Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 2

Pros: XP Pro is very stable, runs games well, has good built in features.

Cons: Still does not allow the control that Linux does, but is less hard to run.

Review: I am a huge fan about xp pro w/sp2 for several reasons. First, it cleaned up some problems that were associated with sp1. Also, XP professional allows much more control over the gui and computer as a whole. Also, if you are a gamer, XP pro runs more ...

Pros: Stability, Better uptime, Quicker booting...

Cons: Product activation for retail users,...

Review: so this is a review on XP pro w/sp2 and that's it. I really like XP's stability, and SP2 helps provide the best of both worlds. Not only do I get Better uptime than with windows 98, but also a more stable Operating system. XP rocks man. I used to ...

Pros: very secure, highly capable, stable

Cons: product activation, program too large, requires too much RAM, expensive, one install/machine

The Bottom Line: Windows XP SP-2 has many useful features; it is quite secure on the internet or network group. But it's expensive and large, requiring expensive hardware for a smooth performance.

Review: As a long-time user of Windows 2000 Professional, I finally bow to Windows XP Professional SP-2. Notice the important word "SP-2" (Service Pack 2). In August 2004, Microsoft released SP-2 patch files for Windows XP. At the same time, they released ...

Pros: easier to install than linux, newest OS

Cons: BLOATED. Lots of eyecandy. Performance is hurt by both.

The Bottom Line: Well until a newer Windows OS comes out we are pretty much stuck with this one. I have seen worse OS (ME comes to mind) easier to install than Linux

Review: I have worked with many operating systems from DOS 2.0 on up to XP and with a few OS that are not of the Microsoft family. It seems that just as fast as computers make another step forward then the OS takes a giant leap forward... or is it backward. Tell ...

Pros: fast user ability, great options, simple for anyone

Cons: can be slow turning off and shutting down, needs antivirus and antispware protection

The Bottom Line: This is the operating system for you whether a mom that pays bills online or a gamer then this is the one for you.

Review: This program is by far one of the best operating systems you can get for a computer. You will fall in love with it from the moment the computer has been turned on. The graphics are nice to it is a great system that can be used to for the gamer that loves ...

Pros: Robust compatibility

Cons: Vague error messages

The Bottom Line: This OS is sure to keep going strong until a new Windows is released. Even if you want the latest and greatest, the OS will do what you need.

Review: Windows XP SP2 is still going strong today. Microsoft has put out SP3, but aside from that it is the same OS. Even with Vista taking over the scene, there's still a hardcore fan following for Windows XP. There are even those people that would take a ...

Pros: Easy to use, automatic updates and stable.

Cons: Slow to copy some phrase from one document to another with large files

Review: After using Windows 98 for many years, I did switch for Windows XP and I am surprise to see it is much more easy to use with the Internet. For now, the system is stable and easy to use; I also like the fact that it makes updates automatically. The ...

Pros: cool processing and looks . inbuilt protection from virus, firewall. fast and secure

Cons: lots of security creates headech

Review: I am using Windows XP PRO SP2 from last year and yes it is really fast and secure than previous versions:- The inbuilt protection from virus, firewall, and security center is worth it... I bought this product because of its cool processing and looks . ...

Pros: Seems to work well...

Cons: It's still an MS product and is still full of security holes...

Review: Since installing Windows XP with SP2 intergrated into it, I have had no problems whatsoever. I had SP1 intergrated for about 2 years and upgraded to SP2. When I did this my system went into shock. After trying to fix all the errors, I finally gave up ...

Pros: User friendly OS

Cons: Expensive, Requires more memory

Review: In Microsofts products, This windows version is extra slick, user friendly. A step forward to a more user friendly GUI. Provides administrative interface for advance users. Though it contains security invalnurabilites, still is much more easier to use ...