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The computer is our main tool for accessing, sharing, searching, and downloading large quantities of information. Today it's fairly simple to communicate by sending and receiving text, voice, video, pictures, music, and files over the Internet. The problem is that the quantity of information, the number of choices, and the complex technologies can make it difficult to know what technology to use.

Windows Vista is made to handle today's advanced networking technologies. Windows Vista deals with the protocols, device settings, and interfaces—so you don't have to. Its features and tools help you automatically connect to networks and communicate the way you want to. With Windows Vista, you can easily connect with friends and family, and gain access to a world of information.

As communication options increase, so do security risks. With Windows Vista, there are more ways to help protect your PC and family from potentially dangerous software and from inappropriate websites and information. As a result, you and your family can spend more time surfing the web and communicating with friends, and less time worrying.

Set up and manage your network
Set up and manage your network

To set up a network with Windows Vista, all you have to do is select the type of network you want. Then just relax, and let Windows Vista set up and manage the connections, so you can enjoy exploring the web and communicating with friends.

Help keep your family and PC safer
Help keep your family and PC safer

Your whole family can feel comfortable using the Internet in a safer, more secure environment on a Windows Vista-based PC. With software such as Windows Live OneCare complementing the security features of Windows Vista, you have antivirus, antispyware, and firewall protection.

Browse the web
Browse the web

Once your network is set up, you can enjoy surfing the web. With Windows Vista helping to manage the connections, it's easier for you to have a great experience with programs and services such as Windows Internet Explorer 7 and Windows Live Search.

Stay in touch
Stay in touch

Windows Vista and Windows Live have new features and services for communicating with friends and collaborating with colleagues—from a built-in email program to enhanced instant messaging features that include calling features and file sharing.


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