kiepie
Executive Member
I would rather get an XP version and then add the stuff I want.
I would buy everything off the selves but it is to expensive!
I would buy everything off the selves but it is to expensive!
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You could also use Nlite to make your Windows XP edition, combine that with the RyanVM Update Pack and you have a Windows XP with only the components you want and completely up to date.
The MSFN Nlite Software Addon forum also has a guide on how to make your own software addon that can be integrated into Windows VIA nLite and there are already a whole bunch of addons available (such as WMP11 & IE7, Deamon Tools, etc)
Once you've made your own successful nLited Windows XP you'll never go back to using other people Windows XP's. It just doesn't have the flexibility
That black edition is either made with nLite anyway or it doesn't directly integrate the files into Windows meaning slow installation thats probably buggy.
The MSFN Nlite Software Addon forum also has a guide on how to make your own software addon that can be integrated into Windows VIA nLite and there are already a whole bunch of addons available (such as WMP11 & IE7, Deamon Tools, etc)
Once you've made your own successful nLited Windows XP you'll never go back to using other people Windows XP's. It just doesn't have the flexibility
That black edition is either made with nLite anyway or it doesn't directly integrate the files into Windows meaning slow installation thats probably buggy.
nocilah
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xistenz
Well-Known Member
Quick question. How do you pronounce 'warez'?
Because what he's talking about is illegal, and results in jail time? It's always "Oh, nothings going to happen" until it does, and then it's tears and ass rape. That some of you kids are too stupid to realize how serious this is puts everyone in danger of a warez bust that will f*** up the local scene
*Sigh* Its all so clear! - your nickname says it all!
"aY aY to the Pirates of the world!"
Its too risky!. IF you're going to pirate, rather install the software you know and trust than use this shortcut!
The_Techie
Resident Techie
Stay away from pirated copies of an OS... No way to tell what's going on in the background.
Riiiiight. Don't know what the fuss is about. I have it installed on my brother's PC. He uses it mainly for gaming and listening to music so all the extra stuff aren't really needed. Have a good anti virus installed and had no problems yet.
What I liked about it is that it installed most of the drivers from the start and codecs are up to date. Most Windows updates are also included.
Works great as a all-rounder.
What I liked about it is that it installed most of the drivers from the start and codecs are up to date. Most Windows updates are also included.
Works great as a all-rounder.
Abe
Expert Member
And where does it say that someone has to use Office 2007? I can even understand the odd person pirating XP (although Linux does provide a free alternative) but the rest of the non-free apps in the list are not something that anyone has to pirate. There is absolutely nothing wrong is OpenOffice if someone can't afford MS Office. In fact, anyone switching to OO helps to break the shackles MS has on the industry.
Abe
Expert Member
You are not entitled to any of the software on the list unless you have paid for it. Hell, some of the products on the list are from companies that are not making billions. Don't you see anything wrong with that?
Then tomorrow there is a new version of Opera or Open Office and the "installation" is old. Doesn't seem like an optimal way of working to me.
Highflyer_GP
Honorary Master
I'm not advocating it, badmouthing it or trying to promote piracy - simply making a point that while it's the office product of choice for most Windows users, it's reached a point where it's now way too expensive. If anything, this will promote OO because pirates are in the minority, the majority wouldn't be able to afford purchasing the full suite and therefore will be on the lookout for alternatives.
I use my PC to buy stuff online. Despite updated virus definitions and firewall I would not want to run WAREZ like that. If any WAREZ at all, find a serial number and register a shareware app with that instead. Downloading gigs of
softs for installation on an internet connected PC is dangerous, after all, there
could be a hidden password keylogger in there or something. Why not?
softs for installation on an internet connected PC is dangerous, after all, there
could be a hidden password keylogger in there or something. Why not?
I have an OEM purchased Office XP Standard and it's good enough for me. I also have OpenOffice which I don't really use. I don't see a reason to buy new stuff or use warez Office
.This is also true
Serialz are always malware and virus-free but not keygens.
Then again I don't use any warez
. 1. OO and Ms Office Std XP for Word Processing.
2. WinAMP for music.
3. VLC and Windows Media Player.
4. Old Ver of Photoshop and PSP for picture editing (don't really do this tho)
5. AV is registered.
6. Free Firewall - legit.
7. Legit PowerDVD (OEM) for Anime.
8. OEM DVD burning software.
9. Free Windows sitters
10. Remote Selector for Region Free PowerDVD (freeware).
11. Stuff like Super or AutoGK with DivX free or xVid to encode vid files for portable video player.
12. WinLAME and LAME for Mp3 creation.
On Mac, use
1. OO.
2. VLC (region free) with flashed drive for DVD and AVI Playback so I can watch Anime Vids.
3. Purchased FCP - ok this was expensive.
4. Burn (freeware burner for DVDs)
5. QT Pro comes with FCP so use that to watch MOVs.
6. No AV soft but ClamAV for Mac is free.
7. Lots of freeware plugins for FCP and a couple I bought.
8. iTunes for music (free).
SO yeah, some stuff is purchased (but long ago) and the rest if freeware/shareware.
Don't plan on buying Vista.
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Abe
Expert Member
Apologies, missunderstood your post. I agree 100% Office pricing is absolutely ridiculous. For that matter, has anyone seen what MS is charging for Vista Ultimate in places like Incredible Rip-Off. Over R5K. If that is not an invitation to pirate the software, I don't know what is. Everyone who actually thought that IE, MS Defender and all of that stuff is free must have a look at the increase in prices between XP and Vista to see what is funding the development.
Abe
Expert Member
Too late, the Spanish Armada is coming to the rescue.
Abe
Expert Member
3a. Media Player Classic, Quicktime Alternative and Real Alternative
4a. GIMP is also cool
6a. Sunbelt Kerio is really cool
8a. Take a look at ImgBurn. It's really nice for a quick and dirty.
11a. DVD Decrypter is a must have for me9. Free Windows sitters
10. Remote Selector for Region Free PowerDVD (freeware).
11. Stuff like Super or AutoGK with DivX free or xVid to encode vid files for portable video player.
11b. DVD Shrink works a charm
11c. DVD Remake Pro for reauthoring DVDs. Gets rid of those nasty ads.
I need a cross, I am staying away from it like the plague.