Windows Vista Support for Revolutionary Operating System

Friday, May 20, 2011
The operating system hosting both managed and native applications on a safe as well as prolific platform is Microsoft's new product, Vista. Multiple new features are added and some older are modified in this new version, such as graphical user interface, rectified multimedia tools and redesigned networking systems.

Some details in short about Windows vista: It is a revolutionary operating system launched by Microsoft in 2006 having multiplicity of inbuilt features.

Some of the most recognized features of Vista are:

• Windows Aero for a new look, which is similar to like Mac operating system, everything from appearance to start button, menus, taskbar represents a complete new and dynamic look. The three-dimensional modes are always supported with Aero themes
• Sidebar: The side of the desktop is provided with a long, vertical bar containing mini programs and is provided for easy access by just one click
• Defender: In-house spyware protection for enhanced security
• User Account Control for preventing access to some particulate application or program important to you
• Performance Center, Instant Desktop Search, Network Map, ReadyBoost, ReadyDrive, Media Center and Wireless Networking are the other most likeable feature

The latest version is much secured and usable, and is most attractive due to its user friendly behavior and overcomes the drawbacks of earlier version.

The above described product has some hardware requirements for its smooth operation, such as higher processor versions, random access memory must be higher then 512 Mega Byte for its fast processing.

Switching from older version to higher one, may be difficult process for many computer users. For resolving these minor issues Support is adequately available over the Internet, which helps in such and other allied problems. The support process includes various options such as installation of operating system, Driver support, and data loss related problems.

The compatibility related issue are the most common and frequent problems from end users. Most of the users are unable to fix the driver issues. Vista comprises much more drivers in its database when compared to any other release. The driver's helps hardware to work effectively but still users seem to be struggling and during such crucial time online support ensures a helping hand.

Online support centers providing support for Windows Vista through certified technicians are enough capable to solve and handle all such problems in no time. Multiple channels, such as chat, remote desktop or phone will get you intact with an expert having answer to all issues such as installing Vista, driver menace or enabling hibernation.

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Tips to Upgrade From Windows Vista to Windows 7

Monday, May 16, 2011
Until now, you were happy with your Windows Vista but great reviews of Windows 7 have tempted you to upgrade to the latest version of Microsoft's Windows Operating System. But, you do not want to buy a brand new version of Windows 7 and looking for a cost-effective substitute. You may consider an upgrade from Windows Vista to Windows 7.

To check whether Windows 7 is compatible with your system or not, you can use Windows 7 upgrade advisor.

Once you are done with finalising the system requirements, follow the steps below-

1. Insert your Windows 7 DVD in optical drive and now click on install option. After clicking on now install, you would find a screen. If you have disabled 'autorun' then open the root of the DVD drive and now run setup.exe file. (This can also be done using USB stick. To choose for this 'option', you may have to refer to Install Windows 7 from USB guide.

2. After running the setup, you would be finding two options mentioned here -

"Online compatibility check" And "Install Now" (Since, system compatibility is already verified using Windows 7 advisor; you can now safely install it using 'Install Now' button.)

3. Next step will include selection of 'latest updates for installation.' Those who have already the latest version of installation are not required to follow this step.

4. Fourth step includes acceptance of license agreement. Now click on 'Next' to continue the complete procedure.

5. Fifth step talks about selection of 'Upgrade' or 'Custom'. Since, you are upgrading from Windows Vista to Windows 7, you should select 'Upgrade.'

6. Again, windows will check for compatibility. If any error occurs, it will display the problem to screen and save it on 'desktop'. If no incompatibility is found, windows 7 will complete further procedures.

Upgrading from Windows Vista to Windows 7 is not a complex procedure. Anyone with simple knowledge of tech-support tid bits can do it without hassle. If still facing issues, you can contact online tech support provider.

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Stop Error While Installing or Upgrading to Windows Vista

Thursday, May 5, 2011
Windows Vista offers several features that make it reliable, manageable, and easy to deploy and overriding over its predecessors (Windows XP, 2000 etc.). If you are attempting to install or upgrade to Windows Vista on your hard drive and receive some errors, the chances are that the hard drive is damaged. In such situations, you need to restore lost data from backup or alternatively, use Hard Drive Recovery tools (if data backup is damaged, not updated or absent).

As a practical instance, you try to install or upgrade to Windows Vista and encounter the below error message:

"Stop: 0x0000007B"

Windows Vista installation fails after this error message.

Cause

This stop error implies that Windows Vista setup or Windows Vista is not able to access startup files. It happens when it cannot access the respective hard drive. Possible reasons of this behavior are:

- Hard drive cabling issues
- Incompatible driver for the disk controller device
- Your computer is infected from boot sector virus
- MBR (Master Boot Record) is being used by some other program
- You are using a faulty hard drive

Solution

You need to follow these methods to correct ‘Stop: 0x0000007B’ error message issue:

- Make sure that all the hard drive cables are properly connected and healthy
- If incompatible driver is the issue, you require downloading it and using Load Driver option of Windows Vista setup. If it doesn’t help, perform a clean installation of Windows Vista and download compatible drivers.

- Check your system for viruses using antivirus scanning. If problem persists, reformat your hard drive and restore data from backup. If you find data backup as damaged or incomplete, you need to use Hard Drive Recovery software for complete recovery purpose.

- Ensure that no other program is using MBR.

- If hard disk corruption is the issue, replace your hard drive and restore lost data from backup.

In case of backup issues, consult Hard Disk Recovery technicians. Data recovery service is the technical aid provided to extract lost data from crashed hard drives.

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