Windows Vista Ultimate

$70.19 Microsoft Windows Version 6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2) Full Specs

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3.6

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This downloadable version of Windows Vista is an upgrade only. Users can upgrade to Windows Vista Ultimate from Windows XP Pro, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Media Center, or Windows XP Tablet PC.

Editors' Review

by Download.com staff / February 27, 2009

Editors' rating

The good: Windows Vista Ultimate does improve some features within Windows XP; fewer system crashes than Windows XP; Windows Vista offers better built-in support options.

The bad: Windows Vista Ultimate does not put Search on the desktop (it's buried within applications, within the Start Menu); optimized only for the Microsoft Windows ecosystem (for example, RSS feeds from Internet Explorer 7 get preferential treatment); there's simply too much and not all of it is implemented properly; no new software yet written exclusively for Windows Vista; and there are too many editions of Windows Vista.

The bottom line: Windows Vista is essentially warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently happy with Windows XP SP2, we see no compelling reason to upgrade. On the other hand, if you need a new computer right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use. Reviewed by: Robert Vamosi; Reviewed on: 1/23/07; Release date: 1/30/07

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Editors' Review

by Download.com staff / February 27, 2009

Editors' rating

Very good

7.4

out of 10

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Publisher's Description

From Microsoft:

When you want to have it all, choose Windows Vista Ultimate. It's the most complete edition of Windows Vista--with the power, security, and mobility features that you need for work, and all of the entertainment features that you want for fun.

Take advantage of all Windows Vista safety features to help protect your computer, your information, and your family from accidents and malicious software. Take advantage of comprehensive productivity features including Instant Search, Complete PC Backup and Restore, network support including domain join, and Windows SuperFetch. Windows Vista Ultimate includes Windows Media Center so that you can enjoy your entire digital entertainment library on your PC or on your television. Windows Mobility Center, BitLocker Drive Encryption, and Tablet and Touch Technology are just some of the features that make staying productive on the road easier, and safer, than ever.

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"windows vista bad for games"

yourmomloool June 17, 2011 / Version: Windows Vista Ultimate 6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2)

2011-06-17 17:20:35 | By yourmomloool

Pros

enough....

Cons

said......

Summary

nufsed

4 stars

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"A Great VM-Ware alternative"

m6805 May 10, 2011 / Version: Windows Vista Ultimate 6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2)

2011-05-10 06:47:39 | By m6805

Pros

It runs error free in a Virtual Box

Cons

It's clunky as compared to XP Pro

Summary

It works for what I need it for

5 stars

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"The very best system ever!!!"

jjclj December 06, 2010 / Version: Windows Vista Ultimate 6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2)

2010-12-06 08:53:33 | By jjclj

Pros

Work great easy to use very fast great features!! Simply put the best !!

Cons

None i can think of !!

Summary

Too me vista ultimate 64 bit is the best os ever, they can keep windows 7, i will not be buying it .

4 stars

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"iiiiiirävvvvvvvvvvaaa"

blom87 April 25, 2010 / Version: Windows Vista Ultimate 6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2)

2010-04-25 05:55:25 | By blom87

Pros

i think this is a very bra grej till datorn måste ju uppgradera lite ibland

Cons

a cant find enything bad abut this softwer because a dident read about

Summary

i dont now annything becaus i suck on this and i like it=)

5 stars

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"interface, interesting new features vista ultimate"

runytry August 03, 2009 / Version: Windows Vista Ultimate 6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2)

2009-08-03 10:29:46 | By runytry

Pros

Windows Vista Ultimate does not put Search on the desktop (it's buried within applications, within the Start Menu); optimized only for the Microsoft Windows from ; no new software yet written exclusively for Windows Vista;

Cons

Windows Vista is warmed-over Windows XP. If you're currently on it you need one right now, Windows Vista is stable enough for everyday use. Reviewed by: Robert Va

Summary

Windows Vista Ultimate is a great of what everybody says, you just need to do a clean install that is it. My computer has faster Boot ups by 50%. It is far more stable the graphics are amazing, and all programs can just be run by the properties is rated 4 stars but I give it 5 stars. All those Vista haters need to
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"Seen em all, none compare!"

Charles K April 13, 2009 / Version: Windows Vista Ultimate 6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2)

2009-04-13 07:16:50 | By Charles K

Pros

I've been using Vista since 2-2007 & had issues from the beginning. But when I bought Ultimate, the real world of Vista was unlocked. Graphically excellent! Fast! but when makes it so great is it's built in "Complete PC Backup". It images itself.

Cons

Without the service pack on the DVD, formatting is a slow process. Theres 108 updates on mine not including 9 optional ones. Sometimes sensitive to softeare niot written for Vista but thats all my complaints, plain & simple.

Summary

If your gonna use Vista, Ultimate or Business are the only 2 ways to go. Their buily in "Complete PC Backup" is the only drive image I've ever recovered that brought back a stable system. Not Acronis, Ghost, Paragon or any of the others are even close to Ultimates built in drive imaging capabilities. That alone make it worth every cent & if you shop on line, you can find ir as cheap as $130 with SP-1. It's the only way to run a Vista system.

5 stars

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"the most better system operative of Windows"

Jesús Javier Ateca Ferrer November 05, 2008 / Version: Windows Vista Ultimate 6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2)

2008-11-05 00:24:58 | By Jesús Javier Ateca Ferrer

Pros

Estability, security, is a program most better of the market

Cons

For that ultimate walk correct in your Pc, this has that to be very new and very good

3 stars

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"This is great."

chad.armstrong September 08, 2008 / Version: Windows Vista Ultimate 6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2)

2008-09-08 16:26:38 | By chad.armstrong

Pros

I love Microsoft.

Cons

Nothing here.

5 stars

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"is so slow"

khairulamri August 11, 2008 / Version: Windows Vista Ultimate 6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2)

2008-08-11 03:40:42 | By khairulamri

Pros

lol

Cons

lol

1 stars

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"cannot download<br />Windows Vista Ultimate upgrade"

nama8 July 25, 2008 / Version: Windows Vista Ultimate 6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2)

2008-07-25 22:35:07 | By nama8

Cons

cannot download

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Publisher	Microsoft
Publisher web site	http://www.microsoft.com/
Release Date	January 29, 2007
Date Added	January 29, 2007
Version	6.0 (Build 6002: Service Pack 2)

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Category	Drivers
Subcategory	Motherboard Drivers

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Operating Systems	Windows
Additional Requirements	None

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File Size	2.1GB
File Name	External File

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