Both Vista and Windows 7 can easily co-exist on one machine, and the process is easier than you may think.  It’s as simple as making sure both operating systems are installed and running efficiently, as well as configuring your system boot-options effectively.  Here’s how it’s done.

IIS, or “Internet Information Services,” is an integral part of Windows for any developer, but is also useful for anyone who wants to create things for the Web using a Windows-based machine.  Here’s how to install and configure IIS in both XP and Vista.

In trying to clear up some system resources, or simply snooping around your system’s Task Manager, you’ve likely come across the “jusched.exe” process.  What exactly is it, and is it safe to delete?  Let’s go over its function in Windows and explain a few things.

While small businesses and large companies have had a hard time shifting to Vista, mid-level companies and organizations have had the hardest time overall due to a number of factors.  Beyond simple hardware complications, internally modified software isn’t meshing well with Vista.

Solid State Drives (SSDs) have always underperformed when coupled with Windows Vista.  SanDisk’s new file system method now being used on its SSDs aims to change all that.

Microsoft is paying extra close attention to device and driver compatibility with Windows 7.  Those that created special versions of drivers for Vista after the switch will have no problem making them work with Windows 7.

The question has been raised several times whether to upgrade to Vista now, or simply wait for Windows 7.  It’s becoming increasingly clear that CIOs and leading IT executives are leaning more towards waiting to see what Windows 7 has to offer and completely bypassing Windows Vista all together.

While Vista has seen its fair share of disappointment when it comes to device and driver compatibility, Vista has managed to shine in the area of vulnerabilities and security overall.  Microsoft’s latest security report suggests that Vista is now much more safe and secure than XP ever was.  Believe it?

When setting up a network, either at home or at the office, it may seem daunting when faced with systems that carry varying operating systems.  With the proper tools and know-how, it’s easier than you may think.

A few pre-beta versions of Windows 7 have made their way onto popular BitTorrent sites such as Pirate Bay.  The 32-bit version has already seen thousands of downloads, while the 64-bit build is less available and less popular overall.

Yahoo has ceased availability and future upgrades for its Vista-only release of its Messenger IM software.  One of the first applications built specifically for and around Windows Vista is gone for good.

A prominent question I’m always asked when something goes wrong with Vista is; Why are there so many instances of “svchost.exe” running, is that why it’s so slow?  While the answer most likely is yes, it’s important to understand what svchost.exe is and how it work with Vista.

Many who are savvy in the ways of technology find it easy to setup a wired or wireless home network to do a variety of things.  On the contrary, many who aren’t so computer-literate find it daunting to take on the task, even though they recognize the benefits of doing so.  Hopefully this quick tutorial will help you along the way.

Out of the estimated 180 million Vista licenses sold worldwide, over two million alone have come out of India.  More surprising, a majority of those licenses are for home edition in the consumer segment over enterprise. 

Steve Ballmer made mention of what he calls “Windows Cloud” or a development environment for Internet-based applications that Microsoft may be working on to push the company into the realm of cloud computing.  Could this be the beginning of the end for Vista, and hopefully the entrance for a Web-based Windows OS?