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Last OS Standing: Make the Most of Windows Vista
(How To) Now that Windows XP is no longer being sold by Microsoft, PC users will be stuck with Windows Vista. Here's a roundup of PC World's best tips for making Windows Vista easier to use.
(How To) Now that Windows XP is no longer being sold by Microsoft, PC users will be stuck with Windows Vista. Here's a roundup of PC World's best tips for making Windows Vista easier to use.
Microsoft TV: Too True to Be Funny!
(Reviews) Two incompetent window installers. Scads of irate customers. Thank heavens it's fiction!
(Reviews) Two incompetent window installers. Scads of irate customers. Thank heavens it's fiction!
Windows Vista SP1 Available Now--Do You Need It?
(News) The first service pack for Microsoft Windows Vista has finally gone public. Here's how to get it for your PC.
(News) The first service pack for Microsoft Windows Vista has finally gone public. Here's how to get it for your PC.
Microsoft Windows Vista: What PC Buyers Choose
(Reviews) PC buyers choose one version of Microsoft's Windows Vista operating system over all others.
(Reviews) PC buyers choose one version of Microsoft's Windows Vista operating system over all others.
Microsoft Accidentally Leaks SP1
(News) Some Windows Vista users began finding Service Pack 1 in Windows Update this week, even though it isn't promised until next month.
(News) Some Windows Vista users began finding Service Pack 1 in Windows Update this week, even though it isn't promised until next month.
Vista SP1 Prerequisites Rolled up in Patch Tuesday Update
(News) Microsoft today included a set of nonsecurity updates to prepare customers to install Windows Vista Service Pack 1 as part of its monthly "Patch Tuesday" security fixes.
(News) Microsoft today included a set of nonsecurity updates to prepare customers to install Windows Vista Service Pack 1 as part of its monthly "Patch Tuesday" security fixes.
Microsoft to End Digital Downloads for Vista Upgrades
(News) Microsoft revise a program that allows Windows Vista customers to upgrade from a basic version of its OS to one of the premium editions.
(News) Microsoft revise a program that allows Windows Vista customers to upgrade from a basic version of its OS to one of the premium editions.
Performance Results Mixed with Vista Service Pack 1
(News) Files copied faster in our initial tests, but other performance was slightly slower with the SP1 installed.
(News) Files copied faster in our initial tests, but other performance was slightly slower with the SP1 installed.
Microsoft Ships Second Refresh for Vista SP1
(News) Microsoft releases a refresh of its first service pack for Vista to beta testers, indicating the final release might be near.
(News) Microsoft releases a refresh of its first service pack for Vista to beta testers, indicating the final release might be near.
Vista's Growing Popularity Draws Hackers' Malice
(News) Decemberâs Patch Tuesday finds Vista in the bad guysâ sights. Plus: Get Office 2007 SP1, get your fix for Flash, and avoid an HP laptop disaster.
(News) Decemberâs Patch Tuesday finds Vista in the bad guysâ sights. Plus: Get Office 2007 SP1, get your fix for Flash, and avoid an HP laptop disaster.
A Closer Look: Beta Vista Service Pack 1
(News) The Microsoft operating system is improved by SP1, but Windows Vista still is missing some features we'd like to see.
(News) The Microsoft operating system is improved by SP1, but Windows Vista still is missing some features we'd like to see.
Sources: Vista SP1 Due Out in Next Few Weeks
(News) The wait is nearly over for the first service pack for Windows Vista, according to sources close to Microsoft.
(News) The wait is nearly over for the first service pack for Windows Vista, according to sources close to Microsoft.
Don't upgrade to Vista, UK gov't agency tells schools
(News) British schools should not upgrade to Microsoft's Vista operating system and Office 2007 productivity suite, the British Educational Communications and Technology Agency (BECTA) said in a report on the software. It also supported use of the international standard ODF (Open Document Format) for storing files.
(News) British schools should not upgrade to Microsoft's Vista operating system and Office 2007 productivity suite, the British Educational Communications and Technology Agency (BECTA) said in a report on the software. It also supported use of the international standard ODF (Open Document Format) for storing files.
Make Vista's User Account Control Work for You
(How To) Maintain your PC's protection without the incessant UAC interruptions.
(How To) Maintain your PC's protection without the incessant UAC interruptions.
Microsoft Releases New Windows Server, Vista SP1 Test Code
(News) Microsoft released new test versions of Windows Server 2008 and the Windows Vista Service Pack, two highly anticipated technologies.
(News) Microsoft released new test versions of Windows Server 2008 and the Windows Vista Service Pack, two highly anticipated technologies.
Fast Windows Fixes
(Reviews) From bullet-fast startups and shutdowns to automatic data protection, here are 31 tweaks to make Vista and XP smarter, more reliable, and more efficient.
(Reviews) From bullet-fast startups and shutdowns to automatic data protection, here are 31 tweaks to make Vista and XP smarter, more reliable, and more efficient.
More Than 60 New Features Requested for Next Windows
(News) A wish list for Windows 7, the code-name for the desktop operating system that will replace Windows Vista, has been leaked online.
(News) A wish list for Windows 7, the code-name for the desktop operating system that will replace Windows Vista, has been leaked online.
Vista in danger of being bypassed by businesses
(News) It will be one year that Windows Vista has been available to businesses on Nov. 30, yet many companies still are waiting until the release of Vista's first service pack to upgrade. But with Microsoft planning to release the next version of Windows, code-named Windows 7, in late 2009 or 2010, there remains a strong possibility that companies might skip over Vista altogether in favor of the next release of Windows.
(News) It will be one year that Windows Vista has been available to businesses on Nov. 30, yet many companies still are waiting until the release of Vista's first service pack to upgrade. But with Microsoft planning to release the next version of Windows, code-named Windows 7, in late 2009 or 2010, there remains a strong possibility that companies might skip over Vista altogether in favor of the next release of Windows.
61 new features requested for Windows 7
(News) A leaked wishlist for Windows 7, the code-name for the desktop operating system that will replace Windows Vista, has been published online by tech site Neowin.
(News) A leaked wishlist for Windows 7, the code-name for the desktop operating system that will replace Windows Vista, has been published online by tech site Neowin.
Updates Galore--Junk Mail, Wildfires, Windows Vista
(News) Steve brings you up-to-date on recent developments, plus a terrific card trick and instructions on how to hide a factory.
(News) Steve brings you up-to-date on recent developments, plus a terrific card trick and instructions on how to hide a factory.
Vista Still Plagued by Incompatibilities
(News) Nine months since its release, lots of hardware and software products still don't work with Microsoft's operating system, including some that are certified as Vista compatible.
(News) Nine months since its release, lots of hardware and software products still don't work with Microsoft's operating system, including some that are certified as Vista compatible.
Vista Resistance: Why XP Is Still So Strong
(News) If you still don't see a need to upgrade, you're not alone--many people are opting for XP even on new PCs. We'll show you how the Vista transition will become smoother.
(News) If you still don't see a need to upgrade, you're not alone--many people are opting for XP even on new PCs. We'll show you how the Vista transition will become smoother.
Microsoft releases SP1 beta to limited group
(News) Microsoft Corp. released the beta of Windows Vista Service Pack 1 to a private group of testers, taking one step closer to the anticipated official launch in the first quarter of next year.
(News) Microsoft Corp. released the beta of Windows Vista Service Pack 1 to a private group of testers, taking one step closer to the anticipated official launch in the first quarter of next year.
Microsoft details Vista SP1 search changes
(News) Microsoft Corp. on Wednesday released documents that detail changes it will make to its desktop search and indexing feature in Windows Vista that will be included as part of the Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) update.
(News) Microsoft Corp. on Wednesday released documents that detail changes it will make to its desktop search and indexing feature in Windows Vista that will be included as part of the Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) update.
Microsoft releases more Windows Media Extenders
(News) Microsoft Corp. is increasing the range of video formats that PCs running its Windows software can pipe to televisions around the home, with support for a new range of Extenders for Windows Media Center devices from hardware manufacturers.
(News) Microsoft Corp. is increasing the range of video formats that PCs running its Windows software can pipe to televisions around the home, with support for a new range of Extenders for Windows Media Center devices from hardware manufacturers.
Microsoft Details Plans for Vista SP1--Beta Arrives 'In a Few Weeks'
(News) The first Vista service pack will address performance and reliability while adding support for new types of hardware and some emerging standards. Also on tap: a beta of the third and final service pack for Windows XP.
(News) The first Vista service pack will address performance and reliability while adding support for new types of hardware and some emerging standards. Also on tap: a beta of the third and final service pack for Windows XP.
'Vista Capable' suit against Microsoft allowed to proceed
(News) A judge in Washington state has denied Microsoft Corp.'s request to dismiss all claims in a suit alleging that "Windows Vista Capable" stickers the company put on PCs violated consumer protection laws and were an example of deceptive business practices, allowing the case to move ahead toward a jury trial.
(News) A judge in Washington state has denied Microsoft Corp.'s request to dismiss all claims in a suit alleging that "Windows Vista Capable" stickers the company put on PCs violated consumer protection laws and were an example of deceptive business practices, allowing the case to move ahead toward a jury trial.
Microsoft releases service-pack previews for Vista, XP
(News) Microsoft Corp. has quietly released pre-beta code to two forthcoming Windows service packs to testers in the past week, but the company continues to remain vague about when the final code for Windows XP Service Pack 3 and Windows Vista SP1 will make it to end users.
(News) Microsoft Corp. has quietly released pre-beta code to two forthcoming Windows service packs to testers in the past week, but the company continues to remain vague about when the final code for Windows XP Service Pack 3 and Windows Vista SP1 will make it to end users.
Microsoft cuts Windows Vista price to $66 in China
(News) Microsoft Corp. has dramatically cut the price of Windows Vista in China in a bid to boost sales of its new operating system.
(News) Microsoft Corp. has dramatically cut the price of Windows Vista in China in a bid to boost sales of its new operating system.
Acer: PC industry 'disappointed' with Vista
(News) Acer president Gianfranco Lanci became the first major PC manufacturer to openly attack Microsoft over the Windows Vista operating system in the Financial Times Deutschland on Monday.
(News) Acer president Gianfranco Lanci became the first major PC manufacturer to openly attack Microsoft over the Windows Vista operating system in the Financial Times Deutschland on Monday.
Vista SP1 muddle blamed on Microsoft typo
(News) Rumors of an imminent Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) roll out have been blamed on a typo in an official Microsoft e-mail.
(News) Rumors of an imminent Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) roll out have been blamed on a typo in an official Microsoft e-mail.
Sources: Windows Vista SP1 beta due this week
(News) Microsoft Corp. could pull the trigger on putting out a beta of the first service pack for Windows Vista any day, with a final release by November, sources close to the company said.
(News) Microsoft Corp. could pull the trigger on putting out a beta of the first service pack for Windows Vista any day, with a final release by November, sources close to the company said.
Analysts: Vista SP1 delay won't hurt enterprises
(News) Although Microsoft Corp. may not have the first service pack for Windows Vista ready at the end of this year as some expected, financial analysts say that a delay should not have a negative effect on enterprise adoption of the OS.
(News) Although Microsoft Corp. may not have the first service pack for Windows Vista ready at the end of this year as some expected, financial analysts say that a delay should not have a negative effect on enterprise adoption of the OS.
Microsoft kills continuation of Longhorn client project
(News) Microsoft Corp. has forced developers to close down a project aimed at reviving the original Windows client code-named "Longhorn."
(News) Microsoft Corp. has forced developers to close down a project aimed at reviving the original Windows client code-named "Longhorn."
Microsoft to change Vista desktop search by year end
(News) Microsoft Corp. will change how desktop search works in its Vista operating system by the end of the year, in response to an antitrust complaint by rival Google Inc., the company said in court documents released late Tuesday.
(News) Microsoft Corp. will change how desktop search works in its Vista operating system by the end of the year, in response to an antitrust complaint by rival Google Inc., the company said in court documents released late Tuesday.
Microsoft claims mystery trio thwarts disk pirates
(News) Microsoft Corp. has clarified the identity of the mysterious trio on the installation disks for the business version of Windows Vista.
(News) Microsoft Corp. has clarified the identity of the mysterious trio on the installation disks for the business version of Windows Vista.
Microsoft sued by French TV company over Vista name
(News) French television presenter Philippe Gildas has sued Microsoft Corp. for "violation of intellectual property," accusing the software publisher of illegally using the trademark "Vista."
(News) French television presenter Philippe Gildas has sued Microsoft Corp. for "violation of intellectual property," accusing the software publisher of illegally using the trademark "Vista."
Tools aim to ease Vista deployment pains
(News) Microsoft Corp. released tools to help companies deploy Windows Vista, acknowledging that there are deployment and application-compatibility pains enterprise IT managers face when updating business desktops to the new OS.
(News) Microsoft Corp. released tools to help companies deploy Windows Vista, acknowledging that there are deployment and application-compatibility pains enterprise IT managers face when updating business desktops to the new OS.
First Look at Windows Live Mail--Replaces Outlook Express
(News) Microsoft has released a beta of the new free e-mail program, along with new Messenger and Writer betas.
(News) Microsoft has released a beta of the new free e-mail program, along with new Messenger and Writer betas.
Two-step Windows Vista UAC hack published
(News) Another security researcher has found a way through Windows Vista's heavily hyped User Account Control (UAC) feature.
(News) Another security researcher has found a way through Windows Vista's heavily hyped User Account Control (UAC) feature.
Work Smarter With Vista's New Productivity Tools
(How To) Work Smarter With Vista's New Productivity Tools
(How To) Work Smarter With Vista's New Productivity Tools
Microsoft to add better device support in Vista
(News) Responding to low-level but persistent grumbling from users about peripheral devices that won't work with Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp. claimed Wednesday that its new operating system now supports 1.9 million devices -- up from 1.6 million at Vista's launch in January.
(News) Responding to low-level but persistent grumbling from users about peripheral devices that won't work with Windows Vista, Microsoft Corp. claimed Wednesday that its new operating system now supports 1.9 million devices -- up from 1.6 million at Vista's launch in January.
Outrage Continues Over Vista Upgrade Program
(News) Some PC buyers have waited eight months for promised Vista upgrade discs.
(News) Some PC buyers have waited eight months for promised Vista upgrade discs.
Researcher to demonstrate Vista attacks
(News) Joanna Rutkowska, a security researcher known for picking apart the security mechanisms built into Windows, is to demonstrate new ways for hackers to invade Windows Vista, including rootkit techniques and ways to defeat BitLocker drive encryption.
(News) Joanna Rutkowska, a security researcher known for picking apart the security mechanisms built into Windows, is to demonstrate new ways for hackers to invade Windows Vista, including rootkit techniques and ways to defeat BitLocker drive encryption.
Vista Security
(News) Though Windows Vista may be safer than XP, Microsoft's far-from-impregnable new operating system is already proving to be vulnerable.
(News) Though Windows Vista may be safer than XP, Microsoft's far-from-impregnable new operating system is already proving to be vulnerable.
.ANI attacks took swipes at Vista's security
(News) Microsoft Corp.'s Vista operating system took some of its first punches when a dangerous vulnerability was disclosed earlier this month, but the OS held strong, a security analyst said Tuesday.
(News) Microsoft Corp.'s Vista operating system took some of its first punches when a dangerous vulnerability was disclosed earlier this month, but the OS held strong, a security analyst said Tuesday.
More Annoying Vista Upgrade Hassles
(News) Vista-compatible firewall keep us waiting, plus a free virtual PC tool from Microsoft and funny videos.
(News) Vista-compatible firewall keep us waiting, plus a free virtual PC tool from Microsoft and funny videos.
Microsoft's top lawyer happy with Vista Ready info
(News) Microsoft Corp.'s top lawyer said Thursday that he is happy with the information the company provided about its Vista operating system, and its compatibility with existing PCs, ahead of the software's launch in January this year.
(News) Microsoft Corp.'s top lawyer said Thursday that he is happy with the information the company provided about its Vista operating system, and its compatibility with existing PCs, ahead of the software's launch in January this year.
Switching to Vista, Part 2
(How To) Expert advice, including clean vs. in-place install, battery power facts, and more.
(How To) Expert advice, including clean vs. in-place install, battery power facts, and more.
Microsoft: Vista Capable site description unchanged
(News) Despite reports to the contrary, Microsoft Corp. said Tuesday it has not changed wording at its Web site to explain more clearly how hardware with a "Windows Vista Capable" label will perform when running the OS, in light of a class-action lawsuit filed against the vendor last week.
(News) Despite reports to the contrary, Microsoft Corp. said Tuesday it has not changed wording at its Web site to explain more clearly how hardware with a "Windows Vista Capable" label will perform when running the OS, in light of a class-action lawsuit filed against the vendor last week.
Downloads for Getting the Most out of Vista
(Reviews) The first downloads for Windows Vista have arrived. Here are the best of the bunch.
(Reviews) The first downloads for Windows Vista have arrived. Here are the best of the bunch.
Retail stores report strong demand for Vista
(News) Best Buy Co. Inc. and Circuit City Stores Inc. Wednesday both reported high demand for Windows Vista in their retail stores, though this demand had a different effect on each company's business.
(News) Best Buy Co. Inc. and Circuit City Stores Inc. Wednesday both reported high demand for Windows Vista in their retail stores, though this demand had a different effect on each company's business.
Vista Tweaks and Fixes
(How To) Workarounds for what ails Microsoft's new OS, plus two videos that will make you LOL.
(How To) Workarounds for what ails Microsoft's new OS, plus two videos that will make you LOL.
Blogger posts Windows Vista SP1 fixes on Web site
(News) The owner of a blog dedicated to software patches has posted online more than 100 fixes he said are expected to be included in Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1), Microsoft Corp.'s first major update to its latest Windows client OS.
(News) The owner of a blog dedicated to software patches has posted online more than 100 fixes he said are expected to be included in Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1), Microsoft Corp.'s first major update to its latest Windows client OS.
Microsoft offers new Vista enterprise licenses
(News) Microsoft Corp. is offering two new licensing options for Windows Vista enterprise customers that want to take advantage of emerging scenarios for large data centers.
(News) Microsoft Corp. is offering two new licensing options for Windows Vista enterprise customers that want to take advantage of emerging scenarios for large data centers.
Is Vista Right for You?
(How To) Bass's take on Vista, help deciding about the Vista upgrade, and three diabolical games.
(How To) Bass's take on Vista, help deciding about the Vista upgrade, and three diabolical games.
Microsoft: Vista intro outsold XP
(News) Sales of Vista during the first month that the newest Windows operating system was available to consumers were more than double the sales that Windows XP racked up in twice the time, Microsoft Corp. said.
(News) Sales of Vista during the first month that the newest Windows operating system was available to consumers were more than double the sales that Windows XP racked up in twice the time, Microsoft Corp. said.
Microsoft gives Vista security an A-plus
(News) A Microsoft Corp. executive Wednesday said Windows Vista's first 90 days was a huge security success when compared to the opening three months of Windows XP, the current Apple Inc. Mac OS X, and three flavors of Linux.
(News) A Microsoft Corp. executive Wednesday said Windows Vista's first 90 days was a huge security success when compared to the opening three months of Windows XP, the current Apple Inc. Mac OS X, and three flavors of Linux.
Living With Vista: First 30 Days
(Reviews) With the new version of Windows finally out, early users say they're bedeviled by hardware and software problems--but some love the OS anyway.
(Reviews) With the new version of Windows finally out, early users say they're bedeviled by hardware and software problems--but some love the OS anyway.
DOT gov't department bans Microsoft upgrades for now
(News) The U.S. Department of Transportation has quietly put the kibosh on Windows Vista, Office 2007 and Internet Explorer 7 (IE7), banning upgrades to those Microsoft Corp. products -- at least for now.
(News) The U.S. Department of Transportation has quietly put the kibosh on Windows Vista, Office 2007 and Internet Explorer 7 (IE7), banning upgrades to those Microsoft Corp. products -- at least for now.
Vista PCs get cool response in Japan
(News) PCs running Microsoft Corp.'s new Windows Vista operating system got a cool response from consumers in Japan during their first month on sale, according to data published Tuesday.
(News) PCs running Microsoft Corp.'s new Windows Vista operating system got a cool response from consumers in Japan during their first month on sale, according to data published Tuesday.
User-privilege flaw hits Vista
(News) A security firm has discovered one of the first security flaws to directly affect Windows Vista, a bug that it claims allows local users to escalate their privileges.
(News) A security firm has discovered one of the first security flaws to directly affect Windows Vista, a bug that it claims allows local users to escalate their privileges.
Apps not 'certified' for Vista may still work on the OS
(News) Although some widely used applications from top software vendors haven't been certified for use with Windows Vista, they may nonetheless work with the Microsoft Corp. OS.
(News) Although some widely used applications from top software vendors haven't been certified for use with Windows Vista, they may nonetheless work with the Microsoft Corp. OS.
Symantec: Vista fairly secure but still full of holes
(News) Windows Vista delivers on some of the security improvements Microsoft Corp. promised for it, but there are still a host of ways attackers can exploit the OS and leave users open to threats, according to findings by Symantec Corp.
(News) Windows Vista delivers on some of the security improvements Microsoft Corp. promised for it, but there are still a host of ways attackers can exploit the OS and leave users open to threats, according to findings by Symantec Corp.
Vista's UI is a 'step back,' analyst says
(News) Vista's user interface suffers from more "friction" than its predecessor XP, a French analyst said Monday, and is actually a step back for Microsoft Corp. in its pursuit of Apple Inc.'s Mac OS X.
(News) Vista's user interface suffers from more "friction" than its predecessor XP, a French analyst said Monday, and is actually a step back for Microsoft Corp. in its pursuit of Apple Inc.'s Mac OS X.
The Right Operating System for You
(Reviews) Vista or XP? Windows, Mac, or Linux? How about all of the above? With improved virtualization technology, you might not have to settle for just one OS.
(Reviews) Vista or XP? Windows, Mac, or Linux? How about all of the above? With improved virtualization technology, you might not have to settle for just one OS.
Windows Tips for Everyone
(How To) Whether you've jumped to Vista or are sticking with XP, our tips will make your computing faster and safer--and even a little more stylish.
(How To) Whether you've jumped to Vista or are sticking with XP, our tips will make your computing faster and safer--and even a little more stylish.
The Most Annoying Things About Windows Vista
(News) From screens that mysteriously black out to search that's limited by default, here are the things that really bug us about Microsoft's new operating system.
(News) From screens that mysteriously black out to search that's limited by default, here are the things that really bug us about Microsoft's new operating system.
Microsoft CEO dampens Vista sales forecast
(News) Microsoft Corp. chief executive officer Steve Ballmer believes that sales forecasts for its new Vista operating system may be "overly aggressive."
(News) Microsoft Corp. chief executive officer Steve Ballmer believes that sales forecasts for its new Vista operating system may be "overly aggressive."
Microsoft: Don't ask about next OS, we don't tell
(News) Microsoft wants everyone to focus on Vista and forget about whatever may come down the operating system pike.
(News) Microsoft wants everyone to focus on Vista and forget about whatever may come down the operating system pike.
Microsoft Tailors Vista to Meet EU Requirements
(News) Company says new OS was changed after discussion with the European Commission; more revisions to be released in the first service pack.
(News) Company says new OS was changed after discussion with the European Commission; more revisions to be released in the first service pack.
Gates Brings Vista, Office 2007 to Europe
(News) Launch event at the British Library features rare da Vinci notebook instead of rock band.
(News) Launch event at the British Library features rare da Vinci notebook instead of rock band.
Gates: Vista Key to New Era of Multimedia Computing
(News) Microsoft execs take the stage in glitzy New York launch, say Vista ushers in the next generation of technology.
(News) Microsoft execs take the stage in glitzy New York launch, say Vista ushers in the next generation of technology.
Hardware Vendors Launch Powerful Vista PCs
(News) Dell, HP, and others launch souped-up PCs to support Windows Vista.
(News) Dell, HP, and others launch souped-up PCs to support Windows Vista.
Ballmer Dispels Notion of Vista as Last Client OS
(News) CEO accentuates the positives about new Microsoft operating system at today's launch event.
(News) CEO accentuates the positives about new Microsoft operating system at today's launch event.
Hundreds Turn Out to Welcome Windows Vista in Tokyo
(News) Geeks flock to the famous electronics district to get the jump on Microsoft's new operating system.
(News) Geeks flock to the famous electronics district to get the jump on Microsoft's new operating system.
Does Vista Violate Antitrust?
(News) European tech group complains new OS breaks the deal, ignores standards.
(News) European tech group complains new OS breaks the deal, ignores standards.
What Windows Vista OS Means for Microsoft
(News) New operating system holds clues to the future of Windows.
(News) New operating system holds clues to the future of Windows.
Vista's Promising Video Upgrades
(News) DirectX 10 and other enhancements should seriously boost Vista graphics.
(News) DirectX 10 and other enhancements should seriously boost Vista graphics.
Windows Vista: 15 Reasons to Switch
(News) The new Windows operating system is worth the upgrade. Here's why.
(News) The new Windows operating system is worth the upgrade. Here's why.
Exclusive: First Vista PC Tests
(Reviews) In our tests, the first desktops loaded with the new operating system prove to be solid performers, but some rough edges remain.
(Reviews) In our tests, the first desktops loaded with the new operating system prove to be solid performers, but some rough edges remain.
Vista Update Already Set
(News) Even before launch, Microsoft is compiling items for the first service pack.
(News) Even before launch, Microsoft is compiling items for the first service pack.
Microsoft Offers Vista Preview to Fight Piracy
(News) Try-before-you-buy Vista now available from Microsoft.
(News) Try-before-you-buy Vista now available from Microsoft.
Microsoft Updates Vista in Latest Piracy Crackdown
(News) Software giant battles activation of unauthorized copies of the Vista OS.
(News) Software giant battles activation of unauthorized copies of the Vista OS.
Hewlett-Packard Offers Some Free Upgrades to Windows Vista
(News) Operating system upgrades will be available on select HP systems.
(News) Operating system upgrades will be available on select HP systems.
Vista Boosts Tech Industry
(News) Partners will actually make more from next Windows than Microsoft in 2007, study says.
(News) Partners will actually make more from next Windows than Microsoft in 2007, study says.
Everything You Need to Know About Windows Vista
(Reviews) It's big, it's ambitious, and it's (finally) here. We give you the bottom line on what Vista does better than XP, where it needs improvement--and how to perform the upgrade, step-by-step.
(Reviews) It's big, it's ambitious, and it's (finally) here. We give you the bottom line on what Vista does better than XP, where it needs improvement--and how to perform the upgrade, step-by-step.
NSA Helped Microsoft Make Vista Secure
(News) The National Security Agency worked with Microsoft so that the OS could meet Department of Defense requirements.
(News) The National Security Agency worked with Microsoft so that the OS could meet Department of Defense requirements.
Vista Upgrade: The Not-So-Rosy Picture
(News) Reports on Microsoft's new OS, free notebooks for bloggers, and a killer of a movie trivia game.
(News) Reports on Microsoft's new OS, free notebooks for bloggers, and a killer of a movie trivia game.
No Rush to Adopt Vista
(News) Software compatibility issues, bug worries keep businesses from moving to Microsoft's new OS.
(News) Software compatibility issues, bug worries keep businesses from moving to Microsoft's new OS.
Lab Tests: Vista's Fast If You Have the Hardware
(News) You need at least 1GB of RAM, and you'll go even faster with a dual-core processor, PC World's lab testing shows.
(News) You need at least 1GB of RAM, and you'll go even faster with a dual-core processor, PC World's lab testing shows.
Vista Could Sap Notebook PC Battery Life
(News) Flashy new OS features could drain laptop batteries faster than XP, hardware vendors and analysts say.
(News) Flashy new OS features could drain laptop batteries faster than XP, hardware vendors and analysts say.
Are You Sure About Upgrading to Vista?
(How To) Advice for those who are determined to make the upgrade, cautionary tales for folks who are still on the fence, and some tips on playing Scrabble.
(How To) Advice for those who are determined to make the upgrade, cautionary tales for folks who are still on the fence, and some tips on playing Scrabble.
Testers: Vista RC1 Appears Stable
Testers: Vista RC1 Appears Stable
Testers: Vista RC1 Appears Stable
Microsoft Sets Vista Pricing, Expands Tester Base
Microsoft Sets Vista Pricing, Expands Tester Base
Microsoft Sets Vista Pricing, Expands Tester Base
First Windows Vista Release Candidate Available
First Windows Vista Release Candidate Available
First Windows Vista Release Candidate Available
Amazon.com Lists Vista Prices, Ship Date
Amazon.com Lists Vista Prices, Ship Date
Amazon.com Lists Vista Prices, Ship Date
Windows Vista RC1 Coming Soon
Windows Vista RC1 Coming Soon
Windows Vista RC1 Coming Soon
Microsoft Leaks Vista Pricing Online
Microsoft Leaks Vista Pricing Online
Microsoft Leaks Vista Pricing Online
Gotcha: Future PC Vista Ready?
(reviews) New computers must meet certain requirements to earn one of two official Microsoft logos.
(reviews) New computers must meet certain requirements to earn one of two official Microsoft logos.
WinHEC: Microsoft Offerings Prepare Partners for Vista
(news) WinHEC: Microsoft Offerings Prepare Partners for Vista
(news) WinHEC: Microsoft Offerings Prepare Partners for Vista
Vista Problems Might be Larger Than Microsoft Admits
(news) Vista Problems Might be Larger Than Microsoft Admits
(news) Vista Problems Might be Larger Than Microsoft Admits
Windows Vista Release Pushed Back to January 2007
(news) Windows Vista Release Pushed Back to January 2007
(news) Windows Vista Release Pushed Back to January 2007
Analysis: Windows Media Center to Go Mainstream in Vista
(news) Analysis: Windows Media Center to Go Mainstream in Vista
(news) Analysis: Windows Media Center to Go Mainstream in Vista
Microsoft Under Pressure for Timely Vista Release
(news) Microsoft Under Pressure for Timely Vista Release
(news) Microsoft Under Pressure for Timely Vista Release
Want the Enterprise Version of Microsoft Windows Vista?
(news) Want the Enterprise Version of Microsoft Windows Vista?
(news) Want the Enterprise Version of Microsoft Windows Vista?
Microsoft Set to Debut New Vista OS Features, Graphics Software
(news) Microsoft Set to Debut New Vista OS Features, Graphics Software
(news) Microsoft Set to Debut New Vista OS Features, Graphics Software
Microsoft Bolsters Video Content Security in Vista
(news) Microsoft Bolsters Video Content Security in Vista
(news) Microsoft Bolsters Video Content Security in Vista
Microsoft Could Face Trademark Challenge Over 'Vista' Name
(news) Microsoft Could Face Trademark Challenge Over 'Vista' Name
(news) Microsoft Could Face Trademark Challenge Over 'Vista' Name
Microsoft Recruits Bloggers to Preview Longhorn
(news) Microsoft Recruits Bloggers to Preview Longhorn
(news) Microsoft Recruits Bloggers to Preview Longhorn
WinHEC: Microsoft Slams Own Windows XP in Call for Longhorn Support
(news) WinHEC: Microsoft Slams Own Windows XP in Call for Longhorn Support
(news) WinHEC: Microsoft Slams Own Windows XP in Call for Longhorn Support
WinHEC: Microsoft Delays Palladium Security Plan
(news) WinHEC: Microsoft Delays Palladium Security Plan
(news) WinHEC: Microsoft Delays Palladium Security Plan
Court Bars Microsoft From Shipping Networking Feature
(news) Court Bars Microsoft From Shipping Networking Feature
(news) Court Bars Microsoft From Shipping Networking Feature
Longhorn Component to Spur Old-School Viruses?
(news) Microsoft says the scripting platform, called Shell, is not final.
(news) Microsoft says the scripting platform, called Shell, is not final.
Microsoft Eyes Lighter Versions of Longhorn
(news) Operating systems would be designed for specific server tasks, company says.
(news) Operating systems would be designed for specific server tasks, company says.
Will Longhorn's Loss Be Your Gain?
(news) Microsoft's decision to pare back features of the upcoming OS is not bad news, some say.
(news) Microsoft's decision to pare back features of the upcoming OS is not bad news, some say.
Microsoft Scales Back Longhorn Plans
(news) Update: Key feature of the upcoming OS will be cut so it will ship in 2006.
(news) Update: Key feature of the upcoming OS will be cut so it will ship in 2006.
Latest Preview of Next Windows
(news) Searching improves, but disabled features hint at big plumbing changes.
(news) Searching improves, but disabled features hint at big plumbing changes.
Full Disclosure: Help Fix Microsoft's Next Windows!
(howto) Chime in now, or Longhorn may inherit XP's annoyances.
(howto) Chime in now, or Longhorn may inherit XP's annoyances.
The Future of Windows
(news) If Microsoft is to be believed, its next operating system will be revolutionary. How long will you wait for Longhorn? And will you want it?
(news) If Microsoft is to be believed, its next operating system will be revolutionary. How long will you wait for Longhorn? And will you want it?
Microsoft Shows New Features of Windows Longhorn
(news) Future OS will track all your contacts regardless of the type of communication.
(news) Future OS will track all your contacts regardless of the type of communication.
Your Next OS: Windows 2006?
(news) Preview sports new file system, gee-whiz graphics, and some security fixes.
(news) Preview sports new file system, gee-whiz graphics, and some security fixes.
Full Disclosure: Will Windows Longhorn Be Prime Grade or Bull?
(howto) How to make the next Windows upgrade a really big deal.
(howto) How to make the next Windows upgrade a really big deal.