What’s new and improved in the newest release of the Microsoft Windows® family of client operating systems? Which versions of Windows Vista are right for you and your organization? How will the new features and capabilities in Windows Vista improve security, make users more productive, and make it easier for IT professionals to deploy, manage, and support Windows desktops and mobile clients? Popular author and MVP William Stanek offers expert insights in this first look into the latest generation of Windows operating systems. Discover the new features and tools for deploying Windows Vista, help secure PCs and user accounts, migrate user settings and data, manage application compatibility, improve reliability, reduce support costs, develop applications, and help users achieve new levels of productivity and success at home or on the job. It’s the guided preview for IT professionals, business decision makers, early adopters, users, and developers—and anyone else who wants to start planning and hit the ground running with Windows Vista.

Includes index.

1. Introducing Windows Vista -- 2. Working with Windows Vista -- 3. Managing information -- 4. Using Internet Explorer 7 -- 5. Collaborating, connecting, and sharing -- 6. Managing programs and multimedia -- 7. Working with laptops and tablet PCs -- 8. Improving accessibility -- 9. Protecting user accounts and using parental controls -- 10. Protecting your computer -- 11. Protecting your data -- 12. Networking your computer -- 13. Security your network connection -- 14. Supporting Windows Vista -- 15. Deploying Windows Vista.

"Introducing Windows Vista" deals with computers/software.

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