INTERNET: Windows Vista
August 12, 2008 – 10:39 am
Windows Vista is the last production of Microsoft Windows produced for personal computers. Before it was released in the world, Windows Vista was used by manufacturers, customers, and system producers and then it was released for everyone. On 30 January, 2007, Windows Vista was introduced to world.
After Windows XP, Windows Vista received harsh criticism. This affected even the sales of it. However, people began to use it more and more. They became more familiar with it. Compared with Windows XP, Windows Vista did not meet the demands. The numbers show that. High percentage of people says that they are satisfied with XP, while only a small percentage of people say their satisfaction with Vista.
Features of Windows Vista
As it can be understood from the name “vista”, Windows Vista is rich with visual elements. The interface Windows Aero creates a transparent view. Aero takes its name from the light formed in atmosphere.
Backup and restore center is a special feature of Windows Vista. With this application you can store your data and restore if any situation occurs. If you have children and want to control their internet usage, you will enjoy parental controls. It allows you to control and limit the sites and programs. Is Windows Movie Maker not enough for you? Then there is Windows DVD Maker with developed features. If you are a game lover, then Vista is for you! Modified versions of Windows games are available. Instead of outlook mail, Windows Mail system is available with the package. Would you like to keep a copy of your files and folders? Windows Vista makes it for you without any extra effort. Shadow Copy feature is used for this purpose. These are only some of the special features of Windows Vista, you can find much more in it.
Windows Vista Editions
There are six editions of Windows Vista. All these editions are used for different purposes. Editions are Windows Vista Starter, Home Basic, Home Premium, Business, Ultimate and Enterprise.
Windows Vista Starter edition is ideal for beginner computer users. The price of it is moderate compared with other editions. It was not released in every country. The edition was added to some low priced computers in some countries.
Home Basic edition of Windows Vista can be defined as the “basic” edition. It is for users who do not look for very detailed things. This edition does not consist of multimedia and entertainment options.
Windows Home Premium can be compared with Windows XP Home. There is every feature of Home Basic edition. In addition to this, the edition covers some other features of Vista production.
Windows Vista does not only appeal to personal usage. For business, Windows Vista Business edition is available. The security and operation of this edition makes it suitable for business usage.
As editions are developed, they share the features of other editions more. The Ultimate edition is the combination of Home and Business version. Windows Vista Enterprise is the developed form of Business edition. It is available only for Microsoft License customers, not for retail.
For further info visit Microsoft Windows Vista information page.
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