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Default Vista SP1 Beta...worth it?
Is it worth installing the RTM Service Pack 1 x86 for Vista right now? I downloaded it but got unsure of whether or not I want to install it or not. I can use it up to June 2008, or so it says. When will the official SP1 come out? How big of an increase in performance will I get?
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my bud told me yes
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We need to make a choice here.
Service Pack 1(SP1) or no Service Pack 1. There are lots of benefits to the service pack as it will eliminate a bit of fiddling and increase speed. A noticeable speed gain in many areas. However, it is beta. I am currently using it, the non SP1 information may not be 100% accurate, but should be pretty decent. After a short time dealing with Sp1, I would recommend it.
Source= Vista Guide http://www.thelittlecomputershop.com/index.php?page=14
he told me everything runs faster
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I installed it and got a 300 point gain in 3dmark06. Friend of mine got about the same when he did it also. File transfers are faster too. I have personally had no problems with it.
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i have SP1 v 658 x64, and i couldnt be happier. everything does run faster. and more stable
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i have SP1 v 658 x64, and i couldnt be happier. everything does run faster. and more stable
i was actually about to ask about 64bit lol, im going to install it when my 4gb kit comes. figure, why not use vista, got c2d now and not pentium D
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i was actually about to ask about 64bit lol, im going to install it when my 4gb kit comes. figure, why not use vista, got c2d now and not pentium D
64bit vista is deff the way to go. the overall speed of the system just feels more smooth and stable and fast lol. u wont be disappointed, just make sure u got 64bit drivers for all your stuff
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Now, the 64bit driver part might be hard, but I'm moving to 64 when my 4gb kit arrives.
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Do you guys know when the official one is coming out? If it is too far into the future, I'm going to install it right now.
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Do you guys know when the official one is coming out? If it is too far into the future, I'm going to install it right now.
I heard it was supposed to be in January, but that was months ago. I havent heard any news recently. Im personally waiting for the official release.
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