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Windows Vista SP2 Details

Windows Vista SP2 Beta contains previously released fixes focused on addressing specific reliability, performance, and compatibility issues. We expect Windows Vista SP2 will retain compatibility with applications that run on Windows Vista and Windows Vista SP1 and are written using public APIs.

Because we've adopted a single serviceability model, these improvements are integrated into a single service pack covering both Windows Vista (client) and Windows Server 2008 (server) versions. This should also minimize deployment and testing complexity for our customers.

In addition to previously released updates since the launch of Windows Vista SP1, Windows Vista SP2 contains changes focused on supporting new types of hardware and adding support for several emerging standards:

Windows Vista SP2 adds Windows Search 4.0 for faster and improved relevancy in searches.
Windows Vista SP2 contains the Bluetooth 2.1 Feature Pack supporting the most recent specification for Bluetooth Technology.
Ability to record data on to Blu-Ray media natively in Windows Vista.
Adds Windows Connect Now (WCN) to simplify Wi-Fi Configuration.
Windows Vista SP2 enables the exFAT file system to support UTC timestamps, which allows correct file synchronization across time zones.

Download Windows Vista SP2 Pre-Beta Version 6.0.6002.16489 by Registry Hack

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Written by ShaDow on October 26th, 2008 with no comments.
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Yahoo Messenger for Vista discontinued

According to Yahoo Messenger blog

Yahoo! Messenger for Vista will no longer be available for download from the Yahoo! Messenger website. We have discontinued stand-alone releases of the Yahoo! Messenger for Vista application in order to focus on delivering one Windows experience that is optimized for all Windows users.

If you’re using Yahoo! Messenger for Vista, you can continue to use it however we will not add any more features or provide product support. To enjoy full Yahoo! Messenger functionality including photo sharing, webcam and chat rooms, we recommend downloading and installing the latest version of Yahoo! Messenger 9.0, which also works on Windows Vista

Written by ShaDow on October 26th, 2008 with no comments.
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Windows Vista SP2 Beta Invites sent to Testers

Selected testers are reporting that they’ve received invitations for the Service Pack (SP) 2 betas for Vista and Windows Server 2008.

Neowin was first to acknowledge the delivery of the SP2 invitations. Other testers are now confirming that report. The broader-scale SP2 betas are exptected to begin within the next four weeks for the new service packs, Neowin says.

I’m hearing Microsoft’s goal is to deliver the final version of both SP2s before the company releases Windows 7, which is expected to be released to manufacturing in the latter half of 2009. Microsoft’s thinking: Getting the next service packs out before the next full releases of Windows client and server will help lessen customer confusion.

Neowin says SP2 for Vista will incorporate Windows Search 4, support for the VIA 64-bit CPU and Bluetooth support. SP2 for Windows Server 2008, Neowin adds, will feature backwards compatibility with Terminal Services licensing keys and various performance/manageability features. (I’ve been hearing Microsoft also will fold the Hyper-V bits into Windows Server 2008 SP2.)[via Zdnet]

Written by ShaDow on October 18th, 2008 with no comments.
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Applications Compatible with Windows Vista - Downloadable List

The Application Compatibility List for IT Professionals is a Microsoft Office Excel-based spreadsheet containing software applications which have earned the status of “Certified for Windows Vista” or “Works with Windows Vista.”

It has name of about 3995 application which is compatiable with vista as of July 31, 2008 . You can download the list from the Microsoft Website here.

Written by ShaDow on October 12th, 2008 with no comments.
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Is Windows Vista Service Pack 2 (SP2) Coming Soon?

I think Microsoft is plannig to roll out Windows Vista Service Pack 2 (SP2) very soon as they have reserved a page on there offical site.

Written by ShaDow on October 8th, 2008 with no comments.
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Retail Boxed Windows Vista Automatic Activation in 3 Days After Installation

After installing retail edition of Windows Vista which is purchased through retail channel as boxed product version, user may notice that in “Windows activation” status of System Properties, the activation status is described and known as “Windows will activate automatic in x days”, with x between 1 and 3.

The going to activate message is been displayed despite user has enter a valid, genuine and legitimate product key that comes with the Windows Vista retail box, and not a leaked, stolen, cracked, hacked or illegally obtained serial CD/DVD key.

According to Windows Vista activation FAQ, in fact the behavior is normal.

If you acquired Windows Vista via retail purchase (boxed product) or pre-installed on a computer from a local computer vendor, you will be responsible for activating Windows Vista. After Windows Vista has been installed, activation will automatically begin three days after you log on for the first time, unless you opt out during installation. If the device is connected to the Internet, the software may automatically connect to Microsoft for activation. You can also activate the software manually by Internet or telephone.

The not automatically activate situation normally will not happen if user’s PC is connected to Internet. The case normally occur when user deselect and uncheck the “Automatically activate Windows when I’m online” check box when entering product key. However, Windows Vista will start attempting to activate online, or pop up dialog box to request user to activate by phone.

Microsoft has allowed most flexibility and least restriction on the first three days after installation of Windows Vista in order to allow users to install required drivers and applications during the period. So user won’t get any warning or nagging reminder message for activation even though Windows Vista yet to be activated. Hackers and pirates have earlier use the convenient to permanently crack activate Windows Vista.

To activate instantly without waiting for few more days, just manually trigger the activation process by clicking on “Activate Windows now” link in System Properties window of Control Panel.

via[digital life]