kda,
Your question is very valid.
Politely expressed:
Please read all of the forthcoming information before reaching a premature
conclusion.
The previous folks that responded to your question have considerable
computing experience and knowledge.
Currently, you have received several responses to your sincere question;
which response is correct, and do you understand why responses often
conflict?
One reason, Microsoft does not provide technical support for OEM software
because the licensed builders and OEMs modify kernel code for implementing
the builders / OEMs own third party applications. Second reason, all
participants within these Forums are either users or volunteers, not
employees of Microsoft, hence, reason for the often obnoxious speculation
responses.
Not necessary for expressing the differences between all previous versions
of Microsoft Windows compared to Windows Vista. Also, the Forum response
conflicts did not occur until the introduction of Windows Vista, sincerely do
you understand why?
When a typical user installs Vista OEM software, will that user have the
knowledge for closing the open kernel door that was provided for licensed
builders and OEMs?
Historically, it is reported, receiving quality tech support from OEMs is
somewhere near a nightmare and/or a wish-filled dream, while communicating
with a server network, not humans.
Your Post indicates that you are fully aware of the many highly un-usual
user induced application conflicts currently Posted within these Forums.
What do you think will occur as people begin using OEM software; with the
hopes of saving a few dollars, and then later must pay a considerable fee for
proper tech support? Or, possibly later be forced for purchasing Genuine
Microsoft Software.
Easily, the price for OEM software plus the financial expense for just one
or two tech support telephone calls (if possible) could easily far exceed the
price for initially purchasing Genuine Microsoft Software, which includes
free technical support.
Considering Windows Vista is so incredibly technically advanced, today, many
individual IT Pros do not have a clue as for how to resolve technical issues
regarding Windows Vista.
It seems logical for believing when individual users install OEM Vista, the
secondary results would equal the proverbial Pandora’s Box containing
troubles and problems.
The above wil do one of two things, add to your understandable current
confusion, or, assist making a conclusion that only you can make for what is
best for your needs.
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Life is Wonderful while using Vista solo !
Posting & Painting
"Painting, n.: The art of protecting flat surfaces from the weather, and
exposing them to the critic."
Ambrose Bierce
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