vista sp2

  1. Windows 7 Windows 7 RTM and Vista SP2, Not XP SP3, the Apex of Security

    Link Removed - Invalid URL When it comes down to bulletproofing systems, users should always opt for the latest releases of the Windows client. Volume eight of the Microsoft Security Intelligence Report (SIRv8) makes this perfectly clear, per the Operating System Trends analysis performed by...
    • whoosh
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    • 32-bit 64-bit data execution prevention infection rates kernel protection malicious code market share microsoft report operating systems security sirv8 technical expertise user proficiency vista sp2 windows 7
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    • Forum: Windows Security
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    Windows 7 Need For Speed Carbon

    It doesn't seem to work on seven it may just be my computer but it installs fine but when i open it it is just the cursor in the middle of a black screen I didn't have it when i had Vista SP2 so i dont know if it worked then:confused:
    • Soulja Pixii
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    • black screen carbon computer issues gaming installation need for speed performance vista sp2 windows 7
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Games

  3. Windows 7 OK, in-place upgrade just for fun!

    I have set up a Vista SP2 install I am going to in-place upgrade it to Windows 7 Ultimate (just playing, remember). What I would like are any suggestions from forum members as to what software I might install prior to the upgrade which might have shown a tendancy to mess up the Windows 7...
    • Saltgrass
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    • anti-virus avast compatibility experiences forum hardware installation issues itunes performance software suggestions testing tips upgrade upgrade process users vista sp2 windows 7 windows upgrade
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
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    Windows 7 Gadgets Don't Appear After Reboot

    Did an upgrade install of Win 7 over my Vista SP2. All seems well except that my Gadgets: a) disappear after a reboot and b) "ghost" if I drag one onto the desktop (one gadget will work the other does nothing) and c) the Gadgets will not "configure" - can't change opacity, etc. Have tried the...
    • drmsucks
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    • avast community configuration cpu gadgets ghosting issues motherboard nvidia opacity ram reboot support troubleshooting uac upgrade vista sp2 windows 7 windows defender
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 Acronis True image incompatable with build 7201 - back to 7137

    Hi all Something is definitely changed in build 7201. The Acronis True Image program no longer works -- blocked due to incompatability issues. (Even if you try and install it in VISTA SP2 compatability mode). Incidently the "Upgrade compatability check" didn't flag this until AFTER the OS was...
    • jimbo45
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    • acronis backup build 7201 incompatibility os reinstallation system restore testing true image upgrade check vista sp2
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
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    Windows 7 Windows 7 X-64 build 7000 Vs Vista SP2 (X-64)

    Actually I'M now in a bit of a quandary Vista SP2 improves Vista by quite a lot (even though it itself is only in RC1 stage). Could be some interesting politics going on at Microsoft between Vista Development and W7 teams. -- Bit of competition always a good idea. Maybe Vist will be going...
    • jimbo45
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    • 64-bit driver compatibility microsoft operating system public beta software politics technology discussion vista sp2 windows 7 windows development
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support