What’s New in Windows Vista?

One of Windows Vista’s remarkable new features is its ability to conduct any type of search from almost anywhere on your computer. If you need to find a document, just search for it from the Start menu or from any window. If you’re saying, "Well, what’s so new about that?", try this: Press the Windows key, and then type part of the name of any program, folder, or file. The Windows key opens the Start menu, and, as you type, the results of your search appear on the Start menu. Type another letter or two, and the search results get narrowed down. Another great thing about the search feature is that not only can you search your computer, you can Search the entire Internet from the Start menu or any window.

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