When you want to have it all,
including the ability to shift smoothly between the worlds of play and
productivity, there's Windows Vista Ultimate. You'll never have to worry
about having the most advanced capabilities—they're all here. This edition
of Windows Vista offers an advanced, business-focused infrastructure, mobile
productivity, and a premium home digital entertainment experience, all in a
single offering.
Specifically, Windows Vista Ultimate offers all of the features found in
Windows Vista Home Premium, including Windows Media Center, Windows Movie
Maker with high-definition support, and Windows DVD Maker. It also offers
all of the features found in Windows Vista Business, including business
networking, centralized management tools, and advanced system backup
features. And Windows Vista Ultimate has all of the new security and data
protection features that help take Windows Vista to a whole new level of
dependability.
In addition, Windows Vista Ultimate includes support for all of the new
mobility features in Windows Vista, including Windows Tablet and Touch
Technology, Windows SideShow, Windows Mobility Center, and other new,
advanced mobility features.
Exclusive to Windows Vista are Windows Ultimate Extras. These cutting-edge
programs, innovative services, and unique publications provide a richer
computing experience for Windows Vista Ultimate users. Windows Ultimate
Extras currently available include:
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Windows Hold’em, a
poker game for players of all skill levels
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Language packs for
Windows multi-language interface, where users can install and use
multiple languages on a single PC. Great for multi-lingual households or
if you are learning a new language
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Secure Online Key
Backup, where Ultimate users can store their BitLocker recovery password
and Encrypting File System certificate on Windows Marketplace’s Digital
Locker website for access to the key anytime, anyplace, and from any
computer that has an Internet connection
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BitLocker Drive
Preparation Tool, an automated tool which removes the complexity of
setting up your PC to use this exclusive data security feature
More Windows Ultimate
Extras coming soon
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1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
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1 GB of system memory
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40 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of available
space
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Support for DirectX 9 graphics with:
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WDDM Driver
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128 MB of graphics memory (minimum)
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Pixel Shader 2.0 in hardware
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32 bits per pixel
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DVD-ROM
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Audio Output
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Internet access (fees may apply)
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TV tuner card required for TV functionality
(compatible remote control optional)
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Windows Tablet and Touch Technology requires a
Tablet PC or a touch screen
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Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption requires a USB
Flash Drive and a system with a TPM 1.2 chip
Actual requirements and product functionality may vary
based on your system configuration. Windows Vista Upgrade Advisor can help
you determine which features and edition of Windows Vista will run on your
computer.