[Hidden-tech] Questions Re: Win 8.1 and Win XP...

[Scott Ball]

Hi all,

Some real time feedback I'm getting indicates 8.1 is not ready for prime time. Multiple users are reporting problems with nvidia video drivers and office applications. One client of mine has returned a PC order from to the manufacturer 40+ units. They're requesting  Windows 7 pro in the replacements. I've also heard of antivirus applications failing to install or being automatically when updating to 8.1.

Best,


Scott

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> David, 
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> 8.1 can’t be worse than 8. Just sayin’. But I have not tried it.
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> I will be running XP on two machines after it’s EOLed.I just won’t be going on the internet unless it’s absolutely necessary. I WILL be running anti-virus software though. Just be careful and you will be fine. Use it for just what you have to.
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> From: "David F. Farkas" <david at farkas.com>
> Date: Thursday, November 7, 2013 at 3:46 PM
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> Subject: [Hidden-tech] Questions Re: Win 8.1 and Win XP...
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> ** Be sure to fill out the survey/skills inventory in the member's area. ** If you did, we all thank you.
> Hi Mavens...
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> Two OS issues have arisen simultaneously...
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> Win 8.1 is available. Any input on whether it's ready for prime time and issues in upgrading?
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> Win XP is about to be abandoned by MS. No more bug fixes or virus updates. You would think it was 'fixed' after 12 years. Just sayin'. But, what are the issues in continuing to run XP? I have some old devices that probably will not have drivers under Win 8.1. And, what are the hardware requirements to run 8.1?
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