 US-based computer software giant Microsoft has touted a new line-up of computer operating systems to become available later this year. According to the company, Microsoft's Windows Vista operating systems will come in six versions, two for businesses, three for residential users and one for emerging markets.
| One more expensive than the other... |
Vice president of Windows product management and marketing, Mike Sievert, says that a new systems is needed to accommodate the information-crammed digital world. "The PC needs to give people the clarity and confidence to handle this 'world of more' so they can focus on what's most important to them," Mr Sievert said. Microsoft contended the Vista line-up would enable users to easily accomplish tasks, find what they want, enjoy entertainment, stay connected at home or on the go and help ensure PCs run smoothly and securely. The number of versions is the same as Microsoft offered with its Windows XP operating systems. Vista operating software was scheduled to be available in the second half of 2006.
| I'm in the middle of rediscovering the joy of *nix after a 15 or 20 year hiatus. I had to bump the server a minimum of once a week under Windows, and we've been ticking along for two weeks under the latest start. Windows retains a slight edge on the desktop. I can't see Excel ever being replaced. But I'll never run a Win web server again. It's not even all Microsoft's fault; the script kiddies just like them too much. |
| You will convert to a Mac someday ... |
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