* Covering both the Basic and Premium editions of Windows Vista Home, this book explains how to install, configure, run, and troubleshoot the long-awaited, latest version of Microsoft's flagship OS
* A task-focused approach and clear instructions combine to deliver all the information that beginning and intermediate users need to become advanced Vista users
* Examines the upgraded differences between Windows Vista Home Basic Edition and Windows XP Home Edition, including Vista's improvements in networking, security (antispam, antivirus, and antispyware features), searching, parental controls, and backup and restore
* Differentiates between Windows Vista Home Premium Edition and Windows XP Media Center Edition, such as DVD authoring and ripping, HDTV support, tablet PC functionality, Wi-Fi auto-configuration and roaming, and much more