Yes first post in this forum. And it is an question to you all.
Who is still using Windows 95/98/ME on there computer???
I myself don't run it but would like to know this!!!

Greetz Carny

I still use Win-98se a lot.
One system I dual boot with XP and another system I never bothered to change because it runs fine and really don't have anything to gain by installing XP for what it's used for.
Dave

I am still using WINME on first partition for decoding
skyTV ?

Don't even use Windows!!!:D

I live here with some different computers running, most of them on a daily basis. They are mixed m$- and linuxboxes and my favorite computer is old and slow and runs win98 (well, it's an old laptop).
There are a lot of computers out there that aren't able to run NT-based os's.

I still use Win98SE somewhat it is very stripped down.
The only software that is installed is PartitionMagic and
DriveImage.

I mostly only use it to do backups and Dos.

VP



Last edited by VP at Jul 17 2002, 09:31 AM

Still use 98SE on some systems (I.E has been removed using "IEradicator" in all cases, which makes 98SE just about as stable as XP!!).

Some games will not work under XP, even using the "compatibility mode" but work great on SE.

Also, I have mucho software for burning CD's and don't want to switch over to XP because of the lack of system level drivers I need.

And, have tons of development "play toys" that I've used forever under the 9X versions and am to lazy to switch all that over to XP.

So- what do I use the XP systems for? Mostly to play DVD's and view home and commercial movies (that I've produced using 98SE). Can't really see much of a reason to get excited about XP yet.

I suppose if I was a typical M$ "junkie" that used I.E., Outlook Express and all the other bug ridden M$ software I'd have a different point of view. But - I've been developing software at the system level (machine language mainly) since 1973 - with the original Intel 8008, no less - and have a respect for good software.

Not that I'd catagorize 98SE as "good" software - it's just handy and convenient at times.

Yes I do to!

I still have some Windows95 and a Windows98 machines. Mostly because these system aren't fast egnough for newer OS'ses, but also to test some things now and then.

A lot of friends/customers are still using 9x machines, so I need to have them at hand. And sure, WinXP/Win2K are better, but I still love Windows95. I can still remeber the shock it gave me when I first started using 95 after years of 3.x!

Cheers
Cactus

I'm only using windows XP for about one year now !

All the whistler beta and I don't want to goback to another oprating system.

I like windows XP and I keep it

I have quite a few 'online' pals who still use it!

Now I can tell them to join BetaOne and STOP
bugging me all the time! :D :D

Tube!Out!

I'm primarily a gamer and see no reason to switch from 98 in the near future. I suppose I'll eventually set up an XP dual boot again just to play around with, but there is no proper XP support for my sound card (Aureal), my video card (Voodoo5) or my joystick (Microsoft !!!, for god's sake!). Beginning to see a theme here?

I've assisted people who prefer to stick to Win98SE and even one who insists on keeping ME. Many common applications just do not require moving from these o/s's.

New installs are sure easier in new equipment with XP. I'm 100% XP on 3 machines. No way I'd go back.

I use W2K on both my machines. Had XP for a while before I decided to revert to the unbloated version of XP - W2K ;) I'm not a gamer, so that's a consideration, also XP has no drivers for my old laser printer and I'll be damned if I'll buy a new printer for that reason.

g-string.

XP all the way due to its stability(the look&feel is cool too). if I ever feel the need to use W2K or WinME, etc...i'll do it using VirtualPC or VMware.

im still using it on 1 HD and w2k sp2 on my main 1

I am forced to work with 98 and ME at work where the decision makers didn't want to switch to 2000Pro or XP, at a consultants reccommendation, because "those versions aren't as stable or easy to work with as 98SE".

What a load of crap, I run 2000Pro (SP2) at home and love it...wish I could convince the idiots here...I know more about 2000Pro and XP than that consultant that comes does. He convinced accounting to keep using a DOS based system when a windows based one is available - and better I might add.

Now, every time the system crashes or has an error, they call the idiot adnd have to pay for the phone call in a consulting fee...like $35 / hr.

If they would lisen to me and switch OS's they would not only save time and frustration, but save money as well. Leave it to Win 98 (and even worse with ME) to kill time and money as well as increase stress levels.

later,

Sig Z 314

Hi Folks, according to the Stats on this section nothing has moved for over a month now. Seems to me there is not much interest in this old S/W anymore, or at least nothing "New" that causes problems or is not clearly understood. I expect the Section could be closed down and not really be missed that much....:sleep: :sleep:

BTW, my wife is still running Win95 on the machines in her Kindergarten Class....;) :rolleyes:

I am still running Me on 2 computers, and 98 SE on a 3rd-Also on my lappy. I have heard so much about hardware compatability issues and burning proggies not working, that I have just stuck with them. Also, I am constantly upgrading and trying new hardware, and sometimes removing it. Have heard that will cause XP to lock me out. Sounds like a real hassle, and all are stable, so don't see why I should switch, even tho XP looks Cool !

me cause i cant get xp to install what a crapper eh

I currently have 4 os on my PC. 98SE, 2000 Pro, 2000 Server and XP Pro. I´m still doing most stuff in 98 and 2000. I guess I´ll be using XP properly in 5 years or so... :-)

I use 9x with games :) (yes Im an old guy that still gaming :P )
Its alot better than any others W$ (have more Frames Per Second than any NT and the color pallet that use nVidia on 9x its a lot better that the same used on NT)

I run WinME on a partition on my testbox, that's about it. I don't know why, but I just don't like using 98/ME, and I loathe 95. I think it's because I really started getting into computers and understanding them about the time of Win2k. (although I had 95 and 98 briefly on my first PC, but didn't know what the hell I was doing).

I'm a loyal fan of 2k, XP, basically anything NTFS. If I'm loading a new OS on a friend or family members computer, I won't bother with anything lower than 2k, just because I don't want to have to come back and mess with it later.

NTFS 4 LIFE! B)

Running xp pro.. home.. lindows on my 3 box's Still running 98se on my kids box...for games and things for them...plus at 2&5 would be big switch for them this early in the learning phase...

the real reason is simplicity in fixing what they mess up :huh:

98 is still using to play most of the games, not ME tho...(don really like ME)

currently dual booting my 98 win 2k.

I am using XP Pro, and have been since RC1 stage... and have not looked back since. I liked the look and feel of XP from day one, and the stability is a 100x improvement over the 9x code. I ran across a Blue Screen in XP once, but after making sure I had the latest device drivers, it has been solid since (almost a year).

The security and stability features also make XP a better choice for kids' use. Under 9x, system files are not protected, so any unintentional file deletions and hung apps have access to the System32 folder and bring down the OS. Thus 9x is inherently unstable. Under XP, kids can be assigned 'Restricted User' rights, and they can't install, uninstall or have access to System Files.

In a network environment, XP is so much more 'aware'. It automatically detects any Internet Connection Sharing hosts and connects to it, and provides for an NT secure environment.

It erks me to see IT consultants who get used to one particular OS, and forego looking at newer OSs because 'they are comfortable with what works'. I am always amazed that in the IT field where it is in a constant state of flux with newer programs out about every 2 years and newer hardware moving in accordance with Moore's Law, that a lot of IT people don't like to change things much.

I would rather sit there and watch my fingernails grow, than go back to using Windows 9x. I just can't wait for the final .NET Server and the anticipated Longhorn with the new 'Yukon' technology and file system.



Last edited by obi1 at Jul 27 2002, 10:43 PM

i am still using win 98se, i find it very easy to reinstall after i piss it up - also i can get win XP to install the way i am happy with :)

i got my PII computer with Windows 98 installed in 1999. i was so pissed for its instability. when Windows 2000 was released, and after i installed it, i felt the huge difference between the two. It has sacrificed its compatibility to its stability. i sacrificed my listening to music for 3 months, till buying a new soundcard which is compatible with Windows 2000. i didn't give up using windows 2000 within that time -- that's much i loved its stabiliy. Now Windows XP is out, and the SP1, so I benefit from both compatibility and stability.
I live with the ntoskrnl and will never go back to the 9x kernal. :)

Hi, add me to the pot. Still have two machines that run well for what they're used for.. primarily gaming, 98 with sp1, all the security fixes, ladi dadi da. you know the drill. All my hardware / software is well established and @home there. Have several mult-boot rigs with XPSP1, 98se, mandrake8x... I prefer xp when using the newer hardware/softwares i snatch from time to time. peace out, jizac

Windows 98, what the heck? why wouldn't you take advantage of (finally) a decent MS upgrade. The previous versions were pretty sad but XP works!

I still run 98SE on an old machine so that I can run things which will not go with XP

Damn- 3 times in the last month I had to install windows98 on one of my box's. Nokia Unlocking software doesn?t like the NT kernel. I guess you had better add me to the list................ :huh: <_<

Just installed win98se on my kids computer downstairs. Funny how strange it looks and feels after a year or so of using 2000 and xp stuffs.

I use Win XP, but I just got done installing Windows 95 for a customer who wanted their computer wiped clean. The thing was a P2 200 Mhz, with 32 MB Ram....3.24 Gig hard drive, the thing was from 1997. :o

Have XP Pro on my second machine a PII 450 and it runs great but this one is 98se as I had a hard time getting the XP to install on it and once I did my hard drive sounded like a cement mixer so went back and it runs nice on it so will keep this on 98se and my other XP pro. Oh this one is a PIII 1000 MHz with an Abit mobo that give it a headache when trying to install so will wait till I get a newer mobo maybe.BD :unsure: