Leviathan Posted September 19, 2008 Share Posted September 19, 2008 In the aftermath of Microsoft’s recent attempt at boosting their market appeal with the ‘help’ of Jerry Seinfeld, the computing giant has begun to have a good, hard, look at its operating system.It’s no secret that Windows Vista has created a division in the PC community since its release. Whether it be in the form of new laptops only shipping with Windows Vista driver support or programs that have not been able to make the migration from the stability of Windows XP to the uncertainty of Windows Vista, Microsoft’s latest operating system has caused more than its fair share of headaches for developers and consumers alike. And although the company still defends its latest OS, Vista’s planned three year lifespan may be cut shorter than expected.A few months ago Bill Gates let slip that Microsoft was extending Windows XP sales to "June 2010 or one year after the general availability of Windows 7"; the implication being that Windows 7 will arrive around June 2009. Microsoft was quick to rebuff Gates' comments, but now Microsoft’s internal calendar is supposedly highlighting a 3rd of June 2009 release date for Windows 7.According to an article on Internetnews.com, we will see a new version of Windows released that will effectively limit the planned three year Windows Vista lifespan to just two years. The article also claims that the first public beta of Windows 7 will be shown at the Professional Developer's Conference on the 27th of October, despite Microsoft’s claim that they would merely be revealing "in-depth technical information" about the upcoming OS.It wouldn't be a surprise to see Vista pushed by the wayside, especially because Windows XP has been getting just as much, if not more press lately thanks to the netbook craze. Netbooks have been walking of shelves without salesman having to lift a finger, largely because they are cheap and have the proven stability of Windows XP. All this XP talk surely has to be hurting Vista.Whichever way this news goes, it does not bode well for the pariah-like Windows Vista and it looks as though even Microsoft’s faith in their current operating system has been shaken, perhaps beyond repair. Then again, can you blame Microsoft for wanting to scrap the operating system that gave birth to this Microsoft internal promo video?Source: http://loader.gadgetzone.com.au/News/Septe...ons-Vista-.aspxPS, You can watch the "Jerry Seinfeld - Windows Vista" on Youtube here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shought Posted September 19, 2008 Share Posted September 19, 2008 3rd of June 2009 release date for Windows 7.That would be nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marik Posted September 19, 2008 Share Posted September 19, 2008 like i stated, in the windows 7 thread. Once win7 gets released, vista will die. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donaldo Posted September 19, 2008 Share Posted September 19, 2008 + 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PXN Posted September 19, 2008 Share Posted September 19, 2008 I personally will stick with XP even after windows 7 releases, no NGSCB for me :). Elive Debian Linux takes care of any "eye candy" I would have need for on an OS. Also wine for any app that doesnt have a linux alternative :dance2:Linkage to what the NGSCB is and how it will affect you: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc723472.aspxhttp://www.microsoft.com/presspass/feature...1palladium.mspxhttp://epic.org/privacy/consumer/microsoft/palladium.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NGSCB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoKz Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 Vista... Windows 7.... whats the diff?... lol or is it like a MAJOR update for vista? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haskins69 Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 what after I found out how to make vista work their ending it ????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irefay Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 Not soon enough! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sumant30 Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 Vista is really buggy OS another day it was asking drivers for my IDE. :fear: ;) :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donaldo Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 Wow!!!!My prayers have been answered (if this news is really true.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonon Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 Upgrading to Windows 7 for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lildudespider Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 Vista is the new ME, most people didnt knwo this because they went fast, bought early, struck out. never use a new operating system, always use your friends stupid purchaseto your gain, noone wants to pay 400 dollars for defective OS's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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