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Overview and FAQ |
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Windows Vista is a new operating system that offers users an easier, safer, more entertaining and more connected computing experience. Whether you use your PC for simple web browsing or you’re a business professional who works with large volumes of data, one thing’s for sure: Windows Vista is unlike any operating system you’ve ever used before!
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What is Windows Vista? |
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Windows Vista is the latest operating system from Microsoft®, released in January 2007. Available in Windows Vista Home Basic edition, Windows Vista Home Premium edition, Windows Vista Business edition, Windows Vista Ultimate edition and Windows Vista Enterprise edition, Vista provides improved security features along with dramatic new graphics and easy-to-use features.
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Which HP PCs come with Windows vista pre-installed |
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Most HP Pavilion PCs, HP Media Center PCs, Compaq Presario PCs and Compaq Tablet PCs available come with WindowsVista installed.
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What are the basic system requirements to run Windows Vista? |
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If you are purchasing a new HP or Compaq PC preloaded with Windows Vista, you already meet the minimum system requirements. If you are looking to upgrade your Windows Vista-capable HP PC, click on the Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor to see which edition of Windows Vista is right for you and if your PC is ready to run it.
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How is security improved with Windows Vista? |
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Windows Vista automates the processes that help maintain the health and security of your PC and keeps your PC running at its best with automatic performance self-tuning and diagnostics, and programs like Windows Defender and Windows Internet Explorer 7. Windows Defender technology helps minimize pop-ups and security threats posed by spyware and other invasive programs. Windows Internet Explorer 7 helps protect your computer against malware, fraudulent websites and online phishing scams. Plus, you can preserve critical system settings and files such as pictures, music and movies by scheduling automatic system and network backups.*
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What are the key advantages of the Windows Vista operating system? |
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- Find what you’re looking for easily and quickly with Instant Search.
- Customize your desktop with Windows Sidebar and mini-applications called gadgets for at-a-glance access to weather, news, calendar, and other useful tools.
- Parental Control features help you to manage and monitor your family’s PC use and make your computing experience a safe one.
- Take PC maintenance off your list as Windows Vista automatically performs self-tuning and self-healing tasks using built-in diagnostics and repair tools.
- Get your game on—an incredible gaming experience awaits casual players as well as hard-core enthusiasts. Easily install, find and start your games with the new Games Explorer.
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How does Windows Vista perform with HP’s PCs and other devices? |
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Working with Microsoft® on a continuous basis, HP designed PCs to get maximum performance from Windows Vista. That means a worry-free, dynamic experience every time you turn on your HP PC. Choose an HP desktop or HP notebook PC that’s right for you, and match it to the Windows Vista edition that best meets your needs.
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