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Q155621: Comparison of Windows 95 and Windows NT Workstation 4.0

Article: Q155621
Product(s): Microsoft Windows NT
Version(s): WINDOWS:; winnt:4.0
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): kbfaq
Last Modified: 08-AUG-2001

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows NT Workstation version 4.0 
- Microsoft Windows 95 
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SUMMARY
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This article discusses feature differences between Microsoft Windows NT
Workstation version 4.0 and Microsoft Windows 95.

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Both Windows 95 and Windows NT Workstation 4.0 are helping companies realize the
benefits of a more reliable, more manageable operating system. Both run the
latest versions of programs and take advantage of exciting new Internet
technologies.

Choosing the right mix depends on the current needs of your organization. Windows
95 is the easiest way to a 32-bit desktop with a reduced set of requirements,
comprehensive compatibility, and advanced mobile computing tools. Windows NT
Workstation 4.0 is the most powerful 32-bit desktop with its high performance
and industrial-strength reliability and security.

For a more detailed discussion of how to choose the right mix of Windows 95 and
Windows NT Workstation, please refer to the Microsoft white paper "Choosing the
Best Windows Platform From a Businesses' Perspective," available on the World
Wide Web at:

  http://www.microsoft.com/windows/platform/info/how2choose-mb.htm

Additional query words:

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Keywords          :  kbfaq
Technology        : kbWinNTsearch kbWinNTWsearch kbWinNTW400 kbWinNTW400search kbWinNT400search kbWin95search kbZNotKeyword3
Version           : WINDOWS:; winnt:4.0

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