Microsoft Windows XP - Professional

Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp. Part number: E8500086

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Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 189 reviews

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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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10 stars

Amazingly better than apple os

by microsoft* on August 9, 2006

Pros: Capabilities, features

Cons: none that I can think of

Summary: This os is much better than the apple os and if you don't think so, you have a severely messed up brain, or you don't know how to ...

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Summary: This os is much better than the apple os and if you don't think so, you have a severely messed up brain, or you don't know how to us a computer.

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2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
9 stars

Soooo much better than OS X

by BrianED on January 24, 2007

Pros: much cooler look. usb 2.0, compatability

Cons: can be laggish

Summary: love it: so kick butt!

Summary: love it: so kick butt!

1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
7 stars

Better for those who need more.

by jmcglynn on November 3, 2006

Pros: XP Professional has lots more functions than the lame Home Edition, with THIS you have MORE CONTROL on what can be done on your system. I like the 'permissions' options, very flexible and adjustable.

Cons: Lack of user account capabilities.

Summary: If your buying an operating system OEM disc, forget Home Edition, get the Professional edition, you get more than 3x as much for just paying a little extra.

Summary: If your buying an operating system OEM disc, forget Home Edition, get the Professional edition, you get more than 3x as much for just paying a little extra.

1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
10 stars

10x better than win98 and is a miracle for the PC

by provoko on November 5, 2005

Pros: Fast, gamer's os, compatible, installs in minutes when done right

Cons: security is a con if you're dumb

Summary: If you want POWER and SPEED pick windows xp. Your games will fly and your benchmarks will rock.

Summary: If you want POWER and SPEED pick windows xp. Your games will fly and your benchmarks will rock.

1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
9 stars

Windows XP Pro

by kbxtra on June 14, 2005

Pros: It's best in my opinion

Cons: No complaints

Summary: When I upgraded my system from Win98SE I chose WinXPHome. After building a new pc I decided to go Pro and I am glad I did. I do alot of ...

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Summary: When I upgraded my system from Win98SE I chose WinXPHome. After building a new pc I decided to go Pro and I am glad I did. I do alot of photo editing and d/l of music. This is the way to go and SP2 makes it even better. Don't believe the hype about problems with SP2, if you follow instructions before d/ling you won't have a problem. Now waiting on LongHorn!!!

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10 stars

Snipe the thumbs down user's.

by on August 12, 2003

Pros: Fastest,price,stability,qualit y,easibility,10 out of 10. Everything about it is PURELY GREAT!!!. Go ahead swith to XP Professional :). My PC Specs:Intel Pentuim 4 2.4C Ghz 800Mhz FSB with HT Enabled in BIOS ASUS P4P800-VM Motherboard Kingston HyperX

Cons: Huhhhhhhhhh!!!! none :)

1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
10 stars

Kills all other OS's

by on January 8, 2003

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Summary: The best i tell you it's THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!. A fresh clean install on my computer took about 15 minutes and vroom!!!! XP on you'r computer installed. I enjoy ...

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Summary: The best i tell you it's THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!. A fresh clean install on my computer took about 15 minutes and vroom!!!! XP on you'r computer installed. I enjoy games better than win98 my favorite are SOF2 and MOHAA. believe me people it is worth it BELIVE ME!!!!!. Enjoy XP on you'r computer.Hurray Bill gates

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10 stars

Are u complaining? Fine, go ahead, download your opensource malarchy.

by yottabyte21 on December 22, 2005

Pros: Does everything a normal person needs and then some

Cons: Doesnt display the time when not logged in.

Summary: Hopefully Vista can show time when the computer is locked, and when ur logged out. also, built in alarm would be nice. my computer is forever on. Windows hasnt crashed ...

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Summary: Hopefully Vista can show time when the computer is locked, and when ur logged out. also, built in alarm would be nice. my computer is forever on. Windows hasnt crashed on my new hardware yet. Abit had some issues on it lst few motherboards. Runs like it should. as always, Windows is always more responsive than any other OS i try. Xandros, Linspire, Kubuntu, Ubuntu, SuSe, Redhat/Fedora Core, DSL, and Debian. Microsoft is definitely trained in the art of Voodoo coding. CAuse their stuff works like magic. and in ways u would never think possible or logical. I love it. And cant wait for Vista. Getting it is definitely on my new years resolution list. woot woot

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2 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
7 stars

XP Pro Is Way Better Than XP Home Edition

by nihalfdo on August 21, 2005

Pros: Very Stable and Reliable. Better Than Home Edition.

Cons: On The NT Kernel, Does not Run DOS Programs. Also I hate the WPA Activation.

Summary: I used XP Home before and I didn't see a difference between XP Home and Pro, until i saw the specifications. Windows XP Professional is way better. Get Professional. ...

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Summary: I used XP Home before and I didn't see a difference between XP Home and Pro, until i saw the specifications. Windows XP Professional is way better. Get Professional. It's worth the extra 100 dollars.

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2 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
4 stars

It works and it's not too bad, but there are nasty problems

by techforumz on October 22, 2007

Pros: compatible, stable

Cons: easily becomes unstable, activation is impossible, and security is a joke

Summary: Well, what can I say it works fine, and lacks some things. But, when it gets messed up, boy does it get messed up!

Summary: Well, what can I say it works fine, and lacks some things. But, when it gets messed up, boy does it get messed up!

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Manufacturer: Microsoft Corp.
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.

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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, CD-ROM, Mouse or compatible device

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