Advantages and Disadvantages of Linux Mint

The advantages of Linux Mint would be that it is a well known operating system, not only does it provide you with the basic features that will be seen in other operating systems such as the music player, the filing system, calculator, etc. But also provides you with added features that you may not expect, such as Open Office, a program with all the office tools you will need, and Pidgin Messenger, an instant messenger service. It also displays a modern layout which is different to other operating systems.  The disadvantages of Linux Mint would be that for it would be harder to use for new users to work, it may be confusing for buyers as there are many different variations of Linux and users may be confused into deciding which one is more suitable for them, it is not as advertised or as popular as other operating systems such as Windows, therefore it may be harder to research and find answers to problems you may be experiencing with it. I think that Linux Mint is a fun, modern operating system, with professional features, and I would say that it appeals more to the youth and users that are confident in how to use computers as it may be hard for new users to work. Although it does contain professional programs that can be used in a working environment I don’t think that it would appeal to most Businesses as they would want to purchase an operating system that is simpler to use and that contains more professional programs.   

Windows XP Professional Features

Games– Windows XP Professional will come with a few games that have been programmed into the operating system, such as solitaire and pinball.

Music – Windows may include a couple of music tracks for you to try out the windows media player and possibly the speakers if you have them installed. 

Images – Windows may include sample images to demonstrate how you can store your own uploaded images, they could also demonstrate the quality of images that windows XP provides.

Paint – This program is a simple software used for drawing and creating pictures, and it also provides the tools used to do basic photo editing, such as stretching or shrinking an image.

Notepad – A program that allows you to make notes by entering text.

Calculator – A calculator is included in the operating system so you can work out mathematical problems on your computer.

 Windows movie maker – A program used to upload and edit videos.

Internet – A web browser will be included for you to access the web if you have a connection available.

Windows media player – A program used to play music files on your computer, you can also transfer music onto devices such as a phone, USB device, or an ipod from this program.

Files – Windows will include a filing system used to store data in an organized fashion. 

Advantages and Disadvantages of Windows XP Professional

The advantages of Widows XP Professional are that it is one of the most well known computer operating systems, it comes with a wide range of useful features. Because it is so famous, it is vital that the company is liable and offers the best customer service and advice to users to keep up the good name, this makes Windows a reliable retailer from which you can purchase an operating system with confidence.  The disadvantages would be that it is expensive to buy, it cannot be installed onto multiple computers as it only has a single user licence, it is prone to crashing therefore making it unstable, and it cannot be run on old hardware. I think that this operating system would appeal to most Businesses and users that need an easier operating system to control.

Linux Mint Features

Text editor – Used to write notes by entering text.

Calculator – A calculator is included in the operating system so you can work out mathematical problems on your computer.

Music player – Used to play music and transfer music onto hardware that can support mp3 files.

Pidgin messenger – A program used to communicate with people by writing instant messages to each other.

Folders – Used to store all your files, images, videos, etc.

Open office – A full featured office suite, which includes programs such as a word processor, a program to produce spreadsheets, a program to create presentations, drawing software, and a program to produce databases.

Search engine - Linux Mint includes a search engine for you to browse the web providing you have an internet connection.