How to Identify New Features in Vista

Microsoft added a ton of features to make Vista a viable upgrade from older Windows operating systems. The features you get depend on the version you buy (Basic, Home Premium, Business or Ultimate) with most of the new features available in the Home Premium and Ultimate versions. This enabled Microsoft to gear its enhancements toward a specific type of user.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Vista Basic

1. Increase security with Windows Defender, which protects your computer from viruses, hijackers and other harmful files.
2. Activate and configure the new and improved Windows Firewall to protect your computer from harmful files and hackers.
3. Find what you need quickly using the new, easier to use, Instant Search.
4. Browse the Web using Internet Explorer 7, which offers increased security over earlier versions and is able to handle the constantly changing files structure of the Worldwide Web.
5. Stay connected wherever you are using the new Network and Sharing Center.

Vista Home Premium

6. Check out all the features of the new Aero Desktop, including the see-through menu bars, instant thumbnails of open programs and 3D Flip.
7. Use the Windows Mobility Center and Tablet PC Support options to take advantage of utilities developed specifically for notebook and tablet PCs, including the ability to maximize battery life, connect to networks and modify display and sound settings.
8. Share documents and collaborate with other users with Windows Meeting Space.
9. Utilize Windows SideShow to extend Vista to a second monitor or other devices.
10. Employ Windows Media Center to display photos and other multimedia files on your television or home entertainment center.
11. Schedule backups to run automatically.
12. Write to DVDs using the Windows DVD Maker.
13. Play Chess Titans,Mahjong Tiles or Inkball in addition to all of the games included with earlier versions of Windows.
14. Create high definition movies using the Hi-Def version of Windows Movie Maker.

Vista Business

15. Protect against hardware failure with Windows Complete PC Backup and Restore utilities.
16. Send and receive faxes or scan documents using the new Fax and Scan utility.
17. Take advantage of the Remote Desktop Connection to access applications and files you have on another PC.
18. Integrate all of the business-related features found in Home Premium and Ultimate.

Vista Ultimate

19. Access all of the features available in Basic, Home Premium and Business.
20. Protect your data with Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption.
21. Organize, share, fix and print your digital images with Windows Photo Gallery. This is also available in Home Premium.
22. Set up rules for children's computer use with Parental Controls, including time limits, access to the Web and games. This is also available in Home Premium.

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