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Be at the forefront with Service Pack 1

More compatible, more reliable, and more secure. With better performance. Sounds too good to be true?

It's all real with Service Pack 1, Microsoft's latest update to Windows Vista. Service Pack 1 contains numerous enhancements and fixes, which promises to improve your experience of the best Windows, yet.

If you are still on the fence about getting Windows Vista for your computer, Service Pack 1 may finally convince you to do so! Why? Read on!

Work faster, and better

If Windows Vista is the engine, Service Pack 1 is the lubricating oil. Where else can you buy an engine with the oil thrown in for free?

All of us will certainly appreciate less delays and increased speed, and we can count on Service Pack 1 to deliver. According to lab tests, file copying speeds in various scenarios have improved by up to 50%! Expect all-round performance improvements from a Windows Vista system with Service Pack 1 installed.

Nobody likes to deal with software that doesn't perform up to expectations. Service Pack 1 takes care of many reliability issues pertaining to application compatibility and performance. If you're bugged by the occasional program hiccup, Service Pack 1 may be the antidote.

Work with less, and longer

If you own a laptop, or just about any mobile device, you definitely understand that sinking feeling when the battery gives way. Every second of battery life counts, especially when one is working on an important report, with a looming deadline.

Energy prices are rising, which means we get less power for the same price. Nobody likes that, and everyone's looking for ways to keep energy expenses down. However, it is inevitable that we have to spend more time infront of computers to get work done, and that means burning more fuel (and a hole in the pocket)!

Well, the bottomline is: everyone needs to save energy, both for the environment and our wallets. Fortunately, Service Pack 1 includes software optimisations that allow you to consume less energy while you work, which translates to lower energy expenses for both consumers and businesses. Road warriors can squeeze more life out of their batteries as well.

Work safer

Service Pack 1 includes all previously released security fixes, which helps to keep your private data safe from malicious software and hackers. A more secure Windows Vista gives you confidence at work.

Get more game with DirectX 10.1

Gamers will be pleased to know that DirectX has been updated to version 10.1, which supports the newest features offered by modern gaming hardware. Game developers are thus able to take advantage of these improved capabilities to create a complete Windows Vista gaming experience.

Easier administration

Whether you are a seasoned systems administrator in charge of a massive network, or just someone who's responsible for a few machines, Service Pack 1 makes your job easier, with support for more hardware, protocols and standards. You'll work with better troubleshooting tools, and execute optimised maintenance procedures, which allows you to do more while spending less time and effort.

I'm sold, how do I get Service Pack 1?

If you already have Windows Vista, fire up Windows Update! Setup may take 30 minutes or more, but it's a small price to pay.

For those planning to purchase Windows Vista, look out for retail packages marked as Service Pack 1-ready.

A system that works better makes for a more productive user. Start doing more with Service Pack 1!