Vista Home Premium

[Rottie]

I am little confused which Windows Vista version is like Windows XP Pro? Ulitmate? Home Premium?

My computer has Windows XP Pro OEM should I buy an upgrade version or a full retail version?

I am not sure if I am ready for 64-bit OS and I am going to upgrade to 2GB memory.

 

[lxskllr]

Business is the closest to XP pro. Most people don't need that for a home environment though. I think Home Premium is the best match for most people. I'd probably stick with 32bit for the time being. You can always get the 64bit disc from MS for about $10 shipped.

 

[Noema]

In a nutshell:

Home Basic >> XP Home
Home Premium >>> XP Media Center
Business >>> XP Professional

Ultimate combines the best features of both Home Premium and Business; it has no XP equivalent.

I recommend either Home Premium or Business, depending on the features you need. Here is a very nice and comprehensive list with all the features for every edition.

 

[corkyg]

And if you need both Home Premium and Vista features, you then are at Ultimate.

 

[Rottie]

I ran Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor program to scan my system and suggested me to upgrade to Vista Business.

I read link from Noema and I feel that Business version is like too much bloat like some stuff that I don't need and Home Premium might lack what Business have such as Fax Program.

It is a hard decision for me 🙁

 

[MrChad]

Originally posted by: corkyg
And if you need both Home Premium and Vista features, you then are at Ultimate.

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