Windows XP

     Software cannot be put on trial for crimes against humanity. I would shoot Windows on sight for damage to our psyche and our property.
     Windows is what is responsible for your malware, not some h@ck3rs with nothing better to do but ruin your day. It is the flaws in Windows XP that allows your system to be compromised. Those who say your system is safe in Windows probably also advocate the use of anti-virus programs like Norton or MacAffee. Why can't your operating system protect itself? The idea that every OS is susceptable to virii is a myth which I will address in the next chapter.
     After two or three years, why does your computer slow down? Windows cannot handle too many programs installed on it. It is the only operating system where this is a recurring problem. If you reformat a Windows Xp computer, then it will start running fine once more. The way it organizes programs when processing them is what causes the problem.
     If you want better, more in-depth criticism of Windows XP that run a mile long, go to the Wikipedia article "Common criticisms of Windows XP."
     Unfortunately, people now live with the substandard experience of Windows XP without knowing the alternatives. Everyone things that this is what computing means: flawed machines that get along with your desires if you are lucky. People are reluctant to try Linux or the more expensive Apple machines. Why would you when you don't think it will make a difference? Or you have simply spent too much time tweaking your machine to get it to work?
     The next two articles will be much more positive, but will remain ciritical of their limits. I am firmly convinced that Windows XP is not good for anyone.