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- 2.1Windows Vista product edition categories
- 2.2Windows Vista product editions
- 2.2.2Windows Vista Home Basic
- 2.2.3Windows Vista Home Premium
- 2.2.4Windows Vista Business
- 2.2.5Windows Vista Enterprise
- 2.2.6Windows Vista Ultimate
Windows Vista Product Editionshttp://www.winsupersite.com/showcase/winvista_editions_final.asp 2Windows Vista Product EditionsTwo days before the start of Professional Developers Conference (PDC) 2005 in September 2005, I received exclusive insider information about the product editions, or SKUs, which Microsoft intends to create for Windows Vista (previously codenamed Longhorn). While the exact breakdown of the Windows Vista editions had been the subject of much speculation, this list closely matches the editions list I first published on the SuperSite for Windows in 2004. Since then, in February 2005, Microsoft finally revealed what the final product line-up would look like and--no surprise--it's almost identical to what I posted several months earlier. Here's how the Windows Vista product editions break down, according to both the very latest internal Microsoft documentation and what the company's said publicly. 2.1Windows Vista product edition categoriesThere will be two general categories of Windows Vista editions, which map closely to the two that exist today for XP ("Home," which comprises Starter, Home, and Media Center Editions, and "Pro," which includes Professional, Professional x64, and Tablet PC Editions). In Windows Vista, the two categories are Home and Business. In the Home category, Microsoft will create four product editions: Windows Vista Starter, Windows Vista Home Basic (and Home Basic N for the European market), Windows Vista Home Premium, and Windows Vista Ultimate (previously known as "Uber" Edition). In the Business category, there will are two editions: Windows Vista Business (previously known as Professional Standard Edition; along with Business N for the European market), and Windows Vista Enterprise (previously known as Professional Premium Edition). A previous plan to include a third business-oriented edition, dubbed Windows Vista Business, has been dropped. In all, there are six product editions planned for Windows Vista (or eight, if you count the N Editions as being different). These edition names are now finalized, though the final feature set for each could change in the coming months. 2.2Windows Vista product editionsHere's how the product editions look, along with a preview of Microsoft's marketing message for each version. 2.2.1Windows Vista StarterAimed at beginner computer users in emerging markets who can only afford a low cost PC. As with the XP version, Windows Vista Starter (it was briefly going to be called Windows Starter 2007) is a subset of Vista Home Basic, and will ship in a 32-bit version only (no 64-bit x64 version). Vista Starter will allow only three applications (and/or three windows) to run simultaneously, will provide Internet connectivity but not incoming network communications, and will not provide for logon passwords or Fast User Switching (FUS). Vista Starter is analogous to XP Starter Edition. This version will only be sold in emerging markets. Windows Vista Starter is lacking a number of unique features found in most of the other Vista product editions. There is no Aero user interface, for example, and no support for Microsoft's new domain-like home networking scheme. Other missing features include DVD Maker, gaming common controller support, and image editing with enhanced touchup. The marketing message: For beginner computer users in emerging markets who can only afford a low cost PC, Windows Vista Starter provides a more affordable and easy introduction to personal computing because it is lower priced, tailored to the needs of beginner personal computer users, compatible with a wide range of Windows-based applications and devices, and tailored to each market.
The marketing message: For mainstream Windows customers, Home Basic is where it all begins. Here, Microsoft will be pushing "peace of mind" and "performance," and will promise consumers a faster, more secure and reliable productivity experience. Home Basic is secure by default and easy to keep secure. You can trust Windows with your most important tasks and data and complete everyday tasks faster. For a look at Windows Vista Home Basic, see my screenshot gallery.
The marketing message: Home Premium turns it up a notch. In addition to the baseline functionality offered in Home Basic, this version focuses on such things as integrated entertainment (movies, memories, and more), mobility (media and productivity on the go), and connected living (connect with family, friends, and home). Home Premium supplies whole-home entertainment and personal productivity throughout the home and on the go. For a look at Windows Vista Home Premium, see my screenshot gallery.
The marketing message: Vista Business is a powerful, reliable, and secure operating system. It helps PC users be more effective at work and offers improved connectivity and access to information, so that companies can realize better return on their IT investment. For a look at Windows Vista Business, see my screenshot gallery.
The marketing message: Vista Enterprise provides an advanced application compatibility solution that will be crucial to many large business users, can be deployed to multiple language locales using a single image, and provides Secure Startup functionality for the ultimate in security on the go. It is the client OS that is optimized for the enterprise. Vista Enterprise reduces IT cost and complexity by providing tools that protect company data, reduce the number of required disk images, and ensure the compatibility of legacy applications. 2.2.6Windows Vista UltimateThe best operating system ever offered for a personal PC, optimized for the individual. Windows Vista Ultimate is a superset of both Vista Home Premium and Vista Business, so it includes all of the features of both of those product versions, plus adds Game Performance Tweaker with integrated gaming experiences, a Podcast creation utility (under consideration, may be cut from product), and online "Club" services (exclusive access to music, movies, services and preferred customer care) and other "Vista Ultimate Extras" offerings (also under consideration, may be cut from product). Microsoft is still investigating how to position its most impressive Windows release yet, and is looking into offering Vista Ultimate owners such services as extended A1 subscriptions, free music downloads, free movie downloads, Online Spotlight and entertainment software, preferred product support, and custom themes. There is nothing like Vista Ultimate today. This version is aimed at high-end PC users and technology influencers, gamers, digital media enthusiasts, and students. The marketing message: Vista Ultimate is the "no compromises" version of Windows Vista. It provides the best performance, most secure and complete connection to the office, and is optimized for the individual. Everything you need for work or fun is included. It is the best operating system ever offered for the personal PC. For a look at Windows Vista Ultimate, see my screenshot galleries. 2.2.7N EditionsFinally, I should note that Microsoft is planning to offer so-called N Editions of Windows Vista for the European market, in order to meet the requirements of an antitrust ruling there. Windows Vista N Editions--Vista Home Basic N and Vista Business N--will mirror the Vista Home Basic and Vista Business versions, respectively, but will not include Windows Media Player and other media-related functionality. Download 0.82 Mb. Share with your friends:
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