Where can I get Vista Starter

[xwb]

I've just read about it - the requirements are

384Mb RAM, 800MHz processor, 800x600 screen

I've got loads of machines that fit that spec but they won't even run W7 starter. Apparently it is for the non-technologically advanced nations. I wonder if those of us who get "hand-me-down" machines fit in that category.

I have an MSDN subscription but it isn't in the MSDN downloads for Vista. I can get all manner of languages but not Vista Starter. Any idea where I can get a copy from?

Failing that, I might try LinuxLand.

 

[linney]

Availability.

Windows Vista Starter is not available in developed technology markets such as the United States, the European Union, Australia, or Japan. Windows Vista Starter ships on lower-cost computers sold by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Microsoft OEM distributors in 139 countries.

Windows Vista Starter

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-AU/windows-vista/products/compare/starter

 

[flyboytim]

You may be too late:

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/products/lifecycle[/URL]]

Windows Vista retail software end of sales - October 22, 2010

Windows Vista End of sales for PCs with Windows preinstalled - October 22, 2011

Perhaps someone has an unused license and disk they want to pass on.

Linuxland would be easier tho.

http://www.fxxxingcomputers.co.uk

 

[xwb]

I tried W7 Starter on a machine with 384Mb memory and a 800MHz processor and guess what - it worked. Guess I don't need Vista starter after all.

Now all I have to install is adobe, open office and some form of sticky notes and I have a PC suitable for visiting relatives who don't know how to use Linux.

May come as a shock to them when they find that it can't run flash at a reasonable speed because this is way below minimum spec for W7.