dkeeper09 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I am sure this has been debated and/or discussed frequently. I am looking to build a new pc, but I want to know if I should go with windows 7 or whs2011.My main uses for it would be to stream my media on my network, to my other computer, google tv, xbox, etc.How effective is Windows 7 at sharing across a network?And if I went with whs, does it allow basic programs to be installed or is that something difficult to do? Such as vlc, games, chrome etc.Any help and input is appreciated. Thank you very much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatthewH12 Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 (edited) That depends. WHS2011 is basically Server 2008R2 so yes you can login to the machine to install applications such as an FTP Server or whatnot, but it not designed as a desktop OS. It won't run games very well if at all, and using it as a standard-purpose desktop for web browsing and office tasks while doable, will be annoying due to the more stringent security policies and open up the server to attack. If you want a DEDICATED server box, go WHS2011, if it's gonna be a desktop doing some server tasks, but mostly personal useage go Win7. Edited January 27, 2012 by MatthewH12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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