Windows Vista is an operating system developed by Microsoft. It was released to manufacturing on November 8, 2006, and became generally available on January 30, 2007. Vista was the successor to Windows XP and was designed to be more secure, reliable, and user-friendly.
Some key features of Windows Vista include:
Windows Aero: A new graphical user interface with transparent window borders, live thumbnails, and animations.
Windows Sidebar: A panel on the desktop where users could place gadgets like clocks, calendars, and weather updates.
Improved Security: Features like User Account Control (UAC) to help prevent unauthorized changes to the system.
Search and Organization: Enhanced search capabilities and new ways to organize files and folders.
Networking: Improved networking features for easier sharing and connectivity.
Despite its innovations, Vista faced criticism for its high system requirements and compatibility issues with some older hardware and software. It was eventually succeeded by Windows 7 in 2009.