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Title: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium - PC Review
Pros: Quick, easy to use, looks and works great
Cons: Too many confusing versions, graphics heavy
Verdict: It may not be cool to like Microsoft but this version of the new OS is simple stunning: easy to use, impressive and (so far) safe to use, which makes upgrading to it a far more enjoyable thought
Summary: Is it time to finally replace Windows XP?
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80/100 |
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Title: Windows Vista Home Basic
Pros: The cheapest version of Vista, Ideal for older PCs
Cons: Limited in terms of features, No Aero interface support, No Media Center interface
Verdict: If you want Vista, yet this is all you can run, you'd be better off putting the money towards a new PC
Summary: Windows Vista looks appealing, but are you going to feel happy about paying for it? We take a look at the Home Basic version which misses out the snazzy Aero interface
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60/100 |
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Title: Microsoft Windows XP SP2 Review - Security And Utilities Software
Pros: - New firewall, - Pop-up ad blocker for Internet Explorer, - New Security Center makes managing security apps easier
Cons: - Created conflicts with our notebook's wireless connection, - Some security enhancements won't work with current Intel hardware, - Firewall lacks important features, - Download too large for dial-up users and CDs will take weeks to arrive once they're av
Summary: We recommend installing Windows XP SP2 but only after Microsoft has had a few weeks to work out the kinks.
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Title: Windows Vista Business
Pros: Excellent networking features, Full image-based backup
Cons: No BitLocker encryption - only in Ultimate, No entertainment features or parental controls
Verdict: If you're going to use Vista in an office or even work from home, you'll need either this or Ultimate
Summary: Here we're looking at the Business version of Windows Vista, which has all the networking features plus full image-based backup but none of the entertainment features
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80/100 |
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Title: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium - PC Review
Pros: Quick, easy to use, looks and works great
Cons: Too many confusing versions, graphics heavy
Verdict: It may not be cool to like Microsoft but this version of the new OS is simple stunning: easy to use, impressive and (so far) safe to use, which makes upgrading to it a far more enjoyable thought
Summary: Is it time to finally replace Windows XP?
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80/100 |
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Title: Microsoft Vista Home Basic Review - Operating Systems Software
Pros: Does improve some features within Windows XP, Fewer system crashes than Windows XP, Offers better built-in support options
Cons: Does not put Search on the desktop (it's buried within applications, within the Start Menu), No Aero graphics system in Home Basic, No new software yet written exclusively for Windows Vista, Optimised only for the Microsoft Windows ecosystem (for example,
Verdict: Windows Vista Home Basic is essentially warmed-over Windows XP, Windows XP SP3. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough
Summary: If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, it is not worth rushing out to purchase Vista Home Basic. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use.
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70/100 |
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Title: Windows Vista Home Premium
Pros: All the entertainment features you'll need, Media Center included, At the right price point for Vista
Cons: Not for connecting to office networks at home, Missing the comprehensive feature set of Ultimate
Verdict: The right price for Vista, with the best of entertainment. Not for truly serious users though
Summary: Between the security improvements and the new interface Windows Vista looks appealing, but are you going to feel happy about paying for it? We take a look at the Home Premium edition, which is the best balance between cost and features
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80/100 |
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