Legit copy of Vista or XP

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thread starter Sophisticated Nov 02 2010 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

Okay, so when I got a mac for graduation last year, I figured I'd get a copy of Windows Vista or XP and put it on bootcamp so I could play Maplestory. Anyways, it has been like 4-5 months, and I still havn't got a copy. So does anyone know where I could get a copy (CD) and how much it would cost? Thanks in advance! :D EDIT: Okay, so which copy is better? Would the $100 copy work or do I need the full to install it on boot camp? Expensive (Home Premium Full) Cheap (Home Premium 64-Bit 1-Pack for System Builders-OEM)

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qwan456 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

I have nothing against either those two OS, but you should just get Win7. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116754

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Sophisticated 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

[quote] qwan456 : I have nothing against either those two OS, but you should just get Win7. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116754 [/quote] Isn't it more expensive, and does maple run as well on it?

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ironpenguin 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

you can find copys of vista in computer stores, expect to pay a couple hundred dollars for a copy

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imjesse 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

Maple runs well on it, I have it minimized as we speak and I'm on windows 7. Never lags (Unless the server lags, like when EVERYBODY lags not just you) Never D/Cs unless I have the game minimized for a long time.

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FrostyGun 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

[quote] imjesse : Maple runs well on it, I have it minimized as we speak and I'm on windows 7. Never lags (Unless the server lags, like when EVERYBODY lags not just you) Never D/Cs unless I have the game minimized for a long time. [/quote] Really? Now.. I Dc everytime I CC before killing mobs/Using Flashy skills I Dc at bosses.

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Cheeze5467 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

windows XP

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Sophisticated 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

[quote] ironpenguin : you can find copys of vista in computer stores, expect to pay a couple hundred dollars for a copy [/quote] Really, $200 for a copy? That sounds like a ripoff, isn't there anything cheaper, I only need a basic one.

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lostsign 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

i never ever ever EVER lagged on my win 7

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Kid24 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

Everything is at least $100+.

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iKevinEMS 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

I am also using W7 atm, I never lagg, have never Dc'd yet, and it is freaking awesome.

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Sophisticated 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

Like $100-150 I could afford, $200+ is waaaaaaay to much for me. Which version do you guys recommend?

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qwan456 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

[quote] Sophisticated : Isn't it more expensive, and does maple run as well on it? [/quote] Hmm, I'm sure they are still selling the Vista OS on some site, it's around the same price as Win7. Why not spend money on a newer and more updated OS? I ran MapleStory on 3 differently spec-ed computers with Win7 x64 on it, and I personally never had a single problem. I can't say the same for the other people on this site though. XP is a bit more expensive then Win7 the last time I saw it on Newegg (though, they don't sell it anymore there). Edit: If you are talking about version as in Home Premium, Business, Ultimate, etc., then they are basically the same for the most part, but each upgrade will give you more features on Win7. I would go with HP, as it's the cheapest that's all that is needed for most people. You could go with Ultimate if you want. It has a feature called "XP Mode" too.

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looniemunki 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

if u have windows xp u can upgrade for about 100-150. If u have W7 you can upgrade to premium/business for 80. Since you're a mac. You will need boot camp. You can buy bootcamp for about 80

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jklhgfcm 11/02/10 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

XP=Maple, win7=any other needs, except some computerssz make Basil all glitchy and it flashes every time I type a character in.

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