red Hat, SuSe, and Ubuntu and frankly never really used it much on a daily basis.
Good for you, do you mean a Mac Pro, the one that you could
by FrenchyHey - 10/14/09 4:03 PM In reply to: I don't care .... Switched to Mac last year by CalicoTudeOpen the "hood" or you men a closed tight lock box?
I would like to know about I moved to a "Mac" when you say that you mean a "all in one solution" or the Mac Pro.
Would like to know what you did gain in freedom and what you lost also.
Or it is just perfect with a Mac?
Thank you
My expectations for the final version of Windows 7.
by John01Racing - 10/10/09 9:56 PM In reply to: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7 by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I expected to be:
1. Well presented and great looking.
2. Fast Performance. (depending on the computer performance)
3. Great Compatibility with older games, and software. (minimum at least x86 [32-bit] programs and games for the 64-bit)
4. Great Customization.
5. Almost no bugs or glitches.
6. Good for beginners.
7. Good for gaming.
8. Great for business
windows 7
by terrypowling - 10/11/09 2:40 AM In reply to: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7 by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I care not for windows 7 as am a linux user, easier and nearly virus etc free.
High Expectationa
by lwhite - 10/11/09 8:55 AM In reply to: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7 by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I have used MS OS since MS-Dos days. They never seemed to get it exactly right. Now they have a chance to prove to everyone that they are the pro's they claim to be. They could actually give value for the money. I sure hope they do. We will see. Also, Vistas SUCKS! So much it doesnt do right and some things it does. Come on Microsoft, get it right this time.
My Expectation: Medium to High
by CardsFan29 - 10/11/09 9:23 PM In reply to: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7 by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I think overall it will be well received, but of course it won't be a 100% flawless start. It's nearly impossible to sort out every little bug on the initial release. However, I don't expect a major issue with 7. I have tried the RC in a Virtual Machine and it has been nice so far.
Too bad there isn't a direct upgrade option from XP to 7...
I plan to get my hands on a copy of Windows 7 Professional ASAP after the release. I'll still dual-boot for a while, just to be safe.
Why not:?
by Samuel-Kahn - 10/12/09 1:28 PM In reply to: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7 by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
Cost!!
I am a retired DOD Civilian.
At $120 my resources will keep ne buying it.
If MS can offer it to students at $30, I'll wait until I need a new PC.
I am now using VISTA, I will put up with Vista.
Windows 7 is the best!
by anthonyapsi - 10/13/09 9:04 AM In reply to: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7 by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I've been testing the beta versions for the last year or so and I can't wait to get my free copy for my new laptop from the manufacturer. I have a 32-bit version of the beta but my laptop is a 64-bit version; right now I am not getting the full power from my 4 gigs of ram but I will on the 22nd; I am looking forward to this! I have my hard drive partitioned and I am dual booting with 64-bit Vista. The 32-bit version of Win 7 has a higher index rating than the 64-bit version of Vista. Go figure...
Too Cheap
by Kishul0306 - 10/14/09 11:14 AM In reply to: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7 by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
I'm just not willing to fork out more money to get a new os as my current vista works just fine for me. It may have it's problems but it's original and I don't want to go through the trouble of getting accustomed to a new os
Windows 7
by AspieMum - 10/27/09 10:04 AM In reply to: Poll: Your expectations of the final release of Windows 7 by Lee Koo (ADMIN)
My computer is so old it can't cope with Windows Vista (the upgrade advisor program found all sorts of compatability problems not all of which are solvable) let alone Windows 7. Windows XP is as far as I can go unless I buy a new computer and that is unlikely so long as mine is working- I don't have the money to buy new for the sake of it).
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