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Boarding the Vista Train
Congratulations—you’ve decided to switch to Windows Vista, Microsoft’s newest version of Windows. Or maybe you haven’t quite decided yet. Either way, we’re here to help you through the next 30 days.
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Do Your Hardware Homework
The most important factor to consider before switching to Windows Vista is your hardware. Can your system handle this huge, new OS?
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Everyone Should Get Along
Most of the issues users have when upgrading to Windows Vista involve hardware or software incompatibilities. For example, your printer, CD drive or favorite game may not work properly. So, before you install Vista, make sure your devices will work with t
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Good to Know
What’s that? You don’t eat, sleep and breathe technology? Then chances are, you’re going to come across some terms you’re not familiar with during your switchover to Vista.
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Vista, What Vista?
Can’t decide which edition of Windows Vista to purchase? Before jumping into a decision, check out Microsoft’s side-by-side comparisons.
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U-A-What?
When you start using Vista, one of the first things you’ll notice—and the feature users complain about most—is the dialog box that keeps popping up to ask if you really want to do that, that is, install that new program or change that important sett
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Need Pep Talks?
Feeling a little overwhelmed by all the new ways of doing things in Vista? If you didn’t choose to switch—for example, the change was implemented at work—you may feel angry or frustrated about leaving Windows XP or another operating system behind.
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Back It Up
You’ve made it through an entire week of learning about Windows Vista. Do you feel like you know more about Vista than you’ll ever need to know? If and when you switch, you’ll be glad—it’s going to make things that much easier.
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Get Data There from Here
You may be wondering how you’re going to get everything from your old computer to the new one. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to make the transfer, so you can get back to business as usual.
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Aero's Dynamic Features
Without a doubt, one of the most widely touted features in Vista is Windows Aero. This entertaining collection of desktop "special effects" offers you smoother, faster access to whatever you're working on at the moment.
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