The Editions

Microsoft Windows Vista is designed to dramatically improve the computing experience of every kind of PC user—from people at home who use their PCs for simple Web browsing, to business people who must organize and manage large volumes of data, to scientists who routinely perform complex mathematical analysis. To make sure that everyone has an offering tailored to meet their specific needs, Microsoft will deliver five different editions of Windows Vista. Each edition is focused on the needs of a specific type of use. Large, global organizations with complex IT infrastructures should consider Windows Vista Enterprise Edition.

	Features	Home Basic	Home Premium	Business	Ultimate
	Most secure Windows ever with Windows Defender and Windows Firewall
	Quickly find what you need with Instant Search and Windows Internet Explorer 7
	Elegant Windows Aero desktop experience with glass-like menu bars, Flip 3D, and Live Thumbnails
	Best choice for laptops with Windows Mobility Center and Tablet PC support
	Collaborate and share documents with Windows Meeting Space
	Experience photos and entertainment in your living room with Windows Media Center
	Enjoy Windows Media Center throughout your home with Media Center Extenders
	Protect against hardware failure with Windows Complete PC Backup and Restore
	Use Scheduled Backup to automatically backup your files
	Easier business networking connectivity with Networking Center and Remote Desktop
	Better protect your data against loss with Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption
	Easily make DVDs with Windows DVD Maker
	Have more fun on your PC with three new premium games: Chess Titans, Mahjong Titans, and Inkball
	Create high definition movies with Windows Movie Maker in High Definition

Windows Vista Starter

Windows Vista Starter is the most affordable way to enjoy the basic Windows Vista experience. Windows Vista Starter is exclusively* available in emerging markets, and is designed for a beginning PC user with additional tools and tutorials to make it easy to use. Read more.

*Note: Windows Vista Starter is not currently scheduled to be available in the United States, Canada, the European Union, Australia, New Zealand, or other high income markets as defined by the World Bank.

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