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Windows Feature Comparison

Brief Description
This white paper compares the following features and capabilities of Windows XP with SP3 and Windows Vista with SP1: security, management, deployment, mobility, and productivity.

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Version:1.0
Date Published:5/21/2008
Language:English
Download Size:580 KB - 1.3 MB*
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Overview

This white paper helps customers compare Windows Vista® advancements with Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional. Using this comparison, customers can adjust their expectations for the security, management, deployment, mobility, and productivity of either operating system. For each feature or capability, each section compares key Windows Vista advancements against Windows XP.

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System Requirements

  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows Server 2003; Windows Server 2008; Windows Vista; Windows XP
XPS Reader or Adobe Reader

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Instructions

Download the document in the file format of your choice: XPS or PDF. In order to view the XPS document, you will need to install the reader (included in Windows Vista). To view the PDF document, you will need to install Adobe Reader.

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Files in This Download

The links in this section correspond to separate files available in this download. Download the files most appropriate for you.
File Name:File Size

Windows Feature Comparison.pdf

737 KB

Windows Feature Comparison.xps

580 KB

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