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Where can I find Windows Vista compatible drivers?

 

Check with your hardware manufacturer’s web site for the latest drivers for your hardware - look in...

In Frequently Asked Questions, on 24/01/2007
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I receive a warning stating that there is low disk space on the Recovery D: drive. How do I stop this?

 

When you buy a computer with Windows Vista pre-installed the computer manufacturer sometimes keeps a...

In Frequently Asked Questions, on 07/02/2008
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One of my older programs won’t run properly. Is there a way to make it compatible with Windows Vista?

 

Some older programs, like anti-virus tools, system programs and disk utilities, will not work with W...

In Frequently Asked Questions, on 24/01/2007
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How do I install Windows XP on a computer with Windows Vista pre-installed?

 

If you wish to install Windows XP on a computer that comes with Windows Vista already installed then...

In Frequently Asked Questions, on 06/02/2008
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Should I upgrade or choose a clean installation?

 

If you want to keep all your settings, programs and files intact, run the Windows Vista disc from wi...

In Frequently Asked Questions, on 24/01/2007
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How do I move the Documents folder to another location or hard drive?

 

The Documents folder in Windows Vista replaces the My Documents folder from previous versions of Win...

In Frequently Asked Questions, on 08/02/2008
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Why won’t my USB flash drive work with ReadyBoost technology to speed up Windows?

 

You need a minimum of around 256MB of free storage space on your flash drive. It also needs to be ab...

In Frequently Asked Questions, on 24/01/2007
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How do I turn off graphical features in Windows Vista to make my computer run faster?

 

Windows Vista contains a number of advanced graphical effects designed to improve the user’s experie...

In Frequently Asked Questions, on 26/02/2008
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I’m having trouble burning video DVDs. What can I do?

 

First, check your DVD burner is working correctly by opening Device Manager (click Start > Contro...

In Frequently Asked Questions, on 24/01/2007
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Windows Vista does not recognise my USB flash drive.

 

Some users are experiencing problems with their USB flash drive even when they have been guaranteed...

In Frequently Asked Questions, on 14/02/2008
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