Windows 2003

TaKYoN · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 5:52 pm **Post subject:** Windows 2003

Would I get better stability if I used 2003? What about compatability issues?

Thought I would ask here first incase any of you dudes are using it.

paul-scream22 · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 5:58 pm **Post subject:**

Stay away from windows 2003 mate :wink:

I tryed it and becuase it's built on server technology.
Isn't really suited to a home PC.

It may well be stable but alot of the functions are missing or different becuase it is a server build of windows!

Like shutdown, it's not as easy as clicking on start shutdown and then it does...... If ya want more info I could PM you.

But from my experience.

Windows 2000 (Pro/Server) is the best+stable version of windows there is!

But give 2003 a try but you'll find that the server additions just make it more complictaed to run as a home PC.

Like alot of software WIL NOT run on it, like dvd/virus/firewall becuase it is a enterprise edition of windows?

Anyway basically - "NO" to your question!

TaKYoN · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 7:08 pm **Post subject:**

Hmm, might give 2000 a go then. Just looking into alternatives again.

paul-scream22 · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 7:56 pm **Post subject:**

If you've not tried 2000 then go for that mate and you won't look back...ask any1 who uses it.

Is just as stable as windows 2003 would be but more user firendly :wink:

TaKYoN · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 8:28 pm **Post subject:**

Sweet, have to find a verified link then. Might have a go 2moro.

Jynks · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 8:33 pm **Post subject:**

2003 kicks all the other serevr platforms buts, baring a unix clone.

paul-scream22 · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 9:22 pm **Post subject:**

Jynks wrote:

2003 kicks all the other server platforms buts, baring a unix clone.

Of course, but i doubt good old Takyon wants a server build of windows specifically?

So windows 2000 is his best bet!

Give me a unix/linux box any day!
Although I work with them so am a bit biased.

TaKYoN · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 10:39 pm **Post subject:**

I didnt mind linux, but this is also a family PC and the others didnt like it. Couldnt be bothered with dual boot as space is an issue for me.

Anyone know what service pack they upto? I only ask cos a mule search chucked up fookin hundreds of results.

paul-scream22 · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 10:45 pm **Post subject:**

Latest Service pack release for windows 2000 is Service Pack 4 :wink:

You can get it through windows update once you install 2000 or a direct link at Micro$ofts Website

TaKYoN · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 10:55 pm **Post subject:**

Any idea of the file size I should look for, had a look at FH and SC but cannot find anything for 2000 pro, and mule search ranges from 1meg right upto 1.5gig

Bassline · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 10:59 pm **Post subject:**

pretty sure i used this one
:wink:

Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional.ISO

TaKYoN · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 11:02 pm **Post subject:**

Cheers Mr Bassline, will give that one a try. Do you mean to say you never, er, purchased it? You "found" a copy?

paul-scream22 · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 11:06 pm **Post subject:**

The one i got a while back was this one :

ed2k: Windows_2000_SP3_4in1.ShareReactor.iso [701.88 Mb] [Stats]

ed2k: Windows_2000_SP3_4in1.ShareReactor.nfo [628 Bytes] [Stats]

Was a bootable CD and includes ALL versions of Windows 2000.
Alot of the Windows Disks aren't bootable so you need to boot from floppy disc or install ontop of windows.

This one worked a treat for me!

[ Add all 2 links to your ed2k client ]

TaKYoN · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 11:10 pm **Post subject:**

Sweet, cheers for ya help guys, if I vanish forever you know I messed up :wink:

Bassline · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 11:10 pm **Post subject:**

TaKYoNtheKoRRuPTeD wrote:

Cheers Mr Bassline, will give that one a try. Do you mean to say you never, er, purchased it? You "found" a copy?

it miraculously appeared on my hard drive after clicking that link albeit a few hours later

maybe Paul Daniels came round for tea :wacky:

TaKYoN · **Posted:** Wed Apr 07, 2004 11:15 pm **Post subject:**

You know what mate? Weird shit like that happens to me all of the time. I always thought I just forgot about these things, but they do appear outta nowhere.

Windows 2003

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