Here are some discussions related to the new operating system, Windows Vista, that you might find interesting: 1. Windows Vista February CTP (Build 5308) Tips and Tricks - This post provides tips and tricks for Windows Vista February CTP, including guidance on logging in as the Local Administrator, forcing Glass on Non-WDDM compatible cards, disabling User Account Protection (UAP), changing the Internet Explorer 7 User Agent String, and increasing performance. It also includes information on disabling Indexing, optimizing appearance for speed, tweaking startup and recovery options, and more . 2. NVIDIA's Perspective on Windows Vista - NVIDIA highlighted that Windows Vista, as a new operating system, aimed to enhance multimedia, 3D applications, interactive entertainment, and games on PC systems. The OS was designed with a focus on improving the performance of these aspects by leveraging 3D graphics technology . 3. Discussion on Hardware Upgrades for Windows Vista - There was a question posed about purchasing new hardware to run Vista based on early impressions of the OS. Users were asked to share what made them happy or frustrated about the new operating system . 4. Comparison Between Microsoft and Apple Operating Systems - A comparison was drawn between Microsoft and Apple OS updates, highlighting the cost differences and update frequency between the two companies. It pointed out the financial implications of updating Mac OSX compared to Microsoft's approach of offering free OS updates . 5. Performance Tweaks for Windows Vista - Tips were shared on optimizing Windows Vista performance, such as disabling indexing, optimizing appearance for speed, tweaking startup and recovery options, handling Nvidia card performance, disabling services, and suggestions for improving overall system performance. The post also discussed disabling UAC (User Account Control) for a smoother user experience, albeit without performance improvements . If you have any specific questions or if you would like more details on a particular topic, feel free to ask!