Upgrade from Win98SE

[JP]

I am considering upgrading my system from Win98SE to XP, but I do not like
the layout of XP. Can XP be configured to look and feel like Win98SE? Thanks
JP

 

[Grumpy Aero Guy]

Yes it can....easily.

In XP: Right Click on Start button --> Properties

Then select classic start menu.

You can also play with themes to get the calssic Win98 look, if you're THAT
nostalgic.

 

[Rick \Nutcase\ Rogers]

Hi,

Yep, undo all the eye candy, set it to use the classic style and you have a
Win98 look and WinXP capabilities. I avoid the use of the term "stable", as
I always found Win98 to be very stable and so far have found WinXP to be so
as well.

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Best of Luck,

Rick Rogers aka "Nutcase" MS-MVP - Win9x
Windows isn't rocket science! That's my other hobby!

Associate Expert - WinXP - Expert Zone

 

[JP]

Thanks for the replies. Being nostalgic is not one of the reasons for my
question. Having to learn to use a new operating system is not fun for me.
Learning to use XP while looking at a screen that looks familiar should be
easier. Thanks JP

 

[Alex Nichol]

I am considering upgrading my system from Win98SE to XP, but I do not like
the layout of XP. Can XP be configured to look and feel like Win98SE?

Effectively yes. There are settings in Display; in System (Visual
Effects) ; and in the properties of the Start Menu to use 'Classic
Style'.