Easy steps to get Windows Vista up and running
Install Windows Vista Skip this step if you bought a PC with Windows Vista pre-installed.
Connect to the Internet Use the Internet Wizard for a step-by-step guide to getting online.
Download and install service packs Get Windows Vista Service Pack 2 with all of the latest updates since SP1.
Activate Windows Vista You can do this either online or by phone.
Register your copy of Windows Get tips, tricks, fun ideas, and creative hints.
Support for Windows Vista without any service packs ended on April 13, 2010. Learn more.
Get the latest version of Windows.
Check out Windows community forums, blog posts, columns, and articles.
Discover what you can do with Windows Vista.
Learn about installing, upgrading, and activating Windows Vista.
Installing and reinstalling Windows Vista
Upgrading from Windows XP to Windows Vista
Upgrading from Windows 2000 to Windows Vista
Download and install service packs
Activate Windows on this computer
Activating Windows: frequently asked questions
Register your copy of Windows
