You'll need a processor (CPU) with a minimum speed of 1GHz, 1GB RAM and a DirectX9 compatible video card to support the Aero interface, which keeps a transparent image of other windows in the background. In addition to the initial impact on your wallet, there are some possibly daunting hardware requirements that may require memory upgrades or completely new machines. Since the Basic version looks like a step down from what people are used to in Windows XP, most will do best to choose the Vista Home Premium version, unless you expect to confine yourself to basic email and web browsing. The reality seems to be that Vista Basic is the poor cousin, lacking in support for music, video and gaming tasks, and no spiffy Aero desktop. Vista Ultimate ($399 Full / $259 Upgrade) offers special features like DreamScene (full-motion video as your desktop wallpaper), Windows Hold'em Poker game, Windows BitLocker security and support for tablet and touch devices.Vista Business ($299 Full / $199 Upgrade) provides features for mobile productivity, helps you manage how employees connect to your network, and has advanced system backup tools.Vista Home Premium ($239 Full / $159 Upgrade) includes Windows Media Center, extra security features, the Aero graphical interface, and automatic file backup.Vista Home Basic ($199 Full / $99 Upgrade) sports a new desktop search feature, anti-phishing protection, parental controls, and support for 64-bit processors.Here's a quick rundown on pricing and features. With Windows XP, there were only two flavors (Home and Pro Edition) but Vista offers four: Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, Business and Ultimate. Installing Vista will set you back anywhere from $100 to $400, depending on the version you need. Depending upon your adaptability, time and budget, it may or may not be time to upgrade to Vista.
Familiarity does breeds comfortability, and with any major software upgrade, there's a learning curve. It's imperative to weigh the benefits versus the risks. With Vista, as with any new technology, there are some things to consider prior to upgrading.
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