“That said, Microsoft did publish official minimum requirements for Vista on Thursday, largely matching the Vista-capable specifications. Systems need an 800 MHz processor, 512MB of memory, a 20GB hard drive with 15GB of free space and a CD-ROM drive. That guarantees access to Vista’s core features, but not Aero and other premium features.”Here is some more Tech News from around the web:
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- Is Your Hard Drive, CPU, RAM, and PSU Safe? @ ExtremeTech
- OverClocked inside Modding Fan Shop goes international
- Bluetooth Skype phone doesn’t make the grade @ The Inquirer
- Etymotic ETYCOM Skype Headset @ CoolTechZone.com
- Magellan RoadMate 760 GPS Review @ The TechZone
- The Turntable with Frickin’ Lasers: ELP Laser Turntable @ Futurelooks
- The Economics of Ergonomics @ GideonTech.com
- SteelSeries May Giveaway Contest @ Adrian’s Rojak Pot
- Apple’s Video iPod – Putting the Conversation Back on the Right Track @ Designtechnica
- Motorola V3x (3G) @ HardwareZone
- Basic Windows File Management @ PCMech
- E3 Day 3 Report @ HotHardware.Com
What to buy before next January (or so)
CNET posted the requirements for Vista, straight from Microsoft. There are the usual 2 lists, the minimum stats and then the recommended, or as they call it “Premium Ready”. Read through to find out if you are ready, or if you need a component or two to get there.
