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Windows XP Released Amidst Controversy By C. Rogers, 11.01 (Edited 05.05) Microsoft's newest OS, Windows XP, was released late last month. It is mabe available in two different flavors, one version is designed for the home user, and the other for the business sector. WinXP itself is not a major upgrade from the Windows 2000 platform. The basic functionality and stability of the NT kernel is still present. Microsoft has added standard features such as CD ripping, remote networking, and home networking tools, and a driver recovery utility. While Windows XP has some nice features, there are some major downsides to it as well. Forced software activation, for example, is required. If not bad enough, changing PC hardware a handful of times deactivates the OS, and may require a call to Microsoft to "prove" oneself as a legitimate owner. Microsoft's foundation for its .NET strategy, called Passport, is strewn around all over the OS. Passport basically holds important personal information on your PC, and MS' servers (which can be a goldmine for hackers). Such applications as the "AOL-like" MSN Explorer browser, and MSN Messenger require signing up for Passport, or the software will fail to function. All TCP/IP sockets are open in Windows XP, making it easy for a script kiddie to get a hold of the OS remotely. Bad press has been given to Microsoft going into October, and predictions state that this OS will not jump-start the flagging economy. A lot of PC users are currently happy with Win9X and Windows 2000, and see no need to jump to Windows XP. Some large PC vendors are actively promoting Windows XP with their new systems, hoping to regain lost market share. With PC sales expected to be 10-15% lower than this time last year, many companies see this as a potential opportunity to pick up where PC sales were in the late 90s. Realistically, Windows XP may sell a few PCs at first, but there will be a large amount of users who refuse to buy the new OS, because of Microsoft's business practices. With the OS selling for 130% the price of past OS upgrades, many see this as price gouging. Especially in today's economy, a lot of people are becoming self-conscious of their money, and how it is spended. |
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