I would like some clear answers for myself who have basic computer skills. I have researched and found all the advantages to purchasing windows7. I would like to know some disadvantages of this purchase? please give me clear answers edited by moderator: Merge

As compared to XP. Main disadvantages include but not limited to: 1.) User Account Control (UAC) 2.) New GUI 3.) Peripheral obsolescing Take a tour of Windows 7 Windows 7 News!

main disadvantages: price old equipment may have to be upgraded, but its got to be pretty damn old. everything else is better, easier, and more intuitive, i hate computers! but cant help myself....

Your programs (applications) may not work or you may have a very difficult time trying to get them to work. You may have to find and apply patches and work arounds to get things working. You may find it difficult to transfer your data to the new system. XP to Windows 7 is not a simple upgrade. I kind of agree with cost. Might look a buying a premade computer with Windows 7 installed and sell your old system. You may not have drivers for your devices, like network cards, so you may be unable to access the internet. This also includes any other part of your computer. You will have to learn new ways to do old tasks. Dunno why MS changed simple things.???? Playing to the angels Les Paul (1915-2009)

As compared to OS upgrades in the past, the specific cost associated with the shift to Windows 7 is not in conflict with what users are accustomed to. In fact, Windows 7 is so competitively priced that if you adjust for inflation, it remains the least expensive OS from M$ to date. For example: Back then, Windows XP Pro (OEM 3-Pack) would set you back $320.00 & a single OEM pack went for IIRC $130.00. In today's dollars, this is roughly $390.00 & $160.00 respectively. Right now, Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit (OEM 3-Pack) is available on Newegg for $310.00, while a single pack of the same SKU can be had for $99.99 Windows 7 News!

If your a gamer there is NO SUPPORT FOR SLI configuration. Unless they changed that aspect then I am wrong.