Anyone tried the Windows XP Mode in Win 7 yet?

Discussion in 'Software' started by Kitkatninja, May 5, 2009.

  1. Kitkatninja
    Highly Decorated Member Award 500 Likes Award

    Kitkatninja aka me, myself & I Moderator

    11,143
    559
    383
    May 5, 2009 #1
    Remove Advertisement - Premium Membership
    Hi Guys/Gals,

    Has anyone tried the Windows XP Mode in Win 7 yet? I have to say it's pretty good, I'm running the full version of Office 2003 (virtualised) and Office 2007 side by side, as I've only just downloaded and started to play around with it this evening, without any problems.

    Ok, your processor has to support either Intel or AMD's virtualisation technology, so not all modern day CPU's will run this.

    So my question, has anyone come across any software packages that does not run?

    -Ken
     
    Certifications: MSc, PGDip, PGCert, BSc, HNC, LCGI, MBCS CITP, MCP, MCSA, MCSE, MCE, A+, N+, S+, Server+
    WIP: MSc Cyber Security
  2. Miro

    Miro Byte Poster

    112
    3
    27
    May 5, 2009 #2
    Remove Advertisement - Premium Membership
    I run OpenOffice in Vista mode on Windows 7.
    So far I did not come across software which does not work either in XP or Vista mode.However I have tried just about 4 programs to run in this mode.
    I love the "mode options".
    I am thinking as well what about antivirus software? Most are not working yet on Windows 7.
    At this moment I am using AVG which has got Windows 7 version.
     
    Certifications: A+ IT Technician
    WIP: MCDST, Network+
  3. Sparky
    Highly Decorated Member Award 500 Likes Award

    Sparky Zettabyte Poster Moderator

    10,718
    543
    364
    May 5, 2009 #3
    NOD seems to work ok, so far :biggrin
     
    Certifications: MSc MCSE MCSA:M MCSA:S MCITP:EA MCTS(x5) MS-900 AZ-900 Security+ Network+ A+
    WIP: Microsoft Certs
  4. Theprof

    Theprof Petabyte Poster

    4,607
    83
    211
    May 10, 2009 #4
    I have the 64bit version of the OS installed... and at this moment I haven't really seen much of the windows xp mode.. I have installed it to see how programs work in compatability mode and everything seems to be okay. I'll do some more test but it does look pretty interesting...
     
    Certifications: A+ | CCA | CCAA | Network+ | MCDST | MCSA | MCP (270, 271, 272, 290, 291) | MCTS (70-662, 70-663) | MCITP:EMA | VCA-DCV/Cloud/WM | VTSP | VCP5-DT | VCP5-DCV
    WIP: VCAP5-DCA/DCD | EMCCA

Share This Page

Loading...
Remove Advertisement - Premium Membership
  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...