can i uninstall vista? and install xp?

i have a new computer with the new vista..and i caint play most of my pogo
mgames and i caint play games i have bought from pogo.com..i hate this vista,
i caint do anything i used to do and enjoy, when searching for answers i get
"sorry no updates at this time, program will not run with your current
windows vista"?????...anyone have an answer?

Lucky wrote:
> i have a new computer with the new vista..and i caint play most of my pogo
> mgames and i caint play games i have bought from pogo.com..i hate this vista,
> i caint do anything i used to do and enjoy, when searching for answers i get
> "sorry no updates at this time, program will not run with your current
> windows vista"?????


So you rushed out and bought a computer with the newest and shiniest OS
without taking a few minutes to determine:

a. If you really needed a new operating system,

b. If the new operating system would or could meet your computing needs
and desires,

c. And whether or not all of the 3rd party applications that you
already owned or used were Vista-compatible, or could be made so be a
patch or update from each programs' respective manufacturer.


> ...anyone have an answer?


Answer to what, precisely? Your problems, by your own description,
stem entirely from your unwillingness (or inability) to make an informed
purchasing decision, and the inactions of manufacturers/providers of 3rd
party games. Only they can fix their products.

If you're refering to the question misplaced in the subject line, yes,
you can remove Vista and install WinXP, if you like. It is your
computer, after all.

There could be a couple possible adverse repercussions, however.
First and foremost, if the specific computer model in question was
designed specifically for Vista, there may well be no WinXP-specific
device drivers available to make the computer's diverse components work
properly. Consult the computer's manufacturer about the availability of
device drivers. Secondly, removing an OEM-installed operating system
and replacing with another will almost invariably void any and all
support agreements and, sometimes, even the warranty. You would, at the
very least, have to re-install Vista before getting any support from the
manufacturer. Again, consult the computer's manufacturer for specifics.
Thirdly, there will be the additional cost involved in purchasing a
WinXP license for this new computer.

You should return the computer to the seller and exchange it for
one with WinXP, if possible.


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Bruce Chambers

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REFER TO 'my question"

"Bruce Chambers" wrote:

> Lucky wrote:
> > i have a new computer with the new vista..and i caint play most of my pogo
> > mgames and i caint play games i have bought from pogo.com..i hate this vista,
> > i caint do anything i used to do and enjoy, when searching for answers i get
> > "sorry no updates at this time, program will not run with your current
> > windows vista"?????
>
>
> So you rushed out and bought a computer with the newest and shiniest OS
> without taking a few minutes to determine:
>
> a. If you really needed a new operating system,
>
> b. If the new operating system would or could meet your computing needs
> and desires,
>
> c. And whether or not all of the 3rd party applications that you
> already owned or used were Vista-compatible, or could be made so be a
> patch or update from each programs' respective manufacturer.
>
>
> > ...anyone have an answer?
>
>
> Answer to what, precisely? Your problems, by your own description,
> stem entirely from your unwillingness (or inability) to make an informed
> purchasing decision, and the inactions of manufacturers/providers of 3rd
> party games. Only they can fix their products.
>
> If you're refering to the question misplaced in the subject line, yes,
> you can remove Vista and install WinXP, if you like. It is your
> computer, after all.
>
> There could be a couple possible adverse repercussions, however.
> First and foremost, if the specific computer model in question was
> designed specifically for Vista, there may well be no WinXP-specific
> device drivers available to make the computer's diverse components work
> properly. Consult the computer's manufacturer about the availability of
> device drivers. Secondly, removing an OEM-installed operating system
> and replacing with another will almost invariably void any and all
> support agreements and, sometimes, even the warranty. You would, at the
> very least, have to re-install Vista before getting any support from the
> manufacturer. Again, consult the computer's manufacturer for specifics.
> Thirdly, there will be the additional cost involved in purchasing a
> WinXP license for this new computer.
>
> You should return the computer to the seller and exchange it for
> one with WinXP, if possible.
>
>
> --
>
> Bruce Chambers
>
> Help us help you:
> http://dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
> http://www.catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
>
> They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary
> safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. ~Benjamin Franklin
>
> Many people would rather die than think; in fact, most do. ~Bertrand Russell
>
> The philosopher has never killed any priests, whereas the priest has
> killed a great many philosophers.
> ~ Denis Diderot
>

Dear Bruce, most gaming sites/ games in general will have a area for spec's
of the game. Such as what processor, OS, Memory, Hard disc, Video card, sound
card are required to play it. Check that the games you buy/download are OS
Vista compatible.

Regards,
EUMP

Dear Lucky,
Most gaming sites/ games will tell you the spec's required to play it such
as, OS, Processor, Memory, Hard disc, Video card, Sound card.

Check the Operating System is compatible with the game.
( Vista )

Regards,
EUMP

Lucky wrote:
> i have a new computer with the new vista..and i caint play most of my pogo
> mgames and i caint play games i have bought from pogo.com..i hate this vista,
> i caint do anything i used to do and enjoy, when searching for answers i get
> "sorry no updates at this time, program will not run with your current
> windows vista"?????...anyone have an answer?


Try This: If you downloaded the game software, find where it is located
and select the properties of each application file, then select the
compatibility tab and change compatibility mode to run the program as
Windows XP. This worked for me for certain zone games.