Which Vista versions True or False?

Ice_2

Microsoft has decided to make not just one version of Windows Vista but five -plus a sixth "starter" version for emerging markets, as well as 64-bit versions of each edition for heavyweight PC's.

No matter which version you go for, you actaully get all of them: Microsoft has put every edition of Windows Vista on the same installation disc, which means that if you decide you want a more powerful edition you don't need to trek to the shops. Instead, you can contact Microsoft, pay for the upgrade and unlock a more powerful version instantly.

It's a stroke of marketing genius, because an even better version of Windows Vista is never more than a few clicks (and a credit card payment) away.

So to all you Vista techies out there how much of this is true...

[Deleted User]

It is correct that the installation DVD contains each of the versions, and depending which serial number you enter dictates which version will be installed. You can purchase the necessary upgrade from the version you have to which you desire, such as:

Home Basic > Premium
Business > Ultimate
Premium > Ultimate

Which is called Windows Vista Anytime Upgrade, although this is limited to a 32bit Upgrade to 32bit upgrade, and 64bit Upgrade to 64bit Upgrade. And you are provided with a new CD to do so.

totalsolutions

It's true. WOW. Even the 64 bit version is there I think and English, French, German and Spanish languages too and many more.

Marty_J

It's pretty scandalous that they cripple your operating system and expect you to pay more for them to uncripple it for you.

Now they can sell Windows to people who already have Windows.

"Marketing genius" is certainly one way to put it.

[Deleted User]

I personally don't see a problem with it, why is it scandalous to give your buyers the choice of which they want, and then if it's not right to upgrade by paying the difference?

Sounds reasonable to me.

shadowdragon

Seems fair enough and a good system, ship identical units then the consumer can take there choice. Better buisness sense than creating 4 different versions and distrubuting them only to have them returned.

Marty_J

anewhope wrote: »

I personally don't see a problem with it, why is it scandalous to give your buyers the choice of which they want, and then if it's not right to upgrade by paying the difference?

Sounds reasonable to me.

It makes good business sense certainly.

But when I buy a computer, I don't expect to get a demo version of an operating system with it.

Having to upgrade to get all the features?

Please.

[Deleted User]

Marty_J wrote: »

It makes good business sense certainly.

But when I buy a computer, I don't expect to get a demo version of an operating system with it.

Having to upgrade to get all the features?

Please.

You don't get a demo version

What's the point in buying Ultimate if you aren't going to use all of the features it brings, when you can save yourself money by buying only which you need?

shadowdragon

its hardly getting a demo version its scailled (spelling) to your needs, you pay your money you take your choice. You wouldnt say owning a budget low end car a demo version, and you wouldnt expect to pay the price of a Corsa for a Porshe. It rings true for software.

Marty_J

anewhope wrote: »

You don't get a demo version

You get a version that does not have all the features of the full product.

What's the point in buying Ultimate if you aren't going to use all of the features it brings, when you can save yourself money by buying only which you need?

But you're missing the point. If the only version had al the features Vista Ultimate had, there would be no need to pay more.

shadowdragon wrote: »

its hardly getting a demo version its scailled (spelling) to your needs, you pay your money you take your choice. You wouldnt say owning a budget low end car a demo version, and you wouldnt expect to pay the price of a Corsa for a Porshe. It rings true for software.

So only have one licence and let people choose which version they install according to their needs. Microsoft just want to wring every last penny out of you. They don't have all these different versions as some sort of convenience.

Sput2001

Marty_J wrote: »

It makes good business sense certainly.

But when I buy a computer, I don't expect to get a demo version of an operating system with it.

Having to upgrade to get all the features?

Please.

Yeah... it's not like those technological philanthropists at Apple regularly release updates to OSX, name them after jungle cats and charge $100 a time for them.