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See if your Windows XP-based PC can run Windows Vista. Download the Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor.

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The Ultra-Mobile PC is portable, lightweight, and able to connect on the go. It’s the device you’ll always want with you.

Troubleshoot Windows XP

Find out how to troubleshoot common (and not-so-common) problems using Windows XP.

4 ways to speed up your computer

Follow these quick guidelines to maintain your computer and keep it running smoothly.

Discover Windows Vista Home Premium

Windows Vista Home Premium is for the family that wants the most from digital entertainment, stay connected to family and friends, and track household expenses - all with the peace of mind that comes from being more secure online.

Get free spyware protection

Download Windows Defender for Windows XP for free and help protect your computer against spyware.

Check out Windows Media Player 11

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Visit the Windows XP how-to center

From security to digital photography, from games to networking, learn how to use the features and technology that come with Windows XP.

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Find troubleshooting tips, guided help, and downloads for Windows XP.

Windows Vista Enterprise: changing the way your company works

Designed to meet the needs of large organizations with complex IT infrastructures. Windows Vista Enterprise can help you lower IT costs while providing added protection for sensitive data.

Power your small business

Get advice, products, tools, and information tailored to your business in the Microsoft Small Business Center.

Find TechNet resources for Windows XP Professional

Get how-to articles, troubleshooting advice, and other resources for IT professionals.

Get Windows Vista resources for IT pros

There’s no better place for IT pros than TechNet for Windows Vista resources.

Download step-by-step Windows Vista deployment guides

Get the instructions you need for deploying or migrating to Windows Vista. These guides also describe how to configure security, monitor performance, and manage printers.

Deploy Windows Vista on business desktops

Get guidance for how to optimally deploy Windows Vista and the 2007 Office system.

See the MSDN library for Windows XP

Find technical articles, code samples, and more for Windows XP.

Visit the Windows Vista Developer Center

Get the information you need to develop applications for Windows Vista at this MSDN Developer Center.

Innovate on Windows Vista

Get started developing solutions that fully optimise the powerful new features and enhancements of Windows Vista.

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