Re: How workable is Vista?

Stef wrote:
In comp.arch.embedded,
The Real Andy <therealandy@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

If you are an engineer and you want to fiddle with everything and run
outdated software, then Vista is a no go.


Ok, that's a no go for almost everyone in this group then. ;-)

Yes - With the 'want to run outdated software', changed to 'need to run outdated software' - version control often removes
option/luxury of 'want' ;)

-jg

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