May 02, 2001 04:18 AM
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Here are some of the new features that Windows ME has to offer.
Ability to import and edit video from your camcorder (analog or digital)
If your PC crashes, the System Restore feature can roll your system back to the state it was in prior to the crash (by date or restore point you created)
Supports Universal Plug and Play devices
PC Health protects critical system files from being deleted or altered
Improved networking features
Import and store images from your digital camera with a new wizard
Media Player version 7
Internet Explorer 5.5
Aside from the above features, there are many more that may tickle your fancy. Windows ME upgrade installs with ease (disable anti-virus and security programs). All of your existing drivers are either migrated or upgraded. Most of your existing programs should work (see compatibility list) fine. Windows ME has an improved desktop, start menu, and some fancy looking wallpaper. The boot time is quite a bit faster than Windows 98 (autoexec.bat & config.sys have been moved to the registry). Some applications may run a tad bit slower than in Windows 98 (I'm benchmarking these applications -- you may not see a difference). Overall, this new OS has some nice features. Keep in mind....a hand full of the upgrades found in Windows ME can be installed in Windows 98 (downloaded from the Microsoft web site or installed through Windows Update). I run Windows ME and have not had any major problems. In fact, it runs pretty smooth. So....if what you have works fine, you might want to wait for Windows XP. If you want the bells and whistles now, grab the upgrade and have fun.
https://microsoft.com/windowsxp/
