Move to a New PC Preloaded with Windows Vista
Although buying a new PC system loaded with Windows Vista might have saved you time, you’ll probably still need to transfer your files and documents from your old PC to the new one and install your desired software applications. (Далее…)
Verify Software Applications Are Vista Compatible
Whether you are upgrading an existing PC or you’re planning to purchase a new system preloaded with Vista, you should check that your software applications will be supported with Windows Vista. (Далее…)
Check PC Peripherals and Accessories
Whether you are upgrading an existing PC or you’re planning to purchase a new system preloaded with Vista, you should check that your accessories and/or peripherals (such as printers, scanners, network adapters, and music players) will work with Windows Vista. (Далее…)
Verify Audio Card
Because Microsoft doesn’t offer many up-front details on the requirements for the audio component, you can either wait until you install Windows Vista to see if the audio works or you can check ahead of time on the Microsoft list of supported components at the following website: (Далее…)
Verify Graphics Card Specs
If your PC is a few years old (or newer), the graphics card (see Figure 1.18 for an example) will most likely be compatible with all the Windows Vista editions; however, you should check just to make sure. The only item you should be worried about looking up (from the Graphics section of Table 1.1, shown earlier) is the amount of graphics memory, as the other items should be up to spec if the memory requirement is satisfied. (Далее…)