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Vista is a big move forward for Windows

Published: Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2007 12:38 a.m. MST
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Based on what I am seeing, just make sure you have lots of hard-drive space. Microsoft recommends at least 40 GB with 15 gigs free just for Vista. Before you go installing this on a laptop, check how much hard-disk space you have free. Many laptops will need a larger hard disk for Vista.

One of the key features of Vista is increased security. You will select an administrator password during the install that holds the key to your PC. Like Macs have done for years, the PC simply won't install most software, plug-ins or Web downloads without you physically entering this password.

It's designed, of course, to make the Windows platform more secure and it is a good add-on. (Mac users can keep grinning.)

WEEKLY WEB WONDER: For a video tour of Vista from any PC, head to www.seewindowsvista.com and let actor Tom Skerritt (no kidding) guide you along.


James Derk is co-owner of CyberDads, a computer repair company, and a computer columnist for Scripps Howard News Service. His e-mail address is jim@cyberdads.com.

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