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Manufacturer: Microsoft Part number: E8500086
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- Bottom Line:
- Windows Professional boasts serious corporate administration tools--it's a trustworthy upgrade from Windows 2000.
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CNET editors' review
Microsoft Windows XP - Professional price range: $59.99 - $289.69
- Reviewed by: Matt Lake
- Reviewed on: 09/04/2001
The good: Streamlined interface; better performance on many systems; easier and more capable networking; integrated CD-R/RW playback and burn features; Remote Assistance tool aids troubleshooting and control of remote PCs.
The bad: You can install XP on only one machine; piddling discounts for additional PC licenses; nags you to sign up for Passport Web account; heavy system requirements.
The bottom line: Windows Professional boasts serious corporate administration tools--it's a trustworthy upgrade from Windows 2000.
User reviews
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Faithfull old work horse.
by BriSCA_STOX on March 3, 2012
Pros: Very stable. Perfect for an older PC.
Cons: None worth writing about.
Summary: The best OS Microsoft have produced. I've been running my copy for six years without any major problems, just two system restores. I had XP home on this PC ...
Summary: The best OS Microsoft have produced. I've been running my copy for six years without any major problems, just two system restores. I had XP home on this PC for three years before XP pro with the same results. Just keep it up to date and give it the odd defrag and it will be a faithfull old work horse.
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I HATE IT!!!!!!!!!!!
by Windows7fan527 on July 5, 2011
Pros: It's compatible with a lot of software.
Cons: Slow, sucks at multitasking, unstable, takes forever to start-up and shutdown, prone to viruses, searching takes forever, has a mind of its own and changes settings, and is the worst os ever!!!
Summary: Everyone always says xp is one of the best operating systems ever. In my opinion, it sucks. In fact I find that vista has better performance than xp. It is ...
Summary: Everyone always says xp is one of the best operating systems ever. In my opinion, it sucks. In fact I find that vista has better performance than xp. It is no doubt Microsoft's worst OS ever. Avoid xp and get windows 7. It's so much better.
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The most stable Operating System ever
by trompfy on April 24, 2011
Pros: It has lots of good features
Cons: It isn't compatitable with 64 bit processors or with 4GB of RAM
Summary: I bought this for Jenna because she had Windows Vista on her computer but it was running slowly and now with Windows XP on her computer it runs much faster.
Summary: I bought this for Jenna because she had Windows Vista on her computer but it was running slowly and now with Windows XP on her computer it runs much faster.
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Excellent O/S
by PrivettP on March 13, 2011
Pros: Very stable and does everything you need- it can do everything Windows 7 can do. Until MS came come up with features more than appearance changed XP will continue to have a strong customer base. MS is trying to kill XP and has lost. Most Popular O/S.
Cons: Nothing at all
Summary: XP is a far better O/S than Vista. For 32 bit, the improvements on Windows 7 do not warrant switching to that O/S for most users. XP is ...
Summary: XP is a far better O/S than Vista. For 32 bit, the improvements on Windows 7 do not warrant switching to that O/S for most users. XP is more customizable and less expensive and as long as most software uses 32 bit, except for gaming, it will suit all your needs. With respect to features and speed, there is virtually no difference with Windows 7.
One year after Window7 has been released, XP still the most used O/S. With Firefox 4, MS efforts to remove support for XP to for users to upgrade has been unsucessful. Appears MS will need to innovate a lot more in order for XP users to move to another O/S. -
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by BLADE1021 on October 28, 2010
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Summary: I found genuine Microsoft Windows XP Professional with <a href="http://www.tek-micro.com/products/Microsoft-Windows-XP-Professional-SP3-%252d-Full-Version-w%7B47%7D-COA.html">SP3</a> SP3 for only $104....
Summary: I found genuine Microsoft Windows XP Professional with <a href="http://www.tek-micro.com/products/Microsoft-Windows-XP-Professional-SP3-%252d-Full-Version-w%7B47%7D-COA.html">SP3</a> SP3 for only $104.99 and free shipping here:
I got my copy! It was fast shipping and came with a genuine disk and genuine COA. Can't beat this deal! -
Not too shabby!
by qosmioamit on October 11, 2010
Pros: -Low system requirements
-Compatibility with older peripheralsCons: -Blue screen error messages
-Poor memory managementSummary: Windows XP is probably Microsoft's flagship OS, which will be used to compare all future OS. It is stable and better and Millennium Edition and Vista. The BSOD and ...
Summary: Windows XP is probably Microsoft's flagship OS, which will be used to compare all future OS. It is stable and better and Millennium Edition and Vista. The BSOD and poor memory management were my two issues with Vista.
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Windows XP Is SOOOOOOOOOOOO FAST ON HP MINI NETBOOK.
by JohnMikhael on January 17, 2010
Pros: Windows XP Flat butt sexy.
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Twisting my arm
by Liquorpuss on May 13, 2009
Pros: It runs and doesn't crash as much.The built in systems are annoying,you turn something off and restart your pc and it comes back again Grrrrr.(Language bar)
Cons: I fell as if I am getting jacked up by microsoft.
Summary: Let's say I was a software manufacturer and I wanted you to buy my "new" product,or keep buying subsequent versions of the same product. Keeping this in mind,...
Summary: Let's say I was a software manufacturer and I wanted you to buy my "new" product,or keep buying subsequent versions of the same product. Keeping this in mind,why would I fix bugs,problems,and the old B.S.O.D on my older versions? I can take the same old product and fix those problems and add a few new things and rip you off all over again! The lack of Microsoft's ability and willingness to fix the problems with their older operating systems makes me wonder if they intentionally put bugs into the system in order to make the consumer want to upgrade. This may just be a urban myth,just as the reason a car dies shortly after it's warranty is out of date, but the similarities are uncanny.Ask yourself this,If your copy of windows 98 or any other version, ran all of your applications flawlessly,and had support for new drivers,would you ever upgrade?
I'll never underestimate corporate America's ability to arm wrestle the dollar out of the consumer pocket.I wouldn't doubt it if the software writers don't make the operating systems more processor and memory intensive to drive the sales of new computers with more memory and more powerful processors.How about this: Write us an O.S. that uses even less memory and resources,yet does a better job at protecting our pc from threats.Give it limited support for drivers and updates.I would pay 20 bucks a year for update support for a decent operating system that doesn't lag my pc to death.I am sure there is some legal reason competing software companies can't make an operating system that will run applications made for windows,effectively killing the competition in the courtroom instead of killing them in the marketplace.Having a monopoly on anything is BAD for the consumer. -
Out Dated Operating System
by Strega222 on December 3, 2008
Pros: Speed is exceptional, Stability and Durability is also okay.
Cons: Ease of Use is lacking, the features are few compared to Leopard and Ubuntu, and the GUI looks old and Fake in it's default blue and Green scheme.
Summary: Stability and Durability 3
Ease of Use 3
Speed 4
Features 2
Looks 2
I am really disappointed in a Company that makes it's users wait five years for ...Summary: Stability and Durability 3
Ease of Use 3
Speed 4
Features 2
Looks 2
I am really disappointed in a Company that makes it's users wait five years for a new operating system only for it to be crappy and force the users who are to stubborn to try any alternative OS's into using Xp. XP in my opinion is old and out dated. We should not even be talking about XP on C-net any more than we should be talking about Mac OS X Jaguar.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Microsoft
- Part number: E8500086
- Description: Microsoft Windows XP Professional is the next version of the Windows operating system, which is designed for businesses of all sizes, and for individuals who demand the most from their computing experience. Windows XP Professional goes beyond the benefits of Windows XP Home Edition with advanced capabilities designed specifically to optimize productivity using the latest advancements in the digital world. Built on the solid foundation of Windows 2000, Windows XP Professional provides improved reliability, security, performance and ease of use, setting the new standard in efficient and dependable computing.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Professional
- Language(s) English
- License pricing Standard
- Localization English
Operating System
- License Type Complete package
- License Qty 1 user
- License Pricing Standard
- Media CD-ROM
- Package Type Retail
System Requirements
- Min Processor Type Intel Pentium - 233 MHz
- Min RAM Size 64 MB
- Min Hard Drive Space 1.5 GB
- Peripheral / Interface Devices SVGA monitor,
Mouse or compatible device,
CD-ROM
Product series
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Microsoft Windows XP - Professional
Manufacturer: Microsoft
Specs: PC
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Microsoft Windows XP - Professional Upgrade
Manufacturer: Microsoft
Specs: PC
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- Fax: 1-425-706-7329
