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Windows Vista Ultimate with SP1 64-bit for System Builders - 1 pack | 
| From: Microsoft Software
Category: Software
List Price: $239.99
Buy New: $189.99
You Save: $50.00 (21%)
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Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 202
Format: Cd-rom
Platform: Windows Vista
Media: DVD-ROM
Edition: Ultimate 64-bit
Operating System: Windows Vista
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 0.4 x 0.4 x 0.4
MPN: 66R-00838
Model: 66R-02034
UPC: 882224646444
EAN: 0882224646444
ASIN: B0015CCG4U
Release Date: April 24, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| • | 1PK VISTA ULTIMATE 64BIT DVD |
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Product Description
Windows Vista Ultimate is the most comprehensive edition of Windows Vista.
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bPlease note:/b This OEM software is intended for system builders only and cannot be transferred to another PC once it is installed. The purchaser of this software is required to comply with the terms of the System Builder license, including the responsibility of providing all end-user support for the software. p/ Windows Vista Ultimate with Service Pack 1 is the choice for those who want to have it all. Easily shift between the worlds of productivity and play with the most complete edition of Windows Vista. Ultimate provides the power, security, and mobility features needed for work, and all the entertainment features that you want for fun./p table align=right width=150 cellpadding=10 tr td smallibCompare Windows Vista editions./b/i/small/td/tr tr td img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/software/detail-page/vistabiz-2-sm.jpg" border=0 align=topbrbrsmallibUse Instant Search to quickly find the information you need. View larger./b/i/small/td/tr tr td img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/software/detail-page/vistabiz-9.jpg" border=0 align=topbrbrsmallibWindows Vista Aero provides spectacular visual effects such as glass-like interface elements that you can see through./b/i/small/td/tr tr td img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/software/detail-page/vistahomeprem-1-sm.jpg" border=0 align=topbrbrsmallibThe redesigned Windows Media Center in Windows Vista lets you enjoy your media throughout your home, even on your Xbox 360. View larger./b/i/small/td/tr /table pspan class="h3color"bImproved Reliability and Performance/b/spanbr Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 and improvements delivered by hardware and software partners increase the reliability, performance, and compatibility of Windows Vista-based PCs. pWith Windows Vista with SP1, many of the most common causes of operating system crashes and hangs have been addressed. Windows Vista includes new, innovative technologies that help pinpoint and diagnose issues reported anonymously by Windows Vista-based PCs from millions of users who have elected to have their PC send us system information. pWindows Vista with SP1 supports a number of important new technology standards, so it will keep making your PC easier and more enjoyable to use for years to come. pspan class="h3color"bThe most complete edition of Windows Vista--with the power, security, and mobility features that you need for work, and all of the entertainment features that you want for fun/b/spanbr When you want to have it all, including the ability to shift smoothly between the worlds of play and productivity, there's Windows Vista Ultimate with Service Pack 1. You'll never have to worry about having the most advanced capabilitiesNthey're all here. This edition of Windows Vista offers an advanced, business-focused infrastructure, mobile productivity, and a premium home digital entertainment experience, all in a single offering. pSpecifically, Windows Vista Ultimate with Service Pack 1 offers all of the features found in Windows Vista Home Premium, including Windows Media Center, Windows Movie Maker with high-definition support, and Windows DVD Maker. It also offers all of the features found in Windows Vista Business, including business networking, centralized management tools, and advanced system backup features. And Windows Vista Ultimate with Service Pack 1 has all of the new security and data protection features that help take Windows Vista to a whole new level of dependability. pIn addition, Windows Vista Ultimate with Service Pack 1 includes support for all of the new mobility features in Windows Vista, including Windows Tablet and Touch Technology, Windows SideShow, Windows Mobility Center, and other new, advanced mobility features. pExclusive to Windows Vista Ultimate with Service Pack 1 are Windows Ultimate Extras. Windows Ultimate Extras are add-ons that extend certain capabilities of your operating system or just make using your PC more fun. Windows Ultimate Extras currently available include: ul liWindows DreamScene, an Extra that enables you to use looped, full-motion video as your desktop wallpaper instead of a static image liWindows Hold'em, a poker game for players of all skill levels liLanguage packs for Windows multi-language interface, where users can install and use multiple languages on a single PC. Great for multi-lingual households or if you are learning a new language. liSecure Online Key Backup, where Ultimate users can store their BitLocker recovery password and Encrypting File System certificate on Windows Marketplace's Digital Locker website for access to the key anytime, anyplace, and from any computer that has an Internet connection liBitLocker Drive Preparation Tool, an automated tool which removes the complexity of setting up your PC to use this exclusive data security feature. /ul pWhenever a new Windows Ultimate Extra is ready for distribution by Microsoft, you will see the Ultimate Extra control panel inform you that there are new extras to download. Simply download and install the Extras and begin enjoying these exclusive software and services that give your Windows Vista experience an extra lift! pIf you want a single PC that fulfills all of your work, travel, and entertainment needs, or if you simply want to be confident that you have the very best, Windows Vista Ultimate with Service Pack 1 is the no-compromise edition for you. table align=left width=150 cellpadding=20 tr td img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/software/detail-page/vistabiz-1-sm.jpg" border=0 align=topbrbrsmallibWindows Sidebar gives you quick access to gadgets like picture slide shows, Windows Media Player controls, or news headlines. You pick the gadgets you want to see in Windows Sidebar. View larger./b/i/small/td/tr tr td img src="http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/software/detail-page/vistabiz-3-sm.jpg" border=0 align=topbrbrsmallibUse Flip 3D to navigate through open windows using the scroll wheel on your mouse. V iew larger./b/i/small/td/tr /table pspan class="h3color"bSafety/b/spanbr Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 helps protect your family and your personal information from threats from malicious software and phishing scams and helps you keep your PC backed-up and running smoothly. pParental Controls help parents keep children safer while using PCs through convenient tools to manage and monitor children's computer use, access to websites, and ability to play certain games and use certain applications. pPCs running Windows Vista are 60% less likely to be infected with viruses, worms and rootkits than PCs running Windows XP SP2. pWindows Internet Explorer 7 helps protect your PC and your personal information against malicious software, fraudulent websites, and online phishing scams. New phishing attacks are more than 25 times as common as new viruses, and over 20,000 fraudulent phishing websites are created every month. Internet Explorer 7 is now blocking nearly one million inadvertent attempts to access fake phishing sites per week. pHelp defend your PC against pop-ups, slow performance, and security threats caused by spyware and other unwanted software with Windows Defender. Windows Defender in Windows Vista automatically scans Internet Explorer 7 downloads to help bring spyware to your attention before it can infect your computer. pMore easily back-up the content on your PC--including digital photos, music, movies, and documents--with Scheduled and Network Backup. pIf you have serious PC problems, Complete PC Backup and Restore makes it easier to restore your PC by not only backing up all your files, but also the entire operating system and all of your applications. pHelp ensure that the data on your computer stays confidential, even if your PC is lost or stolen. windows BitLocker Drive Encryption provides full-volume encryption and boot integrity monitoring (alerting you if someone has tampered with your PC). pspan class="h3color"bEntertainment/b/spanbr Windows Vista with SP1 is more entertaining. With Windows Media Center, you can enjoy your digital photos and music on your TV as well as on your PC. And it can turn your PC into a digital video recorder, so you can record TV and watch it on your schedule, not theirs. pSit back and enjoy recorded TV, photos, music, home videos, games and DVDs from the comfort of your couch with Windows Media Center. pAccess and project your TV, music, photos, and movies to any room in your house using an Xbox 360 console connected to your wired or wireless home network. It's like having your Media Center PC wherever you have an Xbox 360! pAuthor and burn movies, photos, and music to DVDs you can play on your PC or a DVD player with Windows DVD Maker. pLive the game! It's easier for you to find, play, and manage your games with GAMES EXPLORER. Games Explorer provides detailed information including when you last played, game genre, and rating of your games. With DirectX 10, play vivid and engaging games with unrivalled realism. Also, use the same game controller with both your PC and your Xbox 360 system. pspan class="h3color"bEase/b/spanbr It's easier and faster than ever to find, use, manage and share the information on your PC or on the Web with Windows Vista with SP1. pMost Windows Vista-based PCs boot in less than a minute, which can be an improvement over Windows XP boot times. pThe Windows Vista sleep and resume features can bring your PC to life in a snap. The vast majority of Windows Vista-based PCs resume from sleep in less than six seconds. pSee everything you're working on more clearly with Windows Aero and quickly switch between windows or tasks using Windows Flip 3D. pFind it fast! Simply type something about a file, picture, or song, such as a word contained in a document or e-mail message, the artist of a song, or the date a picture was taken, and Instant Search will bring back any matches instantly. pOrganize a lifetime of photos and movies with ease using Windows Photo Gallery. Tag your photos by date, keyword, star rating or any identifying label you choose--so you can find them anytime you want them. pDisplay live information, like weather, stocks, and news, directly on your desktop with easy-to-use Gadgets and Windows Sidebar. pView multiple web pages simultaneously with Quick Tabs in Windows Internet Explorer 7. pGet up and running faster than ever with Windows Easy Transfer that automatically copies your files and settings from your old PC. pspan class="h3color"bMobility/b/spanbr With special features to help you go mobile, Windows Vista with SP1 makes computing and connecting away from home or the office easier than ever. pWork the way you want with touch and digital input and handwriting. Tablet and Touch Technology makes your notebook PC experience truly personal. pSet up a wireless network at home with Network and Sharing Center--so you can experience the freedom of working virtually anywhere in your home. Then easily find and join a wireless network at your favorite hotspot--so you can stay productive wherever you go. pOptimize your power and mobil settings centrally with Windows Mobility Center. pEasily sync and manage your music, contacts and pictures across your devices and other PCs with Sync Center. pShare your desktop or any program with Windows Meeting Space. Co-edit documents, and pass notes in class, a favorite hotspot, or where no network exists.
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| Customer Reviews:
window vista ultimate 64 November 2, 2008
Kenny Ha
smooth with my amd 5400 black edition. alot better than xp64. I recommended but make sure that your system is powerful enough to run it.
 Best for higher end systems September 20, 2008
A. Help (San Diego)
If you're going with a higher end computer, this is undoubtedly the OS of choice. Surprisingly, in such systems (e.g., 8 GB RAM with good video card) this boots and runs faster than XP-Pro (even in super-slick "Aero" mode, delegated to video by Vista). For higher end computers the cost difference is insignificant, whereas performance difference is definitely not (coming from a die-hard XP-Pro fan). 64-bit applications are not yet in abundance but they will be in time...another key factor is RAM, where 32-bit OS (including Vista) can only access 3.2 GB. With the low price of even high-end RAM, the fact that Vista occupies more is of little significance. One nit is that that Vista does have much more "are you sure?" widgets attached, but with any smart mouse (or entering "return") extra "yes's" are accomplished in a flash. Another nit concerns drivers, where MS has done A LOT of improvement via SP1 but there's still some problems, especially for latest components (e.g., using WD Velociraptors or other Raptors in RAID - even top motherboards with RAID don't work for this at present and a RAID card is required...say, the Areca ARC-1200 that gives top performance in any standard PCIe x1 through x16 slot). Finally, note this version is OEM, for new systems or as a replacement OS, NOT a simpler upgrade from an existing OS...at a nice price.
Powerful, fast, and much, MUCH better than its reputation August 22, 2008
Nathan Beauchamp (Oak Park, IL USA)
16 out of 17 found this review helpful
First off, this is an OEM software. That means it is intended to be installed on a new computer build NOT upgrade an existing copy of Windows. It is possible to install it on an existing computer by formatting an existing or new hard drive, but that would violate the license for this particular incarnation of Vista. If you want to install it on an existing computer, buy a full retail copy, or an upgrade copy. br / br /I love Vista 64-bit. It is fast, easy to use, and the best Windows to date. Anyone who is still ripping Vista at this point doesn't own Vista, or is an inexperienced computer user, or a Mac fan that just wants to pour oil on a fire. Vista, the much belated and maligned 6th incarnation of the Windows operating system had real problems a year ago. Almost all of those problems have been fixed. Some of what users describe as problems are in fact less a problem with Vista than they are with computer buyer's perceptions and expectations. br / br /So why is Vista beat up all the time? The most frequent complaint I hear is that it is a 'memory hog.' Honestly, this is a perception, not a reality. Vista does require more ran than XP, as XP required more than the previous windows, etc., etc. The reality is that RAM has gotten remarkably cheap, and using RAM liberally is a GOOD THING. The bottle neck in computing has been 4GB of ram on all 32-bit systems, but even with 4GB (3-3.5GB accessible to the system) almost no one will use all of the ram. With the 64-bit version, it is possible to run 8Gb of ram on a decent motherboard, and it is also possible to buy 8gb of RAM for $150! Why, in these days of super inexpensive RAM, don't those who feel Vista is too slow, just buy more? Honestly? br / br /Another complaint is that drivers don't work or are not available for a particular software or hardware. There was a lot of truth to that a year ago. Now, after service pack 1, and over months of running Vista 64-bit exclusively, I can say that I have zero, yes zero, driver issues. Everything runs like a champ. I should note that I have a high end gaming computer, and have a lot of software installed. To not have a single driver issue is amazing, and something I could not say about XP one year into it's release. br / br /If you know about computers, and are ready to make the switch to Vista, there has never been a better time. Most of the kinks are worked out, and while I can't promise you won't have any issues with drivers, it's getting less likely by the day. Programmers are catching on that Vista is not just going to disappear and everyone go back to XP, and that waiting for the next Windows will not put any money in their wallets, and have started to produce software written for Vista. Hardware manufacturers are also getting a clue and releasing solid Vista and Vista 64-bit drivers for their devices. br / br /Frankly, this is the most powerful windows yet. 64-bit computing is hitting it's stride, and in another year or so, we'll all be looking back at 32-bit with the same derision as when the transition was made from 16 to 32 bit computers. 32 bit's days are numbered. It's time to move on. br /
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