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Below is a break down of the different versions of Windows Vista, and the features associated with each version.
Versions - Click below to order Vista now.
- Windows Vista Enterprise (Not offered at Amazon)
- Windows Vista Ultimate, Upgrade Version
- Windows Vista Business, Upgrade Version
- Windows Vista Home Premium, Upgrade Version
- Windows Vista Home Basic, Upgrade Version
Upgrade Options
Upgrade in-place option available, you can upgrade Windows Vista and keep your applications, files, and settings.
Requires clean install, you need to format your hard drive to upgrade. We recommend using a program like CA's Desktop DNA Migrator or Windows Easy Transfer to move your data and settings before upgrading.| Upgrade Paths | |||||||||
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Feature Break Down
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| Number of remote Media Center sessions supported | n/a | 5 | n/a | 5 | n/a | ||||
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| Number of supported network connections | 5 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | ||||
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