What are the advantages of Windows Vista vs. Windows XP?
Windows Vista provides a new user interface, designed to improve the way you interact with your computer. Usability improvements include a new Explorer, Start Menu, Media Player, Internet Explorer, DirectX 10, and improved speech and handwriting recognition. The audio subsystem of Vista has been greatly improved. From a security standpoint, the built-in firewall has been improved to monitor both inbound and outbound connections and is enabled by default. User Access Control prevents applications from changing critical operating system files. This can help to prevent the accidental execution of malware installers and viruses.