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What is the difference between Windows, Windows XP, Windows XP Embedded, and Windows Embedded?

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The term Windows includes a broad range of Microsoft technologies and products and is often used to refer to the desktop operating system. Windows XP is the latest desktop operating-system software and is available in multiple versions for business and home users. The term Windows Embedded refers to the Microsoft family of embedded operating systems for smart, connected, and small- or reduced-footprint devices. See similar questions...

What is the difference between COMMAND and CMD DOS Virtual Machine in Windows XP?

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Posted in Bootstrike Forums by wmccain] Windows XP includes TWO command-line processors, CMD.EXE and COMMAND.COM. The second one, COMMAND.COM, is a stripped-down version of the command processor from DOS. The Windows XP version of COMMAND.COM is severely restricted in its capabilities (lacks long filename support and many other features familiar from Windows 98SE), so it is all-but-unusable. Furthermore, it turns out that there are TWO ways to run CMD. See similar questions...

What is XP Embedded?

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XP Embedded is a modular version of XP Professional. OEM's such as HomeSeer Technologies are licensed to create their own versions of the operating system. HomeSeer has created a version of XP that contains only the necessary operating system components to support the unit's control software and add-ons. This greatly reduces the size of the operating system while improving performance. When HomeTroller boots, it uses only 128 MB of Ram. See similar questions...

What is the difference between Windows XP Home and Windows XP Pro?

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There are several differences between Windows XP Home and Windows XP Pro. The main differences are that Windows XP Pro is better for networking as it has more features. For a full comparison of the differences, please click here. See similar questions...

How do I uninstall Windows XP?

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Note that doing any of the below will erase all data in your hard disk! You can boot from a Windows 9x boot disk, reformat the XP partition and install a previous version of Windows. If XP is installed using NTFS file system, you'll first have to use FDISK to delete the partition, type FDISK at the prompt. Once you are at the menu, select "Delete Non-dos Partition. See similar questions...

How do I perform a Repair of Windows XP?

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Use the Unlocker utility. This file will unlock all file handles on the file/folder and even offer to delete it for you before the program locks it again! See similar questions...

What is new in Windows XP?

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Microsoft is aiming to combine the features of Windows Me for the consumer, and reliability of Windows 2000 for businesses and power users into one new operating system. This operating system in its' different flavors will have new features for gaming, multimedia applications, audio, etc. in addition to features for networking, development, etc. for businesses and power users. See similar questions...

What flavors is Windows XP available in?

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Windows XP comes in Professional and Home versions. Servers will also come out, but they are still in beta testing. See similar questions...

What is Windows XP pricing?

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Windows XP Home is $99 for an upgrade copy and $199 for the full version. Windows XP Pro is $199 for the upgrade version and $299 for a full copy. See similar questions...

What's the difference between Windows XP Home Edition and Professional Edition?

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Windows XP Home is designed as an upgrade for Windows 9x/Me and therefore ships with the same type of consumer features found in Windows Me. The biggest difference is processor support: Windows XP Home will support only one processor, while Professional supports two. I have a full and detailed list available regarding the differences between the two editions available, however: Use this showcase to determine which version is for you. See similar questions...

What features of Windows XP have been taken from Windows Me?

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Features such as System Restore, Image acquisition and more. Most of the new multimedia features in Windows Me will be carried over to Windows XP. See similar questions...

Will most of my programs from Windows 9* work in Windows XP?

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Most programs that work on Windows 95/98/Me and NT will work on versions of Windows XP. As with Windows 2000, several compatibility updates are sure to made after the product is released. There will be problems running older DOS programs (if they will run at all). See similar questions...

If I am a games player, should I go for Windows 2000 or Windows XP?

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Definitely go for Windows XP for the simple reason that it is designed for both the business & consumer thus is more adept at games playing. See similar questions...

I have Windows Me - is it advisable to upgrade to Windows XP?

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Yes without a doubt we wholly recommend upgrading to Windows XP and as you are a Windows Me user, we recommend that you purchase Windows XP Home Edition for your PC. exams of Microsoft certification endow the very technical skills of tackling all routing and switching system with all security measures and reasonable solutions with fine troubleshooting of Cisco. See similar questions...

Is there any difference in how windows are made?

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There are two basic types of construction: Mechanically fastened windows are screwed together at the corners. And welded windows, becoming more and more popular, that use a chemical or heat process for joining. Alside produces mechanically fastened and welded windows. Our mechanically fastened windows feature a unique overlap corner design for extra strength, while our welded versions utilize state-of-the-art heat welding equipment. See similar questions...

Why do I need Windows XP Pro instead of XP Home?

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Students living in the residence halls (Towers, Dadisman, Boreman, Arnold, Stalnaker, Pierpont, and Summit) should have Windows XP Professional for security reasons for connection to ResNet, WVU's Residental Network (internet connection). Windows XP Professional is much more reliable. Windows XP Media Center Edition is not recommended. Windows XP Professional was built to operate in a business-like environment utilitizing network technology such as ethernet and wireless connectivity. See similar questions...

How do I install the kX driver under Windows 2000 or Windows XP?

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Windows 2000 and Windows XP provide their own certified drivers for some EMU10kX-based audio cards. Our kX Audio Driver has not been certified by Microsoft (WHQL-ed) and thus a special installation procedure might be required. It is recommended that you first try running kXSetup, and if that fails, follow our Windows XP installation guide. See similar questions...

Where can I get Windows XP with Service Pack 2 online?

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You need to get into Control Panel, Power Management, and turn on APM (Advanced Power Management). If that doesn't work, check out this website here. There could be an application request which you have to attend to. Check the system tray, unhide all the "inactive" icons - clicking and opening each of them. See similar questions...

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