Microsoft has built a Dynamic DNS type system into Vista, making it easy to connect to your PC from anywhere in the world without having to know its IP address.
Home Basic * Can’t copy ISO to your hard drive * Can’t install to a network server * You may share files, printers, etc with a maximum of 5 network devices * You MAY NOT use Remote Desktop, only Remote Assistance * You MAY NOT use in Virtual PC | Virtual Server |VMWare
Microsoft posted Windows Vista RC2 and it is available for everyone to download…NOT just Connect testers.
“We expect to do more to make Windows more differentiated when it’s genuine, and so genuine customers get a truly different experience than non-genuine customers. Some premium features built into the Windows Vista operating system will require genuine validation.” – Microsoft.
“I have taken the liberty of taking 28 screenshots to compare the 4 different interfaces available in Windows Vista: Aero Glass, Vista Standard, Vista Basic and Windows Classic. These screenshots were taken on the same applications and layouts to give you a feel of the exact changes it makes to an user experience.”
How does Windows Vista look like at slower computer without Aero? Screenshots from new Start menu, Media Center, working with folders, search, Windows Mail & Calendar & Contacts…
Windows Vista RC1 has been released to MSDN + TechNet subscribers and those who signed up to the CPP in June.
The Canadian Microsoft retail pricing page had the various versions of Microsoft Vista listed along with their SKUs. It immediately got taken down, but not before they were recorded for the world to see. The prices are:
Full Version
- Vista Ultimate $450
- Vista Business $341
- Vista Home Premium $269
- Vista Home Basic $233
Upgrade Version
- Vista Ultimate Upgrade $269
- Vista Business Upgrade $224
- Vista Home Premium Upgrade $179
- Vista Home Basic Upgrade $116
These prices are in USD.