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Windows 8, with both x64 with x32 support. Under version 8 you have a tablet-like icon interface, but can run older x32 programs on the Desktop. Even though I have an Android tablet I still did not like having the standard PC interface. However, Microsoft has issued an updated version 8.1 which allows you to set the system to automatically boot up to the old standard Desktop. I have held off this update because it has some idiosyncrasies and I have installed a free program called "Classic Shell" which replaces the default Windows 8 bootup screen with a classic start button and desktop appearance. If you are a long-time Windows user you will prefer this, it is easy to toggle between the tablet icon and the Desktop. Soon Microsoft should have 8.1 working better between the two systems. Considerations: If you have a lot of legacy software and do not want to upgrade or don't have available X64 software, you may want to use the familiar desktop feature. If you already have x64 software or are buying new software, you will want to start out with the default Windows 8 tablet-icon presentation. This is the direction everything is headed anyway, so I recommend eventually migrating to the newer format. If you have older programs you have to migrate to the new PC I suggest using the older format until you get the new PC set up, so the learning curve does not interfere. I also suggest searching the Internet for articles and tips on using Windows 8 so you'll soon be familiar with the shortcuts and behavior tips for efficient use of the system. Good luck.
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My Acer Aspire AXC600-UR12 came equipped with Windows 8; I wasn't too happy about that because of all the negative comments I had seen about Windows 8, but since it came and I have used it for 2 or 3 months I have been pleasantly surprised and pleased with the latest MS operating system. I have since downloaded 8.1 (free and easily installed) and it is even better with the old Windows 7 start capability. I don't know if you can get this machine with Windows 7 or not, but I don't think you would be unhappy with Windows 8.Good luck
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Widows 8. This is the 3rd Aspire in the family. I like the smaller than average case size and they just work great for us.
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It comes with 64-bit Windows 8 built in to the system. There's no CD, so if you want a different OS, you have to rip it out of the processor.
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The default is 64 bit. However, we could install 32 bit OS per custoomer's request.
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You can install an OS onto it. I have it running Linux in a dual boot configuration right now
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The more expensive version does. I dont think mine came with an OS. But for me it didnt matter since I had plans to run Arch Linux.
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I bought it for my nephew and it has an OS loaded and ready to go. No problems. Highly recommended,.
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As far as I know (somebody can correct me if i'm wrong) The motherboard can have any operating system you want it to have. That is just a program you install on to your computer. If you really wanted to, you could install windows 98.
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Windows 7 Ultimate is the most efficient operating system currently. Unless you have a touch-screen computer, Windows 8 is very difficult to use on PCs. This Windows 7 Ultimate OS supports both 32-bit and 64-bit systems:
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It supports the following operating systems:Windows® 8 , 32bit/64bitWindows® 7 , 32bit/64bitWindows® Vista , 32bit/64bitWindows® XP , 32bit/64bitMac OS X 10.5Mac OS X 10.6Mac OS X 10.7Mac OS X 10.8
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Yes it is a full operating system disk, you may have to find a few drivers but most of the time it has them all. I bought this disk just for that purpose for a full reinstall to a damaged hard drive.
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I don't think operating system would be an issue. Just make sure you don't stress out the power supply and you should be ok.
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OS / System RequirementOperating System SupportedWindows 7, XP, 2000, Vista, Mac OS 10.4.X and higher
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OS Required Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, Microsoft Windows Vista, Apple MacOS X 10.5.x, Apple MacOS X 10.6.x, Apple MacOS X 10.7.x, Apple MacOS X 10.8.x
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The computer system is a Linux based os and its built in to the unit everything runs great on one of these systems highly recommend it.
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BIOS. Yes you can run linux on it easily. Now if you went with windows 8 or 8.1 it'll be a bit tricky.
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which os do you hav in it? i am running wins 8 and it loves it thats what it really needed. i am a computer builder and repairer.
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I don't think it uses any specific operating system as there is no need to install it. I have Windows 7 and all I had to do was just hook it up.
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Yes, here are the systems it'll run under:Supported Operating SystemsWindows 8Windows 7 Home Premium, Pro, Enterprise & Ultimate Editions (32-bit & 64-bit)Windows Vista® Home Premium, Business, Enterprise & Ultimate Editions (32-bit & 64-bit, SP2)Windows® XP Home & Pro editions (SP3)