Pros of win11React

• More modern and feature-rich UI, replicating Windows 11 interface
• Actively maintained with frequent updates and improvements
• Larger community and contributor base

Cons of win11React

• Higher complexity and larger codebase
• Potentially slower performance due to more advanced features
• Steeper learning curve for contributors

Code Comparison

winXP:

const programs = {
  notepad: { title: 'Untitled - Notepad', component: Notepad },
  explorer: { title: 'My Computer', component: Explorer },
  // ...
};

win11React:

const apps = {
  store: {
    icon: 'store',
    name: 'Microsoft Store',
    type: 'app',
    action: 'MSSTORE',
  },
  terminal: {
    icon: 'terminal',
    name: 'Terminal',
    type: 'app',
    action: 'TERMINAL',
  },
  // ...
};

Both projects aim to recreate Windows experiences in the browser, with winXP focusing on the classic Windows XP interface and win11React replicating the modern Windows 11 UI. win11React offers a more comprehensive and up-to-date Windows experience, while winXP provides a nostalgic trip to the past with a simpler codebase. The code comparison shows how both projects define their applications, with win11React using a more detailed structure to accommodate its broader feature set.

Pros of windows95

• Offers a complete Windows 95 experience, including the boot sequence and system utilities
• Provides cross-platform compatibility (Windows, macOS, Linux)
• Includes networking capabilities and internet access

Cons of windows95

• Larger file size and resource requirements
• May have more complex setup and configuration process
• Limited customization options for the user interface

Code Comparison

winXP (React-based):

<TaskBar>
  <StartButton onClick={toggleStart} />
  <TaskList>{/* Task items */}</TaskList>
  <Clock />
</TaskBar>

windows95 (Electron-based):

const win95 = new BrowserWindow({
  width: 800,
  height: 600,
  webPreferences: {
    preload: path.join(__dirname, 'preload.js')
  }
})
win95.loadFile('index.html')

Summary

Both projects aim to recreate classic Windows experiences in the browser. winXP focuses on a more lightweight, customizable Windows XP interface using React, while windows95 provides a full Windows 95 emulation using Electron. The choice between them depends on the desired level of authenticity, resource requirements, and development preferences.

Pros of awesome-web-desktops

• Comprehensive collection of web-based desktop environments
• Regularly updated with new projects and contributions
• Serves as a valuable resource for developers and enthusiasts

Cons of awesome-web-desktops

• Not a functional desktop environment itself
• Lacks interactive features or demos
• Requires users to visit external links for each project

Code comparison

While a direct code comparison isn't relevant due to the nature of the repositories, here's a brief overview:

awesome-web-desktops:

## Web-based desktop environments
- [Windows 93](https://www.windows93.net/)
- [Windows 95](https://win95.ajf.me/)
- [WinXP](https://winxp.now.sh/)

winXP:

import React from 'react';
import Windows from './components/Windows';
import TaskBar from './components/TaskBar';

const WinXP = () => (
  <div className="win-xp">
    <Windows />
    <TaskBar />
  </div>
);

The awesome-web-desktops repository is a curated list of web-based desktop environments, including winXP. On the other hand, winXP is an actual implementation of a Windows XP-like interface using React. While awesome-web-desktops provides a comprehensive overview of various projects, winXP offers a functional, interactive experience mimicking the Windows XP operating system.

Pros of 98

• More comprehensive recreation of Windows 98, including multiple applications and system features
• Actively maintained with regular updates and bug fixes
• Supports more browsers and devices, including mobile

Cons of 98

• Larger codebase, potentially more complex to contribute to or modify
• May have slower initial load times due to more features and assets
• Less focused on a specific aesthetic or user experience

Code Comparison

98:

const { createElement, render } = require('react-dom');
const React = require('react');
const App = require('./components/App');

render(
  createElement(App),
  document.getElementById('app')
);

winXP:

import React from 'react';
import ReactDOM from 'react-dom';
import App from './App';

ReactDOM.render(<App />, document.getElementById('root'));

Both projects use React for rendering, but 98 uses CommonJS module syntax while winXP uses ES6 import statements. The 98 project also separates the createElement and render functions from React, potentially for optimization or customization purposes.