Top 10 things to try with Windows Vista

According to Microsoft here are the top ten things you should try with your Vista Operation system..

1. Plan an easier deployment:
Get the Business Desktop Deployment (BDD 2007) and install the latest deployment tools and guidance on deploying Windows Vista and the 2007 Office system. In addition, you can use this step-by-step guide to familiarize yourself with some of the major tools and technologies to help you with deployments.

2. Improve security and compliance:
Encrypt your drive using BitLocker drive encryption. Take advantage of User Account Control and deploy a test group as standard users and see how much easier they are to support.

3. Manage your PC:
Explore more than 500 new group policies to see everything you can manage centrally. New policies include the ability to control installation of devices and power management settings, which can help you save energy costs on each PC.
4. Optimize your network:
Restrict authorized use of the network by configure the new outbound blocking capabilities of the Windows Firewall. You can use the same integrated MMC Firewall snap-in to configure server and domain isolation using IPSec.
5. Test your applications:
Download and use the Microsoft Application Compatibility Toolkit 5.0. Take inventory of the applications in your environment, record any issues you find, and synchronize your findings with other testers using the Microsoft Compatibility Exchange. The tool will also find issues with Web sites you are visiting and applications that may not work well for standard users.
6. Be more productive:
With the Windows Aero user experience, the windows feature a transparent glass effect that makes it is easier to manage your open windows with less distraction.
7. Go mobile:
Windows Vista is designed to work especially well on mobile hardware, so install it on your laptop or Tablet PC, too. Press Windows+X to start the Windows Mobility Center, which puts the most frequently used mobile PC settings in a single location. With the Sync Center, it is easy to keep your files, data, and devices in sync and move seamlessly between online and offline states.
8. Share information and collaborate:
Try Windows Meeting Space (previously known as Windows Collaboration) to collaborate with a co-worker who is also using Windows Vista. You can share your screen with others and take turns working on a file.
9. Use the Web more effectively:
With Internet Explorer 7 on Windows Vista, you can browse the Web more easily and securely.

10 . Join the community:
Share your experiences in a blog, get help from other users, and share tips you discover—there are a number of ways you can interact with others around the world who are using Windows Vista.

For more information visit Microsoft website:
Source: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsvista/aa905064.aspx 

Written by admin on April 12th, 2007 with no comments.
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Christmas Gifts For Men - Top 10 Gifts you should consider - may be Think Twice before you Consider.

Askmen.com lists top ten Christmas gifts you could consider for men. Since Christmas in coming up and it is always difficult to find a perfect gift for anyone. Hope this list will become handy. Here is the list goes:

1. Sports / Concert Tickets:
This is always a good pick but the question is which sports/concert ticket you are going to choose. Also there are associated costs with going sport events/concert which I guess some guys wouldn’t like.
2. DVD Player:
Well…I am not sure about this. Who need another DVD player these days? Does not everyone has one at home.

If you willing to spend extra for the latest technology like ‘blue ray” or something like this that would be a great gift for guys. But only simple DVD player…I would say NO.
3. CD Player:
Big not…get a MP3 player like iPod or Zune instead.
4. Clothing:
Classic Gifts…Could be a great gift if you know what he likes or need.
5. Palm Pilot:
Great gift idea…should be number 2 or 3 n list. I know I would like one.
6. Espresso Machine:
If I want to drink Espresso I will go to Starbucks just around the block.
7. Cologne:
Another classic gift. He will like it and use it. Just be careful when you select the fragrance.
8. DVD Collection:
Not for me but I guess a lot of guys will love it.
9. Bathrobe:
It depends on relationship between you and the person you are giving to. If you are buying gift for your boss don’t even think about it (unless you have something in your mind).
10. Wallets and Accessories
If you can’t decide anything and don’t want to spend time on shopping go for this. Always useful gift…and he will put in good use. I hate getting Wallet because I don’t have money to put in it.

Written by admin on February 15th, 2007 with no comments.
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