Software : Operating systems
Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1
Reviewed on 10/03/2008 11:18 AMWindows XP's first service pack is a worthwhile download--if only for the security patches--as long as you have the bandwidth. If not, you're better off piecing together XP fixes in smaller, single downloads.
Apple Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar
Reviewed on 10/03/2008 11:18 AMTake a good, hard look at Mac OS X 10.2 if you're adding a Mac to a Windows network--Jaguar's new tools can't be beat. But home users, beware the $129 upgrade price if you're not looking for networking options.
Microsoft Pocket PC 2002
Reviewed on 10/03/2008 11:18 AMIf you're looking for a handheld with a built-in MP3 and video player, pick a Pocket PC device over a Palm. Unfortunately, only original iPaq owners can upgrade to Pocket PC 2002, and it's not really worth the bother for them.
Mac OS X 10.1
Reviewed on 10/03/2008 11:18 AM Thanks to version 10.1, OS X is now ready for the masses. If you already have OS X, upgrade now. OS 9 folks should wait for Microsoft Office X to ship.
Windows XP Home Edition
Reviewed on 29/03/2008 03:37 AMXP is a worthwhile upgrade from 95/98 or Windows 2000. Unless you need corporate administration tools, XP Home Edition should suffice for most--even for small businesses.
Windows XP Professional Edition
Reviewed on 25/03/2008 03:36 AMWindows Professional boasts serious corporate administration tools--it's a trustworthy upgrade from Windows 2000.
Virtual PC for Windows
Reviewed on 27/09/2008 03:37 AMVirtual PC for Windows is the safest and most practical way to test-drive operating systems on your Windows machine, but it's a pricey insurance policy.
Linux Mandrake 8.0 Standard
Reviewed on 26/08/2008 03:37 AM Linux-Mandrake 8.0 is easy to learn and use, with a toolset that should please advanced users and novices, in particular.
Small Business Server 2000 CD w/5 Clients
Reviewed on 27/08/2008 03:37 AMWe recommend Small Business Server for companies with more than 50 employees, but you'll have to purchase additional server licenses to do so. Smaller companies should consider rival server suites and outsourcing and open source solutions.
Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
Reviewed on 30/08/2008 03:37 AMMillennium is a great face-lift for Windows 98, but it's not a necessary upgrade. If you have technical difficulties or work with pictures or music, try the new OS. But if you're happy with Windows 98, stick with it.
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