Is there any reason not to use old (superseded) versions of Linux on older PCs?
954769
i'd say that there shouldn't be a problem. but, for support reasons, i would use a newer version. personally, i use xubuntu on older machines.
629687
No. The installed update on your computer would automatically apply to your older version and replace it, I think.
1159112
You should be able to unistall the old one. If they were windows, it should ask you to overwrite the old version.
320083
Yes there are, there are also some disadvantages.\n\nThe advantages are among others: It's much more secure and stable there are no viruses, worms or trojans at the moment that affect linux and even if they do get developed in the future it is much more dificult to mess up a linux machine, also Linux doesn't tend to crash, occasionally an application will crash but this doesn't stop the machine being used, no need to reboot.\n\nLinux is free if you don't want to pay for support, just download and use, also it comes with hundreds of free programmes, including  a couple of office suites, several very good graphics apps, several CD burning programmes, media players, loads of internet programmes, utilities etc, etc. There is a ot of excellent documentation on the web.\n\nsome of the disadvantages are:\nhardware support isn't as good as windows but most hardware will work fine, you can't play most of the windows games on it and certain aspects of Linux are harder to learn than windows but with a bit of time and effort this doesn't cause any problems.\n\nBy choice I use Linux only, there's nothing on Windows that I want to do that can't be done on Linux and thats a lot.
219317
See if you can upgrade to a later version. Later versions may support your drive.
1112021
I have one here on Long Island for you. No kidding. It's Linux, but it's still OK.
860515
The quick answer is no, but it is wise to have your files backed up to  CD or DVD before making any changes to operating system.  Anything could happen.
636661
pretty much any distro will run on it, just pick a distro and download the 368 version.\n\nfeel free to email me or im me if you have questions.
894258
This is not a choice.\nDual core are (usually) capable of 64 bit.\nIt's like asking "What's better, a Rottweiler or a dog?"\n///
169644
Rarely.  And sometimes, the old version is better. That's why sites like http://www.oldversion.com/ exist: "Because newer is not always better".  :-)
585018
Just buy an older version of an operating system such as Windows 2000.  Or if you don't want to pay anything, maybe you could consider a linux operating system such as Ubuntu or Lindows.
234928
I would consider one of the distros of Linux.  You can download off the net!
593813
It is most absolutely worth the price - what other operating system supports as much hardware and software as Windows? It's a bargain.  As for piracy, it has been reduced significantly in the latest versions; people can't download updates now unless the Genuine Advantage tool verifies the OS is legitimate.  As for Linux, it works ok for certain applications, but it isn't as flexible and easy to use for a mass audience as Windows is.  Also, try getting support for Linux - I have used it for a long time for a couple of specific server applications and if I have ever had an issue with it, the Linux community has been very hostile about providing support; many of them have an elitist attitude.  And people think Windows is buggy?  Linux has tons of security holes, driver issues, software that won't run without days of tweaking.  I speak from experience.
820749
I have on old PC with 98 on it...........I use sygate
494282
Try this site:\n\nhttp://www.linuxprinting.org/\n\nYou can look up most any printer by make/model to get the current state of compatibility.
55568
No, it's generally not a good idea to override newer files as most files are backward compatible and some programs can't function without the newer files.
846262
I seriously doubt I'll upgrade to Vista. From what I've read so far it's no big improvement and (you better sit down for this) if your system crashes you will not be able to re-install VISTA. You'll have to buy a new copy to install. I can't say how how accurate that info is but I think it's worth mentioning just in case. I'm migrating over to Linux.