microsoft windows vista ultimate upgrade [ dvd ]
the most comprehensive edition of windows vista vista ultimate upgrade ( dvd-rom ) is the first operating system that combines all of the advanced infrastructure features of a business-focused operating system all of the management and efficiency features of a mobility-focused operating system and all of the digital entertainment features of a consumer-focused operating system . for the person who wants one operating system that is great for working from home working on the road and for entertainment windows vista ultimate is a no-compromise operating system that lets you have it all . windows sidebar gives you quick access to gadgets like picture slide shows windows media player controls or news headlines . you pick the gadgets you want to see in windows sidebar . view larger . use flip 3d to navigate through open windows using the scroll wheel on your mouse . view larger . compare windows vista editions . use instant search to quickly find the information you need . view larger . windows vista aero provides spectacular visual effects such as glass-like interface elements that you can see through . the redesigned windows media center in windows vista lets you enjoy your media throughout your home even on your xbox 360 . view larger . update eligibility you can upgrade from your current edition of microsoft windows xp or windows 2000 ( including windows xp professional windows xp home windows xp media center windows xp tablet pc windows xp professional x64 windows 2000 ) to a corresponding or better edition of windows vista by purchasing and installing this upgrade copy of windows vista . depending on which edition of windows you are running and the edition of windows vista you would like to install you have two options for the installation process : you can upgrade in-place which means you can install windows vista and retain your applications files and settings as they were in your previous edition of windows or you can do a clean install . if you are currently using windows 2000 professional or windows xp professional x64 you are eligible for an upgrade copy to a corresponding or better edition of windows vista but a clean install is required . for versions of windows earlier than windows 2000 upgrade copies are not available . these earlier versions of windows require you to install a full copy of windows vista . easier faster access to information windows vista ultimate features windows aero a new interface that delivers higher levels of efficiency for any business user . this easy-to-use interface makes it a snap to navigate through the operating system and from application to application . most importantly windows aero helps you juggle multiple tasks at once by providing a three-dimensional real-time animated view of all your open applications and documents . and for those businesses that do work in other countries windows vista ultimate supports all worldwide interface languages . breakthrough windows vista experience designed to help you feel confident in your ability to view find and organize information and to control your computing experience all editions of windows vista introduce a breakthrough user experience . the visual sophistication of windows vista helps streamline your computing experience by refining common window elements so you can better focus on the content on the screen rather than on how to access it . the desktop experience is more informative intuitive and helpful . and new tools bring better clarity to the information on your computer so you can see what your files contain without opening them find applications and files instantly navigate efficiently among open windows and use wizards and dialog boxes more confidently . work from home windows vista ultimate includes all of the features that make it easy to remotely connect to business networks . this means that when you 're working from home you 'll have advanced networking capabilities such as the ability to join a domain support for group policy and access to features such as remote desktop . windows vista ultimate also includes windows bitlocker drive encryption that provides improved levels of protection against theft for your important business data whether you are at home on the road or in the office . more entertainment options windows vista ultimate delivers all of the entertainment features available in windows vista home premium and includes everything you need to enjoy the latest in digital photography music movies analog tv or even hdtv . windows vista ultimate also has helpful tools such as windows photo gallery and windows movie maker to ensure that you have everything you need to collect manage and edit your digital content . it also includes windows media center for turning your pc into an all-in-one home entertainment center . versatile operation windows vista ultimate truly lives up to its name by delivering all of the features both business and home users want and need . it is the ideal solution for both a small-business owner who wants a single pc that he or she can use at the office on the road and at home and for someone who wants a home pc that will be used primarily for entertainment purposes but that can also be used for business purposes such as connecting to a corporate network .