Someone could be peeking into your confidential files.

Using non-genuine Windows Vista® on your business PCs could literally mean giving a stranger access to your files, presentations, proposals and other confidential documents.

A genuine copy of Windows Vista gives you all the features plus improved performance, including new product and security updates. This provides a more secure environment for your company data and reduces possible risks to your confidential files.

You are putting great personal effort to grow your business, especially in the current economic climate, so help protect your business documents now by installing genuine Windows on your PCs.

Operational and Technical Risks

Loss of & damage to data

Studies by third party have found that pirated software, acquired via illegal downloads or counterfeit CDs, has a one in two chance of containing 'additional code'. Such as Trojans, viruses or spyware, that can crash IT systems or expose your confidential business data to intruders. In addition, pirated software may not offer security patches. In some cases only critical patches can be applied to unlicensed software. Downtime and security breaches can have immediate, negative effects on your bottom line.

Loss of functionality

In addition to the security risks of using pirated software downloaded from websites or P2P networks, such software is often sub-standard, or it can incur loss of functionality and compatibility issues that you would not encounter with legal, licensed versions. Unlicensed copies may not receive all updates from suppliers. This means your employees are unable to utilise the software fully, giving your competitors the edge - as they can respond more quickly, fully or effectively because they have the tools they require. There is also a risk that data becomes corrupted or is not saved correctly, leading to critical data loss.

Lack of technical support

With business operations relying so heavily on IT, it is critical that the relevant support systems are in place. Users of unlicensed software often don't have access to the crucial technical support provided by vendors and subsequently operate less efficiently.

Damage to reputation

Although difficult to quantify, the undeniable damage to the reputation of a business found operating with illegal software is a real risk - think about the impact if your customers aren't getting the level of service they expect. In fact, a survey carried out in the UK showed that 42% of people felt that if their customers knew they were using illegal software, they would be less inclined to do business with them.

Pre-install only genuine Windows Vista®

Windows Vista provides you with a great new experience but only if you are using a genuine version. Understanding the differences between genuine and non-genuine versions of Windows Vista will help you make a better and smarter decision.