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Windows Desktop Search

Windows Search: Choose A Technology

Choose the version of Windows Search that best meets the needs of your organization. If you are not sure which technology is right for your company, please review the deployment guidance page for IT professionals.

Windows Search 4.0
Windows Search 4.0

The latest version of Windows Search delivers fast search capabilities for files, e-mail, documents, and more—both on the PC and across the network. Windows Search 4.0 is easy to manage, extend with customized functionality, and incorporate into custom applications.

Learn more about Windows Search 4.0

Windows Vista
Windows Vista

Desktop search and organization is an integral part of Windows Vista that makes it easy to instantly locate and work with your information, no matter where it is. Powerful search features put the information you need at your fingertips, so you can spend less time looking for data and more time using it.

Learn more about search in Windows Vista

Find information about older versions of Windows Search


Windows Search

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See Windows Search in action, and get helpful search tips.
Windows Search Administration Guide
Windows Search Administration Guide
Learn how to deploy and manage Windows Search 4.0 across your company.
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