how does Windows Vista compare to Windows Media Edition?

Question

performance, interface, special features, etc.

Answer 1

The answer to your question would depend on which version of Vista you are looking at (There are 6). They are:

Vista Starter -- Streamlined version meant for low-powered PCs in developing nations.

Vista Home Basic -- For those content to browse the web, use email, and create and edit basic documents from their PC. Includes destop search and security tools.

Vista Home Premium -- Includes everything in Basic but also includes the Aero graphical interface, Media Center functionality, and ability to connect to Xbox 360. The version most of us will own at home.

Vista Business -- The basic version for companies of all sizes with tools to help organizations manage their PCs.

Vista Enterprise -- Includes everything in the basic business version with improved encryption and BitLocker system to keep data from being read on a stolen computer.

Vista Ultimate -- All the features of Home and Business in one.

You can read more about at the below links.

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/getready/editions/default.mspx

http://blogs.pcworld.com/techlog/archives/001513.html

Answer 2

Vista Home Basic -- For those content to browse the web, use email, and create and edit basic documents from their PC. Includes destop search and security tools.

Answer 3

I actually downloaded it and installed it in my Dell precision 380.Vista,in my computer,didn't have add remove programs and the CD writer didn't work.It does have drive partition sizing and it looks great.I used the Vista Microsoft Beta feedback forms but Microsoft never replied.

Answer 4

I didn't try it but I have read about it.Desktop is almost like 3D,,Start button and icons are better,requirement is bigger...It's all cosmetics.