will Vista run on my computer??
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I think the basic version will work, they have about 4 different versions with different options,  to run Windows Aero feature you will need lots of system resources, but with the basic version you should be fine.\n\nA Windows Vista Capable PC includes at least:\n\nA modern processor (at least 800MHz1).\n512 MB of system memory.\nA graphics processor that is DirectX 9 capable.\nWindows Vista Premium Ready PCs\nTo get an even better Windows Vista experience, including the Windows Aero user experience, ask for a Windows Vista Capable PC that is designated Premium Ready, or choose a PC that meets or exceeds the Premium Ready requirements described below. Features available in specific premium editions of Windows Vista, such as the ability to watch and record live TV, may require additional hardware.\n\n\nA Windows Vista Premium Ready PC includes at least:\n\n1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor1.\n1 GB of system memory.\nSupport for DirectX 9 graphics with a WDDM driver, 128 MB of graphics memory (minimum)2, Pixel Shader 2.0 and 32 bits per pixel.\n40 GB of hard drive capacity with 15 GB free space.\nDVD-ROM Drive3.\nAudio output capability.\nInternet access capability.\n\nhttp://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/capable.mspx
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It really depends on your laptops specs. It has to have a good enough graphics card, enough memory, and a fast enough processor. \n\nHere are the Minimum Requirements:\n    * Microsoft® Windows® XP SP2 / Vista\n    * PC with 1 GHz equivalent or higher processor\n    * 256 MB of system RAM for Windows XP SP2 / 512 MB Vista\n    * 14 GB available hard disk space\n    * DVD-ROM drive\n    * 32 MB DirectX 9 compatible video card required\n    * Sound card, speakers or headphones required for audio\n    * Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device\n    * 56.6 Kbps or better modem for online play
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Scope out your first answer. Vista looks good.
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Most likely all of the programs that you have and that are still supported by their manufacturer will work on vista. Just like almost all windows 98 programs ran on XP. Office 2003 is being replaced with Office 2007. I have the beta, and it is a much nicer program. However, i think 2k3 will also run on Vista.
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Microsoft has an evaluation tool to test hardware for Vista \nhttp://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/default.mspx
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Don't get an eMachine.\nOther than that, you may want to wait because buying a computer with Vista pre-loaded will be cheaper than buying a computer and Vista separately. Just remember, Vista will probably not come out till the holiday season...if that early ;)
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not all the programs are compatible whit vista ,not yet they will be, still then try to find it yourself. search..you'll find!!
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Go with the HP NX6325 at www.stupidcheapcomputers.net.  I buy all of my stuff from them, and everything is Vista ready.\n\nMicrosoft is about to release its latest operating system, Vista, in January.  It’s going to make all of these “bargain” computers nothing but JUNK as soon as it’s released.  The reason that you are seeing so many cheap systems on the market right now is because a lot of them CAN’T RUN Vista and the merchants are trying to dump them as hard and fast as they can before Vista shows up and everyone learns what a piece of crap they were sold for $500 (or whatever).\n\nAnyway, I bought a complete, new system from stupidcheapcomputers.net with a warranty for LESS than it would cost me to build it myself or order a custom one from the manufacturer.  You can use my frequent buyer code: ATX926.  That will get an additional 10% discount at checkout.\n\nI have NEVER had any problems with anything that they have sold me and their customer service is outstanding.  Those guys blow my mind.\n\nGood luck!
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yes, your machine should be able to run any game out there, although it won't give the best performance possible on some of the more demanding titles...\n\ni'd say that as long as you don't want all graphics/lighting etc at the highest possible settings, then your pc should do the trick.
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Technically, as long as it's a x86 32-bit processor, it will run on any system, the only thing that really matters is how fast the processor is in terms of clock speed. You could run it on a 100mhz Pentium 1 system, but I really really wouldn't reccomend it.
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1st. windows vista will take some more time , its not yet available , also with that ram even xp-sp2 is not enough
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First Windows Vista is delayed until early 2007, so no need to do anything right now.  Most hardware purchased recently, if it is sufficiently powerful will be adequate for Windows Vista. I have the beta version (Community Technology Preview) running as a second boot partition on my PC and it seems to run fine.  One thing I did have to do was to upgrade my video card from the on board video to a separate nVidia card.  For the Aero UI (transparency effect), you'll need this.  Windows Movie Maker and other applications (like DVD Maker) probably won't run without it either.\n\nFor comparison I have a 3.2GHz 1GB machine, 250GB drive (with an auxilliary 300GB added later) and an nVidia 6800GS video card.\n\nWhether you want to upgrade is up to you, but I can understand wanting to be ready.  As someone else noted, since the product was delayed such that Microsoft will miss the 2006 Holiday Shopping period, they are going with a 'Windows Vista Capable' sticker instead.  Look for manufacturers to start selling PCs with this sticker later this year.
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I just tried the Vista 57xx build and even with a P4 3.6 ghz, geforce fx 550 256mb graphic card and 1 gb of ram, it WAS SO SLOW. Even if the website requires only 1.6 ghz or what have you, Vista asks for alot of power. So unless Microsoft is willing to lower the vista components, your going to have to upgrade to at least the Geforce 6 series or your p4.  \n\nIf your willing to spend money, i recommend getting a PCI- express compatiable motherboard since PCI-express graphic cards will surpass the AGP and  the pCi express graphic cards ARE ALOTTTTTT CHEAPER!!! Besides that  =/
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Processor is OK\nRAM Memory is OK\nVideo - NO WAY - bye with at least 512 RAM to be sure it will run Vista/ good games\nSoftware included with is too old - Word 2002???\nMaybe it will be better to wait for Vista capable computer - which means Video card with 512 ram and support for DirectX 10 and at least 1 Gb Ram
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Microsoft created a tool specifically to scan you machine and tell you if your hardware's good enough to run Vista. It'll even make recommendations about what parts you need to upgrade if it decides your machine isn't good enough. You can download it from here:\n\nhttp://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/upgradeadvisor/default.mspx\n\nAlso, upgrading your gfx card can indeed be done and is pretty easy to do *if* you've got a desktop machine. If you've got a laptop then you can't do it at all, you're screwed. Just one of the many reasons laptops suck 4ss.
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Macintosh and Vista are made by seperate companies so you will likely have to change a lot of the hardware and add more hardware so that Vista will be able to operate.  Your best bet would be to buy a Vista capable computer from Dell or Compaq.  That way you can be certain Vista will run.  Or if you just really want a Mac have a friend who owns a Mac to run the Vista Upgrade Advisor from the Windows website.  (Note: The upgrade advisor requires the addition of serveral packages.  The total download size is between 5.00 MB to 67.00 MB depending on your computer.  High speed connection recommended.)
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Vista should be out early 2007, if all goes well. There's already a beta for it, however.\n\nVista is an operating system, but I assume you mean hardware. You probably need 256 MB RAM, 1ghx or more processor, and 5GB hard drive space. But why waste your time with Windows? Get Linux! It's FREE!