subject: Windows Vista Support [print this page] Windows Vista, one of the operating systems developed by Microsoft for use on personal computers, including home, business desktops, laptops, tablet PCs and media centre PCs was released on January 30, 2007. Though the operating system comes along with a whole new set of features there have been frequent complaints of Vista over the previous operating systems.
The most common of the issues in Vista would be the lack of proper drivers and another one would be the compatibility issues. Customers also complain about its high-cost and poor working applications. However, in concern to this there are numerous sites that provide support for various kinds of Windows Vista support issues online services are readily available, which when availed, provide 24x7 365 a days, seven days a week support through Remote Desktop, Chat or Phone. They commit you technical support in minutes. These are offered at very reasonable prices and offers. There are also numerous sites answering the frequently asked questions regarding Windows Vista.
It should be noted that for proper functioning of Vista it is important to download all the security updates for Windows, besides this, you should make sure that you are running Windows Vista with Service Pack 2. To ensure optimum performance of the Microsoft hardware devices and software you also need to install the recommended Windows updates from the Windows Update control panel.
In addition to this you may find solution to common problems in the Microsoft site. You may refer to:
https://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?prid=13014&gprid=582034&st=1&wfxredirect=1 for Windows Vista service pack issues
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947366 for troubleshooting Vista Service Pack installation issues
These sites provide answers to common questions related to Windows Vista. The web pages will assist you to:
Update a driver for hardware that isn't working properly
Troubleshoot network connection problems
Find out what's compatible with Windows Vista
Troubleshoot printer problems
Find tips for fixing common sound problems
Though some benefits of vista such as better security, better manageability, etc. might be listed; there are a whole lot of Vista issues which cannot be left ignored. Windows Vista which is considered the next generation operating system requires a superb computer to install. It consumes awful lot of resources than its predecessor windows XP. As a result the overall performance is significantly affected. Moreover upgrading hardware becomes a problem here. Owing to its privacy, security, performance and product activation, Windows Vista has been negatively rated by various groups.
