Introduction

If you’re upgrading to Windows Vista from a previous version of Windows, this appendix describes how to prepare and install Windows Vista. The temptation is to insert the Windows Vista disc and start the installation, but you can avoid problems by making sure your computer is ready for Windows Vista. Before you install Windows Vista, you need to check your computer hardware and software and make several setup decisions that relate to your computer. The Windows Vista Setup Wizard walks you through the installation process.

Microsoft is continually updating and enhancing Windows Vista. Instead of releasing multiple updates individually, periodically Microsoft releases an update, known as a Service Pack (SP), which provides all-in-one ...

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