2007-01-31 07:41:46 · 5 answers · asked by creata 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
Windows Vista Footnotes
A. Windows Aero, Windows Flip 3D navigation, Scheduled and Network Backup, Windows Meeting Space, and Tablet Technology are available in Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Business, and Windows Vista Ultimate.
B. Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption and Complete PC Backup and Restore are available in Windows Vista Business and Windows Vista Ultimate.
C. Not all Windows Vista features will be available for use on all Windows Vista Capable PCs. All Windows Vista Capable PCs upgraded to Windows Vista will be able to run the core experiences of Windows Vista, such as innovations in organizing and finding information, security, and reliability. Some features—such as the new Windows Aero user interface—available in certain editions of Windows Vista require advanced or additional hardware.
D. Domain Join, Group Policy support, Windows Fax and Scan, Encrypting File System (EFS), Shadow Copy, Corporate Roaming, Offline Files and Folders, and Remote Desktop are available in Windows Vista Business and Windows Vista Ultimate.
G. Premium Windows Vista games, such as Chess Titans, Mahjong Titans, Purble Place, and Inkball, are available in Windows Vista Home Premium and Windows Vista Ultimate.
I. Internet service provider subscription or other service fees may apply.
M. Windows Media Center is available in Windows Vista Home Premium and Windows Vista Ultimate. TV playback and recording features require an integrated or external USB TV tuner. Supports up to two TV tuners in all supported regions subject to Windows Vista compatibility with local TV standards; additional DTV/HDTV tuner support is available in the U.S. and South Korea with compatible hardware. To enjoy all the benefits of Windows Media Center, Internet access is recommended; for some features, such as the Microsoft Electronic Programming Guide, it is required. Internet service provider subscription or other service fees may apply. Microsoft Electronic Programming Guide is not available in all regions or countries. DVD burning, TV features, and remote control support may vary by manufacturer and/or require additional purchases. Support for the Media Center Extender or Xbox 360 will require a wired or wireless home network and additional compatible networking equipment.
N. Additional compatible networking equipment may be required to set up or access a wired or wireless home network.
O. Some Windows Live OneCare services are not available in all markets. See the Windows Live OneCare website for complete details and offer availability.
P. PC-to-phone calling is a pay service provided by third-party web calling provider, where available.
S. Scheduled and Network Backup is available in Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Business, and Windows Vista Ultimate.
U. Windows DVD Maker, HD support for Windows Movie Maker, Chess Titans, and Mahjong Titans are available in Windows Vista Home Premium and Windows Vista Ultimate.
V. Requires a microphone and speakers or headset (webcam and broadband connection for video).
Check with Microsoft for Minimum Requirements......
2007-01-31 07:46:34 · answer #1 · answered by Devil Dog 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd wait till the 1st or 2nd service pack comes out. It's got more graphics on it and is a 64 bit system but there isnt anything out there that requires it yet. I'm morre conserned about security and I'm sure there are a ton of holes to be exploited in it...
2007-01-31 07:46:55 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try using Windows Vista Home Premium, it has some additional features that Windows Vista Home Basic do not have - of course "use default settings", you may however disable if you wish to, some of its features such as the "welcome screen", the User Account Protection" and etc....
2007-01-31 07:46:48 · answer #3 · answered by My Free S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before you buy VISTA read the articles at:
http://www.thestar.com/Business/article/175801
http://www.boingboing.net/2007/01/13/vista_suicide_note_r.html
Linux operating systems are excellent. Try out one of the free distributions. My favorite is UBUNTU. You can download it, or order a CD, at
http://www.ubuntu.com .
You will also get all the software, that you will ever need, FREE - See
http://wiki.linuxquestions.org/wiki/Linux_software_equivalent_to_Windows_software
2007-01-31 09:11:02 · answer #4 · answered by hitechsleuth 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Intel core 2 extreme quad-core qx6700, with 4 2 gig pc2 5400 memory cards, ati radeon x1950 uber, and two seagate 750 gig sata harddrives. Well, you asked.
2007-01-31 07:53:42 · answer #5 · answered by yeraluzer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋